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VIN Decoder
It's easy to determine the model year of all vehicles sold in the US since 1980 by inspecting their serial numbers. Our VIN decoder can help.
Pickup Truck Load Capacity
How much load capacity can your pickup truck handle? Learn how much of a load you can expect to haul in your pickup truck.
2013 Ram 1500 Pickup Truck
At first glance, 2013 Ram 1500 trucks may look like their 2012 counterparts, but massive updates are lurking under the sheetmetal. Come along for a first drive in the 2013 Ram.
Should You Modify to Save Gas?
With the price fuel trending upwards, truck owners are looking for as many ways as possible to get better fuel mileage. Is modifying your truck's set up the answer?
Ford F-Series Trucks
Here's a rundown of Ford F-Series trucks history, beginning with the F-Series introduction in 1948. Plenty of facts and photos to help you learn more about F-Series trucks, and to use as a guide to help you restore an old Ford truck.
Auto Air Conditioning
Keep your pickup truck's A/C system in top shape. Our advice will help troubleshoot the A/C system and show you how to recognize problems when they occur.
Improve Gas Mileage
You can improve your truck's gas mileage by changing a few old habits and staying aware of gas consumption basics. Use these tips to improve your gas mileage and keep the air you breathe cleaner.
Pictures of Classic Ford Pickup Trucks
Browse pictures of classic Ford trucks, starting with a 1918 Ford pickup and moving forwards to Ford's popular F-Series pickups.
Ford Trucks History
Take a look back at important dates in the history of Ford pickup trucks, beginning with Henry Ford's first truck, built in 1900.
How To Choose a Pickup Truck
Not sure which pickup truck to buy? Buying the best truck becomes easier when you take a step by step look at your wants and needs. We can help.
F-Series Trucks: 1973-1979
Ford made many changes to F-Series pickup trucks manufactured from 1973 through 1979. We've listed the most important highlights to help you identify one model year truck from another.
Dodge Ram SRT-10
Anyone looking for a powerful used truck should consider the 2004 Viper-powered Dodge Ram SRT-10.
Pickup Truck Cab Styles
Photos and descriptions to explain the pickup truck term 'extended cab,' a body style configuration that's known by other names, depending on the automaker.
Torque and Horsepower
Every truck and car review you read tells you a vehicle's horspower and torque ratings--but they don't usually explain what the terms mean. Do you know how horsepower and torque relate to your real life driving?
Why Buy an SUV?
Not sure if you should buy an SUV? Here are five of the most common reasons people give for buying a sport utility vehicle.
Jeep Gladiator Concept Truck
Jeep's Gladiator pickup truck was first introduced in 2005, and remains a favorite concept that Jeep truck fans hope will eventually make it to the production line.
How to Buy a Used Truck
Buyers sometimes forget these must-do system checks when they shop for a used pickup truck -- don't let that happen to you.
F-Series Trucks 1961-1966
We'll help you identify features found on classic Ford trucks built from 1961 to 1966.
2004 Ford Explorer Overview
Read 2004 specifications for the popular Ford Exporer sport utility vehicle.
Ford Cruise Control Recall
Ford announced a massive safety recall on 1994-2002 vehicles to correct a cruise switch glitch that can lead to a fire. Has your vehicle been repaired?
'04 HUMMER Fuel Usage
Compare fuel use estimates and average cruising ranges for 2004 HUMMERs.
Operate Your 4WD System
A quick how-to that helps you learn when and how to use your truck's four wheel drive system.
F-Series Trucks: 1980-1986
Ford F-Series trucks built between 1980 and 1986 were the result of significant aerodynamic testing. Here's a rundown of changes that occurred throughout those F-Series model years.
Leasing a Car or Truck
Obtaining and operating a truck is a permanent expense for many, but not everyone purchases a vehicle. Let's compare buying vs. leasing a truck.
Gross Vehicle Weight Rating
An explanation of Gross Vehicle Weight Rating, usually called GVWR, and how it affects the cargo hauling capabilities of pickup trucks and other vehicles.
2010 Silverado Updates
A look at features and options you'll see on 2010 Chevrolet Silverado pickup trucks.
K&N Air Intake
K&N's Fuel Injection Performance Kit is a cold air intake system designed to increase your truck's horsepower and performance. Our review explains.
Ford F-Series First Generation
Highlights of the first pickup trucks in Ford's brand new F-Series.
Top Crew Cab Pickup Trucks
Crew cab pickup trucks offer a true truck bed for hauling cargo and full second row seating for your passengers.
F-Series Trucks: 1987-1996
Features and options for Ford F-Series pickup trucks built between 1987 and 1996, including changes made during each year of the generation.
