S3, E98 - Have You Heard? Truck News!

S3, E98 - Have You Heard? Truck News! The Truck Show Podcast · Jun 20, 2026

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Silverado

A Silverado is Chevrolet’s big pickup truck. In this clip, the host is talking about a newer version that looks more modern on the outside and feels more high-tech and upscale inside.

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The Chevrolet Silverado EV is a pickup truck that runs on electricity instead of gasoline. The podcast is talking about how it’s meant to feel like a normal Silverado but with an EV setup. People discuss it because it’s part of the shift toward electric trucks.

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digital cluster

A digital cluster is the screen behind the steering wheel that shows things like speed and warnings. Instead of old-style dials, it uses a display.

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Dodge Ram

The Dodge Ram is a full-size pickup truck. The podcast mentions that some versions have a screen for the passenger, which is meant to make the ride more comfortable. It’s part of the truck’s interior features.

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heads up display

A heads up display (HUD) projects key driving information onto the windshield so you can see it without looking down at the instrument panel. The host notes it as part of the optional “60 inches of screens” setup.

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digital rear view mirror

A digital rear view mirror uses a camera feed to display the view behind the vehicle on a screen, instead of reflecting it through a traditional mirror. The host calls it out as one of the optional screens contributing to the “60 inches of screens” claim.

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column shifter

A column shifter is a gear selector mounted on the steering column rather than on the center console. The host prefers it on trucks and contrasts it with a “fold away shifter” approach mentioned as being similar to Ford’s setup.

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10 speed auto

An automatic “10 speed” transmission is a gearbox that changes gears for you, with 10 different gear ratios. Having more gears helps the engine work more efficiently and can make towing feel smoother.

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Duramax straight six

Duramax is GM’s diesel engine line. A “straight six” means six cylinders in a single line, and the host is saying this diesel is coming back and can be had even on the basic work truck.

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multimatic shocks

“Multimatic shocks” refers to a premium shock absorber system (commonly associated with adjustable, performance-oriented damping). The point here is that the ZR/Trail Boss off-road package is using higher-end suspension hardware to improve control over rough terrain.

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two inch lift

A two-inch lift raises the truck higher off the ground. That usually helps with clearance over rocks and ruts and can make room for bigger off-road tires.

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34s

“34s” means the truck is getting 34-inch tires. Larger tires can help the truck clear obstacles and handle rough terrain better.

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standard lockers front and rear

Lockers are traction devices inside the differentials that help both wheels on an axle turn together. That can prevent one wheel from spinning uselessly when the other wheel has grip.

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jounce control

Jounce control is a suspension setting that helps the shocks react when the truck hits a bump and compresses. The goal is to keep the truck stable and the tires gripping better.

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right to repair

Right to repair means car owners should be able to get the information and parts needed to repair their vehicles. It also supports using independent mechanics instead of being forced to go to the dealer.

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non dealer or non brand mechanics

This means repair shops that aren’t the official dealer and aren’t tied to the car brand. The point is whether owners can choose them for repairs instead of being limited to the dealer network.

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rear wheel drive single motor EV

This means the electric truck uses one electric motor and it only drives the rear wheels. Using one motor can make the truck simpler and potentially cheaper than models that use two motors.

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Truck Slate Truck

The podcast is talking about a simple, low-cost EV pickup called the Slate truck. It’s described as minimal, meaning it may not include a lot of extra features. The goal seems to be keeping the price around $30,000.

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Ford Ranchero

The Ford Ranchero is a type of vehicle that combines the look and usefulness of a pickup with a more passenger-car style. The podcast is discussing whether a new vehicle might be called the Ranchero. That matters because the name usually hints at the intended style and market.

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telemetics

Telematics are the car’s built-in connectivity features—like using GPS and a cellular connection to send data. The host is saying Slate won’t depend on that kind of tech as much as other trucks do.

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Ford F150 Lighting

The Ford F-150 Lightning is Ford’s electric F-150 pickup. The host is using it as a comparison to explain that the upcoming EV truck is meant to be smaller and aimed at a different niche.

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Honda Crv

The Honda CR-V is a compact SUV designed for everyday driving and carrying people or groceries. The podcast brings it up to compare sizes with another vehicle. It helps you picture how big the new one might feel.

