TFL Talkin' Trucks
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Updated 5 days agoTFL Talkin' Trucks is the truck podcast for TFL Studios (AllTFL.com). All trucks all the time with Andre Smirnov and the TFL team! Each week we have fun discussing all things automotive including new pickup truck reviews, new and old truck trends, and best of all everything that is happening in the pickup truck, EV, and off-road world. So, if you love trucks as much as we do, you'll love this podcast!
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Episodes (344)
Ep. 43: These Are The Top IMPROVEMENTS That Can Benefit All New Trucks!
In this episode of TFL Talkin' Trucks, Andre and Nathan cover some improvements that can be made for modern trucks. Not just general purpose changes that all trucks could see, but specific improvements that each automaker can make to their own trucks to make them even better. Let us know if you agree!Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
Ep. 42: The Biggest Unforced Errors And Home Runs From Truck Manufacturers In 2020!
In this episode of TFL Talkin' Trucks, Andre and Nathan discuss some of the highest highs and lowest lows to emerge from the truck industry this year. Here's everything you need to know!Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
Ep. 41: What's The BEST Half-Ton Truck Engine? We Help You Decide!
In this episode of TFL Talkin' Trucks, Andre and Nathan discuss all the various engines you can get across the whole market of half-ton trucks. Some choices like the Ford F-150 have a bewildering number of engines, and in this podcast we aim to give. you everything you need to know to make the best buying decision.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
Ep. 40: Top 10 TOWING Highlights From This Year's Ike Gauntlet Runs!
In this episode of TFL Talkin' Trucks, Andre and Nathan cover some of the best highlights from this year's Ike Gauntlet runs. Our Ike Gauntlet test - the world's toughest towing test - pushes most trucks to their limits up one of the steepest and most challenging grades at the highest elevation on the Interstate highway system. Here are some the top 10 highlights from those runs.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
Ep. 39: We Get Our Hands On The 2021 Ford F-150 PowerBoost Hybrid: Here Are Our First Impressions!
In this episode of TFL Talkin' Trucks, it's all about the 2021 Ford F-150. Roman and Andre discuss the all-new PowerBoost hybrid model, including all the changes and our first impressions with the truck so far. If you're looking closely at the next-generation F-150, you won't want to miss this!Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
Ep. 38: You Won’t Believe What The Jeep Gladiator Diesel And The Ram TRX Have In Common!
In this episode of TFL Talkin' Trucks, Roman and Andre discuss a few surprising similarities between the new Ram TRX and the Jeep Gladiator EcoDiesel. It isn't just that they both come from the same company, but it is a similarity that buyers may overlook when they're shopping for either truck.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
Ep. 37: It's The Age Of The SUPER Truck! Here's Where They've Been & Where They're Going
In this episode of TFL Talkin' Trucks, Roman and Andre discuss the SUPER truck. Most people recognize sports cars for their power and speed, but you don't have to get a small sports coupe to get your hands on some serious grunt. We discuss the original super trucks, where they've been and where they're going.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
Ep. 36: Midsize Truck Roundup — Here's EVERYTHING That's Happening In 2021!
In this episode of TFL Talkin' Trucks, Roman and Andre cover the hottest midsize truck news for 2021. From the new Nissan Frontier to the Toyota Tacoma and so much more, there's so much going on and we're covering everything you need to know!Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
Ep. 35: You Will NEVER Believe What Lurks Under The Hood Of This Chevy K5 Blazer!
In this episode of TFL Talkin' Trucks, Andre discusses a classic Chevy K5 Blazer. Sounds great, right? Well, this one has something completely different to what you might expect under the hood. Jeff Trush explains what went into overhauling this 1977 K5 Blazer with a 21st century powertrain.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
Ep. 34: 2021 Ram TRX Challenges The F-150 Raptor For Desert Running Dominance — Should Ford Be Worried?
In this episode of TFL Talkin' Trucks, Andre discusses the 2021 Ram TRX with Roman, who just experienced the truck alongside the Ford F-150 Raptor in the Nevada desert. Clearly, Ram's gunning for Ford's off-road crown, but how does it actually stack up? As we prepare for the next-generation Raptor, here's what the Ram TRX looks like against the current-gen model.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
EP. 33: 2022 GMC Hummer EV — Everything You Ever Wanted To Know From The Team Who Built It!
In this episode of TFL Talkin' Trucks, Andre covers the reveal and deep dive into everything we know about the 2022 GMC Hummer EV with designer Rich Schier. The first electric truck to emerge from GM promises both a truck and SUV version as part of its "Quiet Revolution", but they're also promising power. 1,000 horsepower and a whopping 11,500 lb-ft of torque, to be exact. Here's everything you need to know!Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
Ep. 32: Here Is How The New 2021 Ford F-150 Can Tow 14,000 Pounds And Make 570 Lb-ft Of Torque!
In this episode of TFL Talkin' Trucks, what is Ford doing to keep the new 2021 F-150 ahead of competition? Andre speaks with Craig Schmatz, the F-150's chief engineer, to learn everything about how they improved the truck to tow 14,000 pounds, manage 3,325 pounds of payload, and build an F-150 Hybrid that produces 570 lb-ft of torque.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
Ep. 31: Things We LOVE & HATE About The Gladiator, Silverado And Super Duty After Owning Them For A Year!
