The Truck Market Proliferates
The American love for pickup trucks transcends geographical and political boundaries. Car enthusiasts, off-road aficionados, and working professionals all cherish trucks. Despite tariff-related uncertainties affecting the automotive market’s future, one thing is clear: the truck market will continue to thrive.
Manufacturers are set to launch a diverse range of trucks in the coming years, from high-performance V8-powered models to budget-friendly electric options. Here are some of the most exciting upcoming trucks:
1. Scout Motors Terra Truck
- Arrival Date: 2027
- Starting MSRP: $51,500
- Features: All-Wheel Drive, ‘up to’ 1,000 lb-ft torque, Electric powertrain
The Scout Motors Terra Truck is an electric pickup with a body-on-frame platform and a solid rear axle. It will have four-wheel drive and a 5.5-ft bed, capable of towing up to 7,000 lbs.
2. Toyota Electric Pickup
- Arrival Date: 2026
- Platform: TNGA-F or Unibody
- Powertrain: EV
Toyota is working on an electric pickup, potentially based on the Tacoma or a compact unibody design. The company has previewed two concepts and plans to launch three new EVs in 2026.
3. Ram 1500 TRX
- Arrival Date: 2026 (estimated)
- Engine: V8 combustion
Rumors suggest a new Ram 1500 TRX could arrive in 2027, potentially with a supercharged 6.2-liter V8 engine producing more than 702 horsepower.
4. Slate Truck
- Arrival Date: Late 2026
- Starting MSRP: $27,500 (estimated)
- Powertrain: EV
The Slate Truck is an electric pickup with a unibody platform. The base model will be a stripped-down version with hand-crank windows and no infotainment system.
5. Ram Mid-Size Truck
- Arrival Date: 2027
- Starting MSRP: $35,000 (estimated)
- Powertrain: TBD
Ram is developing a mid-size truck to slot below the Ram 1500. It will likely offer multiple powertrain options, including gas, plug-in hybrid, and all-electric.
6. Ram 1500 REV
- Arrival Date: 2027
- Powertrain: EV
The Ram 1500 REV is an all-electric version of the Ram 1500. It will have 654 hp, 620 lb-ft of torque, and 350 miles of range.
7. Scout Terra
- Arrival Date: 2027
- Starting MSRP: $59,000
- Features: Body-on-frame, EV and EREV powertrains
The Scout Terra is a full-size electric pickup with a body-on-frame platform. It will have a 5.5-ft bed and be capable of towing up to 7,000 lbs.
8. Ford Project T3
- Arrival Date: 2H 2027
- Powertrain: EV/EREV
Ford’s Project T3 is a next-generation electric pickup built on a dedicated EV platform. It is expected to exceed the F-150 Lightning’s 580 horsepower and 320 miles of range.
9. Toyota Compact Pickup (Stout)
- Arrival Date: 2027 (estimated)
- Powertrain: Hybrid
Toyota is rumored to be working on a compact pickup, potentially reviving the Stout nameplate. It may be based on the Corolla Cross platform.
10. Nissan Frontier PHEV
- Arrival Date: 2028
- Powertrain: PHEV
Nissan is planning to introduce a plug-in hybrid version of the Frontier to stay competitive. The new model will be substantially different from the recently unveiled Frontier PHEV in China.
The truck market is set to become more diverse and exciting with these new models. From electric and hybrid options to high-performance variants, there’s something for every truck enthusiast.
