Power running boards and built-in bumper steps are common features on new pickup trucks, but a new Ford patent filing effectively combines them. The filing, which was published by the United States ...

Ram aims to make it easier to access pickup truck beds A new side step for pickups might pivot toward the rear wheels The movable step would be integrated into the running boards Ram has engineered a ...

View post: Most Reliable Luxury SUVs Under $45,000: Lexus Beats BMW And Acura As trucks get taller, hopping into the cargo box without performing contortionist-like moves becomes increasingly ...

What's the difference between a running board and an off-road ready truck step? One goes in the trash, the other goes on your vehicle. There are plenty of "fancy" running boards and tube steps ...

Stellantis patented a deployable diffuser that doubles as a bed step The diffuser would aid efficiency while also enabling easier bed access Active aero and bed steps aren't new, but combining the two ...

Irvine’s Amp Research knows how to rev up a truck. The company does $25 million in yearly sales making bed extenders, alloy fuel tank doors and steps for trucks and sports utility vehicles. Amp ...

Craig brought 15 years of automotive journalism experience to the Cars team. A lifelong resident of Michigan, he's as happy with a wrench or welding gun in hand as he is in front of the camera or ...

Truck side steps, running boards, and nerf bars each bring distinct advantages for accessibility, style, and protection. The right choice depends on your truck’s height, daily use, and aesthetic ...