Amsoil
Amsoil is a company that makes truck and car fluids like engine oil. The hosts are saying they use Amsoil in their own vehicles and are promoting it here.
synthetics
Synthetic oil is a type of engine oil made to work better and more consistently than regular oil, especially in hot or cold conditions. The hosts are using it as part of their truck maintenance routine.
lubricants
Lubricants are fluids that help moving parts slide smoothly instead of grinding against each other. They’re used to reduce wear in engines and other mechanical systems.
greases
Grease is a thicker lubricant than oil, often used on parts that need long-lasting protection. It helps reduce friction and wear in places that don’t stay wet with oil.
filters
Filters are parts that trap dirt and debris so it doesn’t circulate through the engine or other systems. They help keep fluids cleaner and protect engine components.
additives
Additives are extra chemicals mixed into fluids to help them do a better job—like keeping things clean or protecting metal from rust. They’re often used to improve engine oil performance.
tire gauge
A tire gauge is a small tool you use to check how much air is in your tires. Correct tire pressure helps with safety and ride quality.
kershaw.chiusa.com
That link is for Kershaw knives, which are a brand of pocket knives. It’s mentioned here because it’s part of the show’s sponsor ads.
EDCs
EDC means “everyday carry,” like the small tools or gear you keep on you most days. Here it’s describing knife styles meant for daily use.
Pursuit Rated Heavy Duty
“Pursuit Rated” is a claim that the truck is built and tested for hard, police-style driving. Here they connect it to tests like fast launches, repeated hard stops, and track running.
Ram
Ram is a truck brand (part of Stellantis). Here they’re describing a special Ram heavy-duty truck built for police-style driving.
2027 Ram HD Pursuit Capable Emergency Response Truck
This is a special 2027 Ram heavy-duty truck designed for emergency/police-style driving. They’re saying it’s been tested for fast acceleration, hard braking, and track durability.
zero to 60 acceleration
This is a timing test: how fast the truck can go from standing still to 60 mph. Faster times generally mean stronger acceleration.
anti-lock break stops
ABS is the system that helps keep the wheels from locking up when you brake hard. Doing many “60 to zero” ABS stops is a way to stress-test the brakes and related parts.
Gratton Raceway Dynamics testing
This is a track test where the truck runs repeated laps to see if anything breaks under real driving loads. They’re saying it finished many laps without major problems.
Dodge Ram
The Dodge Ram is a large pickup truck. The podcast mentions a special version called the 2027 Ram 2500 Emergency Response Vehicle, which is set up for emergency crews. It’s discussed because it shows how the truck can be modified for serious, high-use work.
Ram 2500 Tradesman Crew Cab 4x4
They say the ERV is built from a Ram 2500 Tradesman Crew Cab that’s 4x4. 4x4 means it can send power to all four wheels for better grip.
2027 Ram 2500 Emergency Response Vehicle or ERV
They’re calling out the 2027 Ram 2500 ERV, which is the emergency-response version of the Ram 2500. It’s built from a Tradesman Crew Cab 4x4 platform and uses a gas engine.
429 pound phototorque Hemi
A “Hemi” is an engine design that helps the engine burn fuel efficiently. The “429” number here is the engine’s twisting force (torque), which helps with pulling and acceleration under load.
top speed
Top speed is the highest speed the truck can reach. They’re quoting it as one of the performance numbers from their testing.
400 amp alternator
The alternator makes electricity while the engine is running. A “400 amp” alternator means it can supply a lot of power, which helps when an emergency truck has lots of electronics and lights running at once.
