Pickup Trucks

By Mary Conway Dec 13 2017 - 9:52pm

Would 2017 Ram 1500 buyers be interested in a Ram 2000 EcoDiesel?

A contributor to a popular Ram forum claims that Ram may be considering building a diesel truck that would split the difference between the Ram 1500 and the 2500.

New Toyota extended warranty coverage for '05-2011 Tacoma driveshafts.

By John Goreham G+ Dec 7 2017 - 4:51pm

New Toyota Tacoma Warranty Extension For Universal Joint & Prop Shaft Vibrations 2005-2011

Toyota is extending the warranty on Tacoma driveshafts for some customers who experience vibrations and shudders. Details here.

By Patrick Rall G+ Dec 5 2017 - 1:08pm

2018 Ford F250, F450 and F450 Diesels Offer Class-Leading Horsepower and Torque

Ford Motor Company has just announced the power ratings for the 2018 F250, F350 and F450 and with a combination of 450hp and 935lb-ft of torque – the newest Super Duty is the most powerful truck in the segment in terms of both horsepower and torque.

By Patrick Rall G+ Dec 5 2017 - 11:36am

Ford Recalls 2016 F150, Explorer for Front Seat Problems

Ford Motor Company has announced a recall of the 2016 F150 and the 2016 Explorer over a concern that a bolt for the front power seat adjuster may fall out – leading to an increased risk of injury in the event of an accident.

By Mary Conway Dec 4 2017 - 9:06pm

Some 2017 Ram 1500 Owners Say Their Seat Heaters Don't Work

Just as we are heading into colder weather, some 2017 Ram 1500 owners are complaining that their heated seats don't get very warm.

By Patrick Rall G+ Dec 4 2017 - 12:15pm

2017 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 High Country Review: High Desert at the Horse Show

I recently had a chance to spend a week driving the 2017 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 High Country with the High Desert package and during that time, we used the uniquely-upfitted pickup to get us to and from a weekend-long horse show.

Best winter tires comapred to stock - Toyota Tacoma.

By John Goreham G+ Nov 29 2017 - 3:14pm

Best Winter Tire Pick For Toyota Tacoma & How It Compares To Stock

We narrow down the winter tires choices for Toyota Tacoma owners and try to explain how the winter tires compare to the all-season tires the truck comes with.

By Armen Hareyan G+ Nov 28 2017 - 5:10pm

These Are The 9 Things Toyota Tundra Owners Want From Toyota

Toyota Tundra is a great truck but could use a few improvements. Torque News asked Tundra owners and fans what type of interior and exterior improvements they would like to see and heard these responses.

By Patrick Rall G+ Nov 28 2017 - 2:23pm

Why 2018 Ford F150 Named Motor Trend's Truck of the Year

The 2018 Ford F150 has been named the 2018 Motor Trend Truck of the Year, giving the Motor Company back-to-back wins after taking the 2017 title with the Super Duty pickups.

By Armen Hareyan G+ Nov 28 2017 - 12:15am

Toyota Needs To Update Tundra's Interior and Why It May Go Hybrid vs Diesel

Yesterday when Torque News published the story about Toyota Tundra predictions, our readers actively commented and shared their opinions. One opinion argues for larger interior and explains why Toyota will go with a Hybrid Tundra vs diesel.

By Mary Conway Nov 27 2017 - 9:12pm

How to Enable Daytime Running Lights on a 2017 Ram 1500

A new 2017 Ram 1500 owner asks members of a popular Ram Truck forum how to have Daytime Running Lights set up on his new vehicle. Surprisingly, the rules about Daytime Running Lights are different in the U.S. and Canada.

2019 Nissan Frontier, Mitsubishi Raider, new mid-size pickup

By Denis Flierl G+ Nov 27 2017 - 12:38pm

Mitsubishi “Raider” Could Plunder Next-Generation Nissan Frontier

Mitsubishi could pick Nissan’s pocket with rebadged Frontier named “Raider”

By Armen Hareyan G+ Nov 27 2017 - 8:39am

Prediction About Toyota Tundra: Unless Improved Not Sure Where It's Headed

Tundra is a tried and proven vehicle, but Toyota must look beyond what it's offering today to have a much more modern, perhaps hybrid, Tundra or no Tundra by 2020.

By Parks McCants G+ Nov 20 2017 - 7:48pm

We dare to compare Toyota Tacoma to Honda Ridgeline

In the North American pickup truck segment, most die-hard pickup truck owners dismiss Honda Ridgeline as some sort of Pilot SUV derivative. To them, Ridgeline is not a truck. Today, I’ll risk comparing Toyota Tacoma to Honda Ridgeline.

By John Goreham G+ Nov 20 2017 - 11:22am

Toyota Adds Important Safety & Comfort Updates For 2018 Tacoma

The 2018 Tacoma from Toyota is mostly a carry-over year, but some important things are now standard.

By Armen Hareyan G+ Nov 15 2017 - 6:27pm

Six Types of Toyota Tundra Owners

If you think you have things that are common with other fellow Toyota Tundra owners, see if you can find yourself in one of these six types.

