TFL Talkin' Trucks
TFL Talkin' Trucks
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TFL 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!
The Ram TRX Has Returned! But Have They Changed Enough? | Ep. 338
( https://www.alltfl.com/ ) Check out our new spot to find ALL our content, from news to videos and our podcasts! The high-performance truck wars have officially hit a boiling point as the guys welcome back an absolute monster to the off-road scene. Fresh off an exclusive first-look event in South Bend, Indiana, Andre and Kase break down the triumphant return of the heavily updated Ram TRX. The engineers at SRT thoroughly reworked the legendary supercharged V8 engine, boosting it to a staggering 777 horsepower to comfortably leapfrog its main competitor. The duo debates the truck's mind-boggling new performance stats, its premium leather-wrapped interior upgrades, and the soaring sticker price compared to the heavily optioned base models they used to own.Beyond the dirt-shredding TRX, the team dives into Ram's increasingly aggressive strategy to dominate both the off-road and street-performance truck markets. Andre shares a few secret, unofficial details about a highly anticipated heavy-duty diesel model that was sneaking around the event, while the guys also look at the street-focused Rumble Bee edition, which utilizes that same supercharged powertrain to achieve an eye-watering top speed of 170 mph. Wrapping things up with a live Patreon Q&A, they clash over whether fancy interior trim materials belong in a heavy utility vehicle, discuss the real-world utility of a panoramic sunroof out on the trail, and analyze how the brand's bold strategy is putting serious pressure on the competition.( http://www.patreon.com/tflcar ) Visit our Patreon page to support the TFL team!Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
Jul 3
56 min
Did GM Go Too Far With The New 2027 GMC Sierra 1500? | Ep. 337
( https://www.alltfl.com/ ) Check out our new spot to find ALL our content, from news to videos and our podcasts! It’s an absolutely packed episode of TFL Talkin' Trucks because the entire automotive industry is exploding with major news all at once! The guys kick things off with the massive world debut of the next-generation 2027 GMC Sierra 1500. They dive deep into the truck's over-the-top new luxury interior, which features a James Bond-style articulating center screen that uncovers a hidden storage cubby, passenger screens with integrated covers, and a massive full-length panoramic sunroof.But the truck news doesn't stop there! The team dives into the official, mind-boggling price announcement for the all-new modular Slate truck, starting at just $24,950. The hosts reveal that the company has an official reservation and is actively customizing their very own Slate build. They debate the endless DIY aftermarket potential, from $50 factory armrests to $500 multi-zone wraps, and dream up how a base, two-wheel-drive utility machine holds up against classic, old-school work trucks. Finally, the guys look at recent engineering trips to Germany testing heavy-duty ZF semi-truck tech, trail wheeling trips in Moab, and a major production announcement from the tiny EV truck competitor, Telo.( http://www.patreon.com/tflcar ) Visit our Patreon page to support the TFL team!Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
Jun 26
56 min
Can The New 2027 Chevy Silverado 1500 Beat Ford And Ram? | Ep. 336
( https://www.alltfl.com/ ) Check out our new spot to find ALL our content, from news to videos and our podcasts! In this episode of TFL Talkin' Trucks, Andre and Kase break down the massive news shaking up the truck world: the official reveal of the 2027 Chevy Silverado 1500. Moving past the rumors and internet speculation, the guys dive into real clips, official images, and confirmed data sent directly from General Motors to see if the defending sales champion can hold its crown against Ford, Ram, and Toyota.While the exterior gets a sharp, evolutionary sheet metal update, the absolute biggest talking points are hiding under the hood. Chevrolet is introducing a heavily overhauled powertrain lineup for 2027, completely replacing their long-standing engine options with a mix of high-tech engineering and classic displacement nods that actually share DNA with the legendary Corvette. Andre and Kase break down what these massive mechanical shifts mean for daily driving and heavy-duty towing, look at a huge transmission upgrade across the board, and weigh the pros and cons of the return of their absolute favorite class-exclusive fuel sipper. From the updated luxury of the High Country to the rugged 35-inch tires on the off-road ZR2 and green Trail Boss, the guys debate whether this mystery-shrouded power lineup is enough to stay on top, or if missing a hybrid option gives Ford the ultimate upper hand.( http://www.patreon.com/tflcar ) Visit our Patreon page to support the TFL team!Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
