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Pickup Trucks (Page 40)

By Patrick Rall on February 27, 2020 - 9:25AM
The Ram 1500 TRX Rebel Concept had 575 horsepower while every other Hellcat Hemi-powered vehicle from Dodge and Jeep have had at least 707 horsepower – leading us to believe that the supercharged production truck will join the crowd.
By Marc Stern on February 26, 2020 - 12:02AM
In three recalls, Ford has called back F-150 pickups and E-Series vans to either update software of fix two problems. The problems involve the Daylight Running Lights, an engine block heater cable, and potential damage to the rear axle.
By Mary Conway on February 25, 2020 - 10:33PM
The 2020 Ram 1500 is being singled out for having the best interior for a vehicle under $50,000. The judges say that the Ram's interior surpasses most other vehicles. We look at why this particular award is remarkable.
By Patrick Rall on February 25, 2020 - 12:42PM
The artwork showing the Ram 1500 TRX Rebel on the poster for the FCA high school design contest has some people thinking that the Hellcat-powered pickup will have the regular cab design, but upon closer inspection, we don’t think that is the case.
By Mary Conway on February 23, 2020 - 11:01PM
One of the most innovative and useful upgrades available on the 2020 Ram 1500 is the multifunction tailgate, with the 60/40 split. We look at why it might be a gamechanger for any buyer.
By Marc Stern on February 21, 2020 - 8:19PM
Along with Torque News, the editors of Motor1 and Automotive News had a chance to look at a prototype of the 2021 Ford F-150. In a word, the new model features evolution, not revolution and takes a huge piece of the 2020 Ford Ranger's grille design which is featured here.
By Patrick Rall on February 21, 2020 - 1:02PM
The bright yellow truck displayed on the 2020 Drive for Design poster clearly applies attributes of the 2016 TRX Rebel Concept, which had Hellcat Hemi power, to a current generation Ram 1500.
By Mary Conway on February 18, 2020 - 9:16PM
A tipster in Sterling Heights, Michigan, tells me that there are dozens of 2020 Ram 1500 trucks in unusual colors visible around the SHAP (Sterling Heights Assembly Plant) plant where the 2020 Ram 1500s are built. We have the scoop.
By Marc Stern on February 17, 2020 - 11:16PM
A Ford F-250 Super Duty owner reported that his pickup had experienced the "wobble of death." He was supported by another owner as they told their story.
By Jimmy Dinsmore on February 17, 2020 - 10:51AM
According to Ford, the two-door, four-door 2021 Ford Bronco will be revealed in March or April of this spring. Ford dealers were given more details at the National Auto Dealers Association (NADA) meeting last week, with the 2021 Bronco being promised and highly touted.
By Mary Conway on February 14, 2020 - 10:35PM
Jeep continues to customize the 2020 Jeep Gladiator, this time with a premium, luxury package. Three reasons that enthusiasts will love the High Altitude version.
By Marc Stern on February 11, 2020 - 10:54PM
A couple of weeks ago, Torque News told the story of a Hennessey Performance 6X6 VelociRaptor selling for $375,000. Today, we detail another Hennessey VelociRaptor -- a standard 4X4 F-150 -- selling for only $154,995.
By Patrick Rall on February 11, 2020 - 11:37AM
A delivery man in the Chicago area has driven his 2007 Nissan Frontier for more than a million hard miles and for this impressive feat, the automaker will give him a 2020 model once they begin rolling off of the production line.
By Jeff Teague on February 10, 2020 - 5:07PM
Meet the newest addition to the 2021 Toyota Tacoma lineup. Outdoor fans will really enjoy it.
By Patrick Rall on February 10, 2020 - 3:19PM
The 2020 Nissan Frontier is on display at the ongoing Chicago Auto Show and while the exterior is unchanged from 2019, the drivetrain is all new, previewing the engine and transmission coming to the next generation midsized pickup coming for 2021.
By Mary Conway on February 6, 2020 - 10:42PM
The Chicago Auto show is huge for Jeep. The 2020 Jeep Gladiator gets a new Mojave model and a brand new designation as being tough enough to be 'Desert Rated'.
By Peter Neilson on February 6, 2020 - 3:08PM
With all the hybrids that Toyota offers would it make sense to also have a Prius pickup? Here are three reasons why I think they would sell like hotcakes.
By Marc Stern on February 6, 2020 - 8:29AM
Long McArthur Ford has a history of taking Ford F-150 trucks and upgrading them into different trucks. This time they have created a luxury off-roader out of a Ford F-150 XLT SuperCrew.
By Marc Stern on February 4, 2020 - 12:36AM
Ford, recognizing its expanding role in off-road and extreme sporting events, has joined with the King of the Hammers/Ultra 4 Racing as its official vehicle.
By Dean McManis on February 1, 2020 - 10:34PM
GM officially is finally entering the electric truck/SUV market with the upcoming electric GMC Hummer, ushering in its "Quiet Revolution." But how does it stack up against other announced BEV trucks such as the Tesla Cybertruck and Rivian R1S.
By Marc Stern on January 31, 2020 - 12:15PM
Ford and Rivian announced this week that they are working on a new electric luxury SUV for Lincoln. The new SUV is the result of commitments made by Ford and Rivian when Ford invested $500 million in the promising electric vehicle startup. It was a testament to Ford's viewing Rivian as the real deal.
By Mary Conway on January 26, 2020 - 10:04PM
General Motors says it has discovered a way to make towing safer by helping trucks stop sooner. Will the idea change towing, forever?
By Marc Stern on January 26, 2020 - 7:55PM
For the first time, Ford Performance Parts is offering a Warn winch kit on its F-Series Super Duty Trucks with the Tremor Off-Road Option. The winch will help the Super Duty Trucks pull clear of obstacles.
By Marc Stern on January 25, 2020 - 11:48PM
One of the nation's top Ford tuners has taken the Ford F-150 and given it a new personality with more power and options, as well. Roush Performance Equipment has introduced the 2020 Roush Ford F-150 SC a rework of the 2020 Ford F-150 that raises the horsepower to 650 with loads of torque.
By Marc Stern on January 21, 2020 - 8:36AM
When you see a Ford F-150 all tricked out with fender flares, special graphics, huge wheels, and four rear wheels, you immediately know that this isn't an ordinary pickup. You are looking at a Hennessey Performance Engineering VelociRaptor 6X6 based on a Ford F-150 SuperCrew Styleside Package on the long-wheelbase -- 145 inches -- with the 5.5-foot bed.
By John Goreham on January 20, 2020 - 2:15PM
Not all midsize pickup trucks are suitable for plowing. Jeep’s Gladiator is.
By John Goreham on January 20, 2020 - 1:50PM
We check out the 2020 Jeep Gladiator North Edition to see what winter features it has that other midsized trucks don’t.
By Mary Conway on January 19, 2020 - 9:09PM
The 2019 GMC Sierra saw a big boost in sales numbers after it was built as an off-road vehicle. Now GMC is making sure all of its vehicles can follow the same path.
By Marc Stern on January 17, 2020 - 8:08PM
The Ford F-Series Super Duty pickup line already has best-in-class towing ratings and it has added to those numbers with best-in-class plowing figures, as well.
By Mary Conway on January 16, 2020 - 11:01PM
The 2020 Ram 1500 has been praised at length for its upgrades and luxurious interior. Its latest award cements the pickup as a luxury competitor.