By Mary Conway Nov 13 2017 - 9:08pm

Owners of 2017 Ram 1500s Are Peeved About Paint Problems

Several owners of 2017 Ram 1500s are furious about paint flaws on their brand new trucks.

Consumer Reports actual relaibility ratings vs its projected reliability.

By John Goreham G+ Nov 13 2017 - 12:34pm

Consumer Reports Predicts the 2018 Toyota Tacoma Will Be Unreliable, But What Does Its Own Data Reveal?

Consumer Reports gives the 2018 Toyota Tacoma a terrible 1 out of 5 rating for predicted reliability. That doesn't jive with its own survey data for the current truck.

2018 Nissan Frontier, Nissan Frontier, 2018 Nissan Titan, Midnight Edition

By Denis Flierl G+ Nov 13 2017 - 10:26am

Nissan Announces $995 Pricing For New Frontier Midnight Edition

Nissan announced pricing for the 2018 Frontier Midnight Edition. It’s $995.

By Parks McCants G+ Nov 12 2017 - 10:58pm

Green Car Awards acknowledge low impact auto trend in San Antonio Texas

A cowboy, a street racer, and a Cop walk into a bar.. That’s the movie scene equivalent of what transpired this week in San Antonio Texas at the annual car and truck show. What does a midsize pickup truck, a police car, and Mazda Miata have in common?

2018 Ram 1500 Hydro Blue Sport front 3/4

By Patrick Rall G+ Nov 9 2017 - 1:07pm

Meet the 2018 Ram 1500 Hydro Blue Sport

FCA has introduced the final special edition Ram 1500 Sport model for 2018 with debut of the gorgeous Hydro Blue Sport package shown above – an appearance package that combines a unique blue with black accents to create one great looking pickup.

By Mary Conway Nov 5 2017 - 9:07pm

The best fuel additives for a 2017 Ram 1500

Members of a popular forum debate the best fuel additives to increase performance and mileage for a 2017 Ram 1500.

By Mary Conway Nov 1 2017 - 10:01pm

Chevrolet Beefs Up the 2018 Colorado ZR2 Pickup Truck for Off-Roading

Chevrolet is showing a tricked-out version of its 2018 Colorado ZR2, in Las Vegas, that is designed for off-roading. Can a production version be far behind?

By Patrick Rall G+ Oct 31 2017 - 2:51pm

The Hennessey F150 VelociRaptor 6x6 Debuts at SEMA with 605hp

The folks at Hennessey Performance have cooked up the most extreme Ford F150 Raptor aftermarket package out there, adding an extra axle, a unique bed and a whole lot of extra power – and the VelociRaptor 6x6 is making its formal public debut this week at SEMA.

By Patrick Rall G+ Oct 27 2017 - 4:24pm

Ken Block Promises Gymkhana 10 Will Be His Best

Although we are still enjoying Ken Block’s Climbkhana video featuring the Hoonicorn Ford Mustang, the rally racing champion is already teasing Gymkhana 10 – which is expected to launch sometime during 2018 as the greatest driving video that Block has ever offered up.

By Patrick Rall G+ Oct 26 2017 - 11:59am

Here Is the Date of The All-New 2019 Ram 1500's Debut

Some production information for the next generation Ram 1500 was offered in FCA’s 3rd quarter financial results, confirming that the 2019 truck will debut in January with production of the all-new pickup starting during the 1st quarter of the year at the Sterling Heights Assembly Plant in Michigan.

By Patrick Rall G+ Oct 25 2017 - 1:04pm

2018 Ford F150 Raptor Recalled for Structural Issues

Ford Motor Company is recalling a small batch of the 2018 Ford F150 Raptor over a concern that the roof structure may not have been properly affixed during production – possibly leading to structural integrity in the event of a rollover accident.

2017 Toyota Tacoma TRD Pro wins big in which state?

By John Goreham G+ Oct 24 2017 - 4:05pm

2017 Toyota Tacoma TRD Pro Is Official Midsize Truck Of What State?

The midsize 2017 Toyota Tacoma TRD wins big in a state where trucks are huge.

By Patrick Rall G+ Oct 19 2017 - 5:20pm

2017 Ford F150 Limited Review: Impressive Performance, Incredible Luxury

The 2017 Ford F150 Limited is the top-of-the-line trim for America’s bestselling half ton truck, combining the impressive performance of the F150 lineup with an interior layout that is more common in a large premium luxury SUV.

By Patrick Rall G+ Oct 19 2017 - 2:43pm

2017 GMC Sierra 2500 Denali Horse Show Review: The Big Diesel Barely Breaks a Sweat

The 2017 GMC Sierra 2500 Denali might be a luxury pickup, but it is still capable of serving as a great work truck and to test the capabilities, I put the loaded ¾-ton pickup through the paces of a weekend-long horse show – allowing me to experience the plush GMC while hauling, towing and providing a comfortable ride home after long days at the show grounds.