410 gear ratio
The gear ratio is a gearing setting that affects how the truck pulls and how it feels at speed. A 4.10 ratio usually helps the truck accelerate and haul better, but it may run the engine a bit harder on the highway.
heavy duty rear axle
A heavy-duty rear axle is the truck’s back axle built to be tougher. It helps the truck handle heavier loads and harder daily work without wearing out as quickly.
upfitting
Upfitting means customizing a truck after it leaves the factory. For example, police or service fleets add gear like radios, lights, and storage so the truck is ready for the job.
payload
Payload is how much weight the truck can carry. It includes things like cargo, tools, and equipment added for the job.
zero to 60 time
Zero-to-60 time is how fast the truck goes from standing still to 60 miles per hour. Lower numbers generally mean quicker acceleration.
tire limited speed
Tire-limited speed means the tires were the first thing to “give out” during the test. The truck couldn’t go faster safely because the tires couldn’t handle it.
hairpin
A hairpin is a very sharp turn that basically forces you to slow down a lot and turn tightly. It’s hard on tires and brakes because you’re changing direction quickly.
reverse camber turns
Reverse camber turns are corners where the road is tilted in a way that can make the tires grip less. That makes the turn harder and more of a real-world handling test.
MSP's requirements
MSP’s requirements are official rules for how the vehicle has to perform for police/public-safety use. The host is saying the truck passed those standards in the test.
Amarok
The Volkswagen Amarok is a pickup truck that’s sold in some countries. The host says it never really came to the US, so people are curious whether Volkswagen will bring a pickup here.
Volkswagen Group's North American CEO
This is Volkswagen’s top leader for North America. The host is using what that person said to suggest Volkswagen hasn’t ruled out making a pickup for the US market.
midsize truck space
The midsize truck space means the category of mid-sized pickup trucks. It’s a competitive market, and when new brands join, it usually means more options for buyers.
Hyundai
Hyundai is being mentioned as a company planning to enter the midsize pickup market. That usually means more choices for shoppers and more competition.
Kia
Kia is being mentioned as another brand planning to join the midsize pickup market. The point is that more companies are targeting the same segment.
B segment
Car makers group vehicles into “segments” based on size and typical buyers. “B-segment” usually means a smaller class of vehicles, and the hosts are using that clue to guess what kind of pickup platform Hyundai might use.
unibody
A unibody means the car’s body and frame are built as one integrated structure. It’s different from a traditional truck frame and can change how the vehicle rides and how it’s engineered.
PYO wheel
“PYO wheel” is the name the hosts use for a particular wheel design. They’re talking about a heavy-duty aluminum wheel size and shape that many people liked, but it’s getting harder to buy new.
heavy duty aluminum wheel
This is a truck wheel made from aluminum, built to last under tougher use like hauling or towing. The “heavy duty” part means it’s meant to be stronger than a basic wheel.
fitment
“Fitment” is whether a wheel will physically fit your truck without rubbing or clearance problems. Even if the wheel is the right size on paper, it can still be too tight depending on the vehicle.
Worldly custom fabrication
The hosts mention “Worldly custom fabrication” as the company behind the wheel design they’re recommending. They’re saying the company made wheels that fit today’s trucks better.
offset
Wheel offset tells you how the wheel sits in relation to the hub—whether it pushes the wheel outward or pulls it inward. That matters because it can cause rubbing or clearance issues.
backspace
Backspacing is how much room you have on the inside of the wheel near the suspension and brakes. It helps you choose wheels that won’t hit or rub.
bolt or lug pattern
Your wheel has bolt holes, and your truck’s hub has matching bolt holes. The “bolt pattern” has to match or the wheel won’t fit right.
hub bore size
The wheel has a center hole that needs to fit the truck’s hub. If it’s the wrong size, the wheel may not sit correctly.
forged from 6061 with T6 heat treatment
They’re making the wheels from a specific aluminum recipe (6061) and then heat-treating it (T6) to make it stronger. That’s usually a sign of better build quality.
custom powder coated
Powder coating is a thick, baked-on finish that helps protect the wheel from rust and damage. It’s usually more durable than basic paint.
SAE J2530 certified
This is a safety/fitment standard for wheels. If a wheel is “J2530 certified,” it means it’s been tested to work safely with the intended tires and vehicle loads.
ballooning
Ballooning is when the tire sidewall looks like it’s bulging or deforming more than it should. The right wheel width helps prevent that.
gross vehicle weight rating
GVWR is the maximum weight the truck is built to handle. If the wheels are designed for that rating, they’re meant to stay safe even when you’re loaded or towing.
wcfab.com
The host is telling you to check WCFab’s website for pictures and info about the wheels they’re discussing.
