Fans of classic Americana certainly enjoy pining for the days of poodle skirts, Wolfman Jack, and hot rods such as the Ford Thunderbird and Chevy Bel Air. The times have changed. Poodle skirts have given way to man buns, Wolfman Jack’s last notable appearance in popular culture was as a guest star on “Married…With Children,” […]
Trucking is a special kind of driving. Sometimes you get a car just to handle the day-to-day commute, and by the time you’re done with it, you haven’t even utilized most of its features. Trucks are different, though. If you’re using your truck for work, no matter what kind of jobs you’re doing, you need […]
We all know that truck drivers are resistant to change. After all, if you count on your pickup to make a living or trust your truck to get you home after a tough off-road adventure, you don’t want to take a risk on newfangled gadgets that might fail. That’s why modern trucks still rely on […]
As it goes, you get what you pay for. However, is that always the case? No question, if you purchase something nearly three times as expensive as something else, you’ll undoubtedly get more than you would from the cheaper product. This is especially true with markets such as automotive. Having more people within that market […]
If you’ve ever dabbled in off-roading, you know that virtually every automaker has an off-road-ready model designed for top thrills. There are brands, like Jeep, which seek to make adventuring a priority in most of its models, while others, like Honda, arm only a few select models with off-road capabilities. Then, there are the major […]
Oscar Wilde once wrote, “Imitation is the sincerest form of flattery that mediocrity can pay to greatness.” These might be the truest words that the author of “The Picture of Dorian Gray” wrote. It might also be the only thing he wrote that can be quoted in an article about pickup trucks. However, looking at […]
Ford’s new all-electric pickup, the F-150 Lightning, has created a lot of buzz, piquing the interest of all kinds of people. The latest addition to the F-Series family is a versatile vehicle with a wide range of appealing features. It has to be adaptable to compete in this segment because as much as the group […]
There are two kinds of truckers: those who want modern trucks and those who want classic trucks. Sometimes you’ll come across people who want the in-between. Alright, so maybe there are three kinds of truckers: those who want modern trucks, those who want classic trucks, and those who want the in-between. This third kind of […]
That’s a good question, and there’s a pretty simple answer: people like it, buy it, and enjoy what it has to offer compared to other trucks. Just like any business, the answer to 99% of questions in the auto industry will typically come down to “because it sells.” If people weren’t still interested in this […]
Is there anything more American than a Chevy Silverado? Don McLean didn’t think so when he sang “American Pie,” and that’s only one song in a repertoire of many that mention the beloved automaker. Perhaps it’s because Chevy is an easy rhyme, more so than Toyota. Or, more likely, the reason is best explained when […]
If you’re an avid off-roader, you’ve probably heard the news that the famous Chevy Silverado 1500 is now available with ZR2 capabilities. The ZR2 badge has been seen on the midsize Colorado for a few years now, and with the recent unveiling of the 2022 Silverado ZR2, the industry is buzzing with excitement. As you […]
It doesn’t take someone with insider knowledge or expertise to notice that drastic changes occur throughout the automotive industry every year. The past few years in particular have seen a pandemic, microchip shortage, and a slew of new makes and models equipped with features that push technological innovations to their absolute limit. There’s a great […]
Summer is in full swing, and the adventurous heart has an action-packed itinerary full of fun outdoor activities. The thought of off-roading conjures images of giant Jeeps, big wheelers, and dune buggies. Who hasn’t pictured themselves careening down a sandy hillside, Mad Max-style, at least once? However, most of us are limited in our vision, […]
The midsize truck segment is one of the most competitive in the market. Hitting the sweet spot between efficiency and power, midsize trucks are some of the most versatile vehicles around, so it’s little wonder that it’s become such a hotly contested category as of late. Some automakers have struggled to make their midsize offerings […]
The release of these two small pickup trucks caused quite the stir in every positive way. Now drivers who love the convenience and versatility of pickup trucks but don’t need a full-size hauler can benefit from either the 2022 Ford Maverick or 2022 Hyundai Santa Cruz. What’s unique about both of these small pickup trucks […]
Electric vehicles are no longer just a concept that will someday become real sometime in the unforeseen future. They’re here, and they’re quickly taking over the automobile market. What began as hybrid technology, which used a combination of both gasoline and electric power and was made popular by compact sedans like the Prius, has evolved […]
Truck enthusiasts know that they have options when it comes to the truck they choose for their travels, whether they’re frequently cruising down the highway or pulling machinery across the job site. Among the various offerings from popular brands, like Ford, Chevy, Toyota, and others, lies a truck that seems to blend into the crowd, […]
While we haven’t reached the dawn of flying cars yet, we have grown accustomed to the high expectations we have of today’s car technology. If Siri and Alexa can serve as personal assistants, and Tupac can do Coachella as a hologram, why can’t our cars also live up to our tech-based demands? Automakers have been […]
There are a lot of really neat things going on in the automotive market right now. Some vehicles are even getting fridges and massage chairs, which, if we’re totally honest, are things we did not think would ever be put into a car. Now a lot of these extra neat things are being put into […]
Talk to anyone who has ever owned a Titan, and they’ll tell you that there’s no other truck that can perform quite like this Nissan staple. Not only is this truck a tried-and-true companion on the job site, but it’s perfect for your daily commute, cross-country road trips, and everywhere else you dare to travel. […]
