Bargains vs Budget Busters! The Cheapest and Most Expensive Trucks At The 2024 Chicago Auto Show!

[@Therearethosewhocallmetim78]

Great video! I love the budget models.

[@TFLtalk]

Glad you like them!

[@strykerentllc]

@@TFLtalk Missed Jeep & RAM altogether. Mentioned the Gladiator but never got to it.

[@rossthompson4990]

@@strykerentllc They were not present.

[@strykerentllc]

@@rossthompson4990 Thanks. That explains it and TFL should've mentioned it. That move says they're in $ trouble so it should get interesting real fast.

[@gsitzkowitz]

Seems like all the full size trucks are budget busters.

[@pewpewtactical5288]

It wouldn’t be an episode of TFL without Andre being reminded he doesn’t have cruise control in his Colorado 😂

[@SaintSpecter]

“Yes dude.” *Andre voice*.

[@IAmTheGuy1477]

I love it 😂😂

[@JohnC-hj3dr]

They should make a shirt that says have you seen my cruise control!!!!

[@davedaveson7211]

Cruise control is for the weak anyway

[@cashkenterprises5584]

Poor Andre😂😂😂

[@Deadwood1919]

Would need to be a comparative (to others), because $40k is not a bargain for a basic truck. 6-figure price tags is beyond 'budget buster', it's "insane price gouging"

[@myrrhavm]

Exactly. I wish I knew where all these peoples money trees were so I could claim some.

[@QCJSiteB]

Thank you. I can’t believe they’re talking about 77k and up and debating if it’s a bargain or not. Like gtfo of here.

[@adamhatcher6620]

I would love to have the iforce TRD red and black Tacoma or the raptor ranger and I would go get one tomorrow if they were fairly priced. It's a horrible financial decision to go get in debt for any 50k+ vehicle if you don't make 200k a year

[@jimsteinway695]

15 years ago a 1/2 ton truck was about 1/10 the price of a base Porsche 911. Now they have 1/2 tons that are the SAME price as a base 911. That’s gouging plain and simple

[@myrrhavm]

@@jimsteinway695 Not gouging. It’s Porsche people buying trucks and want “Porsche” like performance. It’s all dumb. It’s like believing inflation isn’t real and the border is secure.

[@ChicagoBob123]

If you are thinking 40k is affordable then you been shopping trucks too long.

[@hobojon44]

i think its Porsche

[@mplslawnguy3389]

That's the new reality. $40K IS affordable in today's truck market. But you're going to get a turbo 6 or turbo 4 with no 4X4.

[@ChicagoBob123]

@@mplslawnguy3389 better of buying the Nisan for 30k and 6500lbs of towing

[@kbe0530]

If people stop paying ridiculous prices then manufacturers can’t justify it.

[@flakes369]

@@mplslawnguy3389 In what way is it affordable? The median salary in the US is around $50k. A 40K truck is 80% of the median wage. In no way is that affordable to the average person. Just because it is he cheapest available, does not mean that it is affordable.

[@davedaveson7211]

Like frogs in luke warm water we are slowly being boiled into thinking these prices are ok. They aren't. I would love to see just how much profit is made off the sale of one of these trucks. I am certain that we would all become very angry when we see its pure greed and not some razor sharp margin.

[@kumudukulasekara6684]

Since the late 90's manufacturers have been trying to convince people they need a truck rather than cars. Truck prices are too cheap. The question is 'do you need a truck' if you never use the bed and the back seats rarely?

[@jimsteinway695]

I think it’s the opposite Everyone is waking up Porsche did this too. No matter how small the dealer is they always had a 911 turboS on the floor. It was $200k. They were gaslighting everyone to get used to a $200,000 911

[@adamhatcher6620]

No one buy any! That's how we stop the price gouging. I want a nice new truck I have never had one but I refuse to over pay

[@rogerrussell9544]

@@kumudukulasekara6684 For a 6'1" average build, you need something bigger than the typical small car, and larger cars are no longer available.

[@ButterfatFarms]

I'm sure you run your business on razor thin margins. After all it's not about rewarding yourself for your hard work, it's about giving the customer the best deal possible. Also stockholders can suck it. 😂

[@myrrhavm]

$44,000 for a standard cab vinyl seat, plastic door panels and floor with crank up windows is far from cheap or a bargain. Good luck finding one of those on a lot too. That’s probably a special order and they’ll charge for that.

