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Jennifer Smith

Cheapest New Truck? You’ll Be Surprised!

Who knew you could still score a brand-new pickup for under $30k? The Ford Maverick XL is the cheapest new truck in the US right now, starting at just $28,145—and sometimes even less if you can find one! It’s got all the basics: four doors, five seats, a hybrid engine, and some solid tech. Not feeling the Maverick? The Hyundai Santa Cruz and Toyota Tacoma are close contenders if you want more features or reliability. Truck shopping just got interesting! #TruckLife #CarShopping #FordMaverick #BudgetBuys #AutoTrends #Cars

Latoya Bradley

When Cummins Diesel Got EGR Drama

Ever wondered when Cummins diesels started using EGR? The real EGR system didn’t show up in Dodge trucks until mid-2007 with the 6.7L engine—before that, the 5.9L had a sneaky cam trick that kinda did the job, but not really. EGR helps with emissions, but a lot of owners say it just adds headaches (think carbon buildup and reliability issues). No wonder so many folks want to delete it! #Cummins #DieselEngines #CarTalk #TruckLife #AutoFacts #Cars

Colleen Jones

My Tundra’s Storage Surprise!

Upgraded from a Honda Ridgeline to a 2024 Toyota Tundra and thought I’d be swimming in space—until I realized the under-seat storage is basically useless with baby car seats installed. One dad in a Tundra group shared his struggle: can’t access the bin without uninstalling the seats! He’s hunting for sliding drawers or DIY hacks, but so far, nada. Anyone else run into this? How are you storing your gear with kids in tow? Drop your tips below! #TruckLife #ToyotaTundra #ParentHacks #CarSeatProblems #TruckMods #Cars

Alexander Black

GM’s Engine Fix: Lose-Lose for Owners?

GM’s big V8 recall just got messier. Nearly 600k trucks and SUVs need an engine fix, but the solution? Owners either risk a catastrophic engine failure or accept a recall that could tank their fuel economy and cost them thousands more at the pump. A new lawsuit claims the thicker oil GM now recommends means more friction, worse mileage, and a much pricier ride. Would you take the risk or the hit to your wallet? #GMRecall #CarNews #TruckLife #AutoLawsuit #FuelEconomy #Cars

James Smith

Dealer Denies Warranty on New Silverado?!

Imagine dropping big bucks on a 2024 Silverado 3500HD, only for the transmission to fail at 21k miles—and then the dealer refuses to fix it under warranty because of a lift kit. That’s what happened to Raul, and he’s not alone. Owners are flooding forums with similar stories, calling out GM for dodging responsibility. Pro tip: Know your rights (Magnuson-Moss Act!) and document everything if you’re denied. Would you fight the dealer or switch brands? Sound off below! #SilveradoProblems #CarWarranty #TruckLife #GM #CarCommunity #Cars

Frank Osborne

Ram Trucks Hit With Two Recalls

Ram just dropped two recalls—one for 71 Ram 1500s (2019-2024) where the driver’s airbag might not deploy because of a loose connector, and another for 778 Ram 2500/3500s (2025) where the gear selector display could show the wrong gear. Both issues are rare but could be serious if ignored. Dealers will fix everything for free, so if you drive one of these, check your VIN and get it sorted! #RamTrucks #RecallAlert #CarSafety #TruckLife #Cars

emily27

Ram’s New Trucks Already Recalled?!

Ram’s 2025 Heavy Duty pickups just hit the market and—oops—they’re already being recalled! Turns out, the gear display might show the wrong gear or lag behind, which could seriously mess with your drive. Only a few hundred trucks are affected, but still, not a great look after hyping up all those tech upgrades. If you snagged a new 2500 or 3500, check if yours is on the list for a free software fix! #RamRecall #TruckLife #AutoNews #CarFails #RecallAlert #Cars

rgallagher

Peterbilt’s Trucks Just Got a Glow-Up

Peterbilt just dropped some seriously cool upgrades at Work Truck Week—think LED headlights that melt snow, a new gas engine that runs on regular fuel, and a 7-inch infotainment system with Apple CarPlay (finally!). They’re even making EV charging easier with a mobile charger on wheels. The best part? Swapping to those new headlights is literally plug-and-play. These trucks are looking smarter, safer, and way more driver-friendly. Would you want to drive one? #TruckLife #Peterbilt #WorkTruckWeek #TechUpgrade #FleetNews #Cars

joseph36

This Tire Is Built Like a Tank

Sailun just dropped the S826, and it’s basically the superhero of heavy-duty tires. We’re talking construction, dump, and refuse trucks—this thing is made to survive brutal jobs. It’s got a four-belt package to fight off shocks and punctures, aggressive tread for wild traction, and even stone ejectors to keep it rolling longer. If your work truck needs to handle the worst, this tire’s ready for it. Would you trust your rig with it? #TruckLife #TireTech #HeavyDuty #FleetReady #Construction #Cars