# Is The V8-Powered Pickup Finally BACK? | Ep. 323

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Podcast: [TFL Talkin' Trucks](https://stenobird.com/podcast/tfl-talkin-trucks-999368)
Published: 2026-03-20T11:00:01+00:00
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( https://www.alltfl.com/ ) Check out our new spot to find ALL our content, from news to videos and our podcasts! In this special anniversary episode, Andre and Roman celebrate six years of the podcast by tackling one of the most controversial questions in the truck world: Is the V8 dead, or is it making a comeback? The duo breaks down the shifting landscape of powertrain technology, from the "million-mile" reputation of Toyota’s old V8s to the high-tech, high-torque reality of modern turbocharging and hybridization. The conversation gets heated as they compare real-world reliability and performance. Andre shares a harrowing viewer story about a catastrophic V8 failure on the highway, sparking a debate on whether the "simpler is better" philosophy still holds true. They dive into the data on Ford’s EcoBoost dominance, the surprising torque numbers coming from GM’s 2.7L TurboMax, and the "tanker for electrons"—the Mack MD Electric. ( http://www.patreon.com/tflcar ) Visit our Patreon page to support the TFL team! Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

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