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Ford Ranger

The Ford Ranger is a pickup truck that’s smaller than the biggest trucks, but still meant for hauling and work. The podcast is talking about how its size might not match what some people expected. That’s important because it changes how easy it is to live with.

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Toyota RAV4

The Toyota RAV4 is a compact SUV made for everyday driving. The podcast mentions it to compare sizes with another vehicle. That helps you understand whether the other SUV will be bigger or smaller.

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Ford Maverick

The Ford Maverick is a smaller pickup. The host is saying the new EV truck is likely about that same overall size, not a big full-size truck.

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EV architecture

EV architecture is the basic “design blueprint” for an electric vehicle—how the battery and electric systems are built into the car. The host is saying Ford has a new shared electric design that can be used for different body styles.

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Chevrolet Spin

The Chevrolet Spin is mentioned as part of a vehicle design plan that could be used to build several different kinds of cars. The podcast says this same basic setup might support different body styles, like a sedan. That’s relevant because it affects how many related vehicles can be made.

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universal EV platform

A universal EV platform is like a common base that automakers can use for many different electric cars. The host is saying this truck is the first one built on Ford’s new shared electric base.

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camo prototypes

“Camo prototypes” are basically test cars covered in disguise. Automakers do this so people can’t easily tell what the final design will look like before they officially show it.

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Chevrolet Suburban

The Chevrolet Suburban is a big SUV that can carry lots of people and luggage. The podcast talks about it in relation to EV charging, meaning where you’d be able to plug it in. That matters because big vehicles often need convenient charging to be practical.

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300 miles of range

For an EV, “range” means how many miles it can drive before the battery runs low. They’re debating whether 300 miles is enough compared with what many people expect (around 400 miles).

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overlander

An “overlander” is someone who travels long distances off the beaten path, usually with gear for camping or remote stops. The host is saying this truck probably isn’t aimed at that lifestyle.

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off-roader

An “off-roader” is a vehicle meant for dirt roads, trails, and rough terrain. The host is saying this new truck probably won’t be built for that kind of rugged use.

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Jeep Wrangler

The Jeep Wrangler is a rugged off-road SUV known for its removable doors and roof and its long-running 4x4 heritage. In this segment, it’s used as the prize in a promotion tied to Jeep’s marketing campaign.

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Sarge package

The Sarge package is a Jeep appearance-and-theme option that applies a military look to the Gladiator and Wrangler. In this segment, it’s described as nodding to Jeep’s 1941 military heritage and includes specific exterior and interior styling elements.

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Jeep Gladiator

The Jeep Gladiator is Jeep’s pickup truck. It’s designed to go off-road like the Wrangler, and this segment says it can also be optioned with a special Sarge package.

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Wrangler Rubicon

The Wrangler is an off-road SUV designed for rough roads and trails. The podcast is comparing it to other related models and saying one option is easier to get or costs less. People talk about it because it’s a common choice for off-road capability.

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olive drab

Olive drab is a traditional military color—an earthy green-brown tone used on uniforms and vehicles. The host uses it to describe the “41 green” paint on the Sarge package, linking the color to military styling.

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17s with 33s

“17s” and “33s” are shorthand for wheel and tire sizes: 17-inch wheels and 33-inch tires. The segment uses this to describe the Sarge package’s stance and off-road tire sizing.

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toe hooks

Toe hooks are recovery points on a vehicle’s front (or sometimes rear) used to attach a tow strap or recovery rope. The host mentions bronze toe hooks as part of the Sarge package, emphasizing the off-road/recovery-ready styling.

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Jeep Grand Cherokee Trailhawk

This is the off-road version of the Jeep Grand Cherokee called the Trailhawk. The hosts list its off-road measurements—like ground clearance and turning angles—and the bigger all-terrain tires it rides on.

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ground clearance

Ground clearance is how much space there is between the bottom of the vehicle and the ground. More clearance usually means you can go over rough terrain without hitting the underside.

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turbocharged 2 liter Hurricane 4

This is the engine the Jeep Grand Cherokee trims are using: a 2.0-liter four-cylinder with a turbo. A turbo helps the engine make more power than a non-turbo version of the same size.

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approach angle

Approach angle is how steep a hill or obstacle you can drive up before the front of the vehicle hits it. Bigger numbers generally mean better off-road ability.

