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  • An Optimus Prime statue in England to celebrate the release of Transformers: Rise of the Beasts
    4

    What Kind Of Semi Truck Was Optimus Prime?

    One of the most iconic characters in "Transformers" media, Optimus Prime, commonly features as a flat-nose semi truck. Here's what that truck is.

    By Alvin Reyes 2 months ago Read More
  • A Cummins turbo-diesel engine under the hood of a vintage Dodge Ram pickup truck.
    4

    This Diesel Engine's Been Around For 40+ Years (And Reliability Is The Key)

    While 40-year-old engines might not be expected to be the most reliable today, a certain diesel engine has found itself with an incredible reputation.

    By Ron King 2 months ago Read More
  • A white semi truck towing a trailer.
    15

    What's The Biggest Load A Semi Truck Can Tow?

    Semi trucks are capable of towing massive loads, but there's a reason why you won't see them exceeding a certain number of pounds with their cargo.

    By Chad Kirchner 2 months ago Read More
  • An orange 2021 Ram 1500 TRX shines its headlights through a dusty fog.
    26

    These Are The 9 Quickest Pickup Trucks Ever Built

    These days, there are several pickup trucks that rival the world's most popular sports cars from 0 to 60. Here are the 9 fastest pickups out there.

    By Max Larsen 2 months ago Read More
  • 2026 Ram 1500 Bighorn Hemi eTorque smoking its wheels on the road
    16

    What eTorque Means On Ram Trucks

    Ram has put eTorque V8 engines in its 1500 trucks, but what exactly does the new hybrid system do? And how can it keep your fuel bills to a minimum?

    By Alvin Reyes 2 months ago Read More
  • A semi truck hauling goods on a highway
    11

    Why Semi Trucks Last So Much Longer Than Cars

    Cars can last for around 200,000 miles, and many can reach above 300,000. But semi trucks can consistently cross over 1,000,000 miles without breaking down.

    By Shane Schmid 2 months ago Read More
  • Front view of Chevrolet Silverado and Ram 1500 driving on street
    8

    How Did Chevy's 3.0L Diesel Compare To Ram's 3.0L Diesel?

    Chevrolet and Ram each developed a 3.0-liter diesel. While similar in many ways, the engines differ significantly in terms of both design and performance

    By Charles Krome 2 months ago Read More
  • A dark red, modern Ram pickup truck parked diagonally on a rural road.
    20

    The Evolution Of The Ram Pickup (And How It Saved Dodge)

    How did Ram trucks become the iconic pickups that we know them as today? Let's trace the evolution of the model and the impact it had on the brands behind it.

    By Steven Mike Voser 2 months ago Read More
  • Chevrolet vehicles parked in a formation on a reflective paved surface with mountains in the background
    12

    Which Chevy Vehicles Are Made In Canada?

    Chevrolet is a popular automaker in the United States, but the brand has manufactured plenty of models in Canada. Some are still made there today.

    By Monday Goma 2 months ago Read More
  • A 2018 Ford F-150 Parked on a Dealer Lot
    3

    8 Of The Largest Pickup Truck Recalls In US History

    Recalls cover small and large items alike, but when it comes to recalling successful pickup trucks, the numbers can reach into the millions.

    By Andrew Ekuwem 2 months ago Read More
  • A Mack Pioneer and a Peterbilt 579 side-by-side in black
    13

    What're The Differences Between Mack And Peterbilt Semi Trucks?

    Mack and Peterbilt are both well-known names in trucking, and both have sizable chunks of the U.S. market. So how do these brands' big rigs differ?

    By Shane Schmid 2 months ago Read More
  • A white 2018 Ford F-150 Raptor parked with skyscrapers in the background.
    12

    Why Did The Ford Raptor V8 Go Away In 2017?

    Originally, Ford's F-150 Raptor was a capable off-road machine with a V8 engine. But in 2017, Ford decided to turn to a different power plant. Here's why.

    By Nishant Jayaram 2 months ago Read More
  • A photo of the front wheel of a brown Ford Super Duty Carhartt truck stopped on a manhole cover with a Ford and Carhartt logo on top of it
    51

    Screw Eddie Bauer, Ford Is Planning A Super Duty Carhartt Edition

    Ford says the inspiration for many of the details on the truck came after Ford designers visited the Carhartt store to research textures and colors.

    By Logan K. Carter 2 months ago Read More
  • A blue Honda Acty kei truck extremely out of place on U.S. 301 and Georgia State Route 23
    16

    Here's Why Road Tripping A Kei Truck Is A Great Terrible Idea

    This video is the classic formula of traveling a long distance to buy a questionable vehicle, then immediately driving it home.

