Pickups

Ram rules out midsize pickup, citing cost concerns

Ram chief Bob Hegbloom says a midsize pickup would be too expensive to compete, as the brand focuses on full-size trucks instead of reviving a Dodge Dakota successor.

US High-End Pickups Outpace Premium Cars on Profit Margins

Detroit's full-size pickups, especially in luxury trims, are now delivering higher profits per vehicle than many traditional premium cars, reshaping the US market.

GM’s 8.3L Duramax V8 Outmuscles Ford in Power and Torque

Chevrolet Silverado HD and GMC Sierra HD get a new 8.3-litre Duramax V8 with 555hp and 1,230lb-ft, but Ford retains the lead in gooseneck towing.

Toyota expands US truck output as light-truck demand grows

Toyota is stepping up US pickup and SUV production, aiming for a 60 percent light-truck sales mix in 2017 and ramping up capacity at key plants.

Shengrui unveils China’s first longitudinal 8-speed automatic

Shengrui Transmission has launched the country’s first homegrown longitudinal 8-speed automatic for commercial vehicles, aiming to break foreign dominance in the sector.

US auto brand loyalty climbs to five-year high, led by Toyota and Ford

New vehicle brand loyalty in the US reached 51.4% at the end of 2025, with Toyota, Ford and Honda retaining the most repeat buyers despite rising prices and EV headwinds.

GM invests $157m to upgrade Wentzville, Missouri plant

The Wentzville assembly facility, which builds Chevrolet Colorado, GMC Canyon and full-size vans, will receive a major paint shop expansion and equipment upgrade.

Fiat Strada Pick-Up Arrives on Italian Market with Diesel Power

Fiat has launched the Strada pick-up in Italy, offering three trims, a single 1.3 Multijet diesel engine, and payloads up to 705 kg.

BMW M3 Pickup: The April Fools’ Prank That Fooled Many

BMW’s M division built a one-off M3 Pickup as an April Fools’ joke in 2011, blending high-performance engineering with a tongue-in-cheek nod to utility vehicles.

Final Chevrolet Colorado Leaves Shreveport Plant as GM Ends Production

General Motors has closed its Shreveport Assembly Plant after more than three decades, with the last vehicle off the line being a white Chevrolet Colorado.

Hyundai Pickup Confirmed for Production, But Not Before 2020

Hyundai's long-anticipated pickup, based on the Santa Cruz concept, has been approved for production but won't reach showrooms before 2020, with a Kia version still under discussion.

Ford to Shift Truck Production Back to US Plants

Ford prepares to move truck manufacturing to US sites as small car output leaves Michigan Assembly, with the Ranger pickup a likely replacement.

Ford first-quarter profit climbs 15% to $1.6bn on record North American performance

Strong sales of F-Series trucks, Fusion and Escape drive Ford to a $1.6bn net profit for Q1 2013, despite deepening losses in Europe and South America.

SsangYong Musso pickup debuts at Geneva with Rexton underpinnings

The new SsangYong Musso pickup, sharing its platform and powertrain with the Rexton SUV, has been unveiled at the 2018 Geneva Motor Show targeting European buyers.

Carlex Design transforms Toyota Hilux into luxury off-road pickup

Carlex Design has reworked the Toyota Hilux with a bespoke body kit, upgraded suspension and a handcrafted interior, targeting buyers who want both rugged ability and luxury.

Ford Police Responder Hybrid and F-150 Achieve Pursuit Rating

Ford's Police Responder Hybrid Sedan and F-150 Police Responder have both been certified for pursuit duty after passing official testing, expanding the company's law enforcement line-up.

Toyota Considers Hybrid Pickup for US Market Expansion

Toyota executives have acknowledged ongoing development work on a hybrid pickup truck platform, as the company responds to tightening fuel economy rules and growing competition from Ford.

2018 Ram 3500 arrives with 930 lb-ft torque and updated features

Ram’s 2018 3500 Heavy Duty truck gets a torque boost to 930 lb-ft from its Cummins diesel, updated interior tech, and a wide range of trims and body styles.

Isuzu previews D-Max Arctic Trucks AT35 with 35-inch tyres and uprated kit

Isuzu has revealed key details of its new D-Max Arctic Trucks AT35 ahead of the official 1 October unveiling, including 35-inch tyres, 11-inch ground clearance and a £37,995 starting price.

Consumer Reports names cars to avoid in 2018 US market

Fiat 500L, Mitsubishi Mirage and Jeep Compass are among the models flagged by Consumer Reports for poor scores in reliability, safety or owner satisfaction.

Ram Laramie Longhorn trucks offer RV-matching paint option

Ram has introduced an RV Match Brown two-tone paint for 2017 Laramie Longhorn pickups, allowing buyers to match their trucks to popular RV trailer colours.

Great Wall becomes first Chinese car brand to enter UK market

Great Wall Motor of Baoding launched UK sales in 2012 with the Steed pick-up, establishing a 40-dealer network and planning further SUV models.

Coast Guard Helicopter Rescues Nissan Pickup Driver Trapped by Waves in California

A Nissan pickup driver stranded on Humboldt Bay’s North Jetty during high surf was airlifted to safety after waves battered his truck and a boat rescue failed.

Final 2017 Ford F-150 Raptor sells for $157,000 at charity auction

The last 2017 model year Ford F-150 Raptor SuperCab raised $157,000 at Barrett-Jackson’s Scottsdale auction, with all proceeds benefitting diabetes research organisation JDRF.