8 Minutes To Set This Straight | Truth About Brand Loyalty!

[@shanerogers787]

I don’t understand brand loyalty. When the only thing the Brands are loyal to is your money. I enjoy your content. Keep it up sir.

[@Jason-Samko]

Excellent point and well said.

[@barrydworak]

There are two kinds of brand loyalty. The first is some weird allegiance, usually to Ford or Chevy. The other comes from experience. Most of us aren't out buying 5 cars a year to see how they are. If we've had a few good Toyotas or a few bad GMs, we tend to gravitate to Toyota (or vice versa if we've had bad Toyota experiences and good GM ones).

[@Jason-Samko]

@barrydworak true

[@ThePlantedTankTV]

As a former mechanic I've seen and done a LOT of work on a lot of different vehicles. So to say the least I definitely have my preference. I like your style and that's what I'm here for. Screw the brand loyalists.

[@Jason-Samko]

@@ThePlantedTankTV thank you.

[@frederickemmerick7730]

I don't care what brands they are, i appreciate the info 👌

[@MsAce0424]

This comment right here! 100% he helps gather the information for us. Anything i was researching, he was stating. Now i dont need to research. I just listen to him. I enjoy the information.

[@Jay-bw3fl]

Love it. Brand loyalty is unrequited love for people who can’t think critically

[@mailborder]

I am also a "Toyota Guy", but common sense prevails over brand loyalty. The Chevy or GMC mid-size was a better build quality and standard features with a much better price over the Toyota, so I got a GMC Canyon.

[@jdogtag567]

Agreed

[@Jason-Samko]

Congratulations on your amazing canyon

[@danejohnson8430]

Well said. I was into the VW Amarok manual when I was overseas. Here in the states I had a Frontier. Now I have a ‘23 Tacoma. I value the knowledge. Just that. Thank you for what you do.

[@wendehorn6314]

Hahahaha!! And I ordered my ZR2 because of your reviews... You can't make everybody happy, bro... Keep doing what you do! Don't ever change!

[@Jason-Samko]

Thank you. And love the zr2! So happy to finally have one in the family and my wife loves it!

[@GerryHavican]

Just remember that you can't make everyone happy and if you do, then you are not doing your job right. 😊😊​@@Jason-Samko

[@Anonymous-sy2nh]

Just keep being honest. So many of the other channels are in bed with manufacturers to try and get the first content looks. Your honest pros and cons are helpful to us consumers.

[@Jason-Samko]

Thank you

[@JM-fk5hh]

There are other channels that talk about only one manufacture, let them go there, enjoy hearing about all manufactures. Good job!

[@LiquidSm0ke]

Toyota is a shadow of what they used to be in the 90s

[@graphicd00d75]

Agreed 100%. I have a 2012 Tacoma and will do my best to keep it around as long as I can. I hate what Toyota has become.

[@barrydworak]

@graphicd00d75 I have a Gen 2 also. And while I do appreciate toy cars, I am into different kinds of adventures at this point. "No more boring cars" isn't what I asked for. I want my truck to bore me, with reliability. I have no problem with Toyota making some fun cars. But if I wanted to wonder if I'll make it back from an outdoor adventure in my cool vehicle, I'd get a Land Rover. 😝

[@timgibson3754]

@@graphicd00d75 He said the 1990s not the 2010s. You don't agree 100%. Maybe you agree 70%

[@THX5000]

People appreciate authenticity. That's why people watch your channel. No nonsense.

[@Jason-Samko]

Thanks

[@dwightengle8802]

I like your honesty. The front fender flares on the Colorado ZR2 are a problem, but my Chevy dealership took care of it right away. Stay the course, my friend.

[@Jason-Samko]

Good to know. Thank you. If they give me an issue I will get them sorted

[@lugnutzz75]

I like this channel because of how brutally honest you are about vehicles- the ugly, the bad, the mistakes, and the good. And whether it’s a tool, vehicle, bow, or other gear, it’s the same no matter what.

