2016 Canadian LD Truck of the year

FishOnOne wrote:

ShinerBock wrote:
So was this an actual testing event where they compared capabilities or was it just based on the testers opinions? If there were actual tests in this challenge then I would like to see the results, but if it was just an opinion challenge the I don't need to read any further because it holds no merit.

Shiner,
What's your take on the Texas Writers Association? They just named the Nissan/Cummins as their top pick.

I do agree that the OP's link is pretty lame.

Most of these awards are just about pointless in my book no matter who wins them, and the Texas auto writers is no different. Without any factual testing data to backup why they chose what they did then it is as useless as tits on a bull. If they want me to take their word for it on which is the best in their opinion then they will be waiting forever for that because it will never happen.


I personally think there should never be a total winner when it comes to trucks reviews or comparisons. I think they should be tested and then the consumer can decide which is best for them. I beleive trucks should be tested in different classes based on their manufacturer rated capabilities. For example, all the base engines 1/2 ton trucks should be in a 6,000 lbs towing class, the medium engine 1/2 tons should be in an 8,000 lbs towing class, the towing engine 1/2 tons should be in the 10,000 lbs towing class, the gaser 3/4 ton should be in the 12,000 lbs towing class, the diesel 3/4 ton should be in the 14,000 towing class, and so on. Test each truck accordingly with and without the load in their class with all the data like 0-60 mph, 60-0 mph, 20-60 mph, fuel economy, gradability both up and down a long hill, and so on. Then give us the information and we can decide what is best for us. Instead we get these useless titles and awards that mean nothing to the average user like the "best in class" **** that some of these manufacturers like to tout.