Factory-built street trucks once held a special place in American automotive culture, offering drivers the perfect blend of pickup practicality and muscle car performance. During the 1990s, models like the Ford SVT Lightning and Chevrolet 454 SS proved that a truck could deliver thrilling acceleration and sharp street manners without sacrificing everyday usability. Over time, […]
A Guide to Modern Truck Buying: Models to Sidestep and Tools to Use
When shopping for a new pickup truck, it’s essential to remember that this is a significant purchase as prices remain astronomically high and trucks continue to incorporate new technology with each passing year. A shiny pickup may look tempting on display in the showroom, but it is your practical considerations for life after the initial […]
The Boss Who Ignored the Truck: How Micromanagement Led to a $10,000 Mistake
In recent years, I have been pondering over the fact that work environments become unpleasant without anyone paying much attention to it. You begin your job full of drive, perhaps excited and slowly things change. The attitude of your boss shifts, the atmosphere is awkward and you are before you realize, questioning whether he/she is […]
12 Classic American Pickups That Defined Their Eras
Beyond being an efficient means of transport for goods and items between two points, the American pickup truck has been a major force in contributing to several industries, fostering community connections and empowering countless individuals in their tough tasks day in and day out. Whether working on a ranch or a farm, a construction site, […]
Slate’s $25K EV Truck: A Bold Bet on Affordable Minimalism
EV space for years has been heading towards a path where advancements seem to come at the expense of buyers’ wallet. In many of the world, primarily in the US of America, the average price of the new car has gone to an amount that is unaffordable to most. So, against this trend, Slate Auto […]
The Telo MT1: A Mini-Sized EV Truck with a Toyota Tacoma Bed
Face it, North Americans have a thing for full size pickup trucks. You might not believe it, but F-150 has been the number one selling vehicle in North America for over 48 consecutive years! Add the other Big Three contenders like Chevrolet Silverado, GMC Denali, and the RAM 1500 in there, these three behemoths together […]
The Dodge Ram SRT-10: How the 500HP Viper Truck Became Attainable
The Dodge Ram SRT-10 appeared at a time when trucks were still mostly seen as working, utilitarian vehicles rather than aspirational high-performance machines. Trucks existed to haul, tow and to take punishment; to handle like a sports car was simply not a primary design consideration. Dodge unleashed a machine that was completely the opposite of […]
Built for the Long Haul: A Guide to the Most Durable Trucks
Reliability is arguably one of the most significant expectations within the realm of pickup trucks. Regardless of whether the truck is utilized for rugged job sites, prolonged highway cruising, or for navigating unpaved terrain, the longevity it offers will ultimately determine its worth. A reliable truck isn’t merely a question of sheer muscle; it also […]
The Iconic Cars of the Transformers Films: A Complete Guide
The live action Transformers movies were more than just a successful display of CGI giants walking and fighting across the screen; they became a distinct visual language that personified the machines, giving them personalities and reasons for their being. The single strongest point throughout the existence of the franchise was the idea that the machines […]
The V8 Chevy Colorado Is a $10,000 Street Truck Gem
The car world is full of surprises. Very few cars stand out like the V8-powered Chevrolet Colorado. It is not another pickup truck. It is a moment where engineering decisions, corporate timing and leftover resources came together to create something exciting. The Chevrolet Colorado has a V8 engine. At glance it may seem like just […]