C.K. 2500 Gmc
“C.K.” here sounds like a label for a specific truck example shown in the podcast. The description mentions a red crew cab 2500 and the wheel size. It’s being used to point out details from a picture rather than to explain a general vehicle.
Kansas just passed a law protecting existing race tracks
They’re talking about a new Kansas law meant to keep existing race tracks from being shut down or turned into something else.
noise complaints
Noise complaints are when neighbors complain that something is too loud. Here, those complaints can cause racing tracks to get shut down or sued.
city encroaches
This means the city grows and builds closer to places that were already there. Later, new residents may complain about noise from the track.
Kansas Motorsports Venue Protection Act
This is a Kansas law meant to protect race tracks from being sued over noise. It’s designed to help tracks that were there first keep running even if new neighbors move closer.
civil suits
A civil suit is a legal case where someone sues for harm or damages, not a criminal prosecution. In this case, noise complaints can lead to that kind of lawsuit against a track.
GM
GM is the company behind brands like Chevrolet and GMC. In this segment, GM is saying it will pause some new electric truck/SUV plans for a while and look again later.
Cadillac Escalade
The Cadillac Escalade is a big luxury SUV. The podcast says the Escalade IQ isn’t canceled, but that plans are being paused and revisited. That means it may still be coming, just not on the original timeline.
Chevrolet Silverado EV
The Silverado EV is Chevrolet’s electric pickup truck. The hosts say GM is pausing new versions of it for a while.
Gmc Sierra
The Sierra EV is GMC’s electric pickup truck. The hosts say GM is putting a pause on new versions for now.
Hummer EV
Hummer EV is the electric version of the Hummer brand. The hosts say GM is pausing new versions for a while.
battery electric trucks
Battery electric trucks run on electricity from a battery, not gasoline. The hosts say GM wouldn’t share details or timelines about future versions.
Q1
Q1 is the first three months of the year. Here it’s used to say how many Silverado EVs were sold early in the year.
Cadillac Escalade IQ
This is Cadillac’s electric take on the Escalade. The hosts are pointing out that a lot of these EVs are showing up in the real world, not just on paper.
Jeep brand
This just means the Jeep company/brand. They’re celebrating a big sales milestone for the Wrangler Rubicon.
Jeep Wrangler
The Jeep Wrangler Rubicon is the off-road-focused version of the Wrangler. It’s known for factory upgrades that make it better for trails than a regular Wrangler.
Skunkworks project
A “skunkworks” project is when a small group works on something experimental, kind of outside the usual process. The idea is to move fast and try bold concepts.
TJ
TJ is a shorthand for a specific generation of the Jeep Wrangler. The hosts are saying the Rubicon’s early version started with that Wrangler generation.
locking differentials
A locking differential helps both wheels on an axle work together. If one wheel slips on dirt or rocks, locking it can keep the other wheel from doing all the work.
transfer case
The transfer case is what sends power to both the front and rear wheels on a 4x4. It also provides low gear for slow, controlled off-road driving.
heavy duty skid plates
Skid plates protect the bottom of the vehicle from hitting rocks or logs. Heavy-duty ones are built to take more abuse on trails.
BF good rich tires
BFGoodrich makes tires, and here they’re talking about off-road tires sized at 32 inches. Larger tires can help the vehicle handle rough terrain better.
JK
JK is another generation of the Jeep Wrangler. Here, they’re using it to explain how the Wrangler grew into four-door versions.
JL
JL refers to the next generation of the Jeep Wrangler after JK. The hosts are basically saying the Wrangler kept evolving over time.
F-150 Raptor
The F-150 is Ford’s large pickup truck. In the podcast, it’s mentioned while talking about off-road trucks and how certain off-road ideas or setups relate to earlier models. The point is about the background of how these trucks evolved.
Honda Ridgeline
The Honda Ridgeline is a pickup truck that’s meant to be practical for daily driving but still useful like a truck. The podcast mentions the Trail Sport version and compares it to other off-road trims. The point is about what kind of off-road capability that specific Ridgeline trim is meant to have.