[@Jason-Samko]

Thank you

[@garypower9024]

Always enjoy your videos and opinions Jason. Keep telling it like it is. This is why i watch them. I've never understood this thing where people buy on a brand name. Just buy what suits you, that's my two cents worth. Best bang for the buck, but buy what you need, in your price range. 👍

[@Jason-Samko]

Agree 100

[@marksullivan8200]

Jason you always keep it real & only speak the truth which is why alot of people love the channel & respect your honesty & sincerity sadly some people dont want to hear the truth however many of us understand real recognizes real & your a stand up guy that calls it like ya see it i for one really enjoy the channel not only that your a hard working real guy that shares his experience with us I honestly appreciate it so thank you for all the hard work

[@Jason-Samko]

Greatly appreciated

[@marksullivan8200]

@@Jason-Samko thanks many of us greatly appreciate you real recognizes real just as water seeks it's own level

[@Jason-Samko]

@@marksullivan8200 thanks you

[@webpatk]

I love the fact that you have no brand loyalty. Everyone's use case is different. I am in the process of purchasing a 2024 Nissan Frontier in large part because of your reviews even though you don't own one. You explain the good and bad points of a vehicle and who you think it would be a good fit for. Now I just need to keep my fingers crossed that Nissan doesn't do anything crazy like decrease their incentives in December. By the way I also took your advice and spent many hours watching videos on negotiating with dealers. Keep up the good work and thanks for the useful content!

[@mikeely-ly2kb]

2024 Pro4x owner here. You won't be disappointed.

[@DouglasB65]

2024 Pro 4X owner...you won't be disappointed..awesome truck.

[@Jason-Samko]

You will love the frontier and the pro4x is such a great trim. And well done on learning the negotiating skills. I once paid an astronomical fee of 6k to take a course on how to sell on Amazon. I lost 12k on my first product and was about to give up. A guy told me "yep this is when everyone throws in the towel, at rock bottom, yet they just learned so much". It changed my mind and I went on to design another product that make me 80k over the next 2 years. Point being now thst you have those negotiating skills and are planning to buy don't let and salesman or dealer that won't give in be a bad thing. Learn from those that you don't intend to buy from or thst won't meat your deal. So you can use it when the right deal is on the line. So even if fhey do decrease incentives you have the skills to make the deals work in your favor.

[@webpatk]

@@Jason-Samko I started off looking for a pro4x, but the selection within about 200 miles of me was very limited, for example I really wanted the spray in bed liner and none had it. During my search I found an SV hardbody that the dealership had put a bunch of upgrades into, but it had been sitting on their lot for 206 days. They added a NISMO lift kit, NISMO front and rear suspension kits, NISMO off-road control arms and BFG K02 tires. It also includes the Bilstein shocks. They threw all of that in at no cost. I was also able to get them to increase the amount that they offered me for my trade in by $1,200. The vehicle was priced about $3,050 under list and Nissan has a $2,000 rebate on top of that. The price was right in line with what I am seeing from other dealers in my area. With everything that they threw in I didn't even try to negotiate the price down. My goal is to find a good and fair deal. It doesn't need to be the best deal. All of this was done via email and a few phone calls. As I have heard you say, the deals are out there. I have been looking since the beginning of October waiting to find the right deal. I watched many hours of videos by you, Caredge and the homework guy. My plan is to wait until next week to purchase it hoping that the Nissan incentives get better and no one else buys it first. A little risky, but I have a plan B vehicle in mind if this one falls through. Thanks again for all of your useful content. I also find you videos very useful and entertaining and definitely plan to continue watching them even after I have purchased a vehicle.

[@Jason-Samko]

@webpatk love the process and game plan you have going. Keep me posted on how it goes.

[@carlosmcp0]

I love that you have an unbiased criteria and I think is the best way to see all the brands the market and how, we as customers can do a better deal in any dealership. Keep going you are doing it great.

[@Jason-Samko]

Agree and thank you

[@sterlingstroebel]

Agree entirely. Always good to keep an open mind. I've been a Tacoma guy since the 1st gen. Owned a bunch and was planning to buy a 2024 but tbe prices were just a money grab. I don't mind spending $50k on a truck but i want to feel like I got value. For the first time in my life I found myself looking elsewhere. Bought a GMC Canyon Denali and don't regret it one bit. If you commit yourself to one brand you might miss out. Keep making the vids. I'm sure most of us enjoy them regardless of the brand.

[@Jason-Samko]

Very well said

[@Scroll_Lock]

People whos identity revolves around brands = losers. If their weak self worth is provided by products then anything perceived as negative is taken as a personal insult and they lash out. I don't have time for adult children, they can kick rocks.

[@Jason-Samko]

Very well said

[@travisbreaux2463]

Not gonna lie, the Gladiator content brought me here, but you pass on good nuggets of wisdom and info to your viewers and that’s likely why I’ll continue watching. You get straight to the point and you use OUR time wisely and I appreciate that. I’ve actually took transcripts from videos and use Ai to summarize it just to get the info without ever really watching the video that was 40+ minutes long that could have been a 10 minute video. I never had to do that with yours. I know it takes a lot of time to record, edit, process and upload each video and I appreciate it. The simple truth is that after your video, I’ll be off to video another one from another subscription. I have other channels that have moved from the subject that originally got me in the door but their ability to get to the meat and potatoes and add no fluff kept me coming back. Thanks for all you do and share.

