TFL Talkin' Trucks

You know what really gets us excited or grinds our gears here at TFL Studios? These new truck features. Sure, some new bits of modern trucks are excellent and we question how we ever could have lived without them. Others? They just drive us insane...in this episode of TFL Talkin' Trucks, Andre and Nathan discuss the best and worst trends we're seeing in modern trucks.

Welcome back to TFL Talkin' Trucks! In this podcast, Andre and Nathan cover the brand new 2022 Chevy Silverado 1500 ZR2, and compare its specs against every other full-size off-road truck in the game. How does it stack up against names like Raptor, TRX, Rebel and Pro-4X? Let's dive into it! 

Welcome back to TFL Talkin' Trucks! In this episode, Andre covers his full experience driving the brand new 2021 Ford F-150 Raptor, and Roman interviews Ram Brand CEO Mike Koval about their chief Raptor competitor — the Ram 1500 TRX. 

We get this question almost daily: What's the best truck for towing my trailer, or what's the best trailer to pair with my truck? In this episode of TFL Talkin' Trucks, Andre is joined by JD from Big Truck Big RV to discuss how to best go about sourcing the right truck (or trailer) for your needs!

Welcome to TFL Talkin' Trucks! In this podcast, Andre tests out the 2022 Jeep Grand Wagoneer's towing capability and discusses the new model with Head of Jeep Brand Jim Morrison.

Welcome back to TFL Talkin' Trucks! In this episode, Andre talks with professional driver and YouTuber Tow Piglet about his hauling experience — and crucially what is the best, most reliable heavy duty truck in his opinion.

Welcome back to TFL Talkin' Trucks! The 2022 Toyota Tundra is just around the corner. Even though we're agonizingly close to the reveal, there's plenty we know about it thanks to spy photos, leaks, rumors and official teasers from Toyota itself on its brand-new half-ton truck. In this episode, Andre discusses everything we know so far with AutomotivePress' David Chao, and also talks about the new Toyota Land Cruiser and the upcoming (Tundra-based) Sequoia SUV.

Welcome back to TFL Talkin' Trucks! In this podcast, Roman and Andre discuss their recent experience fully testing out the redesigned 2022 Nissan Frontier. Here's everything you need to know about the new truck, from nose to tail! 

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This episode of TFL Talkin' Trucks is different than most, as Andre is on location with GMC at their Milford Proving Grounds! In this podcast, he tests out a prototype of the updated 2022 GMC Sierra, and we find out more about towing with the truck's Super Cruise semi-autonomous driving system with four different members of the truck's development team.

Welcome back to TFL Talkin' Trucks! In this episode, Kase and Nathan discuss some of the best first trucks you can buy for under $10,000.

Welcome back to TFL Talkin' Trucks! In this episode, Nathan and Kase discuss building a project truck — in this case Kase's own 1994 Dodge Ram 2500 Cummins — on a budget, as well as answering several of your questions submitted to us through Patreon. Thank you as always for your support!

In this episode of TFL Talkin' Trucks, we take a deep dive into GM's Continuous Damping Control (CDC) suspension setup — used in its trucks like the GMC Sierra. Andre finds out more about how this system works with calibration engineer Josh Rhodig.

Welcome back to TFL Talkin' Trucks! In this episode, Andre and Nathan discuss the latest truck news as well as the best towing truck we've tested on the Ike Gauntlet — the World's Toughest Towing Test — this year. 

In this Toyota-packed episode of TFL Talkin' Trucks, Andre and Nathan cover the biggest news of the past week: The brand new 2022 Toyota Land Cruiser 300 Series. Sadly, that rig's not coming to the U.S., but here's what it could mean for Toyota's other trucks that are in America (like the Tundra) as well as the brand's other models!

In this special episode of TFL Talkin' Trucks, Andre discusses the ins and outs of the brand new 2022 Ford Maverick with Klaus de Mello, Vehicle Engineering Manager — Global Small SUV at Ford and a 22-year veteran of the company's engineering team in various roles.

Nathan and Andre answer your questions that come from Patreon.com/tflcar and go over everything good, bad, and ugly about owning a 2020 Ford Raptor over the long term. The guys also compare the ownership experience against the long-term 2021 Ram TRX.