In this episode of Talkin' Trucks, Andre and Roman discuss the joys and woes of owning a midsize, half-ton and HD off-road truck. Is the Jeep Gladiator, Chevy Silverado Trail Boss or Ford F-250 the best option for you to buy? They each have their pros and cons - find out what we think here!Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
Ep. 30: Western Star 49X GLOBAL REVEAL — Advanced Driver Tech Comes To Hard-Working Vocational Trucks!
In this episode of TFL Talkin' Trucks, we're bringing you the global reveal of the all-new Western Star 49X. Andre discusses the styling, powertrain and technology of the brand's hard-working, heavy-hauling replacement for the 4900 Series with Daimler Trucks VP of Vocational Marketing Samantha Palier.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
Ep. 29: Can't Take A Bus Or Van Off-Road? Torsus Disagrees — Here's How They Build Earth-Conquering Overlanders!
In this episode of TFL Talkin' Trucks, we chat about making some of the world's toughest, most rugged off-road vans and buses with Czech company Torsus' CEO Vakhtang Dzukashvili. You have to check these vehicles out! Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
Ep. 28: The Ford Ranger TREMOR Is The Closest You Can Get To A Raptor In The U.S...For Now!
In this episode of TFL Talkin' Trucks, Andre covers the latest news on the 2021 Ford Ranger Tremor package. It's not a full-blown Raptor, but you do get some off-road goodies for your money. Here's what you get, straight from Ford Ranger Marketing Manager Chad Callander!Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
Ep. 27: Midsize vs. Half-ton vs. HD: Which Is The RIGHT Off-Road Truck For You?
In this episode of TFL Talkin' Trucks, Andre and Roman discuss the ins and outs of off-road trucks. Through our "No Pavement Needed" series, we find out whether a midsize, half-ton or heavy duty off-road truck is the best way to go, and go through the pros and cons you get with each size class.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
Ep. 26: These Are The Trucks You SAY You Want, But Never Actually Buy!
In this episode of TFL Talkin' Trucks, Roman and Tommy discuss one of the biggest dilemmas facing the modern truck buyer. Many say they want cheap, no-frills work trucks, but when you look around very few examples of those trucks are actually on the roads. We discuss why folks say they want these trucks, but never actually buy them.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
BONUS: The Bollinger Deliver-E Van Could Change The Game! Here's What You Need To Know
In this bonus episode of TFL Talkin' Trucks, Andre chats with Bollinger Motors CEO Robert Bollinger to find out the latest on their Deliver-E concept — an all-electric delivery van that aims to take on competing vans from Rivian, Ford and GM as well as established EV players like Tesla to diversify its offerings. Here's what you need to know!Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
Ep. 25: These Are The Top 10 HOTTEST Trucks Coming In 2021!
In this episode of TFL Talkin' Trucks, Andre and Roman discuss 10 of the hottest trucks coming up in 2021. From the redesigned Ford F-150 to the monstrous Ram 1500 TRX, there is plenty to talk about. But which could be the best truck of 2021? You'll have to listen to find out!Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
Ep. 24: 2021 Ram 1500 TRX EXCLUSIVE - The Chief Engineer Reveals Why It Has 702 Hellcat Horsepower!
In this episode of TFL Talkin' Trucks, we take an even deeper dive into the 2021 Ram 1500 TRX. Everything you want to know about this Hellcat-powered truck, we have it here!Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
Ep. 23: Quadrasteer Reborn? Here's How Engineers Make Your Truck Steer Like A Car!
In this episode of TFL Talkin' Trucks, Andre discusses Nexteer's next-generation steering systems, and how they are changing the capability and ease-of-use in modern trucks, from current half-tons to future heavy dutys, EVs and beyond.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
Ep. 22: Goodyear Fights BFGoodrich With Wrangler Territory Tires For The 2021 Ford Bronco! Everything You Need to Know
In this episode of TFL Talkin' Trucks, Andre covers one of the major points of customization for off-road enthusiasts ordering their 2021 Ford Bronco: its tires. The most aggressive tires on a Bronco will be the Goodyear Territory MTs. The rumor is these tires are also on the 2021 Ram TRX. Naturally, all have unique size, load rating, and construction, but the Goodyear Wrangler Territory is an all-new off-road tire brand that comes in all-terrain and mud-terrain configurations.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
Ep. 21: Rivian R1T Is DELAYED Until 2021 — Who Will Actually Be First To Sell Their Electric Truck?
In this episode of TFL Talkin' Trucks, Andre and Alex Dykes from Alex on Autos discuss Rivian's delay of the R1T electric truck into 2021, and who will actually be the first automaker to bring an electric truck to market. Tesla, Rivian, Ford and GM are all working on electric models, but the question is still in the air concerning who will actually launch their model first.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
Ep. 20: This Is How Expensive The 2021 Ford F-150 Will Be & Your Questions ANSWERED!
In this episode of TFL Talkin' Trucks, Andre and Tommy cover pricing for the revised, fourteenth-generation Ford F-150 based on the latest available reports. We also hear from you and answer your questions!Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy