Pickup Truck +SUV Talk
Tim Esterdahl
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We cover the U.S. pickup truck and SUV market bringing you fun reviews, interesting tidbits and real consumer concerns about these vehicles.
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Why Truck Buyers Are Still Arguing About Hemi vs Hurricane 2 Years Later | Truck News Recap
Send us Fan MailThis week on Truck News Recap, Tim discusses the biggest traffic day in Pickup Truck Talk history and the surprising story behind it. A two-year-old interview with the chief engineer…
What Ford Didn't Tell You About Bronco Filson
Send us Fan MailThe 2027 Ford Bronco Filson looks like a premium outdoor collaboration on the surface, but the bigger story may be what Ford did not say. Ford kept calling this new Bronco “premium,”…
The Truth About Nissan Frontier Reliability (Plus New Toyota Tundra News)
Send us Fan MailThis week on Truck News Recap, we're diving into the biggest known problems reported by Nissan Frontier owners from the 2023-2026 model years.From transmission complaints and…
The Real Reason Toyota Tundra Engines Are Failing
Send us Fan MailToyota has expanded its twin-turbo V6 engine recall again, and this time we finally have a better idea why these engines are failing.According to a newly filed NHTSA report, Toyota…
Ram Gave The Rumble Bee A “Pure” HEMI, But There’s A Catch
Send us Fan MailThe 2027 Ram 1500 Rumble Bee brings HEMI power back in a big way, but the most interesting detail may be what Ram removed, and what it kept. The new Rumble Bee 5.7L HEMI drops eTorque…
2027 Vehicle Kill Switches: What the Law Really Says
Send us Fan MailAre new vehicles really getting mandatory government “kill switches” in 2027? That rumor has exploded online, especially among truck owners and automotive enthusiasts, but what does…
Could the Toyota Tacoma Become American-Built Again? $2 Billion Filing Says Yes
Send us Fan MailIn this episode, Tim breaks down reports that Toyota could be considering a major shift in Tacoma production with a proposed $2 billion expansion at its Texas manufacturing…
Gas Prices Are High, Yet Ford CEO Admits Buyers Still Buying Reliable V8s
Send us Fan MailGas prices are rising again, yet truck buyers still keep choosing V8 engines over smaller turbocharged powertrains. In this week’s Truck News Recap, I dive into why reliability may…
Second Toyota Tundra Engine Recall Postponed Again Because Company Incredibly Still Doesn’t Really Have a Fix After 4 Years
Send us Fan MailToyota’s reputation for quality continues taking hits as the automaker has for the second time in four years forced owners of more than 125,000 late model Toyota Tundras and Lexus GX…
GM Defines “Normal” Oil Consumption for Trucks as Owners Say Huh?
Send us Fan MailGeneral Motors has issued updated guidance outlining what it considers acceptable normal oil consumption for trucks, sparking renewed debate among owners who say the thresholds make…
Least Reliable Full-Size Trucks For The Past 5 Years Ranked – Surprise, Surprise!
Send us Fan MailFrom engine failures to transmission issues and glitchy electronics, today’s full-size trucks are more advanced, and can be more problematic, than ever. Looking at the issues, here…
2029 Ford F-150 Confirmed: What the Next-Gen Truck Will Look Like and Offer
Send us Fan MailThe 2029 Ford F-150 has been confirmed by Ford in Dearborn, Michigan. We used our computer models to render what it will look like and our research to theorize what it will…
U.S. Senator Sullivan's Cold-Weather Diesel Bill Saves Trucks, Driver's Lives
Send us Fan MailU.S. Senator Sullivan says his common-sense bill can save diesel trucks and trucker's lives by removing diesel exhaust fluid in cold-weather states. Watch as he tells Publisher Tim…
Have Hyundai and Kia Finally Committed to Making Real Trucks?
Send us Fan MailHot on the heels of Hyundai, Kia has now announced a pickup truck bound for the U.S. market by 2030. Is this something you would be interested in?Join our Patreon:…
Our Favorite New Trucks and Engines - Getty's Garage Joins Pickup Truck +SUV Talk
Send us Fan MailIn this collab livestream, Alex from Getty's Garage joins Tim from Pickup Truck +SUV Talk to discuss the truck market and engines for sale. They cover every engine from every…
Toyota Tacoma is HOT, Ford is Not! 2026 Q1 Truck Sales Results are In
Send us Fan MailThe 2026 Q1 truck sales results are in and the Toyota Tacoma is hot while Ford is not. What is going on?!Visit https://screenprotech.com and use discount code Pickup10Join our…
Trump EPA Removes Diesel DEF Quality Sensor to Save Farmers, Truckers $13B
Send us Fan MailThe Trump EPA announced today they are removing the DEF sensor for diesel engines in yet another move to provide financial relief for farmers and truckers. Join our Patreon:…
Next-Gen 2027 Chevy Silverado 1500, GMC Sierra 1500 V8 Engine Revealed?
Send us Fan MailDid GM just reveal the new 6.7L V8 engine for the 2027 Chevy Silverado 1500 and GMC Sierra 1500? It sure looks like it.Visit ScreenProTech: https://www.screenprotech.comUse Discount…
The Future of Truck Powertrains is Not Going Backwards Toyota Patent Proves It
Send us Fan MailRecently revealed patent filings point to a Toyota plug-in hybrid truck that will provide flexibility for electric-only driving and gas when you need it. What's the future for other…
Next-Gen Ram 1500 Design to Be Friendlier, Less Angry, Says Design Chief
Send us Fan MailRam design boss, Ralph Gilles, says that modern trucks look too angry. Taking that thought process, we examine what the future of the brand could look like.Visit…
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