{"version":"1.0.0","episode":{"title":"Ep. 308: Which Heavy Duty Truck Is King? Ram vs Ford vs GM!","url":"http://getcarcurious.com/episodes/ep-308-which-heavy-duty-truck-is-king-ram-vs-ford-vs-gm","audioUrl":"https://audio2.redcircle.com/episodes/bed2b343-6bb4-4438-ae83-4d9ed032c824/stream.mp3","description":"( https://www.alltfl.com/ ) Check out our new spot to find ALL our content, from news to videos and our podcasts! In this episode of TFL Talkin’ Trucks, Andre and Kase break down how each of the big three heavy-duty trucks stacks up — Ram HD vs. GM HD vs. Ford Super Duty. Using what they learned from our towing tests, payload evaluations, real-world MPG loops, and performance runs on the Ike Gauntlet, they compare strengths, weaknesses, surprises, and which trucks truly shine where it matters most.They also discuss where each manufacturer is pushing ahead (or falling behind), how the latest tech and powertrains impact real usability, and what buyers should prioritize when choosing their next HD truck. Whether you tow big, haul heavy, or just want the most capable rig on the market, this episode breaks it all down.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy"},"annotations":[{"startTime":110.7,"endTime":115.8,"type":"concept","title":"heavy duty trucks","url":"/glossary/heavy-duty-trucks-95a4dd74-c258-4c3b-b729-297bf05a2e44","quote":"...now we've got HDs. 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