The BEST American Pickup Truck Is...

[@mkaczmarski]

on my second Ram 1500 right now. I was seriously considering switching to a High country after my lease was up on the Ram 1500 but the Ram seats are in a class of its own . The rear seats are not even comparavle. Rear in Chevy feels like a bench and quite honeostly arent confortable. Interior is pretty much even in the both the GM refreah. In the end went for confort and stayed with Ram Laramie

[@joeb2588]

I like the Ram with the 3.6 That would be the one I go with. Good luck with your truck!

[@Jumpjoe4587]

Three vehicles are excellent. It’s personal preference. What do you like more and what do you like? Less in each model has different features that make that decision easy

[@JasPlun]

My dream truck is a resto-moddes 1976 Ford 4x4 ext cab with a 7.3l diesel or a 24 valve cummins swapped engine. Love the looks of that old Ford and I am not a Ford guy, but I would go for one of those oldies!

[@superhawk20002]

As much as I appreciate V8s, esp the Coyote and LS platforms, the only truck I would buy today is the Ford Powerboost. It's a truck meant to be a truck, awesome for work sites and home. I think Ford made a great decision to push it even more.

[@benjaminbrown7127]

Exactly

[@zelenizub2036]

If i need power i get a generator.

[@OrlandoOsuna]

Till the cam phasers fail or you forget to change the oil and the engine locks up 😂

[@MediaStudio-ps4bt]

great for lease, they commonly blow up around 150-200k miles. ford built tough. not so much

[@andysmith5220]

Ive owned mine since 2021 work great in residential areas when quiet times are enforced. I can work at night without noise of generator. Also I'm only burning 1/4 tank gas in generator mode every 8 hours. Additionally if you use a 30 amp plug to 50 when you plug it in and hook up the rv i can run at the full 7200 watts. Best part is runs everything and both a/c units

[@adamdavis1737]

I was a Dodge Ram guy with my last truck. I've always just liked how they look, that signature mean looking grill. And I test drove some new ones and I will definitely say they are fast with a smooth ride. But there's just some things about them that I'm not a huge fan of, at least as far as the 1500s go. All the heavy duty trucks are still awesome but I can't justify buying one So this time around I went Ford. I got into Lariat but I went with the V8 Coyote. It's hard not to use sport mode lol. It might be lacking in horsepower compared to that RAM but man it can still take off quick for a big truck and it is fun hearing that engine growl. But overall I am super impressed with the vehicle. I think it rides more than smooth enough compared to what I'm used to and it definitely felt different than the XLT I tried out. And even that felt pretty good These days I don't really think you'll regret picking any of these trucks.

[@kensporalsky3784]

All these guys hating on reliability must not really remember the trucks they say were so great. Had a 1998 v8 obs F250. 3 transmissions and ran and drove like hell before 150k miles. My 2020 3.5 ecoboost is 4 times the truck in quality , comfort and capability, while giving me zero issues to 100k so far.

[@SoonerMikeD]

True. But paying $70k to $90k compared to $15k will increase your expectations a bit lol.

[@chfpontiac5849]

At least the fixes/replacements were somewhat reasonable between supply, price and finding a mechanic that deal with it. A transmission and/or engine failure on some of these tin cans is a potential financial disaster for people who aren't made of money.

[@phantom0456]

Ford automatic transmissions back then were crap. The engines, however, would run forever. 300, 302, 351, 460 and the 7.3 Power Stroke were all legendarily reliable. The same went for Chrysler and GM engines of that era, and the Chrysler autos were crap as well. GM definitely had the most reliable autos of these three back then.

[@deadswarmaking1135]

I agree I love seeing in the comments "vehicles aren't built the way they used to be" Nope you are correct!! They are safer, have more power and capabilities, more fuel efficient, more comfortable and last on average 4-5 years longer than vehicles did 30 years ago. 👍

[@kensporalsky3784]

@@SoonerMikeD first new truck was 21k in 1998. Last new truck was 41k in 2021. I get the lowest trim with heavy duty tow package and bigger motor. I don’t buy all the fancy crap that raises the price. So I guess if you have to be fancy then complain away. Otherwise it wasn’t bad. Yes, The last 3 years saw huge increases due to inflation. I’d wouldn’t buy any truck for a few years unless you can find a sale. My brother just got 12k off on a new 150. So prices are getting better.

[@Tbar24]

I’ve really never been an F.150 fan but can’t argue the usefulness of that power on board tech.