[@Jason-Samko]

Thank you. Greatly appreciated. And glad you are enjoying the content

[@deionryan24]

I watch the channel cause you're a character and I find it enjoyable. People take things way too seriously my god... Keep up the good work.

[@MS-ik9bi]

I found your channel when researching Jeeps, and I watch your videos while I am getting ready each morning. I love your unbiased views and that is why I will keep watching. Your one video got me excited about changing my own oil to which my husband thought I was nuts I wanted to change my own oil. 😂😂 Keep on doing you as you can’t please everyone!

[@Jason-Samko]

@MS-ik9bi oil changes on the jeep are very easy and love that you want to work on your own vehicles. There is a lot of pride in that. And it saves alot of money. Another benefit is your using good quality oil.

[@DUNEATV]

You’re not getting rid of me Jason! I like the content…your perspective on things…ect…🍻

[@Jason-Samko]

Thank you and appreciate all the time you spend answering comments on here for people. There are a small handful of "regular contributors " i guess you could say, like you thst really go above and beyond helping people on here in the comments. Greatly appreciated.

[@DUNEATV]

@ it’s fun to educate and learn on this platform.

[@jamesh1641]

Jason, why even care what people put in comments? Your channel. Your show. Why waste the time?

[@LiquidSm0ke]

Weeding people out

[@jamesh1641]

@@LiquidSm0ke that makes zero sense. Why be on KZbin to lose audience?

[@mithrasrose9727]

@@jamesh1641 that's because you are a sell out. You would be the performing monkey to be popular. Ever heard of truth? Can't have a big audience telling it

[@YoitsDro]

@@jamesh1641cuz fanboy comments are annoying for everyone to read

[@Jason-Samko]

Great question. It's about time. I try really hard to read every comment so thstni don't miss one where someone has a question or needs help with something. And to weed thru the junk comments is exhausting. I'd rather those people leave. I don't believe in shock jock tactics or clickbait, or scams to get views. I want a rock solid channel thst helps people and I honestly believe thst is how eventually the growth and money will come. If I have to give us some subscribers and views to clean out the bs, I'm OK with it and will like the channel better thst way.

[@namtran512]

You just speak the truth Jason. That's all it is.

[@Jason-Samko]

Thank you

[@namtran512]

@@Jason-Samko It's crazy how people think brand loyalty should be a thing. You should go with what gives you the best price for your use case. Competition breeds innovation.

[@RainbowSchool-mw4jb]

I don’t have a vehicle. I just like his videos. Seems unbiased to me.

[@Jason-Samko]

Thanks

[@TripleBtrd]

I absolutely agree 100% with you Jason! Your channel, your money! I watch a few other channels from time to time but its the same content over and over. Keep doing what you're doing brother!

[@Jason-Samko]

Thank you

[@jawzzy3]

“When the facts change I change my mind, what do you do, sir?” - John Keynes Love the honest and objective opinions here 👊

[@edwinaltre87]

Mr Samko, I drive a’21 TRD Offroad here in Canada. That’s your choice, no brand loyalty. To each their own. Kudos to you and your channel!

[@Jason-Samko]

You drive an amazing vehicle

[@shannoncasper8670]

Well said. I like certain brands for certain vehicles, other brands for different vehicles. I like your videos because I'm a truck but too and I pick up stuff here and there. Keep it up, you're doing great.

[@Jason-Samko]

Thank you. Greatly appreciated

[@garybichel9669]

I bought a 2025 Ram Warlock because you recommended it. Thanks I love it.

[@Jason-Samko]

Love hearing that. And an amazing truck

[@kevinvoss220]

If you could do some reviews on used vehicles with high miles to show people that vehicles do last a long time, I think it would increase your channel. You may get 1 million. Reviews.

[@JimmyMins]

Great video 100% agree

[@russbrown9286]

Forget the fan boys and keep doing what you are doing. Great info. Keep it up. The fan boys will never say another brand is better. It is called scary and narrow-minded.

[@Jason-Samko]

Thanks

[@KevinEdge81]

Jason, you’ve done a great job with this channel! You’re got an excellent following and we appreciate you! And I’m confident that you appreciate us, your loyal followers as well. Keep up the good work and great content. Thanks

[@Jason-Samko]

Thanks.

