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

500 Mile Range for Electric Truck Enough? 2024 Wrangler, Kona Updates 11.04.2023

Send us Fan Mail In this livestream, Tim Esterdahl and Jill Ciminillo are discussing the latest truck and SUV news. They debate the Ram Rev 1500 500 mile range, what is the ideal range, the truck's curb weight as well. Then, they jump around with various discussions followed by a quick recap of the 2024 Jeep Wrangler and Hyundai Kona changes. Support the show

GM drops Carplay/Android Auto, Tacoma Teaser, New Mazda CX-90 arrives 05.04.2023

Send us Fan Mail In this Livestream, Publisher Tim Esterdahl and Managing Editor Jill Ciminillo talk about the latest automotive topics like GM drops Carplay/Android Auto, Tacoma Teaser, New Mazda CX-90 arrives. Support the show

MPG Not A Focus for New Trucks? Swede to Michigan! Special Guest Host 28.03.2023

Send us Fan Mail In this Livestream, Publisher Tim Esterdahl is joined with special guest host David Boyd from All Terrain Nation to discuss why MPG isn't a big focus for new trucks as well as announce a new Swede to Michigan project. Support the show

Reliable 2023 truck debate, new Buick SUV, GM Slows Truck Production 28.02.2023

Send us Fan Mail In this livestream, Jill and Tim are discussing the latest automotive news including  the most reliable 2023 full-size truck, a new 2024 Buick Encore and GM slowing production to reduce inventory. Support the show

Chevy Colorado Winner/Bust, Ford Quality Issues, Jill Sweden Adventure 21.02.2023

Send us Fan Mail In this Livestream/podcast, Tim and Jill are discussing the new Chevy Colorado, Ford quality issues and Jill's quick trip to Sweden. Support the show

2023 Chicago Auto Show Expectations, Tim and Jill Challenge for 100k Subs 07.02.2023

Send us Fan Mail In this Livestream, Jill and Tim discuss the upcoming 2023 Chicago Auto Show and discuss with the audience what they want to see us cover at the show. We talk about Toyota, Volkswagen, Jeep, Subaru, Hyundai and all the other brands as well. Then, things get a little comical with a fan suggestion to celebrate when we hit 100,000 subscribers. Support the show

GMC Record Prices, GM's Next V8, Viewer Questions Answered 31.01.2023

Send us Fan Mail In this podcast, Jill and Tim discuss the latest news from GMC about rising transaction prices, the Yukon being sold out and other details. Then, they talk about the irony of GM's $1 Billion plan to build a next-generation V8 engine while pushing EVs for all. Finally, Tim and Jill address numerous questions in Tim's email inbox. Support the show

2024 Chevy HD pricing, Ram range extender pickup still option, Mazda misses memo? 18.01.2023

Send us Fan Mail In this Livestream/Podcast, Publisher Tim Esterdahl and Managing Editor Jill Ciminillo discuss a variety of truck and SUV topics. These include the Mazda MX-30 range extender not coming to the U.S. Also, the difference between a plug-in hybrid and a range extender. Then, there is a discussion about the Ram Revolution and weirdness about a range extender option. Finally the topics...

Ram Rev Pickup Yeah or Blah? Synthetic eFuel Means No EV Rush? 11.01.2023

Send us Fan Mail Jill and Tim discuss the Ram Revolution concept and what features may make it into production. Then, there's some back and forth with fans of the channel and further discussion on SUV and truck topics. Finally, the show wraps up with some discussion on Porsche's eFuel and how this carbon neutral fuel could be an alternative to an EV. Support the show

What truck or SUV are you shopping for? What to expect for 2023! 05.01.2023

Send us Fan Mail What's new for 2023 and what are you shopping for? Tim and Jill detail everything they expect to see in the coming year and discuss with the fans what they are shopping for this year. Also, Jill LOVES Cracker Barrel leaving Tim a bit mystified. Support the show

Our Best and Worst 2022 Trucks and SUVs We Drove This Year! 22.12.2022

Send us Fan Mail In this podcast, Jill and Tim discuss the best and worst 2022 trucks and SUVs we drove this past year. Support the show

New Truck Announcement! Plus EVs Cold Weather Problems 03.12.2022

Send us Fan Mail In this livestream, we are announcing our new truck for the channel for next year. Plus, we are seeing numerous reports of various issues with EVs in the cold. What gives? We discuss. Support the show

LA Auto Show Recap, Toyota Hydrogen Semi production, Hummer water leak concern 25.11.2022

