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Pickup Truck +SUV Talk

Tim Esterdahlwww.buzzsprout.com
We cover the U.S. pickup truck and SUV market bringing you fun reviews, interesting tidbits and real consumer concerns about these vehicles.
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Episodes

2025 Most American Trucks Shocker and Best Initial Quality, $100k Trucks Too

In this week's truck news recap, Publisher Tim Esterdahl goes over the 2025 Most American trucks list with a shocker at number 1 and the best initial quality winner as well. Plus a list of the trucks that top the $100k mark and a recap of what happened behind the scenes. Check out our Forum: https://forum.pickuptrucktalk.com/ Support the show

Jun 27, 202519 min

Greed Fueling Higher New Truck Prices? Comparing 10 Years of Truck Changes

Lately higher truck prices have been a hot topic with Ram CEO Tim Kuniskis stating he can’t afford to build a cheaper full-size truck or he’d lose money. The internet responded harshly claiming the real reason is simple: greed. They claim truck prices have risen over the past decade simply because automakers are raising prices to make more money and the $100,000 half-ton trucks are a prime example of their greed. Is that really the case? Link to the article: https://pickuptrucktalk.com/2025/06/i...

Jun 20, 202536 min

You Don't Buy V-8 Trucks Anymore? Data Shows You Like V-6 Engines??

In this week's truck news recap, Publisher Tim Esterdahl shares a startling news report that shows V-8 engine popularity is dropping like a rock with more truck buyers opting for V-6 engines. Plus, Ford says they may not build powertrains anymore and a host of other topics. Check out our Forum: https://forum.pickuptrucktalk.com/ Support the show

Jun 13, 202516 min

GM 6.2L V-8 Recall Nonsense Explained, Don't Fall for Wrong Information

In this week's truck news recap, Publisher Tim Esterdahl goes over the latest confusion over the GM 6.2L V-8 recall and explains the nonsense that's occurring online. Don't fall victim to the wrong information. Check out our Forum: https://forum.pickuptrucktalk.com/ Support the show

Jun 06, 202520 min

Electrified 2026 Toyota RAV4 Causes Petition to Reverse the Mistake!

The 2026 Toyota RAV4 is now electrified and this has caused the creation of a misguided petition to reverse this decision. In this video, Publisher Tim Esterdahl covers that news and more. Check out our Forum: https://forum.pickuptrucktalk.com/ Support the show

May 23, 202515 min

Consumer Reports Least Reliable 2025 Full-Size Trucks, Recalls, Engines Failed

In this week's truck news recap, Publisher Tim Esterdahl is talking about a list he pulled together. This Consumer Reports least reliable 2025 full-size trucks list could surprise you. He also wraps up what else happened this week. Check out our Forum: https://forum.pickuptrucktalk.com/ Support the show

May 04, 202527 min

Surprising Reason Military Diesel Engines Have No Emissions and Some Do

In this week's truck news recap, Publisher Tim Esterdahl explains the reason behind why the Military diesel engines have no emissions and why some do. He also covers other topics as well as gives more insight into the China export ban. Check out our Forum: https://forum.pickuptrucktalk.com/ Support the show

Apr 19, 202516 min

Convicted Diesel Delete Tuners Signed Cali Sale Decrees? What?! Million Mile Tundra

In this week's truck news recap, we got TONS of news for you including some great work from our friend Caleb Jacobs who killed it over at the Drive. He covered news from convicted diesel delete tuners, a lost 4.5L GM diesel and then Publisher Tim Esterdahl talks about truck nuts, a million mile Tundra again, yeah, again and a whole lot more! Convicted diesel story: https://www.thedrive.com/news/theres-a-federal-committee-push-to-lighten-penalties-for-convicted-diesel-tuners Check out our Forum: ...