[@GMvideo429]

I have been a self proclaimed Toyota fan boy since 2001 but the direction they are going has me looking at other brands. Your channel opened my eyes on the Gladiator…

[@Jason-Samko]

Always loved toyota. But sure wish they would get their house in order for their customers. The gladiator is like a mini tank. I love it

[@GMvideo429]

@ same here, I currently drive a 2008 200 series with 221k miles and love it but it won’t last forever.

[@danielpabbott]

Love your channel because you USE your vehicles so much more than I could hope to, so you're able to call out the pros/cons which lets me assess what works best for my needs across brands/vehicles. Keep up the great work Jason!!

[@Jason-Samko]

Thank you

[@JoeBlow-k8p]

I ain't no brand specific buyer, I research on my own and I purchase on my own. I'm also old enough to know from not living in my mom's basement how to save a buck or two. I enjoy Jason's content and love his enthusiasm.

[@Jason-Samko]

Thank you

[@jdogtag567]

You helped me figure out which vehicle I wanted to get. Ended up with a 24 4runner TRD Premium. I love it. I find all this truck info very interesting. The ZR2 looks fantastic. I might have gotten one if I'd have waited. I like Toyota, but I like the old toyota, reliable. Keep up the content.

[@Jason-Samko]

That 4 runner is the last of its kind and the last of the great reliable suvs! Well done

[@gabrielskydancer544]

You are doing great things brother. True integrity is given to people, not things!

[@Jason-Samko]

Thank you

[@RF-cz4ln]

I just subscribed, because if you’re not brand loyal, you’ll give honest opinions and facts .keep doing what you’re doing.👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻

[@Jason-Samko]

Thank you

[@johnrogers1876]

I think I found a channel I can watch every day ty

[@Jason-Samko]

@@johnrogers1876 greatly appreciated

[@371kenny]

Im not gonna lie. Id keep the 4runner. But i get what you do financially and i watch to see your reviews on thibgs you own. A long term review to me is not 10k miles like what most youtubers do. Keep up the good work.

[@Jason-Samko]

@@371kenny glad you are enjoying them

[@All-Miles-Matter]

Well thank GOD your won't lie. We're all SOOOOO Relieved!

[@Ali3Peat]

I like your videos just how you do them. Throughout the years, I have had 2 Fords, a Volvo , a Honda, , a Nissan, a Cadillac, a Mazda and a Chevy. Some were cars, some were trucks, all vehicles are just tools to get from point A to point B under specific circumstances.

[@Jason-Samko]

Perfect. That diversity in vehicles makes it fun

[@thestrodelife]

Keep on making your videos you’re doing a great job. Watch it every time.

[@Jason-Samko]

Thanks

[@BBQROCKSTAR178]

No such thing as bad press, Jason…..if folks are commenting, your count is higher, you win!

[@MikeR55]

Yes, the more comments the better for his channel.. Even when a Yota fanboy feels the need to comment that he's leaving. Jason can smile, ignore and just move on to the next comment

[@Jason-Samko]

Very true. Also why you see me reply "k" to comments that are pointless.

[@MikeR55]

Great video. KZbin needs more creators like you. Life is too short to be addicted to one brand. I'm a retired mechanic and have owned or driven and repaired them all. Sure, I have my favorites too, but it's more fun to enjoy multiple brands over time like you do. Subscribed.

[@Jason-Samko]

Thanks. You nailed it. Life is to short to be stuck with one brand

[@Kookaburra4509]

There’s a lot of folks here that appreciate your blunt honesty about the car companies. They all have good points and bad points. It’s nice to hear the FACTS!

[@Jason-Samko]

@@Kookaburra4509 thank you

[@Larbr000]

Samko spitting facts

[@SliderFury1]

I have exactly zero brand loyalty. In fact, half the reason I am working hard to try and make more money is because I want more opportunities to try different vehicles from different brands.

[@Jason-Samko]

Agree and agree!

[@user-wg6yw2bk1x]

Always enjoy your information and insight. The way the truck market is today we need all the unbiased information we can get. Thank you.

[@Jason-Samko]

Thank you

[@matthewcalhoun4867]

I’m from the bow channel and keep at it don’t let these people get to you, drive or buy whatever you like. I’m a Chevy duramax fan and a older Tacoma fan I’ve owned many trucks all brands and will own many more I’m sure but none of them are perfect and each one have their qualities and down sides, and anyone that says different just hasn’t had the opportunity to have many trucks.

[@Jason-Samko]

Thanks! Yep too many trucks out there to settle on just one brand

[@dominica2765]

Personally, I like all your truck content. I was hesitant on buying my gladiator so I started watching your videos. One of the best vehicles I ever own. I won’t buy anymore Toyotas either. I don’t like their company either I like the fact that you keep it real and you should be so blessed that Your wife likes vehicles like that thanks for the videos. God bless you and your family.

