The 7 Best Pick-up Trucks for Small Businesses

Posted by thecarguy in Mar, 2020

Pick-up trucks are well-rounded machines that offer unmatched utility when it comes to small businesses needing to transport supplies. They can go off road and have any number of powertrain options, cab styles, and bed lengths. This makes them full size pick-up trucks arguably the most versatile vehicle for small business owners

However, if you are a small business owner it can be challenging finding the one that best suits your needs. As such, here’s 7 of the best trucks available now to help you narrow down your search and find the perfect truck.

Dodge Ram 2500

The Dodge Ram 2500 combines comfort with strength due to its five-link coil spring rear suspension which massively reduces friction and harshness. This is especially useful for off road driving, particularly if you are also transporting clients as well.

You can also choose your engine. The standard 2018 Dodge Ram 2500 comes with 5.7L V8 that produces 383 hp and 400 lb ft of torque. However, if you want you can swap this out for a 6.4L V8 that produces slightly more hp and torque at 410 hp and 429 lb ft of torque and can tow up to 18,000 lbs once equipped. This would be great if you run a business that needs to haul a lot of product (i.e. if you’re in manufacturing or logging like greensborotree.

Chevrolet Silverado 2500

The Chevrolet Silverado also has a fair bit of brute force, being able to tow around 14,500 lbs with the standard 6.0L V8 engine. Like the Ram, this can be upgraded to a Duramax 6.6L turbo-diesel V8 which can tow just over 18,100 lbs.

Ford F-250

The Ford F-250 combines torque and very high horsepower. Equipped with a 6.7L Power Stroke V8 Turbo Diesel engine, this truck can generate 450 hp and 935 lb ft of torque and tow roughly 18,000 lbs. The Ford F-250 also delivers very smooth acceleration due to the engines twin-pilot injection system and has fast throttle responses due to its high-pressure rail fuel injection system.

GMC Sierra

The GMC Sierra’s best quality is its gas mileage, but it also produces spades of power. The 2018 model has a 5.3L V8 engine that generates 3555 hp and 383 lb ft of torque, meaning it can tow just over 11,000 lbs. The six-speed transmission also returns an EPA-estimated 16 mpg city and 23 mpg highway due to the 2WD.2.

Nissan Titan

If off-road capabilities are your priority, the Nissan Titan truly lives up to the name. It boasts all-terrain tires, off-road shock absorbers, an electronic locking rear differential for enhanced traction, and a descent control system that allows you to maintain a steady speed when driving across steep grades.

Toyota Tundra

The Toyota Tundra is another great off-roader, equipped with 2.5” internal bypass shocks and LED fog lights for unmatched visibility.

Dodge Ram 1500 Classic

If the Dodge Ram 1500 appeals to you but you are on a tight budget, the 1500 Classic is very similar but is cheaper and has slightly lower grade specs.