Mid-Size Trucks

Small Trucks Rise Up: Every New Midsize Pickup Truck You Can Buy

Forget full-size. The modern midsize pickup is more capable than ever.
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Mid-Size Trucks

Mid-size pickups like the Tacoma, Ranger, and Frontier pack big capability in smaller frames. Our latest reviews and buying guides for every modern truck on the market.

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Closer Look at the Updated Tacoma’s Towing Capacity & Payload Specs

Chris Chase -
Can America’s best-selling mid-size pickup actually pull like the competitors? Here's a look at the 2020 Toyota Tacoma towing capacity specs & comparison.

Miami Vibes: 2020 Wrangler & Gladiator “Three O Five” Special Edition Models

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Designed for the Miami Jeep fans, these special edition Wrangler & Gladiator Sport S models celebrate the open-air freedom lifestyle. Only 305 produced.

Ranger’s New Winch-Capable Bumper is Exactly What Overlanders Need

Amee Reehal -
Ford Performance and ARB 4x4 Accessories team up on a new lineup of Ranger off-road parts including an all-new winch-capable front bumper built for the overlanders.

The Jeep Gladiator XMT Concept is a Military-Grade Fighter That May Actually See Production

Jeep Gladiator TL Staff -
Only a concept right now, AM General's customized military-grade Gladiator mid-size pickup may see production in Spring 2020 based on interest and feedback.

2020 Toyota Tacoma’s New Price Increase Offset by Worthy Updates

Toyota Tacoma TL Staff -
Small increase, big payoff: smarter tech, better comfort, and more off-road grit.

This 1,000-HP Truck Redefines What “Mid-Size” Even Means

Jeep Gladiator Amee Reehal -
If you're shopping for a Jeep Gladiator for sale and have $200,000 to drop, Hennessey's MAXIMUS 1000 with a 6.2L supercharged V8 Hellcat engine might work.

2019 Ford Ranger Lariat Review

Ford Ranger Graham Heeps -
Does the new Ford Ranger stack up to the mid-size pickup competition? We review the top-end Lariat (above XL & XLT) with the optional FX4 Off-Road Package.

2019 Colorado ZR2 Bison Tray Bed Concept

Amee Reehal -
Chevy & aftermarket pro American Expedition Vehicles (AEV) link up on yet another badass mid-size pickup with the 2019 Colorado ZR2 Bison Tray Bed Concept.

2020 Jeep Gladiator Towing Capacity & Payload: A Closer Look

Jeep Gladiator TL Staff -
Jeep's touting the 2020 Gladiator as the best off-road mid-size truck. But what's the towing capacity and payload? Here's a closer look and comparison.

First Drive: 2020 Jeep Gladiator Review

Jeep Gladiator Doug Firby -
The Gladiator’s looks are an acquired taste, but the Rubicon with its 3.5L V6 is built for adventure.
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