Tim Esterdahl

Pickup Truck +SUV Talk

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We cover the U.S. pickup truck and SUV market bringing you fun reviews, interesting tidbits and real consumer concerns about these vehicles.

Author

Tim Esterdahl

Category

Leisure

Podcast website

www.buzzsprout.com

Latest episode

Jul 10, 2026

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Episodes

New Tacoma Transmissions, Frontier Missing Frame Welds, Stellantis Public Drama 13.09.2024

Send us Fan Mail In this week's truck news recap, Publisher Tim Esterdahl is covering the Toyota Tacoma transmission TSB, a Nissan Frontier missing frame welds and the public drama surrounding Stellantis. He also discusses more news from the website and the YouTube channel. Support the show

Big Ram RHO Rally News, GM Trucks Unsafe per CR? RIP Autoblog 06.09.2024

Send us Fan Mail In this week's truck news recap, Publisher Tim Esterdahl is discussing the big news announced today with our very own Managing Editor Jill Ciminillo taking the new Ram RHO to the Rebelle Rally. Also, Consumer Reports declares GM trucks are less safe than rivals. And Tim updates some news about AutoBlog as well as shares more behind the scenes details on a variety of topics. ...

GM 8-Speed Transmission Going to Court, Ford WOW Tune, Decked Portable Kegger 04.09.2024

Send us Fan Mail In this truck news recap, Publisher Tim Esterdahl is covering the GM 8-speed transmission lawsuit, Ford Ranger tunes for more horsepower and torque, a KIA dealership helping catch scammer and Decked's new portable Kegger. Check out our Forum: https://forum.pickuptrucktalk.com/ Support the show

Are Trucks Getting Cheaper? New Ford Bronco Sport Needs Sasquatch Package? 29.08.2024

Send us Fan Mail In this livestream, Tim and Jill are discussing these topics and more. The audience chimes in as well with information on truck pricing. Support the show

Ford Cancels EVs Saving BILLIONS, SEMA sues California, Cooled Steering Wheel? 24.08.2024

Send us Fan Mail In this week's truck news recap, Publisher Tim Esterdahl is discussing a variety of topics including Ford canceling EVs to save billions, SEMA sues California over an EV mandate and ah-ha! Ford has patented a cooled steering wheel idea that backs up Tim's weird idea. Check out our Forum: https://forum.pickuptrucktalk.com/ Support the show

Tacoma Transmission Debris? Ford Do Not Drive Notice, New Lincoln Navigator 16.08.2024

Send us Fan Mail In this week's truck news recap, Publisher Tim Esterdahl is discussing the Toyota Tacoma transmission with regards to a Toyota Tech Tip. Also, Ford issued a massive do not drive notice to 750,000 owners and a new 2025 Lincoln Navigator debuted. Check out our Forum: https://forum.pickuptrucktalk.com/ Support the show

2025 Tundra Changes, GMC Terrain, Chevron's Impact on Auto Industry 14.08.2024

Send us Fan Mail In this Livestream, Tim and Jill are discussing these topics as well as digging whether or not you should get an extended warranty. Support the show

Ford Patents Auto Speeding Tickets, Toyota Denies Warranty, Ram Plant Layoffs 09.08.2024

Send us Fan Mail In this week's truck news recap, Publisher Tim Esterdahl discusses a new Ford patent for automatically creating speeding tickets, Toyota denies warranty claims for burned GR Corollas and layoffs are coming for a Ram plant.  Support the show

Ford Maverick Pricing! Traverse Dents, Ram Classic Dead, Data Sharing Profit 02.08.2024

Send us Fan Mail In this truck news recap, Publisher Tim Esterdahl is talking about a variety of topics including the new 2025 Ford Maverick price, Chevy Traverse hood denting, Ram 1500 Classic dead and the amount of profit automakers are really making from sharing data.  Support the show

How Much $$$ Toyota Engine Recall? Ram 1500 Production Problems, Profits Down 27.07.2024

Send us Fan Mail In this week's truck news recap, Publisher Tim Esterdahl recaps the week with conversation on how much the Toyota engine recall will cost, Ram 1500 issues and profitably problems for Ford and Stellantis. Meanwhile, GM's turn on EVs is becoming profitable.  Check out our Forum: https://forum.pickuptrucktalk.com/ Support the show

What makes a truck reliable? Engine or Infotainment? Apple CarPlay is a MUST! 24.07.2024

Send us Fan Mail In this Livestream, Tim and Jill are discussing these topics. Jill has a rant about subscription fees and Tim talks about reliability issues. Support the show

Florida HOAs Still Hate Trucks, Tundra Market Share Boom, Ford Super Duty hybrid, Least Reliable 19.07.2024

Send us Fan Mail In this truck news recap, Publisher Tim Esterdahl is discussing a variety of topics including Florida HOAs still hating on trucks, the Toyota Tundra market share boom, Ford Super Duty hybrid coming and a list of the least reliable 2024 full-size trucks.  Support the show

