A Good Pickup Truck May Have Replaced "The Dog" as Man's Best Friend

The pickup truck remains one of the most popular vehicles across the country. There’s a reason for that. When you buy a truck, you get a vehicle with impressive space and comfort inside. In addition to the interior comfort, the truck is arguably the most versatile tool when you need to do any moving or other tasks. There’s a reason that trucks are the go to work vehicle. 

There’s a wide number of different options when it comes to pickup trucks. If you’re looking for a light vehicle that you’ll mostly use in an urban environment, then you may want to go with a midsize pickup. Full size pickups offer more utility and are ideal for rural areas or smaller towns. If you’re someone who needs a vehicle for work, then you may want to choose a heavy duty version. Those trucks are the closest thing we currently have to fortresses on wheels and never let their driver down. 

Popular Midsize Pickups for Casual Use

After a surprisingly long time on the sidelines, the midsize pickup truck has made a strong comeback in American culture. Many of the older classic midsize pickup trucks have come back. In addition to them, there’s been an increase in the number of 

• Ford Ranger - After a long hiatus, the Ford Ranger has come back strong. It’s powerful while still retaining excellent fuel economy. The looks are excellent and interior features like the infotainment system are top notch. The only downside to the Ranger is that the ride could be more comfortable. 
• Jeep Gladiator - If you’re someone who loves the look of the Jeep Wrangler, the Gladiator takes it to another level. It’s gorgeous looking, comfortable inside and great as an off road vehicle. On the downside, it’s definitely expensive and isn’t the most lively truck on the road. 
• Honda Ridgeline - If you’re looking for a great compact or midsize pickup truck, then the Ridgeline could be for you. The keyword for the Ridgeline is “comfort”. The seats are comfortable, the cabin is more upscale than some others and the ride is also quite comfortable. The only downside is that 

Popular Full Size Pickups

It’s likely that you know all the names on this list. While other countries may feel they are the leaders in other aspects of the automotive world, America is the undisputed leader in design and execution of pickup trucks. These are some of the best full size pickups on the market today. 

• Ram 1500 - While the Ram 1500 may not be first in sales, it’s currently an incredible truck that everyone needs to consider if you’re getting a new truck. The optional air suspension provides an incredible ride while driving and there is power available with every engine option. 
• Ford F Series - The F Series of trucks is the best selling vehicle in the United States. It’s been that way for over 4 decades now! Talk about a stranglehold on the market. The current version is a wonderful example. The F-150 has every kind of bed and cabin option that you may want to go try. Their economic turbo diesel can even pull off 30 miles per gallon during highway driving. If you’re looking for a heavy duty vehicle, there’s the F250 running all the way up to the F-450 making up their super duty line. Even bigger, stronger and somehow often more luxurious inside. 
• Chevrolet Silverado - The SIlverado series of trucks runs from a bare bones two door work truck to a rolling luxury liner that can comfortably fit a family in an extended cab. Like other trucks on this list, it features a wide variety of engine options, trim options and heavy duty versions.