Home Improvement

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The DIY King needs a full-size pickup that can haul sheets of plywood, tow a utility trailer, and still be comfortable enough for the Monday morning commute. The Ford F-150 is the do-everything truck: available in a dozen trims, with the PowerBoost hybrid option for those who want a built-in generator at the job site. The Chevrolet Silverado 1500 counters with a massive bed, available Multi-Flex tailgate, and a turbocharged four-cylinder option that's surprisingly capable.

The Ram 1500 brings the best interior in the truck class - a 12-inch touchscreen, air suspension, and a ride quality that'll make you forget you're in a pickup. The Toyota Tundra offers legendary reliability for the DIY King who plans to keep the truck for a decade of projects. The GMC Sierra with its CarbonPro bed laughs at dropped tools and heavy loads.

The Nissan Frontier is the mid-size alternative for the homeowner who doesn't need a full-size footprint but still wants real truck capability. Tape measure in the console, extension cords in the bed - let's build something.