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.
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219 episodes
SHOCKING Comparison of 2026 Tundra Pricing to Tim's 2022!
How has Toyota kept its pricing so consistent over 4 years?Link to the sweepstakes: https://www.tapkat.org/fargo-air-museum/NkXjQ5?promo=PUTT2XLink to the Patreon page: https://www.patreon.com/c/pickuptrucktalkCheck out ...
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Have GM Truck Sales Suffered Due to Tech Like AFM/DFM, Light-Weight Oils?
It has been just over a decade since GM V8 engine technologies like cylinder deactivation and light-weight oils became standard, how have they impacted sales?Link to the sweepstakes: https://www.tapkat.org/fargo-air-museum/NkXjQ5?promo=...
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Is Light-Weight Oil Destroying Engines Or Is This Mistake Doing More Damage?
Our Publisher Tim Esterdahl interviews Bill O’Ryan, Director of API’s Engine Oil Licensing and Certification System to better understand what is going on with light-weight oils and if they are really the thing that is destroying engines. O'Ryan...
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Volkswagen is in Trouble. Could Scout Motors be Sold?
Volkswagen is in a dire financial situation and has leaders claiming they need to throw "ballast" overboard. Could that ballast be Scout Motors with their off-road truck and SUV?Link to Giveaway: https://www.dreamgiveaway.com/tickets/ha...
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2026 Ford F-150 Pricing Shock! King Ranch, Platinum Drops By Thousands
The 2026 Ford F-150 pricing is out and compared to 2025 most of the prices are either slightly lower, modestly higher or they see a big drop in price like King Ranch and Platinum trims. Link to Giveaway: https://www.dreamgiveaway.c...
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Gasoline Particulate Filters Are Coming for New Trucks - What You Need To Know
Starting in 2026, new trucks will have gasoline particulate filters. Here's what you need to know about them, how they work, why they are needed and if President Trump will reverse the rule needing them. Find our Patreon page here: ...
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Will New 2027 GM V8 Engines Have Advanced Emissions Stuff Like GPF, DFM?
The next-gen 2027 GM V8 engines are in development and the big questions surrounding them are about whether or not they will have advanced emissions stuff like gasoline particulate filters or dynamic fuel management. Here's what we say about th...
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GM and Allison Transmissions Part Ways, Sort of - the Frustrating and Confusing News to Cover
GM and Allison Transmissions have sort of parted ways and Publisher Tim Esterdahl was right in the thick of things as usual. Listen in as he explains what the facts are, what facts we don't have and what it was like to try to cover this huge ne...
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Shocking? 2026 Most Reliable Truck Brand was One of the Worst For Years!
With seemingly every other brand having major engine and transmission problems, Ram trucks seems to have avoided all those issues. Does that make them the 2026 most reliable truck brand to buy right now?https://www.patreon.com/c/pickupt...
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Chemist Explains Power Service Products Diesel Injector, DPF Cleaner
A new Power Service Products Diesel Injector and DPF Cleaner is on the market promising amazing MPG, reliability and reductions in NOX gases. Does it work or is it snake oil? Publisher Tim Esterdahl stopped by the lab and talked with a Chemist ...
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New 2028 Ram Full-Size SUV Confirmed - What We Know, Why They Need It
A new 2028 Ram full-size SUV has been confirmed. Publisher Tim Esterdahl goes over what we know on it. Plus, he covers what else happened this week in truck and SUV news.Get your screen protector at: https://screenprotech.com/ use Picku...
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Automakers Slow to Fix Flaws: Lifter Failure, Carbon Build-Up, etc?
Publisher Tim Esterdahl addresses a great viewer question on why it takes automakers slow long to fix known flaws from like lifter failure, carbon build-up and more issues that arise.Use this link for 20% off the Factory Manual: https:/...
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Should All These Recalls/Problems Cause You NOT to Buy a New 2026 Truck?
In this week's truck news recap, a viewer asks our Publisher Tim Esterdahl should these recalls and problems cause him concern about buying a new 2026 truck? He answers those questions and more from the week.Check out our Forum: https:/...
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New Average Vehicle Sold Costs Record $50k, Market Prime for a Collapse?
In this week's truck news recap, Publisher Tim Esterdahl has the latest news on the KBB's average transaction price finding of $50k. Is the market ready for a collapse?Check out our Forum: https://forum.pickuptrucktalk.com/
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'Diesel Brothers' Heavy D Arrested, Released, Claims Victory Over Green Scum - the Whole Story
After being taken into custody last Tuesday, "Diesel Brothers" Heavy D has been released and is claiming victory over his fight against environmental lawyers.Website link: https://pickuptrucktalk.com/2025/10/diesel-brothers-he...
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Are 2025 Toyota Tacoma Transmissions Failing? 4Hi Hot Concerns
In this week's truck news recap, Publisher Tim Esterdahl asks if the 2025 Toyota Tacoma transmissions are failing or simply running too hot in 4Hi. He then presents a variety of other topics.Check out our Forum: https://forum.pickuptruc...
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5 Reasons 2025 Truck Engines Will Fail People Say and the BS Around It
Have you seen the videos discussing the 5 reasons 2025 truck engines will fail according to people online? Publisher Tim Esterdahl breaks down those reasons and discusses on how things have changed over the years.Check out our Forum: ht...
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New GF-7 Oil Coming to Fix Known Engine Flaw? Bet You Don't Know About It
Did you know about the new GF-7 engine oil coming to fix an known engine flaw? Do you even know what the API symbol stands for on a bottom of engine oil? Publisher Tim Esterdahl has all the details on this week's truck news recap.Check ...
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Personal truck towing basics - understanding payload, limits, avoiding fines and lawsuits
Before you attach anything to a hitch, make sure you understand the basics for personal truck towing like payload and towing limits so you can avoid fines and civil lawsuits.You may think those only apply to commercial operators such as ...
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Last Model Year 2026 or All New 2027 Chevy Silverado 1500? What to Expect
Looking to buy a new truck before the year ends? Can't decide between buying a 2026 Chevy Silverado 1500 or the 2027 Chevy Silverado 1500? Here's all the details you need to know. Check out our Forum: https://forum.pickuptrucktalk....
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You Won't Believe These Cheap, New Truck Prices As Ram Battles Chevy and Ford
New trucks are all expensive, right? WRONG! Check out these cheap, new truck prices and how things have really come down in price with incentives and 0% interest deals right now.Check out our Forum: https://forum.pickuptrucktalk.com/
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Talkin' Trucks with All Terrain Nation - Midsize Trucks, Full-size Trucks and More!
Talking trucks with All Terrain Nation.
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Ram Electric Truck DEAD, Renames Extended Range EV REV Name from Ramcharger
Breaking news this morning from the Ram brand. The Ram electric truck is dead and the brand has decided the name will live on with the Ramcharger now becoming the Ram REV. Confused yet?Check out our Forum: https://forum.pickuptrucktalk....
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2026 GMC Sierra 1500 Changes Include Cheaper Version, Higher Prices
The 2026 GMC Sierra 1500 will come with two new exterior colors, a new Elevation select package and higher prices. Publisher Tim Esterdahl covers that and more in this week's truck news recap.Check out our Forum: https://forum.pickuptru...
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