In this episode of TFL Talkin' Trucks, Andre and Nathan cover every single full-size SUV you can buy right now. If you're shopping for a big SUV that can haul your family and tow your gear in comfort, you need to stop here and check out our podcast before you buy!

In this episode, Andre speaks to Dapo Adewusi - 2022 Ford F-150 Lightning engineering manager about all things EV truck, specifically what makes the new electric F-150 unique and special. 

In this episode of TFL Talkin' Trucks, Andre discusses a new issue created in the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic with subject matter expert Jim Keebler — a shortage of fuel tanker drivers to deliver gasoline and diesel to stations throughout the U.S. Will there be a longer-term gas shortage this summer as a result, and how could the lack of drivers impact prices?

In this episode of TFL Talkin' Trucks, Andre and Tommy discuss just where electric vehicles stand right now, and whether the crop of electric trucks coming onto the market in the near future are viable. Will they make sense to the everyday truck buyer, or what will it take to get EV trucks there?

In this episode of TFL Talkin' Trucks, Andre and Nathan discuss Toyota's new factory lift option for the Tacoma pickup, the revamped 2021 Nissan Armada and Ford's new self-weighing technology for the F-150 half-ton. 

In this episode of TFL Talkin' Trucks, Andre discusses everything we know (or at least what we have on good authority) about the next-generation 2022 Toyota Land Cruiser 300 Series with subject matter expert David Chao.

In this episode of TFL Talkin' Trucks, Andre deep dives into every HD truck on sale today with none other than special guest Kent Sundling of MrTruck.com! If you're interested in or shopping for your new heavy duty truck, you'll definitely want to give this podcast a listen.

And the best new truck In North America is...In this episode of TFL Talkin' Trucks, why do the F-150 and Tacoma sell so well? This week's guest, Stephen Elmer from Truck King and Andre catch up and try to agree on the best new truck in North America!

In this episode of TFL Talkin' Trucks, Andre deep dives into the brand new GMC Hummer EV SUV and pickup with one of the engineers who brought it to life, Scott Damman. Here's everything you need to know!

In this episode of TFL Talkin' Trucks, Andre covers the current climate around modifying vehicles with Specialty Equipment Marketing Association (SEMA) vice president Mike Spagnola, including the EPA's enforcement goals against aftermarket performance parts, and SEMA's goals in pursuing the "Recognizing the Protection of Motorsports" (or RPM) Act.

In this episode of TFL Talkin' Trucks, Andre chats with the lead designer for the brand new 2022 Nissan Frontier, Hiren Patel. This generation marks the first time Nissan's popular midsize truck has been redesigned since 2004! 

In this episode of TFL Talkin' Trucks, Andre discusses the possible future of Toyota trucks — including the hotly anticipated Tundra, the Tacoma and the 4Runner — with subject matter expert and industry veteran David Chao. 

In this episode of TFL Talkin' Trucks, Andre goes in-depth on the new look for the 2021 Ford F-150 Raptor with its chief designer, Ehab Kaoud. Ford's goal was to keep the truck's wide stance while making it look even more like an agile, nimble baja truck. Here are all the details on how they created the third-generation F-150 Raptor!

In this episode of TFL Talkin' Trucks, Andre and Nathan cover all the changes made with the 2022 Ford F-250 Super Duty. The truck doesn't look radically different from the current version, but there have been a host of package changes. Here's the question, though: Did Ford do enough?

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New trucks are hugely expensive these days. That's why in this episode of TFL Talkin' Trucks, Andre and Nathan cover some examples of much more affordable pickups you can buy without taking on huge debt, for around $5,000.

We've been getting inundated with emails about midsize trucks, and in this episode of TFL Talkin' Trucks we're talking about everything that's coming up. That includes news-worthy reveal news, rumors, and so much more! Nathan and Andre discuss what's going on in the world of midsize pickups.

In this episode of TFL Talkin' Trucks, Andre finally bought a brand new 2021 Ford F-150 Hybrid, after talking about buying a new truck for years. Here's the story of how he landed on buying a new F-150, what the process was like and what he thinks about it so far.