[@Bobstone2131]

Not only are trucks too expensive, but the additional forced upgrade packages are getting out of hand.

[@adamnagel7436]

And then the idiots in the comments compain that every truck doesnt have every feature under the sun and the ability to rock crawl. The consumers are stupid unfortunately. And if a few buy expensive trucks they dont have to worry about making them for the masses. They are making money.

[@michaelchevreaux7780]

​@@adamnagel7436 Don't Worry About The Fools That Pay Anything. Remember That PT Barnum Said a Fool IS Born Every Minute.

[@tomdavis8757]

No one is forcing you to do anything

[@henrysboy2]

The new trucks are incredible. Refined. Great technology. Very capable. But to just state what so many have - they are just unaffordable. I don’t know how many of these they plan to sell and to who. But the prices are a jaw dropper.

[@TheCapn23]

They are selling.

[@richfarfugnuven6308]

The reason they are so expensive, is because they sell like ice cubes in Hell...

[@shiftymcgee9359]

I have nothing to back this up, but maybe it’s becoming more profitable to sell lower volumes at the highest prices for general buyers. Fleet sales are another monster, but fewer trucks means fewer people on production lines. Just a guess with zero evidence.

[@adamhatcher6620]

I don't think they are selling and just because some sell doesn't mean the person can afford what they went in debt for

[@cwqrpportable]

If you don't have a business but only buy a truck to sit up higher than others, etc, maybe it's time to buy another type of vehicle you can afford or buy a used truck.

[@lordcorgi6481]

That moment when you realize you're poor since none of these seem like a bargain 🙃

[@Sam-xt5gb]

More and more people are importing old kei trucks for this reason.

[@sclark805]

Started building a new Ranger on the website and quickly realized how much easier life will be to buy used. These prices are stupid.

[@mperuski100]

I was looking at 1/2 ton trucks 5 years old and 100k miles. They still wanted 38k.

[@just4ivaylo92]

Chevy launched the Colorado refresh at the right time. Toyota is going to wipe the floor with anyone. And Ford will be left with very poor demand for the Ranger. Abysmal looks and pricing.

[@Sean-sz7zo]

​@@just4ivaylo92 111k for the Raptor 😂😂😂

Great video!!! For my budget, it's either the Maverick or the Frontier!! Everything else is too expensive!

[@QCJSiteB]

It’s not just you…. It’s most people. But ford don’t want to make more mavericks so we get ….well, not much.

[@tgoods44]

As the owner of a 22 Frontier S, I would recommend it. It's a very nice, well mannered towing vehicle for 36k.

[@cwqrpportable]

@@tgoods44 It looks like a nice mid size truck

[@whodey59]

My 2024 Frontier is excellent. A lot of truck for the bucks.

[@SSgt-]

My dad was in the HVAC business for almost 50 years, he never bought loaded trucks for the company. I remember him buying 1973 C10 customs for $2600 and him complaining about the price. Later in life he started buying used fleet trucks for the crews. The last new personnel truck he bought was a 91 D250 with Cummins @ $18k, i can’t imagine what he’d say about prices if he were still with us. 🤦‍♂️

[@arcanondrum6543]

Reagan created a monster. Profit is not enough now. It's profit growth thanks to Reaganomics.

[@J.Young808]

The prices would give him a heart attack/stroke/aneurysm 1 or all 3. I can’t believe how much trucks are. I remember wanting a 1991 Toyota 4x4 Pickup (Hilux) regular cab 4-cylinder with manual; shift, windows, locks and hubs on sale for $11,000 from $16,000. Now 33 years later in January 2024 I just bought a 2023 Tacoma Access Cab TRDOff Road base for $41,000 out the door after all taxes and fees here in Hawai’i.

[@SSgt-]

@@J.Young808 Aloha, I was stationed at Kaneohe MCAS 83-86.