F-Series Trucks: 1967-1972
A look back at the features and updates Ford offered in its 1967-1972 F-Series pickup trucks.
Pickup Truck Batteries
Tips to help you choose the best battery for a pickup truck.
1953 - 1956 F-100 Pickup Trucks
Take a look at a group of 1953 - 1956 Ford F-100 pickup trucks on display at a recent Ford F-100 Supernationals show in Knoxville, Tennessee.
Compare 2013 Pickup Trucks
Use our resources to compare important specifications for 2013 compact and full size pickup trucks available in the United States.
Learn How to Tow
Are you ready to start towing a trailer behind your truck or car? Our towing advice preps you for towing, and explains how to tow safely.
Buying a Pickup Truck Bedliner
Pickup truck bedliners. Details to help you decide if a drop-in or sprayed-on bedliner is the best choice for your pickup truck.
2012 Toyota Tacoma Trucks
Get the facts you need before shopping for a 2012 Toyota Tacoma pickup truck. Features and options, pictures and more about 2012 Toyota Tacoma trucks.
Ford F-1 Pickup Truck Photo Gallery
Pictures of Ford F-1 pickup trucks taken at the F-100 Supernationals in Knoxville, Tennessee.
Truck Gas Mileage Estimates
Compare gas mileage estimates for pickup trucks, 2008 through the current model year.
2005 SUVs w/Best Gas Mileage
Some sport utility vehicles are gas hogs, but if you choose carefully, you can find a compact or mid-size SUV that gets decent gas mileage. Let's take a look at 2005 SUVs with the best fuel economy ratings.
Wheel Balance vs. Alignment
Understanding how wheel balance and alignment problems differ helps you detect symptoms that will help a technician make a proper diagnosis.
2014 Raptor Special Edition
Ford's F-150 Raptor pickup trucks will be available with a special edition trim package in 2014. Get on the waiting list if the truck is what you've been waiting for.
Retrax Truck Bed Cover Review
Our review covers the installation of a Retrax bed cover on a Ford F-150 pickup truck. Find out how easy it was to install, and how the cover has performed over time.
Trailer Hitch Classes
Five types of rear mount trailer hitch classes are available, each one sorted by the amount of weight it can safely pull. Get the facts.
F-Series Trucks: 1953-1956
Ford revamped its F-Series pickup trucks in 1953 to coincide with the company's 50th Anniversary. Take a look back at the features early 1950s owners found when they drove a new Ford truck.
2005 Jeep Liberty Specifications
2005 Jeep Liberty Specifications All dimensions are in inches (millimeters) unless otherwise noted. The
Toyota Tundra Diesel Dually Project Truck
Take a close look at the Toyota Tundra Diesel Dually Project Truck introduced at the 2007 SEMA Show in Las Vegas, Nevada.
2004 Kia Sorento Specs
Get the specs for Kia's popular 2004 Sorento sport utility vehicle.
Truck Suspension Systems
Take a quick look at the types of suspension systems you'll see in pickup trucks, along with the pros and cons for each type.
Ford Super Chief Concept Truck
Pictures of the Ford Super Chief pickup truck, a concept truck introduced by Ford at the 2006 North American International Auto Show in Detroit, Michigan.
1965 Ford F-100 Pickup Truck
A look at classic Ford trucks, starting with a 1918 Ford pickup.
2006 Dodge Ram Turbo Diesel
Come along for a test drive in the 2006 Dodge Ram 3500 Turbo Diesel pickup truck, a 3500 Quad Cab 4X4 that's powered by a 5.9-liter Cummins Turbo Diesel engine.
2013 Ford F-150 Pickup Trucks
Get the facts about new features and options on Ford's 2013 F-150 pickup trucks. A newly designed front end and an extra dose of tech features make the F-150 a must-see pickup truck.
Best Truck Tie Downs
You'll find many options when you shop for truck cargo tie downs, and each type of tie down comes with a unique set of strengths. We'll help you choose.
Pros & Cons Truck Bed Covers
Should you cover the bed of your pickup truck? It all depends on how you use the truck, and we can help you decide.
2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee
Jeep's 2005 Grand Cherokee has a new look and new features that Jeep fans will no doubt appreciate. Here's a look at some of the choices you'll have for the 2005 model year.
Bedrug Bedliner Review
Here's a look at the Bedrug truck bedliner that I installed in my Ford F-150 truck, a departure from the rigid bedliners I've had in the past.
F-Series Trucks 1957 - 1960
A look at Ford F-Series third generation pickup trucks, including changes and model year highlights to help you identify old Ford trucks built from 1957 to 1960.