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departure angle

Departure angle is how steeply you can drive down off something without the back of the vehicle scraping. Higher departure angle usually helps on rough trails.

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all-terrain tires

All-terrain tires are meant for a mix of roads and rough off-road surfaces. They’re usually tougher and have tread patterns that help on dirt and gravel compared with regular highway tires.

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Mitsubishi Montero

The Mitsubishi Montero is an SUV built like a truck, which usually means it’s good for rough roads and off-roading. Here, the hosts are saying there’s finally confirmation about it—basically, a news update about the SUV.

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Toyota Land Cruiser

The Toyota Land Cruiser is a rugged SUV that’s built for tough conditions. The hosts are using it as a size and capability reference point for a new three-row, high-ground-clearance competitor.

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body on frame

“Body on frame” means the car’s body is mounted on a separate sturdy frame, like a truck. That usually helps with towing, carrying loads, and driving over rough ground.

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Proud to Honor package

The “Proud to Honor package” is a special look-and-wheels bundle for the Ford Super Duty. It mainly adds patriotic graphics and black wheels, and it’s only offered with certain truck colors.

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Ford Super Duty

The Ford Super Duty is Ford’s heavy-duty truck series meant for serious towing and hauling. This segment is about a special 2027 package that adds themed graphics and wheels.

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night trim

“Night trim” is a styling theme that usually makes the truck look darker or more stealthy, often with black accents. The hosts are saying the new package is like an updated version of that older look.

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forged aluminum wheels

Forged aluminum wheels are wheels made with a stronger manufacturing process than some cheaper casting methods. Here, the hosts are saying the special package includes black forged wheels.

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Ford F450

The Ford F-450 is a heavy-duty pickup truck meant for big jobs like towing and hauling. The podcast mentions a specific setup (“Dooley”) that includes large wheels. That matters because heavy trucks are usually chosen for work needs and the right package of features.

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Ram Rumblebee

The Ram Rumblebee is a special Ram truck aimed at people who want the fun of a V8 without paying for the fastest, most expensive version. In this segment they’re talking about the 5.7 setup as a “sweet spot.”

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V8

A V8 is an engine with eight cylinders arranged in a V shape. The hosts are saying the truck gives you the classic V8 feel without requiring you to chase the absolute fastest option.

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electric hydraulic power steering pump

This is the part that helps the steering feel lighter by using power steering fluid. In this case, the wiring to that pump can get too hot, which can create a fire risk.

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EHPSP connection

EHPSP is the name for the power-steering pump system. The “connection” is the plug/wiring joint for it, and the recall says that joint can develop extra resistance, which makes it run hotter than it should.

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NHTSA

NHTSA is the U.S. safety agency that tracks car safety problems and recalls. The episode references NHTSA documents to explain the recall details and risk estimate.

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park outside

They’re saying that, for now, you should park your vehicle outside instead of in a garage. The idea is to lower the risk of fire spreading to buildings or other cars while the recall fix isn’t ready yet.

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recall ID

A recall ID is like a reference number for a specific safety recall. If you call or visit a dealer, giving them the recall ID helps them quickly check whether your vehicle is part of that fix.

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Have you heard?

Man, we have a lot of news. It's just, I might have to do like three heavy herds in a row just to hit all the news.

So we'll see what the next episode is, but there's so much stuff happening right now.

Kind of got a little bit quiet for a bit and I was kind of digging for news and now it's like there's too much. There's more than I can handle in one sitting.

So first let's start off. 27 Chevy Silverado just got announced and revealed.

Nothing yet on the GMC, but that should be within the next week or so.

And I think it looks great.

It appears to me in photos to be a little bit closer to the way the HDs look.

It's a little tougher, a little bolder.

It's got more pronounced wheel arches and it's familiar.

If you're familiar with the Silverado, this is definitely a Silverado.

You'll see and you'll go, oh, that's a Silverado, but why does it look different?

It just looks fresher and I actually really like the new treatment on the nose and the whole truck just appears more squared off.

And upright, even though it's the same cab and everything, just the way that they sculpted the body.

It just, it has a, I don't know if you could be a little bit more modern and a little tougher at the same time.

That's kind of what it looks like to me.

