Well, the truck market is constantly evolving from size and capability to efficiency and price. And today, we are getting a first look at Motor Trends 2026 Truck of the Year. >> Yes. So, joining us now to reveal the winner and share some helpful tips for shoppers is the head of editorial at Motor Trend, Ed Low. Good morning.

Appreciate your time. >> Thanks for having me. Glad to be here. >> Yeah, great to have you here. Okay, drum roll, please.

Let’s start with the big reveal. What is Motor Trends 2026 Truck of the Year? So, we are proud to announce that Motor Trends 2026 Truck of the Year is the Ford Maverick. >> And what’s important to understand about our truck of the year award is that it has six key criteria. We look at value, safety, fuel efficiency, advancement in design, engineering excellence, and a criteria we call performance of intended function.

Basically, how well does a vehicle execute its mission? In this case, being a compact pickup truck. But first off, you can tell from the design perspective, just a great looking pickup truck that is the right size for a lot of people these days. It’s a compact pickup truck. It’s a new segment that Ford has introduced.

And it’s got an incredible value play as well. It starts for the base model just under $29,000. And there’s an incredible fuel economy story as well there, too. In front-wheel drive form, it can get up to 42 miles per gallon in the city, which is absolutely unheard for a pickup truck. So, for those reasons and more, the Ford Maverick is Motor Trends 2026 Truck of the