[@helgewilliams6757]

I would choose to keep my beautiful 21' Power Wagon :) Thanks guys, good show

[@roco22731]

I would keep my 2017 F150 XLT 2nd gen 5.0 Supercab in race red!Absolutely love my truck! Has just the right amount of modern tech without all the new techy nanny crap in it! Just a simple capable comfortable and reliable truck that I hope to have forever!

[@mbukukanyau]

I get it, but, remember, it's not professional grade

[@benjaminbrown7127]

You are so cringe

[@robertthomas8216]

2015 5.0 keeping it as long as possible ❤🎉

[@TheKingInHiding]

This video comes as refreshingly timely for me. I have a ‘20 4runner TRD Pro. I have recently removed the Westcott lift because it just buggered up the ride and handling. I removed the raptor grill lights because they were problematic and annoying. I removed the cold air intake because it was useless bullshit. I even put the stock roof rack back on because it doesn’t rust or leak like my over-priced Prinsu did. I quickly came to the realization that my 4runner had pretty much everything I need as stock. We all just need to fine tune to our actual requirements. For example, I am keeping my Westcott sliders because they are perfectly functional for my needs. Cheers 👊🏻

[@christophersimon7521]

Always been a GM fan but really like the RAM. would move to the RAM; however, I just can't do a gear shifter that's a rotating knob. . . that is absolutely ridiculous on a truck. Great reviews (as always) and appreciate all you guys do. thank you.

[@danthompson1467]

They just didn’t want A TOYOTA to lock up the motor up on film lol lol 😂😂

[@atg1338]

Lame

[@fl_atv_riders4455]

​@@atg1338 yet true

[@atg1338]

@@fl_atv_riders4455 yes it's true you are lame

[@poppyneese1811]

Maybe because Tundra’s Market share has fallen to less than 5% of the full size truck market.

[@Fernando-t8g]

Yea they are huge Toyota simps and don't want to lose special access.

[@drnick40]

Awesome comparison review guys, Huge fan. I drive Ford trucks, but like all three you are showing us. Thank you.

[@eamonob84]

I just bought a Ram 1500 Tradesman. Got one of the last ‘24s left and it was an absolutely smoking deal. This is my first truck and I’m already a Ram guy. Such a comfortable truck to drive and a ton of space for the kids in the back seat (got the crew cab).

[@cfrank925]

The tradesman is a nice truck! I have a 2022 Silverado RST with the diesel and I want to switch to a ram once my lemon law case settles. lol.

[@eamonob84]

@ ah, that sucks you got a lemon. I love the idea of a half ton diesel (considered an ecodiesel myself) but I just didn’t have confidence in the reliability with all those emissions systems that seem to make the engines fail.

[@Johnsmith46392]

That beautiful soft material on the dash for the ram starts to bubble up in the Florida heat after 2 years.

[@drnick40]

True

[@bradzimmerman3171]

Just about then “RUST “ Fiat kept that for RAM and the fact Stellantis introduced their quality into the FIAT RAM you can’t go wrong with….lol

[@thomasjohnpage8381]

Great information John. Thank you

[@leoesposito8762]

great video lads i love all these trucks i live in Australia and now all three are available here but not in that configuration though.. Ram is the sale's leader here but Ford and Chevy are doing ok too...

[@Marco-fi6gv]

I'm with you guys, the F-150 all the way! I I think it has the best balance overall and I especially like the power outlets in the bed, you really can't beat that. Although it would be nice with the Coyote engine as well

[@mrlookn4dchewn84]

Next time do all 4 brands fully loaded with their highest trim except for block heater. I would pick tungsten fully loaded with its body style and just add from other brands. Give me the ford outlets, weight system of your load, function of automatic running boards, and under seat storage. Now GMC give me supercruise, it’s rear bumper, and the back seat lower back storage. The only thing I wanted from Toyota was reliability, but that is not possible now.😢

[@drnick40]

Have ‘23 Lariat Powerboost and it is the best truck I have ever had. Utility is 150%!

[@joeb2588]

Ford with 34 open recalls at the moment. No thanks.

[@Bit-viper]

I have a 2022 F150 Powerboost lariat with the long box for towing our 24’ Travel Trailer over the Western Canadian Rocky mountains. Absolutely love this truck! Handles the steep mountain slopes very well. We run the air conditioner with the on board generator however have never figured out how to maximize the full 7.2 kilowatts as the trailer has 30amps.