[@ak1ranger]

I was so excited about the new Tacoma since I have had three of them over the years. I was all set to order a 2024 TRD Sport 4x4 optioned up and my local dealer....after laughing at me for expecting to get one in the next 6 months gave me a price of $60,880. I have a 2017 Tacoma SR5 4x4 double cab long bed with navigation and all options that I ordered in 2016. Paid $34,520 for it. Uhhhh, what? Even an SR5 with the long bed 4x4 now is $50K. Im out, done, this is crazy. On Monday Im buying an unsold 2022 RAM 1500 Classic Warlock quad cab, long box with navigation, the tech, luxury and protection packages. MSRP $52400, paying $39980.

[@just4ivaylo92]

I built a 4x4 2024 SR. As base as you can get. 38.5k gets you less horsepower, less torque, and less towing than an AWD Maverick with the tow package lol. And that's the Focus/Escape platform.

[@ButterfatFarms]

So a top level trim unsold 2022 4th gen Ram 1500 that first hit the market in 2009, and for some odd reason (entry level pricing?) has been kept in production alongside the 5th gen Ram that hit the market in 2019, and is already in its 6th year of production. But hey if it's a new truck with a full warranty and the price is right and you don't mind living in the past, I can see that being a good deal! I can also see why it's a '22 and still unsold until now. The dealer was no doubt happy to see you. I hope you got a smoking hot deal on it cuz you should. :)

[@ButterfatFarms]

​@@just4ivaylo92yeah it's the C-Class compact platform that also underpins the Bronco Sport and about six other models in addition to the Focus and Escape. The Maverick is tapping all that pent up demand for a compact affordable truck.

[@zmotorpro]

Arrg! I was really hoping the camera would catch the payload sticker on that trailhunter! TFL should do that by default on every offroad vehicle by pointing out the payload while zooming in on the payload sticker.

[@loneapple440]

Nice video of the trucks and cars. but prices are crazy.

[@Parker53151]

PLEASE borrow one of those ARMY trucks and use it to (1) run the Ike Gauntlet, and (2) run the off-road trails at TFL Farm. PLEASE!

[@braydonthompson29]

trucks are getting crazy expensive. glad i got my maverick when i did. keep up the great work guys!

[@faceup5]

Great video of all the nice but super expensive trucks. No way I would pay $45k and above for a truck so I bought a Maverick and if I need anything bigger, I'll just rent it for the day and invest that extra $15k I saved. Thanks for showing us around the show. Very appreciated.

[@friarbruin89]

Full size trucks are no longer "blue collar" - they're the trucks of the upper middle class. Construction business owners and executives.

[@renevelez9444]

The pricing categories: Highway Robbery Lane(Market Price) , Poverty Lane(Market Plus Wish List) , Fast and Furious Lane(Market But you are Broke and In divorce Court) , 1% Lane(Market for the Uber Rich).

[@craig8638]

F250 at a local was marked up to 102k!!! It’s a freaking truck. You can get an insanely good luxury car for that much money.

[@michaelchevreaux7780]

Less Money 🤑💰

[@FrankD71864]

The one thing Ridgeline has that I wish my Maverick had is the 60/40 split fold up rear seat.

[@FrankD71864]

12,000 sold in January? I helped with that number, and I love my Maverick XLT.

[@zackamanda9799]

36:20 The rims on this Frontier remind me of the rims on the first generation Pathfinder , pretty cool.

[@CrumbsQ]

25:01 🤣 "Too soon" 😂

[@Shopsmith10er]

Without discussing price, I had closely looked over a Ford Raptor at a dealer showroom. It's just an image toy. The snapped on plastic surrounds and exposed underside wiring looms appears potential trouble for even general off-road. Guess I just expected better for this day and age. That aside, the assembly quality wasn't there. The offset gaps at the tailgate and body. Also noted distorted rubber gasketing and trim.

[@2151abell]

Just so you know TLF...I appreciate each and every video you people produce for our entertainment. I do realize all the work and time and money that must go into to them... THANK YOU !

[@stevekniess3665]

The cyber truck is an updated Chevy lumina van. Silhouette lol

[@Angelboy99]

I don’t understand they didn’t do a Santafe PHEV or EV when they rebooted it. It has a lot of features you don’t find in Chevy or Ford comparables

[@GXMAN16]

Tacoma's prices are ridiculous, I bought the first TRD Pro manual cement grey in 2017 for 40k flat. Today the PRO will be 55k, since the a loaded up Taco on their site is 55k. This is ridiculous, and I'm getting the Ranger Raptor all day every day for 55k than a loaded Taco and even a Pro Taco.