Tacoma Transmission Fix? Subscription Fees Yeah or Nay? 18.07.2024

Send us Fan Mail In this Livestream, Jill and Tim are discussing a variety of issues including a 2024 Toyota Tacoma transmission fix, subscription fees in vehicles and more. Support the show

Chevy, Tundra, Maverick Sales BOOM! Ram HD News, Jeep Gladiator Changes 05.07.2024

Send us Fan Mail In this week's truck news recap, Publisher Tim Esterdahl talks about the 2024 Q2 truck sales, new 2025 Ram HD news, and big changes for the Jeep Gladiator coming. Support the show

Ram, F-150, Cyber Truck Recalls Galore; Oil Change Intervals? 26.06.2024

Send us Fan Mail In this video, Publisher Tim Esterdahl and Managing Editor Jill Ciminillo are discussing a variety of recalls and oil change intervals. They also dive into the latest issues with the Toyota Tacoma and explain the backstory on a few things.  Support the show

Dealership Cyberattack, Job Cuts, Factory Issues, Ford Inventory Concerns - Truck News Recap 21.06.2024

Send us Fan Mail In this week's truck news recap, Publisher Tim Esterdahl is talking about the CDK Global cyber attack and how it is affecting dealerships. Plus, Stellantis talks job cuts, factory issues. Finally, he discusses the Ford inventory concerns among other items.  Check out our Forum: https://forum.pickuptrucktalk.com/ Support the show

Most USA-Built Truck? Tundra Resale Concerns? Ineos Pickup 20.06.2024

Send us Fan Mail In this Livestream, Tim and Jill are discussing the latest American-Made Index from Cars.com. Also, they are talking about the third-gen Toyota Tundra resale value. Finally, they talk about the new Ineos Quartermaster pickup. Support the show

Which Midsize Truck is Best Quality Right Now with All Terrain Nation 16.06.2024

Send us Fan Mail Tim is talking with Dave from All Terrain Nation about midsize trucks, fullsize trucks and a host of other topics on the automotive industry. Support the show

Toyota Tundra Trade-In Lies? EV Owners Switch Back - Truck News Recap 15.06.2024

Send us Fan Mail in this week's truck news recap, Publisher Tim Esterdahl clears the air over the confusion over his story on the Toyota Tundra trade-in that most people keep getting wrong. Also, he talks about a study stating EV owners want to move back to gas cars. Finally, he discusses the week that was with the news. Check out our Forum: https://forum.pickuptrucktalk.com/ Support the show

Ram No Dipstick Reason, F-150 Drops Starter, Toyota Tundra Recall New Details 07.06.2024

Send us Fan Mail Lots to discuss in this week's truck news recap including the Ram 1500 Hurricane engine no dipstick reasoning. Why the Ford F-150 Hybrid dropped a starter and more details on the Toyota Tundra engine recall details. Links: Ram answers: https://pickuptrucktalk.com/2024/06/sensor-fails-2025-ram-1500-hurricane-no-dipstick-concerns-addressed/ Ford starter: https://pickuptrucktalk...

Tundra Recall, New Jeep Not Just EV, Ram 1500 No Dipstick - Truck News Recap 31.05.2024

Send us Fan Mail In this truck news recap, Tim is talking about the big Tundra recall, Jeep Wagoneer S going to be more than just EV, the Ram 1500 no dipstick situation and some behind-the-scenes information about upcoming videos. Support the show

OTA Updates Good or Bad? Is new Toyota Tacoma a Hit or Massive Fail? 29.05.2024

Send us Fan Mail In this Livestream, Tim and Jill are discussing the over-the-air updates and how they are impacting your truck. Also, they discuss some startling Chevy Silverado 1500 EV news. Finally, they dig into the 2024 Toyota Tacoma after both experiencing it again months after the first drive event. Check out Jill's YouTube channel here: https://www.youtube.com/@jillciminillo Support t...

Ford Cutting Costs, Plug-In Truck Announced - Truck News Recap 18.05.2024

Send us Fan Mail Publisher Tim Esterdahl is talking about Ford cutting costs to make their EVs cheaper, the Chevy Silverado EV RST range and sub $100k price, a botched Ford Bronco recall and the BYD Shark PHEV pickup truck among other topics.  Support the show

The Truth Behind EV Battery Replacement, Will Simpler Trucks Make a Return? 11.05.2024

Send us Fan Mail In this Livestream, Tim and Jill are discussing a new study by the US Department of Energy on EV battery replacement. Also, Tim asks the question if simpler trucks will make a return. Support the show

Toyota Uses New Chevron Fuel! How Many EV Batteries Fail? Truck News Recap 06.05.2024

Send us Fan Mail In this truck news recap, Publisher Tim Esterdahl is talking about a pilot program with Toyota and Chevron using a new renewable gasoline that emits 40% less emissions. Plus a new study details how many EV batteries actually fail. Finally, he wraps up what happened on the website and YouTube channel in the past week. Check out our Forum: https://forum.pickuptrucktalk.com/ Support...

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