[@markcarraway879]

I own a 23 Platinum, 24 Raptor and 23 Tremor (all F150s) and the Tremor rides amazing and is my favorite trim level if I only had 1 truck. The tremor is smoother than the Platinum

[@sean47w7]

The Tremor rides even better than the Raptor?

[@cjsaint09]

That's crazy but I believe it if you have both. I have a '21 Platinum and had been interested in a Tremor as well for our second vehicle. I may have to take one for a spin and see how it feels.

[@Youtubeuser1aa]

Do you have the 402A? Are the seats comfier in the raptor?

[@bradleymeyer9775]

I’m actually shopping for a new truck right now. But something more simple, I don’t need a luxury truck. I’m interested in a Ram 1500 BigHorn, a Chevy Silverado 150 RST Z71 or a Ford F150 XLT.

[@sprint2648]

Ford 3.5 is hard to beat

[@asvpab]

I only considered the Tundra and F-150 and went with the F-150.

[@drnick40]

Me too. So millions of Americans over the last 76 years.

[@bonifaciopreciado4793]

Good information as always and you guys helped me out to make my decision to buy The 2024 Tremor with the V8 5.0 Coyote engine . Thanks .

[@realdefense6139]

I ve got my first f150 raptor a few weeks ago and I did not even consider any of other brand's truck actually

[@Johnsmith46392]

That f150 is my dream truck but I prefer the long bed with an xlt trim. I hate leather and sunroofs in Florida.

[@chirish1]

Love the video. I wish you guys would talk about the the tech problems(like the Fords with all the updates you have to do and the Rams air ride sometimes sticking and both trucks that will just kill power in the middle of nowhere) not saying they all do those things, all the time but which do you think will be more reliable etc.

[@mikefalle7910]

Not having a dip stick leads to the oil change tech. having to enter you truck to dbl check the level. Odds of dirt and oil entering your interior is great.

[@JIMJOHNSON-jo5ot]

I work at a high volume trailer store in the upper midwest, and I am seeing a lot more GM trucks over Ford or Ram trucks coming in buying our trailers. These are trailers weighing 400 lbs to 5000 lbs. as a reference….

[@bryanmurray9078]

3.5 years in on my 2021 F150 Lariat with the 2.7. Best truck I've owned. Towing 5000 lbs through the Canadian Rockies and it just loafs along. Never once have I needed full throttle on even the steepest grades. A hoot to pull out and easily pass minivans uphill while towing on those mountain passes. Did order the highest numerical rear end ratio which seems to benefit towing with no gas mileage penalty. Calgary to Vancouver without the trailer saw 32mpg imperial. Super quiet and smooth. I have the 18" wheels with factory ordered LT tires. On mine the USB can also be used to play music on the 18 speaker 1080 watt B&O Unleashed sound system. A big reason for going with the F150 is living in a road salt area, it's the one that won't rust . Shocked at some recent RAM and slightly older GM trucks with horrendous rust. Those guys probably still owe big bucks and the premature rust would kill the value.

[@jakewilson24]

I am really hoping the hurricane isn’t a bust. It is such a cool power plant, and if the world is truly going away from v8s due to EPA restrictions, a TTI6 motor would definitely be what I would settle on in the future

[@zekerodarte8132]

Ford is always looking into innovation and I think Ford really listens to its buyers in what they want.. 👌

[@G-Rated]

That GMC Sierra welcome animation is neck and neck with the Cadillac Escalade. That is absolutely gorgeous and a really nice way to welcome the driver to the cabin. I love that touch, I see other manufacturers beginning to do less intricate versions of this now too.

[@PlaneButcher]

Cadillac is owned by gm so its obvious why they are the same…

[@G-Rated]

@@PlaneButcher they’re not the same welcome animations, I’m just saying they’re both impressive.

[@intensepisgahbiker]

I agree the F150 shocks aren't the best that's why I installed Bilstein 5100s along with Michelin LTX XL tires on my 2023. Much better empty, towing and hauling.

[@curtpederson2923]

I love the Ford Hybrid setup ! I would have to be able to purchase the new vehicle for half of its MSRP though. The seatbelt chime is one of the worst sounds I have ever heard. Like an anvil through my temple. NO JOKE !

[@ajjax89]

I like GMC front end but I like Ford box shape and on board power in the bed. Love the Ram interior..

[@MerlinspopTBH]

I’ve owned two F150s and enjoyed them both, but the new ones have the visual appeal of a mailbox to me.

[@nolanmartin3640]

34:30 A Duramax 3.0L Diesel hybrid obviously with the high power outlets, and with Fords interior, and exterior, with Rams Usb outlets, wireless phone charger holder, and HDMI video player.

