Streamed from the official YouTube channel TFLtalk .
YOU WON’T BELIEVE WHAT TRUCK WE JUST BOUGHT! HINT, IT’S NOT ELECTRIC!
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TFL Talkin' Trucks dives into the acquisition of their latest vehicle: a 1931 Ford Model A pickup. While not electric, this classic truck serves as a perfect illustration for explaining the historical meaning of 'half-ton' payload capacity, which the hosts detail as approximately 1,000 lbs. The review highlights the truck's pristine condition, its affordable $21,000 price tag, and its surprising modern conveniences like an electric starter and an overdrive gear. The hosts also contrast its driving experience with the much more primitive Model T and touch upon the challenges of driving vehicles without modern synchronizers. The discussion then pivots to modern truck payload ratings, using the new Toyota Tacoma Trail Hunter as an example, and delves into the complexities of how manufacturers determine these figures, emphasizing the importance of checking GVWR and payload stickers. The episode also briefly touches on recent recalls for the Toyota Tundra and potential issues with the new Tacoma, as well as Tesla Cybertruck recalls and production numbers, before returning to the Model A's impressive payload relative to its era.
Vehicle Specs
| Brand | Ford |
|---|---|
| Model | Model A |
| Year | 1931 |
| Trim | Half-ton |
| Body | Pickup |
