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2027 Chevrolet Silverado 1500: Did GM Fix Its Lifters and 10-Speed?

Send us Fan Mail Did GM fix the lifter problem, and what changed with the 10-speed transmission? I break down GM’s explanation of supplier and spring changes, the update

Toyota Tundra Owner Reports Engine Failure After Passing the Hammer Test. Unbelievable!

Send us Fan Mail A 2023 Toyota Tundra owner reports an engine failure roughly a month after passing the hammer test. Tim discusses the report, what remains unverified, a

GM 6.2L V8 Recall: Is It Hurting Truck Resale Value?

Send us Fan Mail Are GM’s 6.2L V8 engine failures affecting truck resale value? I compare Kelley Blue Book estimates for 2023, 2024 and 2025 GMC Sierra Denali Ultimate t

EPA 2027 and the Future of Commercial Diesel: A Conversation with Daimler

Send us Fan Mail What will EPA 2027 mean for the engines that keep freight moving? Aaron Turpen talks with Dan Potter, head of emissions compliance at Daimler Truck Nort

8.0L Power Stroke by 2029? Four Clues Behind My Ford Diesel Prediction

Send us Fan Mail Could Ford introduce an 8.0L Power Stroke by 2029? Tim Esterdahl walks through four clues behind his prediction: Power Stroke history, GM’s new Duramax,

Red-Dyed Diesel: Fuel Savings, Warranty Risks and What Truck Owners Need to Know

Send us Fan Mail Is red-dyed diesel a worthwhile option for your pickup? In this Truck News Recap, Tim Esterdahl explains why fuel compatibility, taxes, state permission

Ram Cuts Its 2027 Warranty: What Truck Buyers Need to Know

Send us Fan Mail Ram is walking back one of its biggest selling points. In this Truck News Recap, Tim Esterdahl breaks down the end of Ram’s 10-year/100,000-mile powertr

2027 Silverado & Sierra: I Asked GM—Now Ask Me Anything

Send us Fan Mail Tim Esterdahl answers questions about the 2027 Chevrolet Silverado and GMC Sierra in this replay of Tuesday’s livestream, “2027 Silverado & Sierra: I As

GM’s New V8s: Tough Questions, Towing Surprises and Silverado Prices

Send us Fan Mail GM’s new V8 engines bring more power—and plenty of questions. Fresh from GM’s powertrain event in Flint, Tim Esterdahl breaks down what engineers told h

I Ordered a 2027 Chevy Silverado High Country: Here’s Why

Send us Fan Mail I ordered my next truck: a 2027 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 High Country. In this episode, I explain why I chose Chevy over GMC and Toyota, why timing push

GM 6.2L V8 Investigation Escalates, Tundra Hammer Test and Super Duty Engine Changes

Send us Fan Mail NHTSA has escalated its investigation into GM’s 6.2-liter L87 V8, moving the case into an engineering analysis that could affect nearly one million Chev

Toyota Techs Are Smacking Tundra Engines With a Hammer to See if They Need Replacing

Send us Fan Mail Toyota has a new way to inspect certain 2022-2024 Tundra engines, and yes, it involves a plastic hammer. Tim breaks down Toyota’s V35A crank bearing ins

Ford Fathom Revealed: Who Is This $30K Electric Truck Really For?

Send us Fan Mail Ford has revealed the Fathom, a new electric pickup expected to start around $30,000. But who is this truck actually for, and can Ford find enough buyer

Most Reliable Heavy-Duty Trucks Ranked: Ford, GM or Ram?

Send us Fan Mail Which heavy-duty truck is the most reliable: Ford Super Duty, Chevrolet Silverado HD, GMC Sierra HD or Ram HD? Tim Esterdahl ranks today’s heavy-duty t

Highlander Issues, Tow Hooks, and Rumble Bee Pricing

Send us Fan Mail The 2020-2026 Toyota Highlander has a reputation for reliability, but owners and used-vehicle shoppers should know about recalls, transmission complaint

What Is the Most Reliable Full-Size Truck? We Ranked Them All

Send us Fan Mail Which full-size truck is the most reliable today? Tim ranks the Ford F-150, Ram 1500, Chevrolet Silverado 1500, GMC Sierra 1500 and Toyota Tundra using

2027 Toyota Tundra Updated: What's New and Did They Fix the V6

Send us Fan Mail The 2027 Toyota Tundra has arrived, and viewers have two major questions: Did Toyota finally fix the twin-turbo V-6, and why isn’t the V-8 coming back?

Why the 2027 Chevy Tahoe Won’t Get GM’s New V8 Engines Yet

Send us Fan Mail Why won’t the 2027 Chevy Tahoe and GMC Yukon get GM’s new 5.7-liter and 6.6-liter V8 engines right away? Tim explains GM’s rollout strategy, the enginee

EPA Rolls Back DEF Rules: What Actually Changed for Diesel Truck Owners

Send us Fan Mail The EPA has released its long-awaited proposal to revise the 2027 heavy-duty diesel emissions rules, but does it mean diesel owners can finally delete t

15 Years Later: Why Truck Owners Still Debate Ford's Famous EcoBoost Durability Test

Send us Fan Mail Fifteen years after Ford tore down a production 3.5-liter EcoBoost engine in front of a live audience to prove its durability, truck owners are still ar