[@Jason-Samko]

Thank you. Congratulations on your amazing gladiator and God bless you as well

[@mailborder]

Happy with my 2024 Canyon AT4 so far. I think you will like that Colorado a lot in the long run.

[@Jason-Samko]

@mailborder so far we are loving it and congratulations on your canyon

[@larrybundy3783]

Great video Jason. Way to keep it real.

[@Jason-Samko]

Thanks

[@robertedwards3822]

I agree with you 100%. I have no brand loyalty. I buy the vehicle made by the company that does the best job designing and building their product. Today that is the Chevy Colorado ZR2 (which I bought 3 months ago and LOVE it). Toyota used to own that crown but TODAY the Colorado has the Best value, best capability and much better ownership experience. Bonus: The Colorado is Made in the USA

[@Jason-Samko]

Agree 100%

[@valdius85]

I watch because you often give decent advice on technical matters. My Forester is the first SUV in my life and I don’t have experience going anywhere where roads are risky. Where I go in Japan, ordinary local roads in the forest are sketchy. Not to mention in the winter.

[@Jason-Samko]

Forester is amazing suv

[@goingdiecast]

I’m a new sub and I can honestly say I like the fact that you give “the good, the bad and the ugly” about every truck. I’m looking to buy a new truck in the next 6 months or so and that’s the reason I’m here. Thank you for your honest and educational reviews - good AND bad. 👍🏻👍🏻💯💯

[@Jason-Samko]

Thank you.

[@Ogdin3]

There is always someone looking to get mad about something.

[@Jason-Samko]

Very true

[@JohnDoe-rb6yj]

I’m enjoying the content and thank you for your efforts! Half the year I’m hunting extensively, the other half I use my truck for work hauling a lot. I’m torn between a jeep gladiator rubicon and a full size.

[@Jason-Samko]

@JohnDoe-rb6yj lots of great options. If I didn't need to fit in the tight places I do (tight swamp roads and lots of brush) I'd be in a ram tradesman powerwagon. Best of all worlds. Super capable off road with the front lockers and sway bar disconnect, affordable and just a little bigger that a ram 1500 and smaller than a ford 250. Plenty of room for family or gear and a rock solid hemi motor and priced in the 50sto low 60s depending on options.

[@DouglasB65]

Totally enjoy your channel and straightforwardness. I buy what I want, and not whatever anybody says to buy. It's my money, my decision and the one who has to live with it, good or bad. I have no brand loyalty because over the many years and many vehicles, everyone of them has their quirks and issues. I just bought a 2024 Nissan Frontier Pro 4X in August based off of reviews, test driving it, and reputation of Nissan trucks, and by watching you. You give your honest opinion and know that you will keep doing so. Keep doing what you're doing and thank you for what you do Jason👍

[@Jason-Samko]

@DouglasB65 thanks. and congratulations on the pro4x.

[@Whiskeybende]

I see your channel for what it is and I'm fine with that. I don't have to agree or disagree. I enjoy hearing your take on things and I enjoy the information you get and share with us. Everyone should get what works best for them. There's a vehicle out there that fits someone's lifestyle perfectly. I would never tell anyone they bought crap just because it wouldn't fit my lifestyle. That's just dumb. I actually enjoy hearing why a certain vehicle fits someone's needs. It broadens my knowledge.

[@Jason-Samko]

Thank you. And agree 100%

[@prtube1]

I believe most of us fallow you for the unbiased reviews, which is what matters. No vehicle is perfect, some prefer a brand or 2 or maybe 3. The truth is if you don’t cover brands I like, what’s the point to stick around… And it is impossible for you to own everyone of them. Now with that being said, sometimes we get a surprise from a brand that decides to make things right. At the end Knowledge is power. And there are vehicles I will never own or fallow and I have my reason. Other than that I applaud you for your honesty.

[@Jason-Samko]

Excellent points and well said

[@Roberto-br5st]

I look forward to hear all your plus and minus about the zr2. Im looking at the canyon and the ranger. I will have to drive both to see what I like best. It is nice to hear what you think about the different vehicles. I too have no brand loyalty. Im just looking for info about the trucks to make an informed decision before purchase. Thanks for all the hard work you put into the channel, I really appreciate it.