Send us Fan Mail In this podcast, Jill and Tim are recapping the LA Auto Show as well as news on the Toyota hydrogen production beginning and a rather serious issue with the GMC Hummer and water leaking into the battery. Support the show

Will EVs get cheaper and better? Hydrogen trucks finally happening? Lego Ford 23.11.2022

Send us Fan Mail In this podcast, Tim and Jill discussed EV pricing, hydrogen seeing more light of day and a special Lego Ford truck. Support the show

Will electric trucks kill aftermarket lifts/wheels? Ford Expedition needs overhaul? 10.11.2022

Send us Fan Mail In this livestream, we are talking about the impact on SEMA on the industry and if these suppliers can survive in an electric truck future. Also, we will discuss the Ford Expedition and whether it needs to be completely redone to be competitive. Support the show

Are driver aids making drivers worse? Special guest from Toyota Explains 07.11.2022

Send us Fan Mail In this Livestream, we chat with Toyota VP Nick Sitarski about driver aid systems, his role in developing them, how he got into engineering and many other topics. Support the show

Jill conquers sand dunes at Rebelle, Tim gets electrified with Ford Lightning 24.10.2022

Send us Fan Mail In this Livestream, Tim and Jill are sharing all their latest adventures including Jill officially becoming a Rebelle and Tim's ups and downs with charging the Ford F-150 Lightning. Support the show

Detroit Auto Show, Ram 1500 Diesel Dead, 2023 Lexus RX 21.09.2022

Send us Fan Mail In this Talkin' Trucks Live Stream, Publisher Tim Esterdahl and Managing Editor Jill Ciminillo discuss the 2022 Detroit Auto Show, the death of the 3.0L EcoDiesel in the Ram 1500 and Esterdahl's first drive of the 2023 Lexus RX. Support the show

Electric vs Gas Maintenance differences, Safest 2022 Trucks, Many Recalls 06.09.2022

Send us Fan Mail In this livestream, Tim and Jill are discussing: Electric vs Gas Maintenance differences, Safest 2022 Trucks, Many Recalls as well as other topics. Support the show

KIA, Hyundai SUV thefts rise, New GM Diesel not for SUVs, EV Tax Credit Confusion 23.08.2022

Send us Fan Mail In this podcast, Tim and Jill are discussing KIA, Hyundai SUV thefts rise, New GM Diesel not for SUVs, EV Tax Credit Confusion. Support the show

2023 GMC Canyon coming, new Ford Super Duty confirm, Mazda price hike 05.08.2022

Send us Fan Mail In this livestream, Jill and Tim are talking about the 2023 GMC Canyon reveal date and what to expect. Also, it is confirmed we will see a new Ford Super Duty by year end and there are changes coming for the Mazda CX-50. Support the show

Is 2023 Chevy Colorado enough to topple Tacoma? Interesting changes 2023 Ford F-150 29.07.2022

Send us Fan Mail In this Livestream, Jill and Tim discuss the new 2023 Chevy Colorado and if they did enough with it. Then, they discuss the changes for the 2023 Ford F-150. Finally, Jill and Tim talk about the emergence of a digital key, the who, what, when and why as well as security of using a digital key like your cell phone. Support the show

Rent a Ford Lightning? Chevy Blazer EV is a winner/loser? Colorado Diesel Dead? Talkin' Trucks 22.07.2022

Send us Fan Mail In this Livestream, Tim and Jill debate a number of topics including renting can you rent a Ford F-150 Lightning, if the Chevy Blazer EV is a winner or a loser, 5th wheel towing for a Toyota Tundra, a Chevy Colorado update and diesel engine for that pickup and many other topics. Support the show

Best trucks for towing, new Honda CR-V is wow? GM $1-2k mandates for OnStar 14.07.2022

Send us Fan Mail In this livestream, Tim and Jill are chatting about the best trucks for towing, the new Honda CR-V and GM's $1-2k mandates for OnStar services. There is also some conversation on the Toyota Tundra recalls and we answer a lot of viewer questions. Support the show

New Truck Quality Sinks, Which is Most Exciting: New Colorado/Canyon, Ranger, Tacoma? Talkin' Trucks 08.07.2022

Send us Fan Mail In this Talkin' Trucks Livestream, Jill and Tim will discuss the latest JD Power Initial Quality Study and discuss the drop in quality. Also, a new Chevy Colorado, GMC Canyon, Ford Ranger, and Toyota Tacoma are coming soon, which one is more exciting? They also dive into an article on electric truck adoption. It is a good one! Support the show

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