[@kenskywaIker]

1150 lb payload from the ram is LAUGHABLE. 10% tongue weight on a 8k trailer - 800 lbs so you can haul 1.5 people.

[@SliderFury1]

It gets even lower than that with a fully loaded Tungsten. Like 930.

[@G-Rated]

@@SliderFury1that’s what happens when you’re trying to be the S-class of pickup trucks. I wonder how reliable that air suspension is. Lol 🤡

[@randalllawkin]

1.5 dang people must be from the south 😂 I'm from the south but 222 and 6'3 lol

[@Youtubeuser1aa]

My sienna has 1150

[@zelenizub2036]

My Titan has 2300, and front bebch seat. I take that over all these useless electric features. Why do i need a scale if i don't have payload? I guess to se how much weight have i gained. Engine without a dipstick in a truck🤮. Premium fuel in a truck? $80k+ price tag. Time to buy some used trucks as a spare...

[@pauliewalnuts240]

Have to appreciate GMC for still offering a v8. In the past, i was least interested in sierras but now theyve become much more attractive.

[@josevega23]

Ford is to the f150 with the 5.0 coyote.

[@cmiles97x38]

$88,000 for a 1/2 ton??????? When did pickup trucks become a rich guy status symbol? These will never be used as trucks.

[@MilesIzHigh5280]

Why not? I use mine as a truck everyday. And I definitely didn’t pay $88k.

[@insayn7995]

Nothing wrong with that, more sales means better products for everyone.

[@CS-qc7np]

I see your point was made!

[@zelenizub2036]

​@@insayn7995more sales, are you out of your mind. Who will buy this garbage at any price. Sometimes for days i don't see any new trucks on the road...

[@insayn7995]

@@zelenizub2036 Really depends on where you’re living, they are selling well and the numbers speak for themselves.

[@kenwolf2431]

Nathen Ford has adaptive suspension in the King Ranch and Platinum for a better ride, you cannot comparing a mid grade truck on ride is a little unfair to the top range of the other brands. You can also get bigger beds in both the Chevy and Ford too. Like the review it would have been better if Ford had sent you the Platinum or Platinum plus.

[@adamscholl9410]

Nathan struggles to hide his bias

[@bradbruggeman6745]

What ticks me off about Ram is that, in my opinion, the HO Hurricane should be available in all trim levels and cab configurations.

[@robertwallace7456]

There is also a recall on your tailgate because water gets in your tailgate and opens the tailgate automatically they're fixed for this is the unhook the button inside the cab so that you can't open it from inside the cab. That does not solve the problem

[@Honoer]

Yeah the lariat is like the equivalent to an SLT GMC. 2 more trims above a lariat.

[@G-Rated]

The Lariat’s *price* at $80k is equivalent to a Denali though. Lol

[@kenbrown5449]

Had to SUB after watching this video. On to more from TFLtalk.

[@jeromejeffery3291]

Generally most drivers tend to drive 5 to 10 miles over the speed limit in most vehicles so they really don't care about exact mpg it seems unless they are forced to drive the speed limit in case of employment

[@adamtacheira5323]

I’m a Ford guy. I recently drove my son in law’s 2023 GMC 1500 with the 3.0 diesel. I drove over 5k, Fairbanks Alaska to Kentucky. That drivetrain absolutely blew me away. I wonder if it would smoke a 5.3 0-60. Not on the top end though. I’m t was quiet, smooth and the fuel mileage was unbelievable. If I bought a new truck, it just might steal me away from Ford.

[@Cloud30000]

Selling his Powerboost was a good business decision (he made more money by producing videos on a new first year truck), but a terrible quality of life and personal decision as that Powerboost was perfect for his needs and offered at a price he will never get close to again.

[@kentapley9315]

Have had all three brands in last 10 years. After all that if I were buying a new truck today it would be the F150 hands down. I am basing that on everything but especially mechanical problems. My F150 spent much less time in shop, actually no real time in shop. One computer reflash. Ram had rear end problems and both had electrical issues and the GMC leaked around moonroof and computer left me stranded three times before the dealer would replace it. I am not tied to any brand but Ford just makes a better truck.

[@TheLumberJacked]

The GMC rim looks like a hostage note cut out of characters from news paper and magazines and glued together with a glue stick by my little nephew. Busy busy.

[@CS-qc7np]

Great video. However, the sticker on the GM match the same for everything on our 2013 GM Crew Cab 1500 work truck. Thought it would be more for a newer model since a lot of mid-sized pickup have the same numbers.

