
Pickup Truck +SUV Talk
We cover the U.S. pickup truck and SUV market bringing you fun reviews, interesting tidbits and real consumer concerns about these vehicles.
Episodes
182 episodes
GM 6.2L V-8 Recall Nonsense Explained, Don't Fall for Wrong Information
In this week's truck news recap, Publisher Tim Esterdahl goes over the latest confusion over the GM 6.2L V-8 recall and explains the nonsense that's occurring online. Don't fall victim to the wrong information. Check out our Forum:...
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EPA to Blame? Thinner 0W8, 0W12 Oils Replacing 0W20 to Improve Reliability
Can you believe this? There's a new, lighter-weight oil on the market replacing the 0W20 on the market and it is going to improve engine reliability. Check out our Forum: https://forum.pickuptrucktalk.com/
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Electrified 2026 Toyota RAV4 Causes Petition to Reverse the Mistake!
The 2026 Toyota RAV4 is now electrified and this has caused the creation of a misguided petition to reverse this decision. In this video, Publisher Tim Esterdahl covers that news and more.Check out our Forum: https://forum.pickuptruckta...
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Massive 443k Toyota Tundra Recall, Ramcharger Delayed, Keep Alarm System Surprise
This week's truck news recap includes a massive 443k Toyota Tundra recall, the Ramcharger and Ram REV delayed and a few surprise hits on the YouTube channel.Check out our Forum: https://forum.pickuptrucktalk.com/
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Ford Kentucky Plant Tour Reveals Ford Quality Improving, Work To Be Done
We recently had a chance to tour the Ford Kentucky Plant and learned a lot about how they are building the 2025 Ford Expedition. Also, we learned a lot about how Ford quality is improving although they still have some issues.
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Consumer Reports Least Reliable 2025 Full-Size Trucks, Recalls, Engines Failed
In this week's truck news recap, Publisher Tim Esterdahl is talking about a list he pulled together. This Consumer Reports least reliable 2025 full-size trucks list could surprise you. He also wraps up what else happened this week.Check...
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Million Mile Toyota Tundra x2? What Questions Should I Ask Him Before Interview?
My friend Vic Shepherd has done it again! The only guy I know who has driven a million miles twice with the same brand and type of truck. Just crazy.Check out our Forum: https://forum.pickuptrucktalk.com/
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Surprising Reason Military Diesel Engines Have No Emissions and Some Do
In this week's truck news recap, Publisher Tim Esterdahl explains the reason behind why the Military diesel engines have no emissions and why some do. He also covers other topics as well as gives more insight into the China export ban.C...
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Convicted Diesel Delete Tuners Signed Cali Sale Decrees? What?! Million Mile Tundra
In this week's truck news recap, we got TONS of news for you including some great work from our friend Caleb Jacobs who killed it over at the Drive. He covered news from convicted diesel delete tuners, a lost 4.5L GM diesel and then Publisher T...
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Automakers Response to Tariffs - Ford Pricing Trick? GM Production Boom?
In this week's truck news recap, Publisher Tim Esterdahl breaks down the latest news from the Trump Tariffs and shares what really happened with the automakers response to them. Check out our Forum: https://forum.pickuptrucktalk.co...
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Automakers Warned Against Raising Prices After Tariffs Take Effect, Insurance Rates Could Climb Too
In this week's truck news recap, Publisher Tim Esterdahl is discussing the latest news of automakers being warned against raising prices after tariffs take effect. He also discusses other prices increases that could be coming for insurance rate...
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Top Trucks and SUVs that Hold Their Value the Best
In this Livestream, we are talking about a recent iSeeCars.com study on the top trucks and SUVs for resale value.Make sure to check out Consumer Guide Automotive at: https://consumerguide.com/
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Diesel Engine Emissions Equipment Reliability Much Better? Longer Warranty
In this week's truck news recap, Publisher Tim Esterdahl is talking about diesel engine emissions equipment reliability and if it has improved. He also talks about other topics that happened during the week.Ford Diesel Engineer Intervie...
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EPA Controversy Over Diesel Delete Trucks Explained, Top IIHS Safe Trucks, Batteries
This week's truck news recap goes over the recent EPA controversy over diesel delete trucks. Also, Publisher Tim Esterdahl discusses the IIHS top safety pick plus awards for trucks and what you need to know about batteries.Here is the l...
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What New Trucks/SUVs Are You Excited For?
In this Livestream, Tim and Jill are discussing what new trucks and SUVs are coming out including a Ram midsize truck as well as the Ram V8 rumor news.
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2026 Ram TRX Confirmed? Ram Trucks In Europe, Off Road LA Video Series
In this week's truck news recap, Publisher Tim Esterdahl is talking about a viral image making its way around the internet. He also gets on his soap box and makes the record straight on Ram trucks in Europe. Also, he discusses a Pennzoil off-ro...
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Most Reliable Truck Engine? Ford F-150 Priced Too High?
In this week's truck news recap, Publisher Tim Esterdahl is discussing a recent study by iSeeCars.com, the Ford CEO Jim Farley discussing the F-150 pricing and more items that were covered this week.Check out our Forum: https://forum.pi...
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Tariff Threats Delay New F-150, Ford Recall "Waste of Time," Battery Concerns
In this week's truck news recap, Publisher Tim Esterdahl is talking about the tariffs and how they have delayed the new Ford F-150. Also, there's a new lawsuit on the Ford Bronco Sport and Ford Maverick over a battery concern. Then, he finishes...
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Are V8s outdated? Turbos aren't durable? Go EV instead?
In this livestream, Publisher Tim Esterdahl and Managing Editor Jill Cimillo are discussing these topics.
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59:04

Most Reliable Truck, Ford Electric Super Duty, Right to Repair Law Update
In this week's truck news recap, Publisher Tim Esterdahl is talking about the most reliable truck, Ford EREV and the Right to Repair lawsuit update amongst other things.Check out our Forum: https://forum.pickuptrucktalk.com/
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Talking 2025 Ram 1500 RHO with CTech Review
Is the 2025 Ram 1500 RHO the most fun truck on the market or should we have bought a TRX instead?
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State of 2025 Truck Market With the Car Guy Online
In this Livestream, we are discussing topics related to the 2025 truck market and whether you should buy a new truck or SUV or wait.
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Toyota Quality Drops? Ford CEO Says Duh on HD EV Towing - Truck News Recap
In this week's truck news recap, Publisher Tim Esterdahl is discussing the current negative attitude towards Toyota quality and the Ford CEO declaring that yeah no Ford SuperDuty HD EV is coming. Check out our Forum: https://forum....
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Trump's Tariffs on New Truck Pricing, Parts and Impact on All Vehicles
The Trump Tariffs are now in place affecting trade between Mexico, Canada, China and the U.S. This will have an impact on your new truck purchase and parts you purchase at dealers and resellers.
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GM Truck Pricing Could Skyrocket? Tundra Diesel? How I Started
In this week's truck news recap, Publisher Tim Esterdahl is talking about the speculation about tariff prices and their affect on GM, why the Tundra diesel isn't an option as well as how he got his start.Check out our Forum: https://for...
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