Apr 12, 202521 min

Top Trucks and SUVs that Hold Their Value the Best

In this Livestream, we are talking about a recent iSeeCars.com study on the top trucks and SUVs for resale value. Make sure to check out Consumer Guide Automotive at: https://consumerguide.com/ Support the show

Mar 26, 20251 hr 5 min

Diesel Engine Emissions Equipment Reliability Much Better? Longer Warranty

In this week's truck news recap, Publisher Tim Esterdahl is talking about diesel engine emissions equipment reliability and if it has improved. He also talks about other topics that happened during the week. Ford Diesel Engineer Interview: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6aP36lSQokA AVAPOW Jump Starter Link: https://amzn.to/4iLTE34 Support the show

Mar 22, 202522 min

EPA Controversy Over Diesel Delete Trucks Explained, Top IIHS Safe Trucks, Batteries

This week's truck news recap goes over the recent EPA controversy over diesel delete trucks. Also, Publisher Tim Esterdahl discusses the IIHS top safety pick plus awards for trucks and what you need to know about batteries. Here is the link to the Wolfbox jump starter: https://amzn.to/4byAsDA Check out our Forum: https://forum.pickuptrucktalk.com/ Support the show

Mar 15, 202523 min

What New Trucks/SUVs Are You Excited For?

In this Livestream, Tim and Jill are discussing what new trucks and SUVs are coming out including a Ram midsize truck as well as the Ram V8 rumor news. Support the show

Mar 13, 20251 hr 9 min

2026 Ram TRX Confirmed? Ram Trucks In Europe, Off Road LA Video Series

In this week's truck news recap, Publisher Tim Esterdahl is talking about a viral image making its way around the internet. He also gets on his soap box and makes the record straight on Ram trucks in Europe. Also, he discusses a Pennzoil off-roading LA video series as well as other items. Support the show

Mar 08, 202515 min

Most Reliable Truck Engine? Ford F-150 Priced Too High?

In this week's truck news recap, Publisher Tim Esterdahl is discussing a recent study by iSeeCars.com, the Ford CEO Jim Farley discussing the F-150 pricing and more items that were covered this week. Check out our Forum: https://forum.pickuptrucktalk.com/ Support the show

Mar 01, 202512 min

Tariff Threats Delay New F-150, Ford Recall "Waste of Time," Battery Concerns

In this week's truck news recap, Publisher Tim Esterdahl is talking about the tariffs and how they have delayed the new Ford F-150. Also, there's a new lawsuit on the Ford Bronco Sport and Ford Maverick over a battery concern. Then, he finishes by talking about battery concerns on new trucks. Link to AVAPOW AP18: https://amzn.to/3Db10hi Link to Faraday pouch: https://amzn.to/4be4V9D 0:00 Intro 1:03 15th Gen F-150 delayed 2:24 AVAPOW AP18 Air Inflator 5:26 Tariff threats delay new models 13:34 Fo...

Feb 21, 202521 min

GM Truck Pricing Could Skyrocket? Tundra Diesel? How I Started

In this week's truck news recap, Publisher Tim Esterdahl is talking about the speculation about tariff prices and their affect on GM, why the Tundra diesel isn't an option as well as how he got his start. Check out our Forum: https://forum.pickuptrucktalk.com/ Support the show

Feb 01, 202513 min

Ram Midsize Confirmed Again? Tundra Short Block Fix, Duramax Diesel Fan Issue

In this week's truck news recap, Publisher Tim Esterdahl is talking about news regarding the new Ram midsize truck confirmed yet again. A Toyota Tundra short block fix and why is it taking so long to fix a Duramax diesel fan issue. Check out our Forum: https://forum.pickuptrucktalk.com/ Support the show

Jan 31, 202517 min

Ram Not a Truck Company, Cali Bows to Trump? Tundra Recall Warranty

In this weeks' truck news recap show, Publisher Tim Esterdahl covers all the things Ram CEO Tim Kuniskis said this week. Then, how California is seemingly bowing to Trump on emissions, the actual length of the Toyota Tundra engine recall warranty as well as many other topics. Check out our Forum: https://forum.pickuptrucktalk.com/ Support the show

Jan 18, 202514 min
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