Diesel engines in light-duty or half-ton pickups are a bit of a contentious issue, with a fair amount of debate on either side of the argument. No matter where you fall on this subject, however, the industry and auto market is making a clear statement: diesel is for heavy-duty only. At least, that’s what most […]
Category: Trucks
Ready, Set, Tow! How the New Features on the 2024 Silverado HD Improve Trailering
One of the main reasons to upgrade from a light-duty truck to a heavy-duty truck is to get more towing capacity. If you’ve got a huge boat or a heavy trailer, then upgrading to HD is pretty much a must. The people at Chevrolet seem to be well aware of their audience since the upgrades […]
Relive Your Childhood With the Ford F-150 Tonka Edition
When you were a kid, did you play with toy cars? Did you ever watch a diecast car go flying through the air, race a remote-controlled car through the yard, or tote buckets of sand into the house in your iconic yellow dump truck? If you said yes to any of those, then you are […]
A Heavy-Hitting Combination: The 2024 Silverado 3500 HD and the Legendary Allison Transmission
The 2024 Chevy Silverado 3500 HD ushers in some big news from one of America’s favorite truck makers. This Silverado is more capable and innovative than ever, with advanced trailering features that engineer confidence and an expansive 13.4-inch infotainment system that puts all the connectivity and navigational tools within reach. While this news is exciting, […]
Our Favorite Jeep Gladiator Aftermarket Accessories
In the 80 years since its founding, Jeep has developed a reputation as a rebel in the automotive industry. From their boxy, utilitarian designs to their off-road chops, go-anywhere attitude, and unique features like removable roofs and side panels, Jeep has become almost as much of a lifestyle brand as a purveyor of fine 4×4 […]
Why Chevy’s 2024 Silverado HD Lineup Is What You’re Looking For in a Heavy-Duty Truck
What does Chevy mean to you? An open road, freedom, American-made, and iconic truck are just a few of the ways people think about Chevy. If you are considering a Chevy Silverado for sale as your next truck, you’ll be pleased to know that it comes packed with an abundance of great features, as well […]
Chevrolet, SVE, and Yenko: The Performance Trifecta
The automotive industry was sent into a tailspin in 2021 when Ram introduced the 702-horsepower Ram 1500 TRX. Immediately earning appreciation and expected Jurassic-like comparisons, the Ram 1500 TRX gained its place in the spotlight as the fastest mass-produced truck in the world. However, while the title is well deserved, few people realize that the […]
Surprising Value in a Pre-Owned Chevrolet
Chevy has a long history of high-quality American-made vehicles. From the Malibu to the Suburban, their vehicles cover a broad spectrum of uses and customers. They last a long time, as well, which makes them a great deal when buying from a used Chevy dealer. Their trucks are legendary, their SUVs are ubiquitous, and their […]
The 2023 F-350 Outdoes Itself With Towing and Job-Site Tech
2023 marks a banner year for Ford’s Super Duty lineup, which receives its first major update since 2017. New for 2023, the Super Duty’s fifth generation includes some of the most hard-working, capable vehicles on the market, from Class 2 and 3 pickups to chassis cab models that edge into Class 4 and 5 territories. […]
The Battle of the Trucks, 2023: Ford F-150 vs GMC Sierra 1500
What is it about the truck that makes us feel like we need to flex our proverbial muscles and bare our metaphorical teeth in a display of dominance? Are trucks simply a virile display or is it deeper than that? Perhaps it is because trucks are a tool that allows us to push our boundaries […]
2023 GMC Canyon AT4X: the New King of the Hill
I’ve been waiting for this! The second generation of the GMC Canyon had a good run—even at eight years old, the Canyon and its more modest twin, the Chevy Colorado, ranked at or near best-in-class in so many categories that it was arguably the best mid-size truck on the market. But with a dated […]
Five of the Most Exciting Upgrades to the Silverado 3500 HD
Sometimes a new model year has a few minor changes and everyone tries to pretend they’re really exciting, but it’s not that impressive. Although the 2024 Chevy Silverado 3500 HD might not be the start of a new generation, Chevy has given this impressive truck a serious update for the new model year. This truck […]
What Is GMC Ultium?
One of the problems with electric vehicles is that a lot of battery technology was not designed for use in cars. With careful engineering and development of new technology, GM believes they have created the next major leap forward in EV technology: the Ultium system. Soon these vehicles will be at a GMC dealer in […]
Silverado Special Editions That Celebrate Work, Play, and Military Service
The used pickup market is full of diamonds in the rough––rugged, capable models that are built to perform and still have plenty of life left under the hood. These pickups are built to last and, on average, boast almost twice the service life as cars, crossover SUVs, and other lighter-duty vehicles. A quick search of […]
Towing Terms 101, With the 2024 Chevy Silverado 2500 HD
If you’re looking for top-tier towing performance, it’s hard to do better than a heavy-duty pickup like the 2024 Chevy Silverado 2500 HD. New and improved for 2024, this heavy-duty version of Chevy’s full-size pickup is a true towing beast. The automaker has upgraded almost every aspect of the Silverado 2500 HD, overhauling the engine, […]
Heritage, Rattler Trims Continue Long History of F-150 Innovation
The Ford F-150 is a true automotive success story. Since its debut in 1948, Ford’s marquee pickup has risen through the ranks to become not only America’s best-selling truck but the best-selling vehicle of any kind. With strong sales and an even stronger reputation, Ford has been able to take some risks with the F-150 […]
The Always Admirable Chevy Colorado
The Chevy Colorado has been around since 2004. Whether we choose to accept it or not, that was almost 20 years ago. As a result, most of the drivers who are interested in a Chevy Colorado for sale are familiar with the truck. The Colorado is considered a midsize pickup truck––not as large as its […]
A Glance Into the Future: The 2024 Chevy Silverado
Fans of science fiction love the idea of a glimpse into the future. From Tenet to Doctor Who, science fiction staples provide brief looks at what the future may hold, teasing the audience with possibilities. While I can’t show you 2050 (maybe we’ll have the flying cars by then, but probably not), I can show […]
Supercharged & Turbocharged — What’s the Difference?
There’s never a question of whether we need more power in our trucks because the answer is obvious: always, and undoubtedly, “yes.” Ram gets this, proving as much with models like the Ram TRX, a truck that’s transformed dealership lots across the country as one of the most coveted Ram trucks for sale. As the […]
Toyota Tacoma: Making Its Case as a Workhorse
There are plenty of people who will argue that a “real” work truck needs to be a full-size model. Plenty of others get pretty heated about the merits of domestic brands like Ford and Chevy. I get all of that, but I think it pays to expand one’s thoughts about what makes a real workhorse […]