What Truck Are You Meant to Drive?

By: Teresa McGlothlin

5 Min Quiz

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About This Quiz

Whether you are considering your first truck or you are thinking about getting a new model, you have a lot to think about when it comes to choosing. Rather than head down the dealership and endure high-pressure sales tactics, we've designed a quiz that will help you figure out the truck you're really meant to drive. Will it be the same truck you might have in mind?

As we put you behind the wheel and hand the keys to the questions, we think we'll learn a lot about the truck you both need and want. Your answers will give us a little insight into your reasons for needing a truck, what you will do with it, and the way you approach the road. Once we get a good feel of the kind of truck owner you are at heart, we will reveal the truck you are truly meant to drive.

Before you sign on the dotted line and purchase a truck you might end up unhappy with, let us help you figure out which one is the right one. Is it the make and model you've had your eye on, or will it be something else? We'll let you know when you cross the finish line!

Do you currently own a truck?

I have an older truck.

I've been thinking about getting a truck.
I have a newer truck.

I used to have a truck.

Which foreign automaker do you like most?

Kia

Honda
Toyota

Nissan

Are you a courteous driver?

I think I'm a courteous driver.

I'm fairly aggressive on the road.
I'm a cautious driver.

I'm a nervous driver.

When did you get your driver's license?

I was in my 20s.

I was a teenager.
I was a late bloomer.

I don't actually remember.

Which muscle car would you rather drive?

I would rather drive a truck.

I would be happy with a Ford Mustang.
I would look great in a Chevy Camaro.

I think I would prefer a Dodge Charger.

Where would you rather go on a road trip?

Las Vegas

The Everglades
The Grand Canyon

New York

Which small-sized truck looks the best?

Ford Ranger

Chevrolet S-10
Honda Ridgeline

GMC Canyon

What is most important to you in a new truck?

Towing capacity

Seating capacity
Fuel efficiency

Looks

What would you use a truck for most often?

I would use it for work.

I would use it to go camping.
I would use it for projects.

I would use it as my everyday vehicle.

Which car looks the most ridiculous?

AMC Pacer

Pontiac Aztek
PT Cruiser

Fiat Multipla

Do you get road rage?

I've flown the bird a few times.

I never get road rage.
Some people just push my buttons.

I try my best to stay calm on the road.

Are you mechanically inclined?

Not in the slightest!

I can change a tire.
I'm handy in the garage.

I am a mechanic.

Are you the outdoorsy type?

I wish I could get outdoors more.

I'm outdoorsy in the summer.
I'm not all that outdoorsy.

I would live in the wild if I could.

Which luxury feature would you add to a new truck?

Heated seats

Moonroof
Running boards

Fog lights

Where would you shop for a new truck?

Classifieds

Dealership
Craigslist

Trading guides

Do you prefer a manual shift transmission?

I can drive both automatic and manual.

I prefer manual shift.
I prefer an automatic shift.

I've never driven a manual shift.

Would you let anyone else drive your new truck?

Only I would drive it.

I would let my S.O. drive it.
I would let my best friend borrow it.

I would let a coworker use it.

Do you enjoy watching NASCAR?

I live for NASCAR.

I like football more.
I enjoy it, but I don't watch a lot of races.

I never watch NASCAR races.

Do you have any use for four-wheel drive?

It's handy during winter.

I wouldn't need it.
I don't know what that is.

I would need it for work.

Which word describes the state of your current car?

Frightening

Adequate
Rustbucket

Good

Do you negotiate when purchasing vehicles?

I try to get the price down.

It depends on where the price starts.
I'm not great with haggling.

I refuse to pay more than I want.

How long is your commute?

I work from home.

It takes up too much of my day.
It's not that bad.

It only takes a few minutes.

What makes you crazy when you see other drivers do it?

Texting while driving

Eating while driving
Driving slow in the fast lane

Forgetting to signal

What would be your auto industry job?

I would be a salesperson.

I would probably be a crash test dummy.
I would be a designer.

I would be an inspector.

What kind of weather is hardest to drive in?

Fog

Snow
Blaring sun

Rain

Which driving movie do you like most?

"The Fast and the Furious"

"Rush"
"Driving Miss Daisy"

"Smokey and The Bandit"

Would your new truck have tinted windows?

It's illegal here.

I love darkly tinted windows.
A little tint would be nice.

I'll have to see it before I decide.

What kind of music do you listen to when you drive?

Metal

Rock
Country

Dance

Who taught you how to drive?

I taught myself.

My parents taught me.
A family friend or relative taught me.

I went to driving school.

How many speeding tickets have you had?

I've never had one.

I've had a few.
I've had one.

I have had a few warnings.

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