Pick up trucks have been around for over 100 years and have been used for different reasons such as working and camping. The open back makes it easy to load large objects such as large pieces of wood if you have a woodworking job. If you decide to go camping, your pick up truck is great when going up hills and for storing camping gear such as tents and bungee cords. Since becoming popular in 1920, pick up trucks have become widely popular all throughout the United States.
Trucks have become very popular vehicles on the market and there are so many popular brands to choose from. Nowadays, the unique features that you can find in a car can now also be found in pickup trucks. In the early 20th century, pickup trucks were just meant for families who wanted to carry a large box or bed but now it is a luxury item that people want to use just to be able to drive across hills and deserts. The growing popularity of camping and other outdoor activities have caused more and more people to buy pickup trucks and for companies to keep improving the trucks that they are creating. By 1980, over 2 million pickup trucks had been sold and in 2017, 11 million trucks had been sold. Pick up trucks have become known as a “lifestyle vehicle because it is involved in either our national life or our culture. Here are the top truck brands still making waves in 2019:
1. Ford F-Series
A Ford pick up truck had always been popular and one of the first popular pickup trucks by this brand was the Model T Runabout with a pickup body. This vehicle was made in 1925 by Henry Ford in a factory. The company celebrates its F-Series being at the top of the charts for 42 years in a row. It is known as the best-selling vehicle across the U.S. One of its models, the Raptor is designed to drive through forests, deserts, and rocky landscapes. It has large tires, 450 horsepower, a 10-speed automatic transmission, and incredible off-road capability.
2. Toyota Tacoma
Toyota is another brand that makes popular pick-up trucks and they began making pick-up trucks in 1969. It is a company that is well-known for its innovations and advancements. Toyota continues to win awards for its quality vehicles and because of its focus on style, comfort, and safety.
3. Ram 1500
Ram trucks were introduced in 1981, and offers high-class performance, has good reliability and a quality interior. The 2019 Ram 1500 is one of the highest-rated trucks and has comfortable seats as well as a luxurious cabin. It has higher towing and hauling capacities than most other pickup trucks. It has driver-assistance technology and a user-friendly infotainment system.
4. The 2019 Chevrolet Silverado 2500
It has 20-inch chrome aluminum wheels, heated and vented seats, 6 airbags, steering wheel audio controls, and even a heated steering wheel feature. It has 5-star reviews all round for comfort, interior design, value for money, performance, and reliability. Customers think it is a great truck for work, towing and good fuel mileage.