And on the inside, it's much more modern than today's truck, even though I love the dash on the new truck.

And it kind of takes that to the next level.

It's a mix between today's truck and then the EV Silverado, but it's just a little bit more upscale.

Even though there's a lot of tech and screens, it still feels luxurious on the higher models

or really sporty on the, on the ZR2 off-road models.

Now there's a 16.3 inch center screen, a 12.2 inch digital cluster.

Passengers also get a screen just like on the Ram for some models.

That measures 11.5 inches and GM says there's 60 inches of screens.

That's a lot of screens.

It might be too much, but that also includes the heads up display and digital rear view mirror, which are optional.

This truck is a long way from your grandpa's dead, simple and reliable square body, but at least the HVAC is still knob based.

So I like that.

No word on whether or not it has a headlight switch.

I cannot tell from the photos, so we'll have to stay tuned for that.

GM also includes a multiplex console that's similar to the Ford's, but it doesn't need to have the fold away shifter

because all the GMs have a column shifter, which you'll hear no complaints about for me.

And it's the way it was intended.

I love a column shifter on a truck.

And I remember driving GMs back in the day with column shifter and you have your right hand resting on it and just, I don't know, it's just, it's a vibe.

Now, for the big news, it is...

the new 6th generation V8.

I don't know if you saw this coming, but the 5, 3 and the 6, 2 are gone.

And GM returns to some classic displacements with two new engines, a 350, 5.7 liter and a 400, 6.6 liter.

So that's two gas V8s that will be optional.

The lower trims still get the 2.7 liter turbo four, turbo max, and then all engines are now backed by the 10 speed auto.

If you remember, the four cylinder used to be paired with the old eight speed, which nobody was a fan of.

And diesel fans rejoice because the three liter Duramax straight six is back and it can even be had in the base work truck trim now.

No power numbers have been released, but, you know, GM likes to make news and dole it out.

So more to come, I'm sure throughout the summer.

According to Silverado chief engineer, Mark Dickens, we push these engines through an extensive testing and validation process to make sure they deliver the durability, capability, and dependability Silverado customers expect from tough towing scenarios to the daily demands our customers put on the trucks.

These next generation V8s were engineered and proven to perform in the real world.

And you'll be happy to know that both of the off road packages returned the trail boss and ZR to the trail boss has a two inch lift and 34s and the ZR to returns with multimatic shocks,

jounce control 35 standard lockers front and rear and the AV Silverado ZR to bison is also back with AV bumpers, sliders and skids.

ZR to also get carbon fiber inserts and rad torch red accents, including on the seatbelt where the seatbelts, the normal black or charcoal color in the middle, but the edges are this torch red and the torch red goes through the seats.

I think it looks awesome.

The seven trims include in this order work truck, custom custom trail boss, trail boss Silverado Silverado, ZR to and high country.

So there's no more LT.

It's just now Silverado.

So that might be a bit confusing to some, but I guess GM probably figured, Hey, if you're going to go in the dealership and ask for the Silverado, the LT was probably the volume trim before.

So the new 27 Silverado will be available later this year and more to come on pricing power, fuel economy and all that good stuff, but all hail the 350 and 400s.

All right, moving to our next bit of news, Jim Farley and right to repair.

So you might have heard that President Trump had a meeting with auto executives recently to discuss something that SEMA has been pushing hard and advocating for and that's the right to repair.

So that's basically the ability for consumers to fix their own vehicles or take their vehicles to non dealer or non brand mechanics.

So this is a big issue because manufacturers realize the huge impact service has on their bottom line and then the recurring revenue that comes with it.

Also the tools and all you just thought that whole ecosystem.

So if they can block out the aftermarket, they keep it all to themselves.

But to the enthusiast, this feels like a monopoly.

So the drive had a great article taking a look at this and here's from their article coming out of the meeting Ford's CEO Jim Farley was quoted saying to the Detroit free press.

I think Ford's position is very reasonable.

We're really a big advocate for the ability to repair a vehicle, but it has to be done at a reasonable cost.

And then the free press of journalists jumped in with but you don't want people repairing their own vehicles and then Farley says no, that's fine.

Not for warranty work though.

These are very complicated cars and we don't think that's safe for many of the repairs on our vehicles.

