1. Car Buying Advice
  2. /
  3. Truck Research

Featured articles



Truck Triple Threat: Ford F-150, Nissan Titan, and Chevy Silverado Comparison

Compare the Chevrolet Silverado, Ford F-150, and Nissan Titan in this deep dive into the full-size pickup segment.



Truck research to to get you haulin'

There's little more American than the pickup truck. Get head-to-head comparisons, test drive reviews, trim level breakdowns, and more of popular trucks, pickups, pickup trucks, and other workhorses.


Recent truck research


2022 Ford Maverick Video Review

2022 Ford Maverick Video Review

Ford is bringing back the small truck segment in a big way with the all-new 2022 Maverick, and it wraps a lot of big-truck ideas into a fun-size pickup.


2022 GMC Sierra: Everything You Need to Know

2022 GMC Sierra: Everything You Need to Know

Let's take a closer look at all of the major changes and new offerings of the 2022 GMC Sierra.


2022 Toyota Tacoma: Everything You Need to Know

2022 Toyota Tacoma: Everything You Need to Know

There's a lot of exciting offerings from Tacoma for the new model year, so let's dive in and see what's in store for us.


2022 Nissan Frontier PRO-4X

2022 Nissan Frontier PRO-4X

With the mid-size truck market heating up, Nissan has completely redesigned the Frontier for the 2022 model year.


Side by Side: Honda Ridgeline vs. Hyundai Santa Cruz

Side by Side: Honda Ridgeline vs. Hyundai Santa Cruz

Take a closer look at two compact trucks, the Honda Ridgeline and the Hyundai Santa Cruz.


2022 RAM 1500 Pickup: Everything You Need to Know

2022 RAM 1500 Pickup: Everything You Need to Know

Let's take a closer look at all of the different options and specs for the 2022 RAM 1500.


2022 Chevrolet Silverado: Everything You Need to Know

2022 Chevrolet Silverado: Everything You Need to Know

Let's take a deeper dive into the long list of major updates and new features of the 2022 Chevrolet Silverado pickup.


2021 Toyota Tacoma TRD Pro Review

2021 Toyota Tacoma TRD Pro Review

Toyota's TRD Pro brand is applied to a line of extreme off-road trucks and SUVs, and the Tacoma TRD Pro competes against mid-size off-road trucks like the Chevy Colorado ZR2, Jeep Gladiator Rubicon, and Nissan Frontier Pro-4X.


Side by Side: Ford F-150 Raptor vs. RAM 1500 TRX

Side by Side: Ford F-150 Raptor vs. RAM 1500 TRX

Let's breakdown the two beasts that are the Ford F-150 Raptor and the RAM 1500 TRX.


2022 Toyota Tundra: First Look

2022 Toyota Tundra: First Look

Toyota is looking to steal the full-sized truck show with the release of the 2022 Toyota Tundra.


Read 2022 Ford F-150 Lightning Trim Level Guide

2022 Ford F-150 Lightning Trim Level Guide

With the demand high on the 2022 Ford F-150 Lightning, we're highlighting some of the most significant features coming to Ford's all-new electric truck.


Read 2022 Ford Maverick Trim Level Guide

2022 Ford Maverick Trim Level Guide

The 2022 Ford Maverick lives up to its name with special trim packages for Ford's new compact truck.


Exterior view of the 2021 Chevrolet Silverado 2500HD LTZ Z71

2021 Chevrolet Silverado 2500HD LTZ Z71 Review

Take a spin in the the 2021 2500HD equipped with LTZ trim level, equipped with the legendary Duramax diesel engine, and the off-road-ready Z71 package.


Exterior view of the 2021 Ford F-150 King Ranch Hybrid

2021 Ford F-150 King Ranch Hybrid Review

Ford's big year continues with the completely overhauled F-150.


Exterior view of the 2022 Ford F-150 Lightning

First Look: 2022 Ford F-150 Lightning

It's offiial: the Ford F-150 has gone fully electric.


Exterior view of the 2021 Ford F-150 Platinum 4X4

2021 Ford F-150 Platinum 4X4 Review

Not all rare vehicles are vintage sports cars. Sometimes, they're V-8 powered pickup trucks like the 2021 Ford F-150 Platinum 4x4.


Exterior view of the Ford Super Duty truck

What Makes a Ford Super Duty Truck?

Ford F-Series trucks are like tools in a toolbox, and the Ford Super Duty truck is the sledgehammer of them all.


Exterior view of the 2021 Honda Ridgeline Sport Review

2021 Honda Ridgeline Sport Review

The 2021 Honda Ridgeline Sport makes for a compelling option for buyers looking for a midsize truck.


Exterior view of the Honda Civic

Vehicles to Buy New Instead of Used

In many cases, buying a new car saves you on overhead down the line than if you buy a used car. Check out our favorite cars to buy hot off the production line.


Exterior view of the 2021 Nissan Titan Pro-4X

2021 Nissan Titan Pro-4X Review

There's a growing segment of trucks designed with an extra dose of off-road ruggedness, and for Nissan, that's the 2021 Titan Pro-4X.


Exterior view of the 2021 GMC Sierra 2500HD AT4

2021 GMC Sierra 2500HD AT4 Review

Heavy-duty trucks may have been born to haul, but a growing segment - including the AT4 - shows just how capable these trucks can be in rugged terrain.


Exterior view of the 2021 GMC Canyon AT4

2021 GMC Canyon AT4 Review

The small(er) truck segment is flourishing in the U.S. The redesigned 2021 GMC Canyon looks to make its mark.


Exterior view of the Hellcat-laden sports cars

Profiles in Carnage: Meet the Hellcat Family

Meet the Hellcats: just your modern muscular performance cars, trucks, and SUV family.


Exterior view of a 2021 Ford F-150 Hybrid

2021 Ford F-150 Hybrid Review

Take a closer look at the reimagined 2021 Ford F-150 Hybrid, a full-size truck with today's demanding buyer in mind.


Exterior view of the 2021 GMC Sierra Denali CarbonPro Edition

2021 GMC Sierra Denali CarbonPro Edition Review

GMC pushes the envelope with the carbon fiber composite bed in the back of the 2021 GMC Sierra Denali CarbonPro Edition.


See the body of the 2020 Ford F-450 King Ranch FX4

2020 Ford F-450 King Ranch FX4 Review

Next up in our round of testing the capabilities of the Super Duty lineup is the 2020 Ford F-450 King Ranch Fx4.


See the body of the 2020 Ford F-350 Limited 4X4

2020 Ford F-350 Limited 4X4 Review

We put the shiny new Super Duty trucks to work, starting with this 2020 Ford F-350 Limited 4x4.


See the body of the 2020 Ford F-250 Tremor

2020 Ford F-250 Tremor Review

There's a reason why the Ford F-Series has been the best-selling truck for more than 40 years, and it comes down to the sheer variety of choices this truck offers its buyers.


See the body of the 2020 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 RST (2WD)

2020 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 RST (2WD) Review

The two-wheel-drive RST offers a perfect mix of leisure driving, running errands, and light work in the Chevrolet Silverado trim family.


See the body of the 2020 RAM 1500 Lone Star Crew Cab

2020 RAM 1500 Lone Star Crew Cab Review

Learn about the RAM 1500 trim packages and take a peek under the hood of the Texas-inspired Lone Star Crew Cab model.


See the body of the 2020 RAM 1500 Rebel 4x4 Eco Diesel

2020 RAM 1500 Rebel 4x4 Eco Diesel Review

Discover a work truck that takes the four-letter word out of work. The 2020 RAM 1500 Rebel EcoDiesel offers adventure and style in a high-performance package.


See the body of the 2020 RAM 1500 TRX Truck

2020 RAM 1500 TRX Truck Review

RAM has produced an apex predator: meet the 2021 RAM TRX, a high-performance truck ready to take on the Ford Raptor.


See the body of the 2020 RAM 1500 Rebel EcoDiesel

2020 RAM 1500 Rebel EcoDiesel Review

The 2020 RAM 1500 Rebel EcoDiesel did not put up a fight when faced with a long-distance road trip.


See the exterior of the 2020 Chevrolet Silverado 2500HD

2020 Chevrolet Silverado 2500HD Review

All new for the 2020 model year, Chevrolet's heavy-duty Silverado lineup is bigger, stronger, and bolder than its predecessor.


See the body of the 2020 Chevrolet Colorado ZR2 Bison

2020 Chevrolet Colorado ZR2 Bison Review

Performance upgrades abound in the 2020 Chevrolet Colorado ZR2 Bison, making the next great adventure just a drive away.


Exterior view of the 2017 Ford F-150 Raptor

2014/2017 Ford F-150 Raptor Review

This wicked off-road rig is built to tackle tough terrain and speeds that would turn other trucks into a pile of parts. Discover the Ford F-150 Raptor, a future classic.


See the exterior of the 2020 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 High Country

2020 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 High Country Review

AutoNation Drive editors take the Chevrolet Silverado 1500 High Country around Austin, TX, and discover how it handles about town.


See the exterior of the 2020 Toyota Tundra Limited CrewMax 4x4

2020 Toyota Tundra Limited CrewMax 4x4 Review

Take the 2020 Toyota Tundra Limited CrewMax 4x4 off the road to see what it's really made of.


See the exterior of the 2020 GMC Sierra Denali

2020 GMC Sierra Denali Review

The GMC Sierra is a good, all-around workhorse that has excellent towing capacity, and smooth performance.


See the body of the 2020 Nissan Titan

2020 Nissan Titan Review

To keep the Titan in fighting shape, Nissan sent the Titan to the gym and now it's more powerful than ever. 

Read articles about classic cars and roadsters

Classic Car Research

Whether you want a project for the garage or a beast for the streets, check out our classic car research.



More Research

Browse more automotive research than you can shake a stick shift at.


Find great SUVs with AutoNation Drive research

Test Drive Reviews

Our automotive experts at AutoNation Drive weigh in on price, safety, and performance of popular cars, trucks, and SUVs.


Find great cars, trucks, and SUVs with AutoNation Drive research

Car Buying Advice

If you're buying a car, truck, or SUV, the chances are - you need help. Don't worry. Our automotive experts are here to help.