Truck Brake Line Corrosion
The NHTSA is looking at brake failure trends in about six million General Motors trucks and SUVs. Has your vehicle experienced corrosion issues?
1959 Ford F-250 Pickup Truck
A look at classic Ford trucks, starting with a 1918 Ford pickup.
Avoid Flood Damaged Vehicles
Flood damaged cars, trucks and SUVs should be sent to a salvage yard, but some end up for sale again. Use our tips to help avoid buying a flood damaged vehicle.
What Is Traction Control?
An explanation of the term traction control, along with facts that explain how it can help out in tricky driving situations.
F-150 Limited Pickup Truck
Ford is adding the F-150 Limited to its 2013 pickup truck lineup, adding to its already-rich lineup of luxury trucks.
Box Trucks and Cargo Vans
The 2002 hunt for the D.C. sniper resulted in confusion about the differences between a box truck and a cargo van. Learn how the vehicles differ.
Pictures of Vintage Jeeps
Pictures of vintage Jeeps, starting with the original 1940 Willys Quad Pilot.
2013 Ram 1500 Pickup Trucks
Look for many changes to 2013 Ram pickup trucks, with the majority geared towards drastic improvements to the truck's fuel economy ratings.
Trailer Hitch Parts
A look at the parts included in a receiver type trailer hitch.
2014 Chevrolet Silverado
Let's talk about some of the features and options you'll see when you shop for a 2014 Chevrolet Silverado pickup truck.
Pickup Trucks Around the World
A look at pickup trucks sold throughout the globe.
Civilian Jeep History
A photo essay of Jeep history, starting with the civilian Jeeps built in 1945. Get the facts about some of the civilian Jeeps built during the last half century.
2012 Nissan Frontier Review
A Nissan Frontier may be just the truck you're looking for if you need cargo-carrying ability, comfort for passengers and a no-nonsense attitude. Our Nissan Frontier review explains.
About Four Wheel Steering
Learn how four wheel steering, sometimes called FWS, helps you maneuver your pickup truck.
Trucks with Best Resale Value
Kelley Blue book released its projections for 2012 pickup trucks expected to have the best resale value after three and five years.
2011 Nissan Frontier Review
Take close look at the 2011 Nissan Frontier pickup truck. Ride along as our reviewer spends a week in the Frontier truck.
Classic Jeep Trucks
Jeep enthusiasts will like these pictures of vintage Jeep trucks, beginning in the mid 1940's.
Jeep's New Diesel SUV
America's best selling mid-size SUV gets a modern common rail diesel option for 2005. Our Jeep Liberty test drive and review has the details.
2012 Ford Harley-Davidson F-150
Ford introduced its 2012 Harley-Davidson F-150 pickup truck at the August motorcycle rally in Sturgis, South Dakota. Here's a quick rundown of the truck's features, and a few interior and exterior photos.
Truck Body Styles
Are you confused by some of the terms used to describes different pickup truck body styles, like King cab, Crew Cab, Extended Cab and more? Automakers use different terms to describe similar truck body styles. You'll hear these terms when you shop for a truck.
Tundra Diesel Dually - Rear/Side View
Take a close look at the Toyota Tundra Diesel Dually Project Truck introduced at the 2007 SEMA Show in Las Vegas, Nevada.
Inspect Tires For Wear
Monitoring tire safety involves more than checking air pressure. Make routine tire inspections to identify problems with the tires and other important systems.
1950 Ford F-1 Pickup Truck
Pictures of Ford F-1 pickup trucks taken at the F-100 Supernationals in Knoxville, Tennessee.
2013 Ford F-150 Limited Pickup Truck
Ford's 2013 F-150 Limited is a new luxury truck.
Pickup Truck Box Styles
Ever wonder what pickup truck box style terms mean? What's the difference between a flairside and a stepside? And what about a styleside? We'll explain.
Variable Valve Timing
An definition of Variable Valve Timing with Intelligence (VVT-i), including its primary benefits.
2004 Honda CR-V Review
Our review offers the pros and cons of driving a 2004 Honda CR-V.
2012 Nissan Titan Review
Come along for a test drive in Nissan's big truck. Our Nissan Titan review will help you decide if it's the best pickup for your needs.
2010 Tacoma Double Cab Truck
We put the 2010 Toyota Tacoma through a 1,000 mile stint that included hauling dirtbikes across the desert. Read our review to find out how it performed.
1978 Ford F-150 Truck
1978 Ford F-150 pickup trucks and pictures of other restored Ford F-Series trucks. Restorations are mostly stock, other than a couple of pickups with contemporary wheels.