Someone at home like myself can never do it.

And I have no problem working on a 73 Bronco, but to work on a brand new Bronco, I need all sorts of specialty tools.

That's something that, you know, we would put people's lives at risk.

Okay, it's an interesting article because the drive points out the different ways that the comments were interpreted from different media outlets.

And then like what does reasonable cost mean and what does position what position are you taking?

So is Ford against or for right to repair?

I think the drive was right to say they're nervous after these comments and also right in saying that Farley needs to tread lightly here as not to spook consumers or the massive aftermarket community.

So there's a lot of moving pieces here.

I think he's one of the first CEOs on the automotive side who kind of has come out and hinted that they might not be all in on right to repair.

And I think Rodentrack according to their article said that they thought Farley clarified it.

I don't think it was clarified.

I think there's still questions, but if Ford clarifies with a statement, we'll let you know.

But until then, right to repair remains a very contentious subject in the automotive aftermarket.

And we hope we get to a place where right to repair becomes law.

All right, Slate had a little leaky leak on their website.

And those leaks suggest a starting price for the rear wheel drive single motor EV of $24,950 positioning it as the cheapest new electric truck in America and a competitor to Ford's upcoming $30,000 EV pickup.

Unlike most pickups, the Slate truck is intentionally minimalistic.

The base truck only includes the essential features and then you can add accessories and options as needed.

And Slate's basically saying, hey, we know you want a simple truck, so you probably want utility than all this tech that's verdant on all the other ones.

And if Slate does come in at $24,950, that's about $5,000 less than what Ford is going to come in with their EV truck.

Some are saying that that might be called the Ranchero.

The price, it would make Slate one of the least expensive new vehicles, regardless of powertrain.

And we've talked about Slate a little bit here and there where it's got about 150 miles of base range.

The optional batteries are on 240. It's a turn one horsepower rear drive vehicle.

And interestingly enough, Slate has emphasized that it'll have a simple vehicle architecture with fewer connected features.

So it's not going to rely heavily on telematics and data collection. They think that's a selling point.

So we'll see what happens. Would you buy a base model new Slate for $24,950?

Or what if options of things like navigation and a radio and power windows brought it up to $30, would it still be appealing to you?

Interesting. We'll see. I'm guessing we're going to see a bunch of those things slammed and modified really, really quickly.

So stay tuned for more on the Slate truck, which is challenging the industry's assumption that trucks have to be large, expensive, and laden with technology.

So we'll see what happens.

Speaking of the EV trucks, Ford's EV mid-sizer, is it Ranchero? I don't know, has been seen out in the wild.

And it's interesting because they're not being shy with it.

And in fact, on the cam over the truck are QR codes so you can walk up to and take pictures of it and get some more information.

So they're being quote unquote secretive, but it's not really a secret.

The new EV truck is designed not to compete with the F-150 lighting that went away, but it's much smaller.

People thought it would be ranger size because Ford had said mid-size, but they may have been talking about mid-sized interior room because they talked about how it would be bigger than CRV and RAV4, things like that.

But the actual footprint looks to be about the size of a Maverick, which Ford has basically confirmed.

And Ford says that the target range is around 300 miles and that affordability is the primary goal.

So again, starting price of around $30,000 and this is going to use Ford's brand new EV architecture.

So this architecture is supposed to spin off a bunch of different vehicles, maybe a sedan, a wagon, an SUV.

This truck will be the first thing. It's their new universal EV platform.

And the platform has simplified manufacturing with large castings, reduced number of parts, and then lower production costs because of all that.

And Ford sees this architecture as foundation for this future family of affordable EVs.

So it sounds like EVs are moving in the opposite direction from being these expensive vehicles for those who have the money to something that could be bought by an average consumer.

Ford is building anticipation through their secret prototype campaign.

And the camo prototypes have QR codes on them.

It goes to a website called You Spotted a Unicorn.

Ford's using the campaign to showcase the truck and the new manufacturing technologies ahead of a reveal that'll happen later this year.

The potential implications for the industry is lower purchase price could just be a great entry-level vehicle for somebody, regardless of EV or not.

It's better for urban or suburban areas where you would have chargers.

And it'll be interesting to see if that little urban truck with 300 miles of range is going to be enough when people have recently kind of been around 400s, the sweet spot for trucks, 300 maybe for cars.

