The Truck Show Podcast

Monster truck rampage, Ram Dakota, Toyota updates, Ram TRX to return sooner than expected, Nissan Frontier to go hybrid, midsize truck sales, Ram SRT-10 value, and patents. The Truck Show Podcast brought to you by AMSOIL, Kershaw Knives, UEM Pistons, and OVR Mag.

Chad Schnitz, Vice President of TOPDON, joins Holman on this episode of the podcast to talk about technician and prosumer diagnostic tools, right to repair, and the future of automotive repair and modification in the era of advanced computers and electrification. The Truck Show Podcast is produced in partnership with AMSOIL, Kershaw Knives, UEM Pistons, and OVR Mag.

Ford Bronco EV, Honda Frontier?, Ram Dakota, Slate economics, Tennessee law, Ram reality show, V-8 still king?, Hertz hurts, Rivian updates, Q2 full-size pickup sales, and recalls. The Truck Show Podcast is brought to you by AMSOIL, Kershaw Knives, UEM Pistons, and OVR Mag.

We welcome racers and entrepreneurs Shelby Hall and Brady Melin to the Pod Shed, where we have a great conversation about off-road racing, recreational wheeling, pursuing your dreams by going out on your own, and even Shelby’s legendary grandfather, Rod Hall. You dont want to miss the insights on what it takes to be your own success story. The Truck Show Podcast is produced in partnership with AMSOIL, Kershaw Knives, UEM Pistons, and OVR Mag.

Ram’s huge V-8 demand, potential for a V-8 RHO, SRT is back, and increased payload. GM’s next-gen half-tons caught testing, $1,000 vehicle payments, Ford Ranger PHEV a no-go for North America, the Stellantis California problem, and recall news. The Truck Show Podcast brought to you by AMSOIL, Kershaw Knives, UEM Pistons, and OVR Mag.

This second half of the Nissan Frontier/Armada media drive, which was never aired, brings back Emme Hall to complete her co-pilot time with Holman on the trail. Holman also give insight to a listener as to which pickup truck to pick. The Truck Show Podcast is produced in partnership with AMSOIL, Kershaw Knives, UEM Pistons, and OVR Mag.

Nissan Armada NISMO, Ram extends warranties, Ram special editions, best off-road value, Rivian and VW collab, V-8 Ranger Raptor, Jeep Cherokee, Ford Explorer Tremor, IIHS study, JD Power Quality rankings, and the latest recalls. The Truck Show Podcast brought to you by AMSOIL, Kershaw Knives, UEM Pistons, and OVR Mag.

We welcome our first in-studio guest back into the Pod Shed, TSP regular Mike Rice. The guys chat about what adventure rig options exist in the marketplace and Holman works through which new vehicle might replace his beloved Wrangler 392. Holman also catches you up with Five Star Hotline calls and letters from the inbox. The Truck Show Podcast is produced in partnership  AMSOIL, Kershaw Knives, UEM Pistons, and OVR Mag.

Return of the Hemi, Ram goes racing, Ford F-150 Lobo, Super Duty changes, Braptor gets more affordable, Stroppe Bronco is special, Cummins recall, cool patents. The Truck Show Podcast brought to you by AMSOIL, Kershaw Knives, UEM Pistons, and OVR Mag.

After a two-month absence to recover from a life-changing event, Holman triumphantly returns to the podcast and brings two very special guests with him. The Truck Show Podcast is produced in partnership  AMSOIL, Kershaw Knives, UEM Pistons, and OVR Mag.   ***THANK YOU EVERYONE FOR YOUR UNBELIEVABLE SUPPORT***

Ford’s new Super Duty, Ramcharger to Australia?, Tesla extended battery news, Kia pickup in the US, Mack Pioneer, GM Futureliner, BAT Ram, 2025 Q1 sales. The Truck Show Podcast brought to you by AMSOIL, Kershaw Knives, Nissan, UEM Pistons, and OVR Mag.

UEM Piston’s president Chris Sulprizio joins Holman to talk about how the company has remained relevant and under family control for over 100 years and four generations. Learn about the company’s origins and about the quality products they create today. Emme Hall also helps Holman with a little Nissan Frontier PRO-4X truck review. The Truck Show Podcast is produced in partnership with AMSOIL, Kershaw Knives, Nissan, UEM Pistons, and OVR Mag.

Return of Hemi, Bronco 2-door V-6 tops $70K to start, mind-blowing GMC Typhoon sale, beloved big rig discontinued, Big Bear Gladiator, Hummer H3R up for auction, Sierra EV gets competitive, Ram screens in demand, armored GM Defense SUVs, Cybertruck recall. The Truck Show Podcast brought to you by AMSOIL, Kershaw Knives, Nissan, and OVR Mag.

Nick Psomas, head of Peak Suspension and certified Dr. Pepper enthusiast, visits the Pod Shed to chat about the growth and evolution of his company, while Holman finally shares his behind-the-wheel experience with the ’25 Ram Heavy Duty truck line-up, including a ride-along interview with Ram’s Chief Vehicle Synthesis Manager, Doug Killian. For those who stick around, Dr. Pepper shenanigans ensue in the Shed as post-episode bonus content. The Truck Show Podcast is proudly presented by Nissan in association with AMSOIL, Kershaw Knives, and OVR Mag.

Holman has a couple of local special guests, Jason Scudellari and Patrick Wagenbrenner, join him in studio to discuss the upcoming Hot Rods and Helos event at the beach and the origins of the Quarantine Cruise. The Truck Show Podcast is proudly presented by Nissan in association with AMSOIL, Kershaw Knives, and OVR Mag.

Holman catches up with two longtime friends, off-roader and journalist Sue Mead and Optima’s Cam Douglass, to discuss all things batteries. Listen in on a wide-ranging discussion that includes the start of Optima Batteries, to the latest 12-volt battery tech, new products, events, EVs, and what comes next in our industry. The Truck Show Podcast is proudly presented by Nissan in association with AMSOIL, Kershaw Knives, and OVR Mag.

New Cummins 6.7L gas engine, Ford Explorer Tremor, IIHS safest trucks, Ram SRT-10 auction, Ram Tradesman and Warlock, ’27 Chevrolet Silverado, V8 vs. Hybrid Turbo V-6, ’26 Wagoneer and Grand Wagoneer, Ram Ramcharger Tungsten, Ineos recall. The Truck Show Podcast is proudly presented by Nissan in association with AMSOIL, Kershaw Knives, and OVR Mag.

Holman covers The Mint 400 race as a guest of BFGoodrich Tires and goes for a ride in a spec truck, grabs some great interviews, and brings you along for the experience. Hear from Matt Martelli (The Mint 400), Emme Hall (Just Being Awful), Theresa Contreras (High Octane Hustle), Kevin Stearns (Fox Factory), Ross Berlanga (TMI), along with racers Ryan Arciero, Jason Coleman, Josh Hall, and GM’s Tim Demetrio. Also, find out more about BFG’s ACTIVAIR aftermarket CTIS system. The Truck Show Podcast is proudly presented by Nissan in association with AMSOIL, Kershaw Knives, and OVR Mag.

Ram bringing back the TRX, Ram 1500 to get multiple V-8 options?, Nissan gets a new CEO, Cybertruck failure test, Mopar offers a special edition SEMA-inspired RHO, Jeep’s Mojito is back, and Toyota’s EV pickup is teased. The Truck Show Podcast is proudly presented by Nissan in association with AMSOIL, Kershaw Knives, and OVR Mag.

Holman joins SEMA for a Washington DC fly-in to convince Congress to protect the ICE engine and repeal the EV mandate. Hear from SEMA’s Karen Bailey-Chapman, California’s Rep. Doug LaMulfa, and West Virginia’s Rep. Riley Moore. The Truck Show Podcast is proudly presented by Nissan in association with AMSOIL, Kershaw Knives, and OVR Mag.