[@Jason-Samko]

Will be making more vids on the pros and cons after I have more miles on it. But so far loving it

[@mikekoerner3992]

do not worry, i have no brand loyalty, been with gm for years, just bought a 2024 f150 xlt

[@bryanbuoni8111]

Hi Jason - discovered your channel 2 days ago. Thank you for all your work! Would love your recommendation on a truck for an 80 mile / day commute, plus weekend chores (live in a rural area). Want something that will go the distance and has a proven track record. Thank you, sir, and Happy Thanksgiving!

[@Jason-Samko]

I'm a 40k mile a year driver as well. You said something that will go the distance. So assuming you want ro keep it for 200k miles or so or 5 years. If so my advice would be look at these. Midsize: frontier, Ridgeline, or gladiator. Fullsize. Ford 150 with coyote or ram with a 3.6 or hemi. HD ram with hemi, ford 250 with 6.8 or 7.3.

[@bryanbuoni8111]

@@Jason-Samko - love the work you are doing on the channel, and appreciate you taking the time to respond. This is helpful!

[@Jason-Samko]

@bryanbuoni8111 thank you

[@raulvega4151]

Right to the point Jason 👍🏼 happy Thanksgiving to you and your family

[@Jason-Samko]

Happy Thanksgiving!

[@2024Alfredo]

I used to be a Toyota guy. Since i had a Tacoma. But now i have a Silverado with a Duramax . It has been solid. Better mpg, space and looks just as good. I think of what i missed as a fan of just 1 brand.

[@Jason-Samko]

Lots of amazing trucks out there

[@b3nodedev330]

Thanks Jason! Always appreciate your take on the industry and enjoy your content. Keep it up! As someone that has had a lot of vehicles over the years from several brands I completely agree with you. Thinking of doing the same as I'm also looking at getting rid of the "beloved" 4Runner and getting into a Canyon AT4X.

[@Jason-Samko]

Theb4 runner was amazing and it truly is the ultimate vehicle for long term owners. But there are so many other amazing vehicles out there to. Canyon is definitely one of those amazing ones today!

[@cj5trackerat]

Awesome video! Hey, do you think you could do a review on the new 2.7 Ford ranger and compare those to your fleet sometime? Have a great day! Thanks!

[@Jason-Samko]

Hope too soon! Just need to find a ranger with the 2.7. It's as hard as trying to find a ranger raptor!

[@traebishop3846]

I'm a Ford guy, but I've owned a Chevy Monte Carlo, a 95 K1500, and a 09 Silverado. I also have an 87 dodge power ram that is a show truck, and it runs well. What's my point? My point is, I love Ford's, we just bought my wife an expedition, but you want to know something? If I go with another 1500 when I get rid of my F-150, it's probably going to be a Chevy. Again I love Ford's, but I'm going to get whatever I can get the best deal on, that has what I want and fits my lifestyle and my uses for it. I won't be leaving the channel, I enjoy getting the info on how to deal and what the best deals are. I also enjoy seeing someone with a plethora of different vehicles, and who gives their honest opinions of them. Keep doing your thing Jason, I personally love it.

[@Jason-Samko]

Very well said. Find the deals enjoy all the brands and have fun. And thank you

[@archer7141]

I found this channel thru your hunting channel. I really appreciate your knowledge, tips, tricks and especially your honesty when it comes to bow hunting and truck/tool content. I’ve been a Toyota guy for the last 15 years but now they are not producing any SUV or truck I’m remotely interested in. Colorado Trail Boss is at the top of my list when I trade in my 2021 4Runner.

[@Jason-Samko]

Glad you are loving all the channels. Thanks.

[@jlautomotive6349]

I found you with the Gladiator videos as I own a Gladiator but I love all your content and work!

[@Jason-Samko]

Thanks

[@jmyers6175]

Not interested without the tacoma. Don't hate. Just not interested. Good luck. If you return to toyota I'm back. Enjoy your videos on stocking truck for off road.

[@harleychick1122]

I'm a loyal fan, Jason! I've learned so much valuable information from you! ❤

[@Jason-Samko]

Love hearing that. Thanks

[@marman9078]

Never been loyal to a specific company, although I have had more Jeep products in my 42 years of driving (Ford is 2nd). Great vids and really like the reviews.

[@Jason-Samko]

Agree 100. And same here. Most of my vehicles have been jeep and fors

[@davidmengle8269]

The brand loyalty I have is to a good product. I have 2 kia's and almost 200,000 miles on the one. No major issues with either. Three jeeps so far and nothing but issues. Three strikes and I'm out.

