Here's (Roughly) How Many Semi-Trucks Are On US Roads Each Day
Semi-trucks are an often dreaded fixture of highway driving experience. It can feel like they're always present on the road, but how many are really out there?
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Why The Ford Maverick Keeps Getting Recalled (And Which Years Are Affected)
The Ford Maverick may be selling like hotcakes, but Ford's compact pickup truck has had a troubled history with recalls since it debuted in 2022.
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Who Makes Volvo Semi-Trucks And Where Are They Made?
Volvo's semi-trucks are popular the world over. But who actually builds these much-loved semi-trucks and where does the assembly take place?
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5 Of The Best Ram Trucks For Towing, Ranked By Max Capacity
If you need to tow heavy loads, you'll need a pickup truck. Ram has a range of very capable pickups, and here are five of the best at towing.
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Why Do Truck Beds Have Ridges? Here's What They're For
Truck beds may seem like the most straightforward part of any pick-up truck's design, but there's actually a lot of thought that went into every detail.
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What Are The US Government's Ghost Trucks And What Do They Look Like?
The US government uses something called Ghost Trucks to transport sensitive items, but what are they carrying and what do the vehicles look like on the road?
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Slate Truck EV First Look: For Every Question It Answered, A Bigger One Emerged
Slate's barebones electric pickup wants to revolutionize the truck world, and save you money along the way. After checking out the prototype, we're impressed.
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Slate's EV Mini Truck Is Cool, But There's A Good Reason Nobody Has Tried It Before
Slate's affordable electric pickup could be a huge deal or a huge disaster. After all, there are good reasons other EV-makers take a different launch approach.
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Slate Defies Convention By Launching Small EV Truck For Less Than $20,000
Slate Truck's first EV is a pickup like no other: Small, affordable, and designed to be DIY-customized into an SUV and more. Here's what you need to know.
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How Long (And Wide) Is A Semi Trailer?
Semi trailers are a common sight on American roads and play a huge part in freight transport. But have you ever realized just how big these trailers are?
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10 Expensive Trucks That Look Cheap
Ford, Tesla, Jeep, and Lincoln have charged a pretty penny for some flimsy-looking trucks. Like Dolly Parton said, it costs a lot of money to look this cheap.
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Chevrolet Silverado & GMC Sierra Fuel Pump Settlement: How To Check If You're Eligible
Owners of these Chevrolet Silverado and GMC Sierra trucks with Duramax 6.6-liter diesel engines are eligible for a big class action settlement.
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Why Most Semi-Trucks Don't Have Synchronized Transmissions
Most semi-trucks in the U.S. still have unsynchronized transmissions, even though they're harder to use. But why is this old-school tech still popular?
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Why Do Semi-Trucks Use DEF, And When Did It Become Mandatory?
DEF stands for diesel exhaust fluid, and it is mandatory for all semi-trucks to use it in the United States. Here's why and what exactly it does.
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What Are The Plastic Strips On Truck Wheels For?
If you have ever seen those plastic strips leading from the wheels of a semi-truck or tractor trailer and wondered what they were for, here's your answer.
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Mack's New Pioneer Truck Has An Aerodynamic Bulldog Hood Ornament
The latest model of the popular Mack Pioneer truck has made changes to its iconic Bulldog, helping to make its big rigs even more aerodynamic.
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Ford Super Duty Recall: How To Tell If Your Truck's Fuel Pump Is Failing
Automotive recalls aren't something that should be ignored, and if you own this model year Ford Super Duty, your truck might be at risk of a failing fuel pump.
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Every Major Truck Bed Toolbox Brand Ranked Worst To Best
Truck bed toolboxes are a great way to keep your gear safe, secure, and out of the weather on the go. We rank major toolbox producing brands worst to best.
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5 Of The Most Fun And Practical Easter Eggs Ever Put In A Ram Truck
Easter eggs are a fun way for automotive manufacturers to market their product. If you've never noticed, here are five ways they've been put in Ram trucks.
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Why Kenworth Is Discontinuing The W900 Semi-Truck After Over 60 Years
Kenworth's W900 semi-truck has been around for decades, but the company has finally decided to discontinue it. Here's why the iconic semi-truck is going away.
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When And Why Mazda Stopped Making Pickup Trucks In The US
Mazda used to sell pickup trucks in the U.S., but that ended a while back. Here's when the company stopped selling pickups in the U.S. and the reasons why.
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Aisin Vs. Allison Transmission: How Do They Compare?
The Aisin and Allison transmission are both reliable and well-known, but how do they compare? Here's what you need to know before making a purchase.
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What Does Cetane Booster Do For Diesel Fuel And How Much Should You Use?
Cetane boosters can help make your diesel engine work more efficiently. How do cetane boosters work, and how much should you add to your fuel tank?
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Is California Banning Diesel Trucks? Here's What You Need To Know
California fights America's worst smog with the country's toughest environmental regulations. But is the Golden State really banning diesel trucks?
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Why Do Some Semi-Trucks Have Multiple License Plates?
They're less common than they used to be, but you can still see some semi-trucks sporting more than one license plate. Why? And why did this practice fall off?
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Diesel Engine Glow Plugs Vs Intake Heaters: What's The Difference?
Diesel engines require on heated and compressed air to run efficiently. Glow plugs and intake heaters help make that happen, but how do they work?
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Which Is Cummins' Largest Truck Engine And Why Can't You Put It In Your Pickup?
If you want to put Cummins' largest diesel engine in your truck, we've got bad news -- it'd take a pretty large truck indeed to hold one of the behemoths.
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