[@user-ww7wf7yb6x]

Your videos are always excellent. I look forward to the extensive level of detail that you go into. Keep up the great work!

[@ericsommerfeld8005]

Welcome to Chicago, guys! You got great weather this weekend! 🙌

[@mikelamberth9975]

The question becomes how much higher before trucks are priced beyond the reach of all but the very wealthy? On the positive side it appears that the decade of gray, white, silver, and black is over, nice to see so many bright blues, reds and yellow vehicles.

[@secondcreekworkshop3908]

If only Toyota and Nissan would get back to making a compact truck for the USA, the new Hilux Champ would be a great start for Toyota and it looks better than the Tacoma and Tundra and its a proper regular cab.

[@davidsleeman1611]

What about the Ram?

[@Davido50]

Love the all new Ranger! The gen2 '19-23 was awesome. 💯

[@darrtetzy]

For future reference, whenever you hit a location with loud background music, mute that segment of the video in editing and add voice-over. Note the reason for the audio change with a quick explanation and never have to skip over something important again.

[@J.Young808]

I can’t believe how much trucks are. I remember wanting a 1991 Toyota 4x4 Pickup (Hilux) regular cab 4-cylinder with manual; shift, windows, locks and hubs on sale for $11,000 from $16,000. Now 33 years later in January 2024 I just bought a 2023 Tacoma Access Cab TRDOff Road base for $41,000 out the door after all taxes and fees here in Hawai’i (both trucks were at Servco Honolulu)

[@climbhigh96]

Great job finishing this year 🙌🏽 👏🏽 and thanks for sharing the video with some good tunes 🔊 🎶 🎸 👍🏽

[@untheist5533]

Could you guys try to start w/the cheaper trucks then work you way to the Super Duty(s) type trucks that most of us can’t afford anyway.

[@aaronbarkus6458]

I knew jeep was backing out of auto shows but i didnt realize they fully gave up 😭 the only American company able to hold up is Ford, dodge is italian and GM has been running on tax dollars for far to long

[@Dusdaddy]

Except the most American made truck there was the Honda Ridgeline, probably followed by the Tundra. From parts to assembly.

[@Threnody248]

Hate to break it to ya but Ford gets more in subsidies than GM - by only a few hundred thousand, but still.

[@lesterng5748]

@@Dusdaddy maybe cybertruck might be most usa content ?

[@paulhunter9613]

@@lesterng5748 he is confused…

[@Dusdaddy]

@@lesterng5748 You are correct! Totally forgot about that one?

[@JarmelSingsKaraoke]

🔥You Guys Did A Great Job At The Show

[@markderoller7645]

This and the car discussion were awesome.

[@willjam465]

The Ranger Raptor could be a bargain if you can get a dealer to sell at sticker. Seeing serious mark-ups on them by dealers. Would love one, but refuse to pay.

[@ek6541]

I enjoyed the price analysis and you guys open my eyes to possibly going with a midsize in the future as my full size is getting older! Thank you for all the great work you do.

[@RedHawkish]

Honda Pilot - Why can't they move the push button transmission controls near the steering wheel. I would so appreciate having more storage space between driver and passenger. bring back the column shifters.

[@hooptietime4427]

We were recently in the market for a 3 row crossover. The new Pilot was high on my list until I saw the push buttons. 🤮

[@XLER8TER]

The only way prices will ever come down is if the government regulates the vehicle market and set limits on how long you could finance a vehicle. Can you imagine what would happen if you could only finance a vehicle for 4 years. A 75,000 truck at zero percent interest would be 1562.5 a month.

[@dvuemedia]

I agree, also the banks need to stop lending stupid amounts of money for these trucks, at least require 20% down payment. Let see who can come up with $20k down payment.

[@huntmachine4505]

I bought a 2023 Toyota Tacoma SR 4x4 Access Cab 4 cylinder a few months ago specifically because it was a BARGAIN. $33,800 MSRP, purchase price, $32,400. Does all the truck stuff 95% of us need. Get while there are still some left at dealerships!

[@J.Young808]

I really wish I could have gotten one as well last summer. My dad bought the same with the SX package for my stepmom on Maui from Honolulu Servco Toyota for $34,000 out the door and I got my TRD Off Road base in January 2024 for $41,000 out the door. I really was limited in the availability since the 2024’s were only a few weeks from the docks here. I got the 2023 since the clamshell of the ACab is going away for 2024.

[@ryansheard8092]

Great video guys! BTW, y'all were fortunate to get your Tacoma at MSRP. Fred Haas Toyota here in Spring, TX is adding about $4500 to MSRP for those of us peasants (😂) who are would be buyers. I assume thats the same across the country right now.

[@czwhat328]

Don’t give in, tell them you lost a customer for life.

[@ryansheard8092]

@czwhat328 ehh, it's where the market is. I'm not butt hurt and they know that there are thousands of people willing to pay over MSRP. Dealers and manufacturers aren't the problem. The average person is.

[@mrbob9556]

@@ryansheard8092 Same thing with real estate.🍺🍺

[@J.Young808]

Is that where they got theirs? I don’t remember

[@JCWWRacing905]

The retro themed Frontier is pretty cool, the gloss black nose idk but the rest is neat. My family had an old Pathfinder years ago and the tough Nissan stuff still has some pull for me

[@QCJSiteB]

The ranger raptor isn’t a bargain. Because the dealer will add 15k, like they add 5-6k to the mavericks. And then it’s 70k like every other full size truck you showed.

[@clifgavin8568]

Great video! The Toyotas are on target with most all features EXCEPT the lack of auto 4WD and a/c vents in the back.

[@scottneal2738]

NEWS!!!!! So I talked to a dealership and after the information passed around about no big markups with Ford. This dealership said the Ranger Raptor will be marked up by $10k over sticker price. 🤦🏻‍♂️I was interested when thinking $56k-$60k but over $65k....WTF. Looks like I will keep to XL or XLT.

[@Gryllus2501]

Marine Corps ordered 250 RG31 Mk5E mine-resistant ambush-protected (MRAP). it's $227.4m for 250. so $909,600‬.

[@elizavala4347]

Show us the nissan versa, or a chevette. Those sre bound to fit my budget

[@Robiam85]

Imagine building a basic 4x4 truck without all the crap and selling it for $30k OTD. Most of these new trucks will never sell.

[@rose415]

The big 3 stop with ranger size trucks then market the full size truck and then turn into a luxury grocery getter. Very few cafe rules and huge markup.

[@matthoffman8162]

Tow hooks as the lowest point on departure angle? And whats up with raptors still running those tiny rear shock frame brackets?

[@AlcheMinister]

Where is the bathroom in those trucks? No Shower or lawn edition either?

[@bryanphipps9131]

Great video gentlemen! I'll stick with my 2003 GMC Sierra Denali Quadrasteer, most comfortable seats ever. It will also out maneuver all trucks still at 20 years old. If you can find one, you guys need to test drive and showcase it.

[@J.Young808]

Those rims are from the 1990’s Hardbody pickups and Pathfinders.

[@anthonya8412]

For 2nd owner value, used with mileage all those offers seemed fair. Actually some higher than expected. For owners selling to buy a new vehicle it’s actually sometimes better to trade in for the vehicle you want because compare the trade in price plus the savings in sales tax from that and add the two together and then compare if you can sell it for more then that as a private sale. Sometimes those numbers are greater then selling private party and no hassles or risks. Then having to pay the next vehicle entire sales tax. If you selling a newer vehicle private party and own it out right. Don’t say in your ad or on phone call you have the title. Say in ad title with local bank and schedule showings during banking hours. That way you won’t be a target to thief’s.

[@J.Young808]

If only Hawai’i did that but they don’t.

[@lukesworkout2232]

My first car was a 1977ish Plymouth Volare. I wish they would make a cars and trucks like that again, but add today's power train and suspension technology.

[@GP80888]

I think the Canyon Elevation is a deal when you consider it’s an upgraded Trailboss.

[@davestvwatching2408]

The "bargain" trucks are more likely to be shown at auto shows run by dealer groups. My pick would be the full size ones with a little bit of an appearance package so think Tundra SR5, F150 STX, Chevrolet Custom, Ram Big Horn. All of the mid size trucks are too FratBoy/HighSchool jock off road to be legitimate now.

[@chuckconnors615]

It is hilarious to watch all the CONTENT CREATORS colliding into each other on the Auto Show floor!!!!

[@kingpin3919]

Awesome walkaround fellas

[@chriskeys5653]

You guys should talk more about the ford xl . I would like to see a show on base modle trucks off road capabilaty

[@Sean-g4o]

Mark Allen retiring is a huge blow to Jeep. Set aside the expense of the product for a minute, he always had that traditional vision that I think long time Jeep enthusiasts appreciated. I fear for the future of this product with the Stellantis ownership. To me they clearly do not understand Jeep Americana and if it were up to them, want to be Range Rover (look at the new design as it screams RR Velar). I fell away from Jeep last year and after 20 years went to a Bronco WildTrak. I’m really happy with it.

[@Sean-g4o]

I did the exact same thing. I really like my ‘23 WildTrak. And the seats are more comfortable than my ‘21 Wrangler to boot lol.

[@cbo1395]

I would love for you guys to make a video about your personal trucks, why you bought them, how you like them, etc.

[@matthewgrear3260]

I’m ready for my zr2 to arrive!

[@anthonygasparini1734]

I was watching Pick Up Plus. When who comes strolling by? TFL ❤

[@aaronlouviere5797]

I’ve owned 2 Mavericks so far (hybrid & ecoboost) and loved them. That 20k to 25k base price is going to be a deal breaker for many people. Also that old 20k price was for a hybrid, and Ford is now charging extra for that. Idk, Ford went up way too fast on the Mavericks in my opinion for not much change in the truck.

[@just4ivaylo92]

They saw that dealers were making a whole bunch of money on them, especially on the low end. That is why they raised pricing.

[@oldgunowner]

I was told when I ordered my maverick that if I placed an order that the price was msrp with no markup. I ordered and that was the price when it showed up. If the dealer orders the truck for their stock,then the dealer owns it and can charge any amount they wish.

[@TJ-oi5qe]

Totally agree on the Back to the Future movie car thing. So many clean DeLoreans ruined.

[@christianglaude6659]

Stellantis isn't there

[@Dusdaddy]

They couldn't afford the entry fee.

[@doublebackagain4311]

They had nothing new to show.

[@moonrainbow1455]

Have you Sean the mr st I forget but it’s on the tube for across the way I mean country this model would sell like crazy

[@UnrulyTenEight]

$55k for a Ford Ranger! 🤣🤣🤣🤣 Damn those dudes at Ford must go through a ton of clown makeup each day!

[@tc6580]

Yeah what a joke these guys think it's a deal🤡

[@lukehill5478]

I agree with this video 100%. My big issue is I do not want to an force Max. I'm not ready to go full for e into the hybrid world. I also hate the white interior and highly touch areas. I think the 1794 Limited Edition should be 2000 per year with more color options minus the TRD package because I do not do offroad I love the center console safe.

[@DalHarpJr]

Those are old school Pathfinder wheels, refreshed on that new Nissan Frontier..

[@TokenDojo]

Man new car prices are atrocious in such a short amount of time

[@jameslong1644]

sticking with my 07 Tundra 4x4 245k runs like a champ if I ever need an engine I can pick up one with 70k for 4k down the hill.

[@arkhsm]

The MAVERICK looked to be ROOMIER IN THE BACK, than the mid size trucks, lol !!

[@Steven-xj2rf]

Crazy what a difference a year makes. A year ago Colorado and Canyon were new kids on the block. Now they are old news.

[@mplslawnguy3389]

Those have been around for 20 plus years as a replacement for the S-10. What do you mean new kids on the block?

[@kirkwagner461]

At 14:00 is my impression of the current truck market. Everything is expensive, because all the trucks in stock are equiped like luxury sports cars. The roughing it, tough guy truck owner image is becoming an affectation, because so many people are driving around luxo-yachts on wheels as their commuter car, and a vanishingly few are actually driving WORK vehicles. I want to see base model, most capability for the lowest price vehicles. Something I won't mind if it gets a little dirty or scratched or, heaven forbid! Dented!