[@MySpeedVision]

Ram - You don’t need to hold the start button down. Haha.

[@fishonalbertaoutdoors9761]

But you get the Ram tough cute little gear selector dial.

[@searay2085]

​@@fishonalbertaoutdoors9761I hate that! I love the console shifter in my 2011 ram

[@J.Young808]

13:38 Andrey I think you mean it has a Wireless Phone Heater not a Wireless Phone Charger

[@sundaydickson]

Is it fair when you compare a Lariat (F-150) to two top trims in the form of the GMC Sierra Denali, and a RAM Limited? 🤔

[@G-Rated]

It is certainly fair when it’s an $80,000 Lariat. That’s *Denali* price range. They _tried_ to help Ford’s case by opting out of mentioning/comparing price. Now you’re in the comments pushing the issue lol

[@mcatlow8]

Well the lariat starts at $65k and is well equipped already and yes you can get a higher trim f150 for around the gmc and ram $$$ however at the price point of the Lariat your better off with the Ford Because apples to apples the GMC Sierra SLT would be its competition and it isn’t as sexy. Nutshell-The Denali is more expensive than the Lariat. But it’s not crazy expensive considering the two and you can definitely option up an f150 way more if you wanted.

[@Kenopshi-q7c]

I guess so. Dealers are asking $62k for a new 2024 Denali with $75k sticker. Not sure how much they want for the new 25 ram though

[@mathewburchfield9728]

The idea was comparing best of the best, not dollar for dollar. Throw a limited trim F150 in there and it’s over.

[@rustynail7866]

My favorite truck is a 1972 Chevy K10 Super Cheyenne.

[@TheLumberJacked]

Now I believe the F150 Platinum gets continuously adaptive suspension, I forget what they call it but it’s like the GMC/Chev suspension that does the same thing. Constant 2ms adjustment. So the F150 in this video didn’t have that. Regardless even with it, I agree it’s still a bit more stiff feeling in the rear. I will admit though I may be misremembering, and that’s only available on the Platinum Plus. I hope that’s not the case.

[@TheLumberJacked]

Well I bought one. Turns out continuous damping is on the Platinum as well. It is in fact softer than I expected, in a good way and there is a great deal of difference between modes. Sport is much more firm and controlled than Normal mode (for instance) and is a joy to drive. Normal is fantastic for highway cruising or around town. Other modes offer differences in feel but Normal and Sport offer the most obvious difference. Interestingly, of all of the vehicles I have owned or driven that have adaptive suspension, including AMG Mercedes, the Continuous Damping by Ford offered the greatest difference in feel between modes. I believe one reason for that is the range of travel a truck suspension has vs a passenger car. It allows for a longer suspension stroke which allows you to really feel the differences between said modes. Well worth it IMHO. The controlled and comfortable ride is fantastic.

[@fundies123]

Can you guys do an episode on "best city truck" and speak to things like parking, cameras/sensors, visibility, turning radius, etc

[@JCreole]

Honda Ridgeline

[@TFD31]

Cybertruck AWD and its not even close. Soon it will be $72.5k after IRA rebate.

[@dennishayes65]

The Ford Maverick

[@Youtubeuser1aa]

Raptor

[@MLee611]

F350 Superduty

[@abilityboatworks5024]

I'll miss Nathan working side by side with Andre when her moves. This said, I'm glad for him that he'll be closer to family.

[@TheBigbruce20]

Welcome to Michigan! Just down the road from me!

[@Spoolingturbski]

If it’s which is the most luxurious it’s the Ram period. The quality, materials and attention to detail far surpasses the others.

[@G-Rated]

Where does Stellantis quality, materials, or attention to detail surpass that of *gm?* Thats not true in any segment including this one. The D. Ultimate is the only truck with laser etched topographical maps of the mountain the truck’s trim is named after. GMC is the only one with engravings in the actual leathers and decorated real metal trim too. The same topographical maps are in the Sierra’s welcome animation that includes both displays. Where does the RAM have more attention to detail? Lol

[@jackjones3433]

So let me understand this. The Ram truck is still considered "All American Big Three" even though the company is owned by Stellantis, a French/Italian group. Toyota should be part of this and based on your selections, I have just viewed my last TFL truck video.

[@HollaAtchoo]

Easy does it.

[@MikeTindall-r6f]

I think I’d take the hybrid system from the Ford, Denali interior & some of the power systems. Air suspension from Ram.