Jun 17
49 min
Watch This Before You Buy! 2026 Ram 1500 Ultimate Buyer's Guide! | Ep. 335
( https://www.alltfl.com/ ) Check out our new spot to find ALL our content, from news to videos and our podcasts!Go to https://www.autotempest.com for everything you need when searching for a new vehicle!In this episode of TFL Talkin' Trucks, the guys break down a recent media event in Dallas-Fort Worth, Texas—the absolute capital of the truck world. With Ram offering a staggering lineup of different trim levels to satisfy buyers' desire for individuality, choosing the right truck can feel impossible. To help clear up the confusion, Andre and Kase dive into a complete buyer's guide, covering everything from affordable everyday work trucks to ultra-premium luxury haulers.The episode highlights the 15-year history of the western-themed Limited Longhorn edition, featuring an exclusive interview with Ram’s chief interior designer about the hand-crafted details, real branded barnwood, and variable-depth laser technology that go into making these high-end cabins. The guys compare features across the mid-tier, Texas-exclusive Lone Star edition, the aggressive off-road Rebel X, and the brand-new, top-of-the-line $93,000 Tungsten model powered by the high-output Hurricane inline-six engine. Finally, they use AutoTempest to check out the used market, showing how buyers can score a classic V8 or a heavy-duty model for a fraction of today's new sticker prices.( http://www.patreon.com/tflcar ) Visit our Patreon page to support the TFL team!Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
Jun 12
1 hr 2 min
The Tundra Engine Recall Is Confusing! Here's The Latest! | Ep. 334
( https://www.alltfl.com/ ) Check out our new spot to find ALL our content, from news to videos and our podcasts! In this episode of TFL Talkin' Trucks, Andre shares a huge personal update: he finally sold his beloved 2019 Toyota Tundra V8 on Facebook Marketplace. He pulls back the curtain on the bittersweet process of letting it go, dealing with online buyers, and why previous-generation V8 trucks are skyrocketing in value right now. It turns out the buyer was explicitly looking for an older model to avoid the highly publicized engine recalls plaguing the brand-new twin-turbo V6 Tundras. Andre and Kase dive into the confusion surrounding these recent factory recalls, explaining why a tiny fraction of affected trucks is causing such a massive headache for owners, and how Toyota is handling the fix.Beyond the Toyota drama, the guys break down major upcoming shakeups across the truck industry for the 2027 model year. First up is Ford, which is simplifying its heavy-duty Super Duty lineup by dropping its base engine options, making bigger, high-performance engines standard. Then, they drop a bombshell about Honda pausing production on the cult-favorite Ridgeline pickup to retool it with a next-generation hybrid system to meet stricter government emissions laws. Finally, they react to GMC's wild new "Hummer X" electric concepts, debating whether these smaller, blocky, modular midsize trucks are a preview of a highly anticipated off-road SUV revival or just an excuse to build a cabin that replaces every single physical button with a wall of screens.( http://www.patreon.com/tflcar ) Visit our Patreon page to support the TFL team!Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
Jun 5
58 min
Real Talk - The Good, Bad, & Ugly After Living With The Ineos Grenadier! | Ep. 333
Plan your next big trip with onX Offroad, now available for Apple CarPlay/Android Auto enabled vehicles. Available in the Apple App Store or Google Play Store. Download it now! Click the link to use promo code “TFLOFFROAD” and save 20% on an annual membership: https://www.onxmaps.com/purchase/offroad/membership?promo=tfloffroadIs the highly anticipated Ineos Grenadier Quartermaster the ultimate heavy-duty overlander, a hidden gem, or just a wildly overpriced midsize pickup truck? In this episode of TFL Talkin' Trucks, Roman and Tommy give their completely unfiltered, unabridged review of what it is actually like to live, tow, and off-road with this rare, six-figure European rig. Built in France and heavily penalized by the US "chicken tax," their custom-spec Quartermaster crosses a staggering $101,000 price point—forcing a tough question: can it possibly compete with a built Ford F-250 Tremor or a pair of Ranger Raptors?Later in the episode, the guys head into the studio to break down some of their favorite local off-road trails on the Colorado Front Range using the OnX Offroad app. They share real-world trail reports, terrain details, and historical context for iconic trails like the historic Switzerland Trail, the steep climbs of Cliffhanger 2.0 (Knob Hill), the rocky terrain of Pennsylvania Gulch, and the somber, technical trek up to the 1965 T-33 military jet crash site on T-33A Plane Crash Trail.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