General Motors
General Motors is the company that makes these trucks. In this segment, they’re saying GM is ending production of certain heavy-duty Silverado models.
International Motors
International Motors is a company that makes commercial trucks. The hosts are saying GM had a deal with them to build certain truck models, and that deal is ending.
medium duty trucks
Medium-duty trucks are commercial trucks that are bigger than normal pickups, but not as big as the heaviest freight trucks. They’re used for things like delivery and service work that need more hauling ability.
GMC Savannah
The GMC Savannah is a work van used by businesses. The hosts say GM is ending production of some Savannah cutaway versions.
Chevrolet Silverado 5,500 HD
This is a heavier-duty Silverado variant used for commercial work. The hosts say GM is stopping production of it.
Chevrolet Silverado 4,500 HD
This is a heavy-duty Silverado meant for commercial jobs. The hosts are saying GM will stop making these medium-duty heavy versions.
Chevrolet Silverado 6,500 HD
This is the biggest heavy-duty Silverado in the list they mention. The segment says GM is ending production of these medium-duty trucks.
Chevrolet Express
The Chevy Express is a van commonly used for business fleets. The hosts say GM is stopping production of some Express cutaway versions.
NHTSA probe
NHTSA is the U.S. agency that looks into vehicle safety problems. A “probe” means they’re investigating, and it can turn into an official recall if they find a real safety risk.
downshifting randomly at speed
Downshifting is when the car changes to a lower gear. If it happens unexpectedly while you’re driving fast, it can make the truck behave unpredictably and potentially affect control.
Ford F-150
The Ford F-150 is a popular pickup truck. In this story, certain 2015–2017 F-150s are involved in a safety recall because of a problem that can affect control while driving.
wheels to lock up
When wheels lock up, the tires stop turning and start sliding. That can make the vehicle harder to steer and can increase stopping distance.
Ford Probe
The Ford Probe is a Ford model that the podcast connects to a safety investigation. The government looked into a potential problem, and Ford responded by issuing a recall. A recall usually means owners may need repairs to fix the issue.
recall notice
A recall notice is the official message telling owners their vehicle needs a safety repair. It usually comes after regulators and the manufacturer confirm there’s a real problem.
Ford Explorer
The Ford Explorer is a midsize SUV, meaning it’s a family vehicle with more space than a typical car. In the podcast, it’s mentioned to say the topic isn’t about the Explorer—it's about a different Ford model. That helps narrow down what changes are being discussed.
6R80
6R80 is the name of a specific automatic transmission used in some Ford trucks. The hosts are saying only F-150s with this transmission are affected.
Ford Mustang
The Ford Mustang is a sports car made by Ford. The podcast brings it up to clarify that the discussion is not about the Mustang. Instead, it’s focused on the F-150 and what’s happening with that truck.
Ford Expedition
The Ford Expedition is a large SUV designed for more passengers and bigger cargo needs. In this episode, it’s mentioned mainly to say the topic isn’t about the Expedition. The focus is on the F-150 instead.
electrical connectors
Electrical connectors are the parts that connect wires together. If they wear out or loosen, the car may get wrong information from sensors.
PCM
PCM means the car’s main computer for the powertrain (engine + transmission). It reads sensors and decides when to shift gears.
transmission range sensor
This sensor tells the car what gear you’ve selected. If it reports the wrong gear, the car may shift at the wrong time.
wrench light
That wrench-shaped dashboard light means the car has detected a problem. Here, it’s tied to the truck not getting the right information from the transmission sensors.
VOQs
VOQs are records of customer-reported problems. The show uses them to explain how Ford gathered evidence before issuing the recall.
recalibrate
Recalibrate means the dealer updates the car’s settings. The goal is to make the car recognize a sensor problem more reliably before it shifts gears.
diagnostic trouble codes
Diagnostic trouble codes are the “error messages” the car stores when it finds a problem. If the codes point to the transmission range sensor, the fix may include replacing parts.
TRS
TRS is short for the transmission range sensor. It tells the car what gear range the transmission is in.