I don't know.

I don't think it's going to be in that area except for maybe being like something for your surfboards or a place where you can get rock climbing or things like that, where you have a road to it.

It's not going to be like an off-roader or an overlander.

Anyway, another interesting story to keep our eye on.

All right, a couple Jeep stories, but the first one is my favorite.

And the World Cup is going on right now.

And they've got a new campaign called All In On America.

And basically they are targeting Americans who share the name George Washington with our first president.

And they're targeting him to soccer.

And if Team USA captures the championship, which by the way, as of this recording, they're doing pretty well to know the automaker says the first 100 eligible Americans legally named George Washington who successfully registered for the promotion could receive a 26 Jeep Wrangler.

I think that's pretty cool.

So what do you have to do?

It's really, really straightforward.

Be a legal resident of the U.S. or D.C.

Be at least 18 years old.

Have legal first name of George, the last name of Washington.

Successfully register through the website and be among the first 100 verified registrants.

If Team USA wins the tournament, those get a new 26 Jeep Wrangler.

And you can go to a website WranglerForWashington.com.

Registration began on June 10th and it'll close on 3 p.m. eastern time on July 19th.

So you still have some time to get there.

So if you are named George Washington and listen to the Trek Show podcast, you could win a Wrangler if Team USA wins the World Cup.

So a lot of ifs there, but still fun promotion.

All right.

And then the other news from Jeep.

Drop number eight of the 12 for 12 program is the Sarge package, which is available both on the Gladiator and the Wrangler.

And they basically take a military theme and nod back to the original 1941 MB military heritage.

It's just a $500 package over a comparably equipped Gladiator or Wrangler Rubicon.

And so it's one of the more accessible packages on the outside.

They're white and green.

It's got the 41 green paint, which is like an olive drab inspired color.

And it's got military inspired graphics and a vintage 1941 hood graphic.

And it's got those cool steel looking wheels, but they're painted the same color within that 41 green 17s with 33s.

And you get bronze toe hooks.

The real story is the interior of these guys, which have this amazing really nicely done interior.

It's the black interior, but on top of the dash, the dashed around is a khaki color.

And then the door panels and the console where your armrest has that.

And then the seats are like an olive drab cloth, which it looks really tasteful.

If you think about it, it's kind of like the Bronco Filson that we were just talking about the other day,

except this is more toward the military theme, but Jeep could take this same interior

and do an upscale package and it would rival the Bronco.

I mean, it's that nice looking on the inside.

I think that's the big win.

So you get the Mayan gold stitching, you get the olive drab and you get the khaki and it's super nice.

In addition to the color palette and the vibe, Jeep also gets a bunch of little Easter eggs in there,

like a special 1941 cup holder plaque military style star shift knob medallion

and then an HVAC graphic that features the Jeep 7 slot grill.

Orders for the 2027 Jeep Gladiator Sarge and Wrangler Sarge are going to be open later this summer.

And buyers who love that military theme, I think will be pretty impressed.

Like I said, I think the outside is cool.

It's a little bit gimmicky with the 41 and the military star graphics.

Color is cool, but man, that interior is beautiful.

I really like that.

All right, before we go, let's hit some quick hits.

Jeep Grand Cherokee has added two more awaited trims for 27s.

It's the return of the Grand Cherokee Overland and the Grand Cherokee Trailhawk, which I think we knew were coming,

but they're official now.

And a couple of highlights.

The Trailhawk has 11.4 inches of ground clearance and both models pack the new turbocharged 2 liter Hurricane 4,

which puts out an impressive 324 horsepower and 332 pound feet of torque.

And on the Trailhawk specifically, 11.4 inches of ground clearance with a 36 degree approach angle

and a 30.3 degree departure angle.

And that's actually better than the previous Trailhawk.

And it'll ride on 30.5 inch Goodyear Wrangler Territory all-terrain tires.

Mitsubishi Montero, we talked about the U.S. return of a pickup,

but it sounds like the Mitsubishi Montero is finally confirmed.

We've talked about that a little bit.

It'll be a Toyota Land Cruiser size competitor three-row body on frame with about 12 inches of ground clearance.

But you might have to wait until 2030 to get your hands on one.

