Pickup truck News & Breaking Stories

Rivian unveils second-gen R1 electric vehicles with Apple integrations, including digital car keys and Apple Music with Spatial Audio.

Post Malone fulfills his dream of releasing country music with a new single featuring Morgan Wallen, "I Had Some Help."

The Tesla Cybertruck, a real-life science fiction car, gains popularity among American celebrities for its futuristic design and durability.

Toyota revamps body-on-frame lineup with 2025 4Runner. New model shares powertrains with Tacoma, offers turbo and hybrid options, and improved off-road capabilities.

Rivian unveils new electric SUVs, R2 and surprise R3, aiming for mainstream market with affordable $45,000 starting price.

Rivian's Scaringe and Hammoud team up to create innovative EVs, blending toughness with aerodynamics and friendliness for a unique design.

Brian Dalton, 72, moved from Minnesota to California for the weather. He loves the amenities and the outdoors. Gas is expensive.

Krispy Kreme's Day of the Dozens on 12/12 offers a $1 dozen deal and Elf-themed doughnuts in honor of a Christmas classic.

Tesla's Cybertruck to be delivered tonight, 4 years after its reveal. $39,900, 3400kg towing capacity, 1360kg payload. Orders not available.

Anti-migrant protests in Staten Island, New York, have intensified as the city struggles with the influx of migrants. Mayor Eric Adams warns that the issue could "destroy" the city. The protests have spread to other areas, highlighting the political divisions within New York.

Rivian's announcement of $1.5 billion in convertible notes has caused concern among shareholders, as it implies a continuing cash burn and lack of future revenue. The company also reported a net loss of around $720 million for the fourth quarter. Rivian stock traded down by about 20%.

General Motors (GM) has increased its contract offer to a 20% wage hike for US autoworkers in a bid to avoid a strike. Ford Motor has also confirmed it offered a 20% hike and other benefits. The United Auto Workers (UAW) is demanding 40% raises and major improvements in benefits. The UAW has outlined plans for a series of strikes targeting individual auto plants if agreements are not reached. The UAW is asking for 40% raises and major improvements in benefits. A full strike would hit earnings at each affected automaker by about $400 million to $500 million per week.

Wall Street indexes gain as data suggests the Federal Reserve may keep interest rates unchanged in September.

Ecuadorian presidential candidate Fernando Villavicencio was shot and killed at a political rally, sparking concerns over rising violence and drug trafficking in the country. President Guillermo Lasso vowed to bring the perpetrators to justice, suggesting organized crime was involved. Other candidates demanded action and expressed their outrage over the assassination.

Rivian's stock drops despite better-than-expected quarterly results, analysts cautious about the company's future and stock direction.

Los Angeles Lakers star Anthony Davis has agreed to a three-year, $186 million contract extension, making it the richest annual agreement in NBA history.

Former Governor Kienholz wins national high school award. New traffic lights to be installed tomorrow in Fort Pierre.

Tesla reports Q2 profits up 20% due to increased car sales.

Ford's F-150 Lightning faces competition from Tesla's Cybertruck, outcome uncertain.

New York man arrested for murders of three sex workers.

Potential Teamster strike at UPS may disrupt parcel carriers but not other freight segments.

Small EV manufacturer Rivian struggles financially and faces tough competition.

Hipólito Mora, leader of Mexican armed vigilante movement, killed by gunmen.