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Chevy's Colorado ZR2 Bison Is Ridiculous (For Better And Worse)

staff@slashgear.com (Alex Hevesy) — Fri, 20 Feb 2026 14:00:00 +0000

The regular Colorado is a pretty normal midsize pickup. This ZR2 Bison is not.

Truck Driver Quickly Discovers That Duct Taped Mirrors & Windows Aren't Up To Code

staff@slashgear.com (Mark Cowley) — Thu, 19 Feb 2026 12:45:00 +0000

Police were stunned to find a truck's shattered parts patched up with duct tape. The consequences that followed are a cautionary tale for every driver.

Five Modern Pickup Trucks That Are Longer Than An M4 Sherman

staff@slashgear.com (Marko Mikulic) — Wed, 18 Feb 2026 00:45:00 +0000

Tanks come in all shapes and sizes, and trucks dimensions seem to grow year after year to meet demand for comfort greater hauling capacity.

This Is The Most Reliable Tundra Engine

staff@slashgear.com (Mike Garrett) — Sat, 14 Feb 2026 09:30:00 +0000

The Toyota Tundra has a well-deserved reputation for depenedability, and one of its engines seems to stand out as being even more reliable than the rest.

Does It Ever Make More Sense To Buy A Pricey Used Truck Over Brand New?

staff@slashgear.com (Mike Garrett) — Sun, 08 Feb 2026 13:15:00 +0000

As new truck prices climb ever higher, it makes sense to start looking for deals in the used market, but a "used" tag doesn't always guarantee huge savings.

What Are Super Single Tires & What Are They For?

staff@slashgear.com (Tom Clark) — Wed, 04 Feb 2026 00:45:00 +0000

automotive terminology changes constantly and can be baffling, but super single tires don't have to be a mystery, even if you'll never use them on your car.

Super Single Tires: What Are The Disadvantages Of Using Them?

staff@slashgear.com (Philip Kambutu) — Mon, 02 Feb 2026 19:15:00 +0000

While many large trucks, like semis or duallies, have two tires on each side of the axle, how is that better than one large tire? Sometimes, it's not.

Ford Godzilla Engine Owners Say This About The Oil Pressure Issue

staff@slashgear.com (Tom Clark) — Mon, 02 Feb 2026 11:15:00 +0000

The Ford Godzilla V8 engine was supposed to be a reliable powerhouse with throwback technology, but a lack of oil pressure at idle has some owners upset.

12 Problems The Third-Gen Toyota Tundra Has Had Since Its Release

staff@slashgear.com (Azzief Khaliq) — Sat, 31 Jan 2026 15:30:00 +0000

The Toyota Tundra might not be the most popular pickup truck in the U.S., but it has a strong fanbase despite the many issues of the third-gen model.

'Increased Risk Of Crash': Toyota Recalls 160K Tundra Trucks

staff@slashgear.com (Mike Garrett) — Tue, 27 Jan 2026 20:12:52 +0000

Toyota is performing another recall on its Tundra line of trucks, affecting 160k vehicles. The reason may sound familiar to Tundra owners, too.

Changing A Semi-Truck Tire Is A Lot Harder Than You'd Think

staff@slashgear.com (Tom Clark) — Tue, 27 Jan 2026 15:15:00 +0000

Everything about semi-trucks is larger, heavier, and potentially more dangerous. Changing a flat tire on a semi also falls into this category.

Every Toyota Tacoma Generation Ranked From Worst To Best

staff@slashgear.com (Erynn Ruiz) — Tue, 27 Jan 2026 14:30:00 +0000

Toyota has been building its Tacoma pickup truck since 1995, but not every generation is created equal. We combed NHTSA data to find out which ones shine.

5 SUVs With Higher Ground Clearance Than A Jeep Wrangler

staff@slashgear.com (D Figg) — Thu, 22 Jan 2026 14:30:00 +0000

The Wrangler was once the gold standard of ground clearance, but other brands have entered the off-road fray with vehicles that stand tall on the trail.

Not Chevy, Not Ford – This Is The Longest-Lasting Pickup Truck, According To iSeeCars

staff@slashgear.com (Azzief Khaliq) — Wed, 21 Jan 2026 15:15:00 +0000

An iSeeCars longevity study challenges assumptions about truck reliability, ranking pickups by their odds of reaching 250,000 miles or more.

This Truck Is The Best Bang For Your Buck In 2026

staff@slashgear.com (Charlie Berrey) — Mon, 19 Jan 2026 14:45:00 +0000

Sure, you can get a fantastic truck with all the bells and whistles, but it's going to cost you. This truck gets you the best value for your money.

12 Of The Most Reliable Pickup Trucks Available Today For Under $25,000

staff@slashgear.com (Jack O'Neill) — Sun, 18 Jan 2026 18:30:00 +0000

Looking for pickup truck utility without the pickup truck price tag? Check out these reliable pickups for under $25,000.

Are Dodge And Ram HEMI Engines The Same As What's In Jeeps?

staff@slashgear.com (Marko Sokolovski) — Sun, 18 Jan 2026 11:15:00 +0000

Dodge, Ram, and Jeep all use Hemi V8 engines, but their applications vary by model and purpose. Here's what you need to know about how these engines compare.

This Is The Only Manual Pickup Truck You Can Buy New In 2026

staff@slashgear.com (Rahul Srinivas) — Fri, 16 Jan 2026 17:45:00 +0000

Manual transmissions are disappearing fast, and the pickup truck segment has been hit especially hard as automakers change their priorities.

How Reliable Is The Ford Maverick? Here's What Consumer Reports Has To Say

staff@slashgear.com (Madeline Cuccio) — Fri, 16 Jan 2026 09:30:00 +0000

The Ford Maverick is one of Ford's most popular trucks, but is it one of the brand's more reliable offerings? Consumer Reports has the answer.

5 Of The Best Hyundai Models For Off-Roading

staff@slashgear.com (Jack O'Neill) — Thu, 15 Jan 2026 00:30:00 +0000

Hyundai is known more for affordable reliability than off-road mayhem, but the Korean automaker includes some nice nods to the mud with its XRT trim.