[@hummyhero1484]

I bought a 2024 Toyota tundra because of where i live and the dealers of all brands i got the best deal. And i couldn’t care less that its a Toyota. I’ve worked in the automotive industry for 25 years and all brands have had and still have there problems with there vehicles and the people that build them. People aren’t perfect and the vehicles they make aren’t neither. Every truck we buy has its positives and negatives. Parts come from all over the world for every truck made today. Just get what you want and or need then don’t worry about it people.

[@Jason-Samko]

Well said

[@paulgordo7505]

Great content, will keep watching the truck stuff, would take a Colorado or Nissan, whatever deal is better, but can't afford anything now, on A FIXED INCOME!

[@shannoncasper8670]

Not really any of my business what kind of maintenance your wife is, but she's got good taste in trucks! I'm jealous!!

[@Jason-Samko]

@@shannoncasper8670 she also has great taste in men😂😂

[@keithivey1082]

Man you trip. That's, why I follow you.

[@camperwoodworks]

The only brand I'm currently loyal to is Honda because my wife works at the Alliston, Ontario plant. So we will have at least 1 Honda at home. The second car will be whatever we want.

[@Jason-Samko]

@@camperwoodworks perfect

[@gr8_22-15]

Completely agree. It’s why I like your channel. I just bought a 2025 ram rebel 1500. Love it! However I can tell you what bothers me too. One being the cheap out on the headlights and tail lights and got those reflector style LEDs instead of the classic ram headlights and tail lights. Only the limited tungsten and RA show got the good headlights or normal headlights. Every previous year rebels had the nice headlights too just like Laramie.

[@Jason-Samko]

Yep all this cost reduction hidden stuff. All trucks suffer from it one way or another

[@The-Jokes-on-You]

Damn Jason, I've been watching for about 6 months you have even commented on some of my comments. Usually I tune out the whole "like & subscribe" plea by just about every KZbinr simply because if I like the content I usually subscribe. Here I sit asking myself why haven't I subscribed to this channel? I don't know because I usually love your content, WTF is wrong with me? I fixed it, love the unbiased approach & honest takes don't change.

[@Jason-Samko]

Thank you. Greatly appreciated

[@camperwoodworks]

Fanboys are the best! They are what make the comment section entertaining 🎉

[@jamesshaver7977]

Screw these people man. Even though I want a zr2. I’ve been watching before you got one. However I like your info that you provide. Keep your head up and screw the haters

[@frederickemmerick7730]

I looking to buy a 24 Canyon AT4, but I will check out the ZR2

[@Jason-Samko]

Both amazing trucks

[@mickeytate2592]

I have a 2019 Tacoma that I am satisfied with. Love that it doesnt have the Engine StartStop. Like the truck in general too. However, i think the Chevy Colorado is the best looking midsize out there. My onky concern with all the new trucks is the turbos. Maybe they will prove to be reliable longterm. We'll see.

[@Jason-Samko]

Hard to beat a 3rd gen taco for reliability

[@Kingswood7189]

To be honest, I do have a bit of bias towards/for dodge/chrysler products as 4 out of 7 vehicles my family and I have owned are such. That said, all of the vehicles, regardless of brand, have had a quirk or 3 that either made them unique or made them potentially unreliable. But theyve been pretty solid rigs as long as I take/have taken care of them. We currently have our '04 durango (5.7l v8) with 202k miles, '05 sebring (2.4l i4) with 151k miles, and our most recent '06 quest (3.5l v6) with 96k miles. Our mother/mother-in-law has an '03 galant (2.4l i4) with 219k miles. Beyond driving what your comfortable with, there really is no point in brand loyalty, just my $0.02. :)

[@Jason-Samko]

Agree 100%

[@thomassalamonsen1759]

I understand what your saying, I was convinced for a while that Toyota was the best for reliability. However I have owned a Silverado for almost 20 years with minimal problems . I was looking at the Tacoma for a while went with the Colorado instead because it offered more for my money. If it lasts as long as my Silverado is probably not gonna happen. Most brands are way too complicated now. which is by design it would seem.

[@Jason-Samko]

@@thomassalamonsen1759 agree. All trucks today are going the same way as the refrigerator. Used to be able to buy a fridge for 300 and it would last 25 years. Now they are 3000 and last 5 years.

[@richardkim4895]

Jason, a bit off topic...but any thoughts on Nissan executive saying they have 12-14 months cash left?

[@Jason-Samko]

All scare tactics in my mind. I don't think nissan is going anywhere.

[@wendehorn6314]

I have a question if i may... What kind of fuel do you use for the ZR2? 87, 89 or 93?

[@Jason-Samko]

@@wendehorn6314 I'm using 87

[@ferretapocalypse]

I don’t give a crap what you or anyone else owns. As the saying goes “you do you boo”. I followed you for truck stuff. It just so happens I love my 20 year old tundra. No truck made today will make it to 270K with no issues.