May 29
54 min
Here's Everything You Want To Know About The New HEMI And Hellcat Powered Ram Trucks! | Ep. 332
( https://www.alltfl.com/ ) Check out our new spot to find ALL our content, from news to videos and our podcasts! In this episode of TFL Talkin' Trucks, Roman sits down with Andre to get the exclusive, boots-on-the-ground breakdown of his recent trip to Stellantis’ legendary Chelsea Proving Grounds. Ram is officially throwing their hat back into the high-performance street truck ring. Andre got access to walk around the entire new lineup, and he tells Roman exactly how these track-tuned rigs handle on the limit.The guys break down every single version, starting with the entry-level Rumble Bee packing the classic 395-horsepower, 5.7L Hemi V8, before moving up to the 6.4L Rumble Bee 392. After things heat up even further with the 392 Track Pack, and finally, Ram unleashes the crown jewel: the TRX-based Rumble Bee SRT, a 777-horsepower, 6.2L supercharged Hellcat monster.( http://www.patreon.com/tflcar ) Visit our Patreon page to support the TFL team!Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
May 21
54 min
The BIGGEST And BADDEST Trucks At Overland Expo West 2026! | Ep. 331
( https://www.alltfl.com/ ) Check out our new spot to find ALL our content! In this episode of TFL Talkin' Trucks, Andre and Nathan take you live to the pine forests of Flagstaff, Arizona, for full-scale coverage of Overland Expo West 2026! Sitting at 7,100 feet above sea level, the crew braves the high altitude and blistering sun to hunt down the most unique, custom, and outright wild truck builds at the show. From massive wide-body rigs to clever micro-campers, they break down the biggest design trends hitting the overlanding space this year.( http://www.patreon.com/tflcar ) Visit our Patreon page to support the TFL team!Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
May 16
1 hr 6 min
Offroad Truck Lovers - Buy These Pickups Before It’s Too Late! | Ep. 330
( https://www.alltfl.com/ ) Check out our new spot to find ALL our content!In this episode, Andre and Kase dive deep into the age-old debate: Does the "perfect" off-road truck actually exist, or is every great trail rig a massive compromise on the pavement?The catalyst for today’s discussion is the arrival of the Ineos Grenadier Quartermaster in the TFL test fleet. Andre recently took this old-school, solid-axle pickup on a 360-mile trek from Boulder to Moab for a massive gathering of nearly 200 Ineos vehicles. We break down how it handled the long highway miles versus nine hours of grueling technical trails in Utah.We also take a look at a wild project from our friend Jay Couch—a portal-axle equipped Grenadier on 37s—and discuss why portal axles might be the ultimate (if expensive) solution for ground clearance.( http://www.patreon.com/tflcar ) Visit our Patreon page to support the TFL team!Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
May 8
1 hr 15 min
Chevy VS Ford VS Ram! The Future Of Trucks For 2027 And Beyond! | Ep. 329
( https://www.alltfl.com/ ) Check out our new spot to find ALL our content!Live from the studio (and back from the sunny shores of LA), Nathan joins Andre to take a deep dive into the high-stakes world of the "Big Three." With truck revenue driving the entire industry, getting the 2027 models right isn't just about pride—it's about survival. From GM’s rumored V8 resurgence to Ford’s secret skunkworks projects, we’re looking at what’s coming to a dealer lot near you.We also take a trip down memory lane to the "Rebel Rouser" days in Vegas, discuss why Nathan wants to drive a slow military rig through Beverly Hills to spite G-Wagen owners, and tackle the "User Error" debate regarding modern tech. Are we losing the simplicity that made trucks great, or is the 777-hp future worth the complexity?( http://www.patreon.com/tflcar ) Visit our Patreon page to support the TFL team!Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
May 1
1 hr 6 min
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