Pickup Trucks (Page 9)

A Tundra engine failure is bad enough. The scarier part may come later, when a repair record, recall uncertainty, or dealer appraisal turns a nearly new truck into a value fight.

A 2026 Ram Big Horn owner’s $108 fill-up is going viral on Facebook. Staten Island driver Mike Sullivan says the 6th Gen truck is "worth every penny," sparking a massive debate on the real-world cost of ownership for Ram's newest pickup generation.

Recent reports on the 2026 Toyota Tundra V6 engine renew discussions about past manufacturing debris issues. This guide breaks down the risks of turbo failure and outlines a vital action plan that uses fluid analysis to protect your drivetrain investment.

A Toyota Tacoma has been at the dealership for two months with what be a simple problem with a simple solution -- and both the owner and other Toyota Tacoma owners following the story are confused. We are too, as the problem seems so simple.

A Cybertruck in Grapevine Lake is funny for five seconds. Then Tesla's manual makes the real lesson clear: Wade Mode is for slow, shallow crossings, not turning a pickup into a boat.

Following reports of a 2026 Toyota Tundra oil filter containing metal shavings at 3,800 miles, this consumer advocacy action plan outlines how to safeguard your V35A-FTS twin-turbo engine from catastrophic oil-starvation failures.

Think the Toyota Tundra engine debris issue is fixed? A 2026 TRD Off-Road owner found his oil filters "full of glitter" after just 3,800 miles. Despite 2 dealer oil changes, this V6 metal shaving discovery proves the nightmare isn't over.

At 180,000 miles, Brandon Lewis’s F-150 PowerBoost still has its original hybrid battery, engine, and transmission. Now he’s trusting it to take his mom from Texas to California and back.

Ford has built much of its reputation on building dependable and highly-capable trucks. Now the automaker is marketing those trucks to the military. See why their world-wide service network is one of the company's secret weapons.

Our 2026 Ram 1500 electrical advocacy guide provides an actionable blueprint for resolving sudden screen blackouts and module shutdowns. We look at NHTSA recall data and provide the specific voltage steps needed to protect your truck's digital grid.

A Rivian R1T Dual Performance Max pulled a 4,500-pound trailer to Flagstaff and averaged 1.10 mi/kWh on the climb. Torque News checked the math, and the useful lesson is not about the tow rating.

A Ford F-150 owner’s switch to a 2026 Ram 1500 reveals why buyers should avoid the complex twin-turbo 3.0L Hurricane engine. We look at forum data explaining why truck owners prefer Ram's returning 5.7L HEMI V8 for long-term reliability.

A same-speed test showed 71 dB in a Tesla Model X and 61 dB in a Ford F-150 Lightning. That 10 dB gap is bigger than it looks, and it shows why EV highway comfort depends on tires, road surface, and cabin isolation.

Think a half-priced used truck saves money? Our consumer advocate action plan breaks down how 11.4% interest rates on used auto loans and surging insurance premiums quietly erase the upfront savings of a pre-owned Ford F-150 relative to a new 2026 model.

A 50% drop in values for 2021–2024 Ford F-150s has truck buyers questioning the market. We break down the real numbers to see if you should buy a used 2023 F-150 Lariat or spend more on a new 2026 model. Here is the data-driven answer.

A Cybertruck driver saw 11 Supercharger stops on a 1,000-mile trip and thought something was odd. TorqueNews checked the charging curve, Tesla specs, and the comment thread. The route made more sense once the battery stayed where it charges fastest.

A 2025 Cybertruck AWD showed a PCS2 MOSFET health-check failure at 31,250 miles. Torque News checked the service-screen text, charging behavior, Tesla service context, and NHTSA recall background to explain what owners should and should not assume.

Car dealerships have a well-earned reputation for being scummy, and while most dealerships are mostly honest most of the time, a handful of shops keep the reputation alive. A special fee for an "EV tire rotation" on a GMC Sierra EV is case in point.

Tesla Cybertruck buyers are sharing that they haven’t been able to take delivery of their trucks for the past week. Several owners confirm that a nationwide delivery halt is affecting their delivery plans.

GM's patent describes a vehicle that can detect when a wheel is stuck, then rock itself forward and backward while reading traction. The bigger story is how EV trucks could turn an old driver trick into software.

The owner of a Toyota Tundra pickup truck says that when he took his truck in for its 25,000-mile service, the dealership's service writer didn't know about a technical service bulletin (TSB). But the technicians did.

Struggling with 2026 Silverado, Tundra, or F-150 reliability? This consumer action plan provides information for owners, featuring Colorado-specific maintenance tips and insights into warranty loopholes in the current truck reliability crisis.

Texas owner Jeff Sickle switches to a 2026 Silverado after a Tundra engine failure at 9k miles and F-150 transmission issues. Our technical analysis examines if the 5.3L L84 engine can avoid the lifter and 10-speed defects plaguing the segment.

The GMC Sierra EV brings far more range and faster charging than a 2023 F-150 Lightning Platinum. We checked the used-truck math, official specs, and driver feedback: the GMC wins distance, while the Ford still wins several daily truck details.

Tesla Cybertruck owners share their excitement after their trucks’ resale values have soared in recent months. One owner mentions he received a $76,100 trade-in offer for his $79,000 Cybertruck, which he has driven for a year and 21,000 miles.

A Rivian R1T owner towed a 30-foot Brinkley camper from near Phoenix to Prescott, where his campground forbade EV charging. A nearby Tesla destination charger and the downhill return changed the whole trip.

Trading in a 2024 Tacoma early can be a financial disaster. This consumer advocacy report breaks down the real-world costs of returning to the 3rd Gen platform and provides an action plan to minimize your loss while securing a reliable V6 setup.

A 2024 Toyota Tacoma owner is ditching his TRD Off-Road by December, choosing to return to a 3rd Gen V6 and a 5.0 Mustang setup instead. Here’s the mechanical "why" behind this Houston owner's decision to walk away from the 4th Gen platform.

Struggling with a 2026 Ram 1500 Hemi check engine light? We scrutinize current dealer backlogs and provide the technical leverage you need to overcome service delays. Discover how Daniel’s New York case empowers you to demand a $0 warranty fix now.

A 2026 Ram 1500 owner in New York just documented a Hemi V8 check engine light at 2 months. We scrutinize why early 5.7L builds are hitting service bays for EVAP repairs and how the dealer revamped his truck under warranty without out-of-pocket costs.