[@Jason-Samko]

That tundra will run forever!

[@KayBertoss]

I came for the Tacoma content at first. I’m enjoying the new content. I’ve been well served by Toyota trucks as I keep my vehicles a long time. I’ve only had 3 vehicles in the last 32 years. 1992 Toyota Truck, 2003 Nissan Pathfinder and now my 2020 Tacoma. We need reliable transportation as we are not well off and somewhat thrifty. All vehicles were well maintained from the get go. I enjoy your content and perspective. I really like the ZR2. But I’ll watch others spend and report.

[@Jason-Samko]

Hard to beat the 3rd gen taco for a long term truck. And glad you are enjoying the vids

[@Rich-eg6qb]

We have 3 Toyotas, a 24 4runner TRD Pro, a 20 Tundra TRD off road and a 19 RAV4. I've had great luck with them. Ive also had great luck with Ford products. I was a Datsun/Nissan fan into the 1990s. Then I went to Ford, and currently I'm with Toyota. If I were to buy a mid sized truck I would get the one you have.

[@Jason-Samko]

Yep lots of amazing trucks out there. Now that I'm in south Georgia (no rust here) it amazes me how many Datsun trucks are on the road still here

[@andymckane7271]

You are doing a great job, Jason. Keep up the fabulous work. I'll admit that when I but a car, I try to buy one that will make my wife happy. What's wrong with that? Car salespeople who are stupid, may tell either one of us that we "are stupid" by trying to buy a car, a microwave, a toaster or anything else that our wives like. I've known several car salesmen who were gems as far as being human beings---really decent human beings---are concerned. For every really decent car sales person I've known, I've probably known ten others who I wouldn't refer anyone to. If you were selling cars, new or used, I'd put my trust in everything you said. Happy Thanksgiving to a very nice and decent guy and his family. I'm certain Tina is proud of you. You're a gem. She must be, too! Andy McKane.

[@Jason-Samko]

Thanks. Agree I see about rhw same 1 great dealer for about every 8 or 9 shady ones. Happy Thanksgiving to you as well

[@Torch4Life]

Not to rag on your GM Jason, but a thing you might check is your fuse box in the engine compartment. Open the lid on it & press down on every breaker in it & see if they're still coming out of production not seated. It could help to do it if they're loose & let us know what you found. Mine's a jul23 I think & every one was not fully seated & a couple were just barely there at all. Krap GMs, you kno 😁

[@Jason-Samko]

Will check it. Thanks

[@MickeyCh00]

So there is still a lot of brand loyalty out there. When I was younger, I bought whatever older car I could afford, brand didn't matter. Then later in '88 I bought my first new Chevy PU. Drove those for serval years, then wondered why the Ford 150 is so popular. So I bought one, didn't like it, and sold it for my wife's red Mustang convertible. Been driving Chevys since. Recently bought a '24 Colorado Z71, MT Truck of The Year. Great truck, but Now planing on ordering a '25 ZR2. Worst milage, but I want the 3" lift. 🤷‍♂

[@Jason-Samko]

Yep lots of amazing trucks out there!

[@D41Michigan]

I'm with you Jason. I'm not a brand loyalist either (my dad is a GM guy all the way tho) I've had everything from jeeps to chevys to fords...even a Kia and a mitsubishi.. had a saturn at one point too and my truck is the 1st Nissan anything I've had. I don't even think my Frontier is the greatest thing out there. It's a good solid truck. Doesn't stand out in any one area but at the same time, isn't the bottom in any one area either. I even have a video of my 5 nitpicks about the Frontier....most of them I've fixed. I ain't going nowhere brother

[@Jason-Samko]

Yep life is too short to just follow one brand. So many great trucks out there

[@m67lovelace]

I do like my Toyota’s but I also love other brands. I guess my heart goes back to Ford which I don’t see any fords in your stable lol. I did use your advice in making my last purchase. I LIKE CARS. Thanks for your content.

[@Jason-Samko]

Love ford. Owned more ford's that all others combined. 9 f150s! 5 explores. We raised our kids in f150 and explore combos.

[@davidr6045]

Keep up the good work. The people I know that had new Toyotas sold them and the ones that wanted to buy them did not. I’m a little skeptical on most new products today. Would probably buy a heavy duty F250 if I had to. Towing and cargo capacity are paramount for me.

[@Jason-Samko]

If I didn't need small trucks to fit thru the swamp trails I'd go right to an HD life a ram power wagon or supeduty 250. Love the HD trucks