Have the trucks in that weight class been noticably different historically? It's not something I've ever followed.
My understanding was that people were forced to purchase what was available as the smaller trucks were disincentived by regulations.
My understanding was that people were forced to purchase what was available as the smaller trucks were disincentived by regulations.
My 2000 2500 has a hood approximately at my belly button. Most current 1/2 tons have a hood height at my nipple (I'm 5'8).
A Pillars have gotten significantly thicker too, making it harder to see pedestrians at corners.
Then there is the expanding cab and shrinking bed. The visibility in a standard cab truck is phenomenal, you are surrounded by glass. Higher beds are also harder to use, which doesn't matter for most truck buyers because they buy them as a statement, not for utility.