If you love trucks — and we know you do — this has been one heck of a week. The truck world is buzzing from coast to coast: Ram is making headlines with the loudest comeback story in recent memory, Ford is dealing with a pair of serious recalls that every F-150 and Ranger owner needs to know about, and the next-generation Chevy Silverado is officially closer than ever. Oh, and Hyundai showed up to New York with a body-on-frame concept that has the whole industry talking. Pull up a chair. Here's everything that mattered in the truck world this past week.
The HEMI V8 Is Back — and Ram's Sales Are Exploding
Let's start with the big one. If you're a Ram loyalist who walked away from the brand when Stellantis quietly shelved the legendary 5.7-liter HEMI V8 in favor of smaller turbocharged engines, Ram has a message for you: we heard you, we're sorry, and the V8 is back.
The 2026 Ram 1500 is now available with the returning 5.7-liter HEMI V8, producing 395 horsepower and 410 lb-ft of torque paired to an 8-speed automatic. It's available on most trims as a $1,200 option — and by all accounts, it's being ordered in droves.
The numbers back it up. After the announcement, Ram logged 10,000 orders within the first 24 hours. Q1 2026 Ram 1500 sales are up a staggering 27% over Q1 2025, the brand's best half-ton quarter since 2023. Combined with strong heavy-duty numbers, Ram moved 98,425 total trucks in Q1 — a 25% year-over-year jump. Ram is now in hot pursuit of second-place Silverado in the truck sales rankings.
If you've been on the fence about a new Ram, this is the moment. The soul of the Ram 1500 is back, and the rest of the truck is better than ever. Ask us about available 2026 Ram 1500 inventory.
The Beast Is Back: 2027 Ram 1500 SRT TRX Returns with 777 HP
If the HEMI's return was the appetizer, the TRX is the main course. Ram officially pulled the cover off the 2027 Ram 1500 SRT TRX at the New York International Auto Show, and it's everything fans were hoping for — and then some.
Under the hood sits a supercharged 6.2-liter Hellcat V8 producing 777 horsepower and 680 lb-ft of torque — a 75 horsepower increase over the original TRX's already-monstrous 702 hp. Ram claims it's the fastest and most powerful production gas pickup truck in the world, hitting 0–60 mph in 3.5 seconds. It also makes its return wearing the SRT badge — the first Ram truck to carry that designation since the legendary Viper V10-powered SRT-10 rolled out of production in 2006.
Pricing starts at $99,995 (plus $2,595 destination), launching in a single fully-loaded configuration in the second half of 2026. Here's the kicker: that price undercuts the Ford Raptor R by $11,000 while boasting 57 more horsepower.
The TRX is a statement vehicle — proof that Ram is back in the business of building trucks that make your heart pound. Even if the TRX isn't in your budget, it reflects Ram's renewed commitment to performance and passion across the entire lineup.
Urgent: Ford Recalls 1.4 Million F-150 Trucks Over Dangerous Transmission Issue
Now for some important safety news. If you own a 2015, 2016, or 2017 Ford F-150 equipped with the 6-speed 6R80 automatic transmission, Ford has issued a recall you need to pay attention to.
The issue: degradation in the electrical connections within the transmission lead frame can cause the Powertrain Control Module to receive an incorrect signal from the Transmission Range Sensor. The result? The transmission can unexpectedly and abruptly downshift — in some cases from sixth gear all the way down to second. That kind of sudden downshift can cause wheel lockup, loss of control, and significantly increases crash risk.
Ford is notifying owners via mail between April 27 and May 1, 2026, with the actual repair available starting July 2026. The fix is a PCM software recalibration, and in cases where a trouble code has already been triggered, the transmission lead frame will be replaced — all at no cost to the owner. The recall covers approximately 1.4–1.5 million vehicles produced between March 12, 2014 and August 18, 2017.
If you have a 2015–17 F-150, check your mailbox for a recall notification, or call your Ford dealer. You can also check your VIN at NHTSA.gov.
Ford Ranger Recall: 140,000 Trucks Could Have a Fire Hazard in the Cab
Ford has another recall to flag this week. 140,201 model-year 2024, 2025, and 2026 Ford Ranger trucks are being recalled due to a wiring harness issue that could cause a fire inside the cabin.
The problem involves the sun visor wiring harness, which in some trucks was misrouted or had excessive tape applied during assembly. Over time, the harness can be pinched against sheet metal, wearing away the wire insulation and eventually causing an electrical short in the A-pillar — the structural column between your windshield and front door. That short can lead to smoking, melting, and potentially a fire.
Warning signs include flickering or inoperative sunvisor mirror lights and overhead console lights. Ford is advising affected owners to park outdoors and away from structures until the repair is done. Notification letters begin the week of May 31, 2026. The repair — a wiring inspection and Body Control Module software update — is free. Recall campaign: 26S29 / NHTSA 26V238.
If you own a 2024–2026 Ranger, watch your mail for your notification letter. If you notice flickering interior lights in the meantime, contact your Ford dealer and park outside as a precaution.
The Next-Gen 2027 Chevrolet Silverado Is Coming — Here's What We Know
GM has confirmed that the all-new 2027 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 will enter production in October 2026. For truck enthusiasts who've been watching the Silverado compete against a resurgent Ram and a dominant F-150, this next generation is a very big deal.
The 2027 Silverado rides on an updated platform promising improvements in ride quality, towing and hauling capability, and overall refinement. Confirmed powertrain updates include the Gen 6 Small Block V8, a refreshed 2.7L turbocharged four-cylinder, the 3.0L Duramax diesel, and — significantly — plug-in hybrid technology arriving by 2027, as confirmed by GM CEO Mary Barra. Expect an all-new exterior, a significantly upgraded interior, and improved materials throughout. Early renderings of a 2027 Silverado ZR2 are already circulating online, and they look serious.
Final details on the 2027 Silverado's powertrain lineup, pricing, and design are still being officially confirmed by GM. Expect a formal reveal later in 2026.
Hyundai Goes Off-Road: The Boulder Concept Previews a Real Body-on-Frame Truck
Here's a story that had a lot of people doing a double-take at the 2026 New York International Auto Show: Hyundai debuted the Boulder Concept, a rugged, fully-boxed body-on-frame off-road SUV that officially confirms the brand is developing a production midsize pickup truck platform.
The Boulder Concept rides on 37-inch mud-terrain tires, features coach-style doors, a configurable interior, dual safari-style upper windows, and is designed around serious off-road capability. Hyundai says future production models will be designed and built in North America using U.S. steel. A production pickup based on this platform is expected around 2030, aimed squarely at territory dominated by the Ford Bronco and Jeep Wrangler. Kia also announced plans for a U.S. pickup with hybrid variants by the same timeframe.
While 2030 is still several years away, Hyundai's announcement signals a broader trend of new players entering the truck market — and more competition is almost always good for buyers.
Sources:
Ram HEMI V8 Returns — Autoblog
Ram Q1 2026 Sales — CarBuzz
2027 Ram TRX 777 HP — Carscoops
Ram TRX at NYIAS — The Weekly Driver
Ford F-150 Recall — TFL Truck
Ford Ranger Recall — Ford Authority
2027 Silverado Production Timeline — GM Authority
2027 Silverado Changes — Autoblog
Hyundai Boulder Concept — Kelley Blue Book
Kia U.S. Pickup Plans — CNBC
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