Trucking News & Opinions

‘Trillion-Dollar Company’? Q&A with Nikola Founder Trevor Milton

Nikola Motor founder Trevor Milton talks about the company’s investors, the war of words with Elon Musk and Nikola’s future in a candid Trucks.com interview.

February 18

News Posts

GMC’s 2020 Acadia Gets Adventure Treatment

Carly Schaffner

February 18, 2019

New Trucks

Three-row midsize GMC Acadia SUV competes with Subaru Ascent and Volkswagen Atlas.

Amazon Leads $700 Million Investment in EV Truck Builder Rivian

Jerry Hirsch

February 15, 2019

Financial

Fledgling electric truck and SUV developer Rivian won a $700 million funding round from Amazon and other investors in a major step forward for the startup.

Most Cargo Theft Fell in 2018, But Small-Scale Pilferage Grew

Cyndia Zwahlen

February 15, 2019

Financial

U.S. cargo thefts declined last year, but average dollars lost remained flat as criminals shifted to less risky methods, new report says.

First Drive: Honda Passport Back in 2019 as Off-Road-Ready SUV

Honda’s Passport returns for 2019, filling the gap between the automaker’s CR-V and Pilot. With four drive modes and ample cargo space, the new midsized SUV places an emphasis on off-road capability and utility.

February 15

Easy DIY Upgrades for a Mercedes Sprinter Van

Amanda Ellis

February 14, 2019

Overlanding/Camping, Van Life

Adding accessories to a camper van doesn’t have to include hiring a pro. Here are a few DIY options that will upgrade your Mercedes Sprinter and give you the satisfaction of working on it yourself.

Editor’s Picks: Best Non-Auto Gear at 2019 Outdoor Retailer show

Rick Stella

February 12, 2019

Overlanding/Camping, Skiing/Snowboarding

The 2019 Outdoor Retailer Snow Show featured companies small and large showcasing the gear they’ve worked on over the last year. Here are five of the best products we saw at show in Denver.

The Best Bike Racks for Any Cyclist’s Needs

Chris Teague

February 11, 2019

Cycling/MTB

Bicycles are inherently hard to transport without a reliable rack system for transporting them. From racks mounted to the roof of your vehicle to trailer-hitch models, these are the best bike racks available.