[@jakubstrumillo]

No replacement for displacement. 6.2 all the way, as long as they are avaliable.

[@steveweiskopf2129]

You mentioned Denver. Does one do better at that altitude?

[@henryford2736]

The Perfect truck for me would be the FORD Power boost but with the 3.0L diesel ⛽ not the 3.5 Ecoboost. It may not be as fast but the reliability and longevity of the diesel runs circles around the maybe not so reliable Echo boost gas.

[@HumpDaddy01]

Bahaha! U obviously don't know much about that diesel. Stay away, it's junk!

[@qdog494]

Ram really has to do a redesign if they want that kind of money. Ford and GM will be 1a and 1b in my opinion

[@plutodestroyer12]

the ford with the 5.0 is the only one i'd buy . if you want the most powerful V8 (most reliable) with the other 2 brands you need to spend $63k+ to option for it . ford will give it on second trim level

[@Oldrush]

For the price these cost I want a lifetime bumper to bumper warranty. Guarantee it won’t break down for 30 years and I’ll take a mortgage out for it.

[@mathewburchfield9728]

That’s why they’re so expensive. They offer the warranty but just build it into the sticker price.

[@MarkR973]

Not apples to apples... ford platinum or king ranch... seats are super nice.. agreed on gmc seats it's what keeps me away from it.. also I Ram I can't get passed the vertical iPad otherwise I'd seriously consider one

[@DWCONSTRUCTION]

Not a Fan of the Ram for various reasons. The Ford I think is the most American since all their trucks are assembled in America unlike GM trucks. But I do like the 6.2l in the GMC.

[@joeguy3558]

It would be great if you added a review on how easy it is to change the oil

[@joedyttmer5336]

Serious question. I subscribe to several different car channels and have watched many different car shows on tv over the years. Why does everyone always do comparisons on top-of-line models and not the middle of the road “normal everyday” models that the average truck buyer is actually looking for?

[@TFLtalk]

Serious answer, because people say they want to see reviews of affordable trucks but when we publish one….no one watches it. 🤔

[@nathanmcdonald610]

The people who want low spec or middle of the road models are in a minority these days. Trucks are not what they once we're nor is the demographic that buys them. Fact is, most truck buyers these days want top end models so they can use it as a luxury family vehicle.

[@joedyttmer5336]

@@TFLtalk now, while I understand that, and maybe it’s just the area of the country I live in (Southeastern US), in my observation, the vast majority of truck owners drive and buy middle of the road models. I live about 30 miles outside a very affluent city in a pretty affluent area and while there are some top of the line models, most are middle of the road, working man trucks.

[@joedyttmer5336]

@@TFLtalk also… thank you for your reply.

[@jliefer2484]

@@TFLtalk😂 good answer

[@C-M-E]

So what we really need as consumers is Ford's tech package, Chev's LS and Dodge's styling with a price tag by Tata.

[@justinstiff5641]

Andre had a pro 4X Ford wow he be getting some real special editions huh.

[@turdferguson2839]

Ram has had the smoothest ride and nicest interior since 2019 but the new 6 cylinder is a big disappointment. No serious truck buyer would consider a Tundra to begin with so it wasn't needed for this.

[@tedlulis973]

Drive the new 6. Certainly NOT a disappointment 💪

[@kentapley9315]

I agree on new Tundras. Co worker bought one 8 months ago and it’s just not refined at all. Cheap plastic everywhere and it looks like his is going to have to have engine replaced. Very rough shifting transmission to. He wants to trade it on a new F150 but dealers don’t want it knowing engine is going bad, he is stuck and not a happy camper. Toyota use to be unbeatable but those days are gone.

[@MiguelHernandez-ph5ke]

I've got a 14 Sierra and an 18 Escalade, so that Ultimate seems like the perfect combination of the two, but they're just so pricey and I recently accumulated some medical bills. Definitely my favorite of the three so hopefully in '25 or '26.

[@brentmcmahon8188]

I have a 05 Dodge 3500 4x4 4 door cab long bed dullay that handles like a race car that’s why I love my dullay one road hugging beast just try to keep up with one !!

[@bestman7776]

😂 race car

[@ohioguy4326]

Not sure why they keep calling the Ram a new generation, it is just a refresh of the 5th gen that also included a new powertrain.

[@brentmcmahon8188]

1969 Ford 3/4 ton 4x4 with a 390 engine with 4 speed manual Farm Ranch Special and I took the 360 motor in it and a old friend of mine he was a machinists at Roth automotive and back in those days every parts store had a machine shop now days no body has a machine shop. Now days the machine shop is only that and I miss all the machine shops in every auto parts store .