    By Justin Hughes 3 months ago Read More
  • Front views of Scania, MAN, International, and VW Truck & Bus semis
    2

    The Semi Truck Brands Owned By Traton (And How It Acquired Them)

    Traton owns four different brands that focus around the manufacturing of semi trucks. What are those brands, and how did Traton manage to acquire them?

    By Charles Krome 3 months ago Read More
  • The front of a Ford F-Series Super Duty Pickup
    2

    6.4 Vs. 6.7 Power Stroke: How Do The Diesel Engines Compare?

    Power Stroke Diesel engines provided thrust for Ford Super Duty rigs for decades, but there are some key differences between each of the Power Stroke engines.

    By Ron King 3 months ago Read More
  • An illustration of the UnderTray system from SmartTruck
    3

    Ever Notice That Scoop Under Semi-Trucks? Here's What It's For

    The scoop under some semi-trucks has nothing to do with ice cream. It's a way of improving the trucks' fuel efficiency. Here's how it works.

    By Shane Schmid 3 months ago Read More
  • 2026 GMC Sierra Denali Ultimate 1500 Crew Cab driving along the coast.
    38

    GM Owners Want Thicker Oil In The Next-Gen V8: Here's Why

    Although General Motors has been using thinner oil in its engines for some time now, recent developments have led to its drivers wanting thicker oil.

    By Rohaan Sakrani 3 months ago Read More
  • front 3/4 view of a blue 2027 Ram Power Wagon Cummins
    26

    2027 Ram Power Wagon Is A Diesel-Powered Off-Roader With Over 1,000 Pound-Feet Of Torque

    Tim Kuniskis, the madman at the helm of Ram, says the upcoming 2027 Power Wagon is getting a turbocharged 6.7-liter Cummins diesel motor.

    By Andy Kalmowitz 3 months ago Read More
  • Light blue 1963 Jeep Gladiator J-200 Thriftside pickup truck right front three quarter view parked in front of trees
    5

    A Historic Timeline Of Every Jeep Truck Ever Made

    A truck isn't necessarily what comes to mind when people hear "Jeep," but the brand has had an historic lineup of them.

    By Michael Sullivan 3 months ago Read More
  • Front 3/4 view of a red and black 2027 Ram 1500 SRT TRX
    25

    Ram Brings Back The 1500 TRX For 2027, Now With 777 HP From Its Supercharged V8 — And The SRT Brand Is Back, Too

    Ram is bringing back the high-performance TRX model for 2027, complete with its supercharged 6.2-liter Hellcat V8 engine.

    By Daniel Golson 3 months ago Read More
  • The RamBox on a blue Ram pickup truck.
    7

    These 9 Trucks Have Super Cool Bed Features

    The humble truck bed may seem like a simple concept, but manufacturers have been doing their best to improve it with these cool features.

    By Max Larsen 3 months ago Read More
  • Two of Ford's Super Duty pickups from 2023 parked side-by-side.
    13

    What's The Difference Between Ford's 6.8 And 7.3 Godzilla V8 Engines?

    Ford's "Godzilla" V8 engines are some of the strongest gas-powered blocks in its lineup. How do the 6.8 and 7.3 versions compare to each other?

    By Ron King 3 months ago Read More
  • The 2025 Chevrolet Colorado LT (left), Trail Boss (center), and ZR2 (right) parked in front of a mountain vista.
    3

    Which Chevy Vehicles Are Made In The US?

    Chevrolet has a wide lineup of vehicles that are being produced in the United States, even after facing plenty of location changes throughout their history.

    By Charles Krome 3 months ago Read More
  • A 2024 Heavy Duty Ram equipped with a turbo diesel engine driving on a road.
    2

    68RFE Vs. Aisin AS69RC Transmissions: How Do They Compare?

    Heavy-duty Ram trucks used the Mopar 68RFE and Aisin AS69RC transmissions in their lineup. Here's which one is better, as well as which trucks use them.

    By Ron King 3 months ago Read More
  • Worksport Solis solar tonneau bed cover on a Ford F-150
    15

    This Solar Tonneau Cover Is A Neat Idea, But How Useful Is It?

    Don't go thinking that you can slap one on the back and never plug in your Rivian again. It's a great idea, but it does have some limitations.

    By Justin Hughes 3 months ago Read More
  • A driver using Ford BlueCruise for handsfree driving
    1

    Which Ford Vehicles Have BlueCruise?

    Ford's BlueCruise is one of the best hands-free driving features you can find in cars today. But not every Ford model comes with BlueCruise available.

    By Chloe Clougher 3 months ago Read More
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