[@honda116969]

Toyota screwed the pooch with this 🆕 Tacoma everything from pricing to making you have a hybrid that's basically unreparable if you're on a trail.. just a flawed vehicle! Nice video guys as always

[@Mr.Miles24]

Trend is due to the EU and other countries/states like California pushing for EVs in the future 👎🏼

[@johngoodman9380]

I think it's a safe prediction that Nissan's Frontier pickup will sale well in 2024. Most reasonably priced real truck and a naturally aspirated V-6. These small twin-turbo engines are a unknown as far as longevity, I just can't trust them yet. People are right about auto makers and dealers having priced themselves beyond buyers grasp. The money is just not there. What world does the auto industry live in? Do they not hear the buying public crying out?

[@ChicagoBob123]

Dear TFL talk do you have an in depth video out there about the base Nisan Frontier RWD that can tow 6690 pounds? Its starts at 30K is it reliable?

[@justincase9638]

I really like these auto show videos...

[@Wezi427]

I'm really a BIG fan of the Ranger Raptor. It's such a nice looking truck, in my opinion.

[@eddiex72]

That show might say the Zr2 is 48, but I can't find it for less than $55 gentlemen. In fact the GMC sister AT4X and ZR2 list for almost $60 in most places. Not a bargain. Until dealers are forced to drop the prices by spring. There are 2023 listed with with $3,000 to $4000 off. With inflation and a recession, people are NOT buying. Jeep not spending the money to be at the show is your sign. I think people are underestimating that sign. It's much bigger than most think. It's not just a pass on a demo. Great show as always guys. Wish I would've been able to meet you at the show.

[@Dusdaddy]

True. I hate all that "Starts at $xx" for high end models because none of them actually ship like that. I was surprised their Taco Off-road was so stripped.

[@atmartens]

The best overall value has to be a Nissan Frontier or the Honda Ridgeline. I’m not crazy about Nissan reliability, however the Frontier shouldn’t be to bad since it’s more of a progression than a total redesign. Honda, if you can’t get pass people heckling you for owning a Ridgeline, isn’t actually a bad truck. No, it’s not a crazy off roader or will tow large numbers, but for most truck needs it does that and more. I really hope Honda has a new design coming soon. The new Pilot is fantastic and the Passport and Ridgeline are due for a new generation.

[@just4ivaylo92]

The Ridgeline is insanely overpriced for what it is. It's the reason why I ended up with a Maverick, and I owned an Accord before this...

[@aldairperez5464]

I do wish that smaller trucks like the S-10, Sonoma, Dakota, etc. are made. Make them smaller than the Tacoma, Frontier, Colorado/Canyon, and Ranger. That way, it's much cheaper, easier to maneuver, and more fuel efficient.

[@LukeO-1234]

When are you guys reviewing the new 24 ranger?

[@Flying_Dollar_Motorsports]

The Forsberg Edition Frontier has a Nismo cat back exhaust included so theoretically, it should have a little more horse power.

[@stackchn]

It's a shame the compact Rampage 🐏 and Hilux aren't on US shores. We need more vehicles starting around $30k, because not everyone needs leather interior, heated steering wheel,etc...The Maverick has proven the demand for a compact truck.

[@stephenpetersen354]

49.9k for a lightning is a deal? Gotta love how I make it to a career and car prices moved along with it....

[@jvogel431]

Excellent overview of the state of the art and comparison of trucks in America. I just bought a 2023 F150 XLT with the 3.5l Ecoboost. I love it. I also have a Tacoma. I hate the Tesla truck. It is an abomination. I simply can’t believe that truck is actually better for the environment overall.

[@J.Young808]

No EV is better for the environment as the mining of battery elements is toxic and most power lands are coal fired

[@flakes369]

"Bargain" Lmao what a joke

[@benjih6216]

The cybertruck is the most hideous truck at the show, hands down.

[@ScottOwens28]

Does the 2024 Ford Ranger offer a Tremor version/package?

[@ScoobyFermentation]

It does not.

[@dennisberg570]

What about dealer markups in the thousands ? Unwanted dealer add ons ? Shipping ? Set up charges ? Etc , Etc , Etc , . AND 6.00 dollar a gallon fuel ? High Interest on the loan . And Fords warranty issues , recalls ? TIME TO GO FULLY MODERN AND BUY A REAL TRUCK - TESLA CYBERTRUCK