[@brentmcmahon8188]

The greatest up grade for my 1969 Ford 3/4 ton 4x4 I found a state patrol car was a 428 with all the hid rod mods and that truck to one bad ass 1968 Fird 3/4 ton 4x4 with a 4 speed manual and with a 351 Windsor bell housing mated that 428 with the 4 speed manual one bad as truck with a black shaker hood like I said it was a bad ass truck !!!!

[@brentmcmahon8188]

Ford 1969 500 dollar motor with 3600 miles !!! Gold mine !!!

[@wint_62]

Sierra Denali is beautiful. My choice all of the way - best riding/looking, tech, V8. Easiest decision ever.

[@MeliorIlle]

That V8 has tons of problems.

[@JROC734]

Lol. The GEN3/GEN4 Coyote in the F150 blows the L86/L87 GEN5 6.2L out of the water in the 1/2 tons. The 6.2's aren't close to being as easy, cheap, rewarding, or potent to mod as the 18+ 5L trucks. If you want to argue a 6.2L with a ported head, and aftermarket cam setup, then okay then it could compete in the N/A arena, but do you really want to buy a $70K+ dollar crewcab truck to then spend probably between $6K-$7K in getting the heads ported, getting a big aftermarket cam, a DOD delete kit, and the supporting fuel system, and exhaust mods that would be needed to run with a tuned on E85/bolton, 5L truck? For that $ you can get add a blower to the 5L and put down more power than a stock L87 will safely handle. And yes I own both a 3.5L/10R80 truck (wifey's truck) and a 5L/10R80 truck, but I also used to own a 19 Camaro 1SS 1LE, and understand the GEN5 SBC pretty well. I would still own that car, but a semi ran into me and it was totaled out.

[@MeliorIlle]

@@JBECMADNIC Or buy a Japanese car and forget about any of that stuff.

[@MeliorIlle]

@@JBECMADNIC Japanese cars.

[@MeliorIlle]

@@JBECMADNIC Lying is a sin.

[@1970jeffreyg]

My 2003 Tundra has a quarter million miles, I paid it off 17 years ago, and it still runs great. V6 SR5 2 Wheel Dr. it never has broken down or stalled. The only thing I have replaced is the back wheel bearings after looking at new truck prices I am considering having the engine and transmission rebuilt Along with the shocks/struts, control, arms, etc. for $15,000 or whatever it costs, and have truck last me another 20 years. Everything is original, the transmission has never been opened neither the radiator power steering fluid differential fluid, it’s all factory, and the truck still runs great without any problems whatsoever. I think it was just a fluke that I purchased the complete opposite of a lemon. I change the oil every October, once a year with full synthetic, and mobile one filter. Most of these new trucks have buyers who don’t use a pick up truck for what a pick up truck should be used for, hence the 5 foot beds abound. I am electrician, so I don’t need to place a 4 x 8 sheet of plywood in the back, however, I do use ladders 8 feet and under all the time so a 6 foot bed will suffice. I simply cannot stomach blowing a good portion of my life savings on a 75-90k truck or financing one for $1400 a month. in my opinion, insane. Look at the prices for the Ford or dodge, etc. what planet are they from? Do they think everyone makes $200,000 a year?

[@LifeGoerDreamChaser]

I just purchased a 2018 Honda Odyssey EX-L for my wife for $25,000 and that was borderline affordable, I cant fathom financing a $60/$70/$80 truck or suv..

[@stevevondoom]

No one mentions the most underrated feature. Ford's 36 gal fuel tank! Gimme that with GM's 6.2 so I'm not filling up every 2 days.

[@michaelholliday6037]

I wonder if the outlet on the F150 could power a Traeger Ironwood pellet smoker cooking a brisket?

[@newtonbrook]

probably

[@maziarzarea2540]

That’s been apparent in their latest ads

[@TheLumberJacked]

You mentioned that Ford has refined the Hybrid for 2024, or at least it seemed implied, however you didn’t get into what refinements those were. Can you expand on that?

[@Bradimus1]

GM is making another V8. I'd be surprised of there isn't a hybrid V8 truck when it comes out. I'll be surprised if you can get it without being hybrid.

[@Olds_Pwr]

There is no such thing as the Big 3 anymore. Stellantis is not American as in USA, it is a Netherlands owned brand.