And then going with the 250 theme, the Ford Super Duty now has a new package called the Proud to Honor package,

which reminds me of a modernized version of the old night trim.

If you remember, the night trim was that black with the sort of pink to purple to blue or the kind of fade graphic on it.

This has a door and bed graphic that is the American flag shooting out.

It just looks like a rays of light with stars on it.

It's really hard to explain unless you see it, but it's cool.

It's part of the Ford Custom Garage portfolio.

And these exclusive graphics will make a bold addition to the lineup, they say.

The red, white and blue graphic package on the doors and on the bed and also include Ford Garage logo graphics,

along with a set of black forged aluminum wheels.

And then this is super cool.

If you get a Dooley, so F450 or 350, you get a set of the 19.5 inch forged aluminum wheels, but they're done in black.

The bundle can only be paired with a black truck and then each package has the same three-year, 36,000 mile warranty as the rest of the truck.

And I guess most importantly of all, a portion of the proceeds will benefit BlueStar families and Ford's Proud to Honor veteran initiatives.

And pricing hasn't been revealed yet, but you'll be able to get that on the 2027 Ford Super Duty.

Ram Rumblebee, we've been talking about that.

We did that episode a little while ago.

The 5.7 base truck is targeted to start at just $60,000, putting performance back in the reach of enthusiasts.

So I love that.

If you don't need the outright speed and you still get that V8 verbal for most people, a Rumblebee 5.7 could be a great, great choice for a truck.

I think it's the sweet spot in a lot of ways.

And then also one last thing on here, a 1996 Toyota 400 with less than 7,000 miles on it.

Nothing special.

Just sold for $52,800 at Mecom.

That ain't true! That's not true!

So get your facts straight.

Nope, it's true.

And guess what?

The owner?

I got a winner!

It's amazing how expensive Toyotas are going for these days.

I remember my girlfriend had that truck a long time ago or that 400 SUV.

And I'm very familiar with that truck.

Alright, one last thing.

Let's hit a recall real quick before we end it for the day.

So a major safety recall has been issued for more than...

This is a big one.

Maximumly 1,076,999 units of 21 to 25 Jeep Wrangler and Gladiators due to the

electric hydraulic power steering pump wiring that could overheat causing a fire.

Yeah, the worst part, it could happen even when the ignition is in the off position.

And you might be thinking, hey, hold on, don't you have one of those?

Yeah, I do, but I checked it and I think I barely missed the recall.

I think my build date was just after and it seems to be okay.

Under certain conditions, Jeep is saying that there's excessive electrical resistance

and it can develop at the EHPSP connection.

And then that gives elevated temperatures to the surrounding area.

So if it overheats, it might ignite nearby combustible materials in the vehicle

or immediate surroundings potentially resulting in a fire.

Of course, we all know what happens when fire happens.

You get injuries or loss of property.

Out of abundance of caution, FCA is saying, owners do not park in your garage.

Park away from structures or other vehicles until the remedy is obtained,

which there is no remedy right now.

However, according to documents with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration,

NHTSA, FCA is estimating that only 0.1% of those million have that defect.

But they're doing research and until they know for sure, they say you should park outside.

Would I park mine outside?

That's a personal decision that I think each owner will have to figure out.

But on the Wrangler side, it's 787,887 Wranglers built between June 24, 2020 and December 2, 2024.

That's a lot of Wranglers.

Four years, that's a lot of Wranglers.

And from Gladiators, it's 289,112 Gladiators produced between August 18, 2020 and December 2, 2024.

And FCA identified the affected vehicles through production records.

They determined the conditions limited to vehicles that were manufactured within these time periods

and vehicles built before or after are not included.

So what happens next?

Dealers will inspect and replace affected parts.

As necessary, free of charge, owner notifications will be mailed out on July 9, 2026.

Owners can contact FCA at 1-800-853-1403.

And the recall ID for this one is 21D.

So that's what you'll want to give your dealer.

You can also check your vehicle identification number.

If it's involved in recall by going to nitsa.gov or on the Jeep app.

So yeah, that one's a bummer.

Well, I hated it on a sad note, but I guess that's what we're going to do for this episode.

That's it. That's all I got for you.

Otherwise, there's going to be another two-hour show.

So I'll do another.

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