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Pickup Trucks (Page 60)

By Timothy Boyer on
Here’s an informative demonstration on how to replace faulty transmission cooler lines on some models of the Ford F-150 that will save your transmission from nearly guaranteed failure down the road.
By Mary Conway on
The battle for truck supremacy is a huge one with major bragging rights on the line. Chevrolet is celebrating two of its truck models for being #1.
By Marc Stern on
The Ford Lightning story is a cautionary tale for the auto industry. The automaker halted production of the electric pickup due to battery fire issues and notified a handful of customers of other battery-related problems. While standard vehicles go through teething problems, the industry is rushing headlong into the electric universe. Their problems with electrics, like Ford's issues, are standing out right. They will get better but right now there are issues.
By Mary Conway on
FCA is recalling more than 300,000 Ram diesel trucks after six caught on fire. We have details on why owners are being told to park their vehicles outside until they can be repaired.
By Marc Stern on
In a shocking move, Ford has halted the production of its mega-popular F-150 Lightning EV pickup for at least the next week. Ford, though, says it has found the problem, although it has not publicly identified it.
By Denis Flierl on
What are the most considered car brands when new car shoppers are looking for a new vehicle in 2023? A Kelley Blue Book report says that Subaru remains in the 10th spot overall again this year. Check out the new report and discover what Subaru is missing in its all-wheel-drive lineup.
By Marc Stern on
On Tuesday, Ford put a hold on further manufacturing of the super-hot electric pickup, the Lightning, because of a potential battery issue. Here's a possible look at the cause of it all.
By John Goreham on
If you need a buddy to help you move, ask your pal with the Tacoma or Tundra. Here’s why.
By Timothy Boyer on
Here’s an informative piece of advice from a Ford mechanic on how to identify engine noise problems that are sometimes misdiagnosed and could cost you needless repairs without solving the problem in Ford 5.4L 3-valve Triton engines.
By Mary Conway on
It is always a huge question for the automakers. Should they advertise in the Super Bowl. It is the world's biggest stage but the prices are incredibly high.
By Mary Conway on
Ram is confirming that the 2024 Ram Revolution EV Concept truck will be on display at the nation's largest auto show this week. The Chicago Auto Show will be open to the public on February 11 - 20 at McCormick Place in Chicago.
By Tinsae Aregay on
Yesterday, Elon Musk announced that he just reviewed the production beta Cybertruck and added to the hype of the vehicle by saying "it's incredible." And today, a new Cybertruck prototype has been spotted testing close to Tesla's design studio with two never before seen changes.
By John Goreham on
We show you exactly why the 2023 Silverado ZR2 pickup truck is considered Chevrolet’s “flagship” vehicle. We counted a dozen things lesser trucks don’t have.
By Marc Stern on
Although sales of full-sized pickups seemed to have taken a big hit this year, there is much more to the story. If you look at other segments -- like compacts and electrics -- and future prospects, the picture isn't gloomy.
By Armen Hareyan on
Is the American Dream of owning a pickup truck about to come crashing down? Experts predict a drastic drop in pickup truck prices as the economy enters a recession. But not all truck manufacturers and models are created equal. Find out which pickups are expected to hold their value and which ones may leave you stranded at the dealership in this brief report about pickup truck prices in a recession.
By Armen Hareyan on
The 2023 Chevy Silverado is a powerful and historically a reliable truck, which has been designed to handle whatever you throw at it, while still providing a comfortable ride.
By Marc Stern on
For the second time in as many weeks, Ford's F-150 Lightning has been honored by Edmunds, a trusted name in car-buying. In a brand-new award, the Lightning has been honored as Edmunds' "Best of the Best."
By Timothy Boyer on
Today’s news raises concerns that pickup trucks like the Ford F-150 should and will become a thing of the past because they have become bigger, bulkier, and more dangerous.
By Marc Stern on
Though it has slipped far into the background, the supply chain problem has impacted Ford and other automakers for at least the last two years -- until very recently, in fact. Now, as the supply of semiconductors has increased the chipless trucks that were placed into storage are getting the semiconductors they need and heading for sale.
By Marc Stern on
The F-150 Lightning continues to garner its share of awards. This time Edmunds has named the F-150 Lightning winner of its Top-Rated Electric Award. This is the second award for the pickup line from the car-info site. In its second award of the year, the conventional Ford F-150 was honored for its many decades of innovation.
By Marc Stern on
One of Ford's most popular vehicles, the compact Maverick pickup, faces a class-action suit over a side curtain airbag. The suit has done nothing to dial back the compact pickup's incredible popularity.
By Mary Conway on
The people at Ram will tell you that winning never gets old. Winning is especially important when it signifies that you are the best value for your potential customers.
By Marc Stern on
Ford's Bronco, which has garnered its share of attention, has added to its list of honors by being named Car and Driver's "10Best SUV." Meantime, the popular compact Maverick pickup was named the publication's "10Best Trucks."
By Tinsae Aregay on
Tesla Chief Designer, Franz von Holzhausen, in an interview with Ryan McCaffrey of Ride the Lightning: Tesla Motor’s Unofficial Podcast says the new Model S & X yoke steering wheel "makes a lot of sense" for the Cybertruck.
By Marc Stern on
The Ford F-150 pickup and the Escape crossover remained popular vehicles with customers last year as many buyers were forced into the used-car market by high prices.
By Tinsae Aregay on
Tesla supplier, IDRA, has announced that it finished work on a 2nd 9000-ton Giga Press. IDRA, however, has confirmed that, unlike the first 9000-t Giga Press which was shipped to Giga Texas, this machine will not be used to build the Cybertruck as it's destined for Asia. IDRA's announcement suggests that the new machine will be used to build Giga China's upcoming compact car in a single piece.
By Marc Stern on
As Ford's compact pickup, the Maverick, remains wildly popular with customers, it has also become popular with Consumer Reports. Indeed, the Maverick bumped the Honda Ridgeline as the publication's top pickup.
By Mary Conway on
GM sold 2.27 million total vehicles in the U.S. in 2022, compared to Toyota's 2.1 million. Nearly half of those sales were from pickups and large SUVs.
By Harutiun Hareyan on
After a brief period of subtle media coverage, more owners have taken to the forums to express new problems on their beloved 2023 Toyota Tundra. Will this carry on to 2024?
By Mary Conway on
Ram's new battery electric concept called the Ram 1500 Revolution is designed to outdo the competition with more interior and cargo space and faster charging. It also has futuristic features like being able to follow you while you walk and a virtual assistant.