[@jorgedelatorre474]

Italian

[@rayshawnrayborn6624]

Also GM is Chinese government motors. Ford is the last real American brand

[@G-Rated]

@@rayshawnrayborn6624are you a bot or a delusional MAGAt?

[@Olds_Pwr]

@@jorgedelatorre474 Italian when it was owned by Fiat. German when it was owned by Daimler Benz AG. Netherlands since 2021.

[@Lq32332]

None of these trucks are American. Look at the foreign parts list on the Ford 😂.

[@orlandolopez7919]

Ram 🐏 Turbocharger is the best option, more powerful for towing.

[@keither7731]

I always look forward to your tests, but to compare the Ram & GMC to Fords hybrids systm is not fair. I know it is hard to get all 3 the same, but at least get the same tires , the same axel ratios Etc, close to the same price. That would make for a more apples to apples test. I watched another youtube chanell. This guy had 4 fords, & posted all there epa mileage, Then took each truck & drove each one on the same loop & then posted the real mieage compared to the EPA. Very interesting. That is what i want to see..

[@martinmdl6879]

Hands free? The truck will wake up and drive itself to the bank when you fail to make the payments.

[@linkfloyd4908]

L😂L

[@jthowar]

😂😂😂

[@dalelangehennig161]

🤣😂🤣😂🤔🤔😪😪😭😭😭😭😭😭

[@AuralioCabal-nl8gi]

My dream truck is a CYBRTRK,,Beast if possible ., yeah it looks like an Origami , but that's part of life with the best truck that breaks all the norms, it also outsold the Ford Lightning this Qtr.and will outsell all BEVs from legacy auto and Rivian for 2024,Yes " Ugly" sells.

[@VetBodGaming]

I like the Ford hybrid system but their prices are just insane and the Ford chime is the most annoying sound in any vehicle. Not to mention all of the recent issues they're having. If I were looking for a half ton the Silverado LT with any of the drivetrains but preferably the BabyMax is the best value these days. As much as I like an inline 6 RAMs prices are insane for their low capability.

[@randomthings4081]

The F-150 should be a Platinum to be compared with the Denali and limited

[@JCreole]

They said it has all the upgrades making it comparable to the platinum

[@MATTINTEXAS19]

Interior of the RAM, Body of the GMC, but the Hybrid of Ford. Only if they can up from 7.2Kw to at least 12+Kw. Truck perfection

[@Mot-Reuab]

Comparing a Lariat to a Denali ultimate??

[@JohnWhite-i4h]

This Samoa Samoa we wont to see small pickups drag race? The ride, brakes. 0 to 60mph times quitest cabs? Fuel MPG? Please John

[@davidgrunklee8407]

No mention of the new active exhaust option on the 6.2? Guessing that Denalli had it

[@FreeCanadian76]

Bob Ross is the legend! Happy accidents and squirrel friends!

[@SSgt-]

I’m opposite of most truck shoppers, I don’t care for all the do dads and shiny trinkets. When I’m buying a truck I’m buying a tool for a purpose not a fashion accessory to match my wife’s purse.

[@22killakush22]

Why do trucks have to be a tool for a purpose? I’m a tradesman and when I hear that It makes no sense to me. With that logic buying a Porsche GT3 means you must be a race car driver that tracks it daily. Or buying a jeep wrangler means you must be an off road enthusiast. Come on man!

[@juliuspalmer3935]

@@22killakush22bro I’m 6’9 I need a truck for comfort I wish I could get a car it’s not all about work these guys tripping

[@Hacksaw2055]

I like your comment… it’s funny…. But you are correct…. I f want a luxury ride… I buy a car…. If I want something to carry my s$&t, hunt and fish… I buy a truck.

[@precisionsoundworksstudio]

Gucci Gang!

[@zelenizub2036]

​@@juliuspalmer3935 S class Mercedes way more comfortable and equally as unreliable as these three trucks. You could get one of those.

[@wizardindustriesusa]

Man I miss my Ford F-250 with the diesel 7.3 Powerstroke! None of these trucks are even close.

[@Jumpjoe4587]

All three have their fans all three have their detractors it’s Personal choice and they’re all gonna be pretty close. I’m a ram guy because I think it is comfortable. It rides better but I think it’s a better work truck at Halls more and Silverado Scott fans, GMC engine choices are better so it’s a preference thing.

[@marksullivan8200]

The thing with the Ford ya either get the tremor package or you regret not getting it I'm not hating I'm just saying it's definitely worth it vs other packages do back to back test drives you'll see