Pictures of Vintage GMC Pickup Trucks
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Classic Chevy Trucks
A look back at a group of classic Chevy trucks built between 1918 and 1960. Each new design represented a pickup truck design milestone for Chevrolet.
Chevy Colorado XTREME Concept
A look at Chevy's Colorado XTREME pickup truck, showcased at the 2003 SEMA show in Las Vegas.
2007 Ram 1500 Highlights
A look at features and options you'll see on 2007 Ram 1500 trucks.
2008 King Ranch Test Drive
Our 2008 F-150 King Ranch pickup truck review will help you decide if Ford's luxury truck suits your driving style.
2012 Chevy Silverado Pickup Trucks
Meet the variety of pickup trucks you'll find in Chevy's 2012 Silverado 1500 truck lineup.
2011 Ford Super Duty Review
Is Ford's 2011 Super Duty pickup truck the right choice for your needs? Our truck review will help you decide.
Classic Datsun Trucks
It's 1959. Datsun's 37-horsepower compact truck enters the V8, gas-guzzling world of U.S. pickups. Could it compete with the powerful Fords, Chevys, and other large trucks?
1968 Ford F-100 Ranger Truck
Pictures of restored Ford F-Series trucks. Restorations are mostly stock, other than a couple of pickups with contemporary wheels.
2007 Mazda CX-7 Specs
Get the facts about 2007 Mazda CX-7 specificationsand.
1997 Ford F-150 Pickup Truck
A look at classic Ford trucks, starting with a 1918 Ford pickup.
Tundra Diesel Dually - Front/Side View
Take a close look at the Toyota Tundra Diesel Dually Project Truck introduced at the 2007 SEMA Show in Las Vegas, Nevada.
'05 Jeep Gr. Cherokee Ltd Hemi
The 2005 Grand Cherokee was tweaked mechanically and visually, with a choice of engines, including the 5.7L Hemi V-8.
In-Bed Truck Caps and Tents
Truck caps come in all shapes and sizes, from hard shell campers to soft-bodied tents with awnings to help keep you dry. Let's look at a few options.
Pickup Truck Pictures
Pictures of pickup trucks, including late model trucks, vintage trucks, concept trucks and custom pickup trucks.
2004 Ford Explorer Sport Trac
Ford's Explorer Sport Trac blends a truck with the features of an SUV. Read an overview features available in 2004.
Choose & Use a Winch
Tips to help you select the best winch for your pickup truck, along with advice to help you stay safe while operating the winch.
Anti-Lock Brakes
Your car or truck's anti-lock brake system is important for safety, but how it works is often not understood. Learn how brake systems react when you hit the brake pedal.
Ford's Fuel Saving EcoBoost En
Let's take a look at Ford's EcoBoost engines, to see how they improve fuel economy while increasing power and decreasing emissions.
2006 F-150 King Ranch
Read our review and take a photo tour of the 2006 F-150 King Ranch, a popular luxury edition of Ford's truck.
2004 Toyota 4Runner Review
Ride along with our test driver as he reviews the 2004 Toyota 4Runner. Giving it four stars out of five, he explains why Toyota got its 4Runner SUV right this time around.
Truck Recalls
Here's a handy list of truck recalls that you can refer to when you're shopping for a used pickup truck. Find out if the trucks you're looking at are involved in a current manufacturer recall.
GMC - 100 Years of Trucks
The GMC brand celebrated its 100th year in 2012. Take a look back at some of the historic trucks produced during the company's first century.
1955 Ford F-100 Pickup Truck
A look at classic Ford trucks, starting with a 1918 Ford pickup.
2003 Toyota Tacoma Trucks
In 2003, the Toyota Tacoma truck was offered in seventeen model configurations based on three cab types. We'll explain.
Kia Motors Concept Truck
Kia Motors Corporation introduced a mid-size concept pick-up truck at the 2004 Chicago Auto Show. The KCV4 Mojave is the first pickup truck Kia has shown in the US. Here are details about the new Kia concept truck, including photos.
Toyota A-BAT Hybrid Truck
The Toyota A-BAT is a hybrid concept truck that, at first glance, looks like a cross between the Chevy Avalanche and Honda Ridgeline. Take a look at our gallery.
2006 Toyota Tacoma Prerunner
The 2006 Toyota Tacoma Prerunner Double Cab 4x2 V6 Longbed truck could be a good choice if you're looking for a vehicle with the qualities of an SUV and a pickup.
2013 Ford F-150 Limited Pickup Truck Interior
A look at the red and black leather interior of the 2013 Ford F-150 Limited pickup truck.

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