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Pickup Trucks (Page 28)

By Mary Conway on February 6, 2022 - 10:12PM
Ram has already recalled its 2019-2020 Ram 1500 for loose windshield wipers. Now, Ram is adding most 2019-2020 Ram 2500/3500 Heavy Duty trucks and chassis cabs to the recall.
By Jeff Teague on February 5, 2022 - 8:43AM
See the surprising speed of 2022 Toyota Tundra i-FORCE MAX Hybrid. My driving impressions (with Video).
By Marc Stern on February 4, 2022 - 10:35AM
Picture this: an ice storm cuts power to millions, but owners of Ford F-150 Lightning all-electric pickups have a way out, their trucks. Thanks to Ford ingenuity and the automaker's partners, F-150 customers can use their trucks to power their homes for up to 10 days with rationing or solar charging. It is a new feature.
By Mary Conway on February 3, 2022 - 10:26PM
Not only do all of the Ram trucks receive prestigious Editors' Choice awards, they are on the list for the second year in a row!
By Timothy Boyer on February 3, 2022 - 3:34PM
Thinking about buying a used Chevy truck, but not sure which model in what eras are the keepers worth investing in? Here’s the latest from an experienced Chevrolet truck owner and mechanic who offers this guide about Chevy truck specifics and which you should and should not buy…and why.
By Jeff Teague on January 31, 2022 - 9:32AM
What you should know about 2022 Tundra i-FORCE MAX fuel economy.
By Marc Stern on January 28, 2022 - 8:43PM
If a corporation can smile, then Ford has a great reason to be grinning ear to ear. This week the automaker rolled its 40 millionth pickup off the line -- a 2022 F-150 Tremor -- in Iconic Silver that is headed to its owner.
By Mary Conway on January 25, 2022 - 10:14PM
GM's announcement that its is investing $7 billion into its EV production means great news for drivers who are anxious to land a 2024 Chevy Silverado EV or a 2024 GMC Sierra EV. Here's how the automaker plans to boost production.
By Denis Flierl on January 24, 2022 - 11:36AM
Do you remember the Subaru Baja ST-X pickup? The compact pickup was a concept, but it could be the blueprint Subaru needs for a pickup today.
By Timothy Boyer on January 24, 2022 - 10:32AM
Here’s an interesting math-based argument for why EV owners will want to buy the Ford F-150 Lightning over investing in a solar powered Tesla Powerwall system.
By Marc Stern on January 21, 2022 - 8:02AM
Last fall, Ford unveiled a trio of new colors for the Ranger line. Well, they finally released the color availability and pricing and truthfully, the colors are stunning.
By Marc Stern on January 17, 2022 - 11:49AM
Ford dealers reassured the manufacturer that they are charging only the MSRP on Lightnings. The reassurance was needed following reports last week, as detailed earlier by other Torque News stories, that there were dealers taking advantage of the limited supply of the sought-after electric pickups. Reports circulated that there were up fees of $30,000 but most averaged only $5,000.
By Tinsae Aregay on January 17, 2022 - 5:23AM
Tesla's steel supplier, Steel Dynamics, recently opened a new plant in Sinton, Texas. According to General Manager Dennis Black, the plant will use 90% recycled scrap metal. The plant is expected to supply Tesla with stainless steel for the Cybertruck.
By Marc Stern on January 12, 2022 - 5:40PM
For the second time in the last two years, Ford has won two major NACTOY awards. NACTOY stands for the North American Car/Truck of the Year Awards. It is a program that began months ago as the first vehicles were vetted for the program. As the months have gone on, a jury of 50 automotive veterans have put and pushed each vehicle through its paces to find the winners.
By Mary Conway on January 11, 2022 - 8:21PM
GM is creating its own online used vehicle website. The site called CarBravo will compete with other online retailers but offer special GM features. Buyers will be able to find their perfect vehicle from nearly 4000 participating GM dealers.
By Marc Stern on January 11, 2022 - 11:49AM
In looking over Ford's 2021 sales wrapup, the automaker enthusiastically looked toward 2022 and saw its electrified vehicle models taking off.
By Jeff Teague on January 11, 2022 - 11:00AM
A new 2022 Tundra hybrid trim level has been revealed. We answer your biggest questions.
By Marc Stern on January 9, 2022 - 1:48PM
Ford has had a number of recalls recently. They continue with fixes for rear driveshaft problems for Ford Transit vans and for problems with rear seatbelt assemblies in Maverick compact pickups and Mustang Mach-Es.
By Marc Stern on January 8, 2022 - 3:27PM
Ford has had a busy time with recalls. In the latest recalls, the automaker has recalled 2018 F-150s to repair rear pickup bed latches that open and to fix Transit Connect vans whose panoramic Vista roofs fly off.
By Mary Conway on January 5, 2022 - 1:29PM
GM's Mary Barra claims the all-new Silverado EV will out-perform the competition in towing and capability.
By Jeff Teague on January 5, 2022 - 9:34AM
Watch as 2022 Tundra and 2021 Tundra compete in a tug of war, along with 3 other competitions.
By Marc Stern on January 5, 2022 - 5:33AM
Even as Ford is promising to ramp up production of the highly sought-after Ford Lightning EV pickup, dealers are reportedly slapping major up-charges on the new pickups. Indeed, there is a report of one dealer hitting potential buyers with a fee of $30,000 if they want to be among the first to receive one of the electric trucks.
By Mary Conway on January 4, 2022 - 10:40PM
Everyone in the Detroit Three is claiming a win, of sorts, when it comes to truck sales. What is really behind the numbers.
By Denis Flierl on January 4, 2022 - 12:31PM
The 2023 Subaru Solterra all-electric compact SUV is coming this year, but how about a new Solterra compact pickup? Check out a new rendering and why Subaru needs to build it.
By John Goreham on January 4, 2022 - 10:02AM
Jeep has released a nifty infographic that can help you to see the benefits of modern electrification technology in winter driving.
By Jeff Teague on January 4, 2022 - 9:45AM
My video review shows all the standard features on 2022 Tundra Limited.
By Mary Conway on December 30, 2021 - 10:33PM
One of the best things about a new year is all the new vehicle models. Ram 1500 lovers will find new tech, new trim and more fun in 2022!
By Marc Stern on December 29, 2021 - 12:59PM
It has been a rather busy week on the recall front at Ford. So far, Torque News has reported on repairs needed by the cruise control radar module on F-150s. Now, we are reporting on assembly problems with the new Ford Maverick.
By Marc Stern on December 27, 2021 - 3:06PM
In yet another recall for the F-150, Ford has recalled the pickup to repair the cruise control radar module so that the vehicle's safety systems will work correctly.
By Marc Stern on December 23, 2021 - 3:45PM
In the second recall of Ford F-150 pickups in the last six months, Ford has recalled about 200,000 F-150 SuperCab models, equipped with four-wheel-drive, because of problems with driveshaft insulation.