In this episode of TFL Talkin' Trucks, it's all about vans! #Vanlife has become a phenomenon, and automakers across the spectrum are jumping on board. Soon, you'll have more choice than ever, and Andre and Nathan go through what's available and what's coming up.

In this episode of TFL Talkin' Trucks, Andre discusses everything about the 2022 Nissan Frontier with product manager Randy Dale. Here's everything that's changed, and you can see the actual truck on our TFLtalk YouTube channel! (https://www.youtube.com/tfltalk)

In this episode of TFL Talkin' Trucks, Andre covers every inch of the 2021 Ford F-150 with one of the people who built it: Ford Performance program engineering manager Tony Greco.

In this TFL Talkin' Trucks, Andre and Nathan discuss some of the biggest changes coming to HD trucks in 2021. The torque war between the Big Three's diesel trucks heats up, and changes are coming to the gas 3/4-ton and 1-ton trucks as well. Here's what you need to know!

In this episode of TFL Talkin' Trucks, Andre and Nathan cover the world of off-road trucks. Pickups are as hot as they've ever been, and for those with a disposition for adventure, you have more choices than ever when it comes to picking your off-road rig.

From midsize to half-ton and heavy duty trucks, here's every model currently on the U.S. market you can choose.

In this episode of TFLtalk, Andre and Nathan discuss the best-selling trucks of 2020. Even with the crazy circumstances that defined this past year, demand for trucks holds strong. New models and major shifts in the industry are on the way, and as we look back at 2020 the guys also give their views on truck trends moving into the new year.

In this episode of TFLtalk, Nathan and Andre discuss our experiences so far with the brand new 2021 Ram TRX and the Ford F-150 Raptor. Here are the different points we've seen so far, and how each truck's character stands out against its rival.

In this episode of TFL Talkin' Trucks, Nathan and Andre cover what it's been like to live with our 2020 Chevy Silverado Trail Boss for the past year. In the past 12 months and 15,000+ miles, we've seen some good points that we all like, as well as some areas for improvement.

In this episode of TFL Talkin' Trucks, Andre and Nathan cover some improvements that can be made for modern trucks. Not just general purpose changes that all trucks could see, but specific improvements that each automaker can make to their own trucks to make them even better. Let us know if you agree!

In this episode of TFL Talkin' Trucks, Andre and Nathan discuss some of the highest highs and lowest lows to emerge from the truck industry this year. Here's everything you need to know!

In this episode of TFL Talkin' Trucks, Andre and Nathan discuss all the various engines you can get across the whole market of half-ton trucks. Some choices like the Ford F-150 have a bewildering number of engines, and in this podcast we aim to give. you everything you need to know to make the best buying decision.

In this episode of TFL Talkin' Trucks, Andre and Nathan cover some of the best highlights from this year's Ike Gauntlet runs. Our Ike Gauntlet test - the world's toughest towing test - pushes most trucks to their limits up one of the steepest and most challenging grades at the highest elevation on the Interstate highway system. Here are some the top 10 highlights from those runs.

In this episode of TFL Talkin' Trucks, it's all about the 2021 Ford F-150. Roman and Andre discuss the all-new PowerBoost hybrid model, including all the changes and our first impressions with the truck so far. If you're looking closely at the next-generation F-150, you won't want to miss this!

In this episode of TFL Talkin' Trucks, Roman and Andre discuss a few surprising similarities between the new Ram TRX and the Jeep Gladiator EcoDiesel. It isn't just that they both come from the same company, but it is a similarity that buyers may overlook when they're shopping for either truck.

In this episode of TFL Talkin' Trucks, Roman and Andre discuss the SUPER truck. Most people recognize sports cars for their power and speed, but you don't have to get a small sports coupe to get your hands on some serious grunt. We discuss the original super trucks, where they've been and where they're going.

In this episode of TFL Talkin' Trucks, Roman and Andre cover the hottest midsize truck news for 2021. From the new Nissan Frontier to the Toyota Tacoma and so much more, there's so much going on and we're covering everything you need to know!

In this episode of TFL Talkin' Trucks, Andre discusses a classic Chevy K5 Blazer. Sounds great, right? Well, this one has something completely different to what you might expect under the hood. Jeff Trush explains what went into overhauling this 1977 K5 Blazer with a 21st century powertrain.