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Revamp Your Pickup Truck with These 50 Must-Have Accessories and Upgrades”

By John Mata Jr.

May 10, 2023

50 New Products for Purpose-Built Pickups

 T oday’s breeds of pickup trucks are built to do everything better—well, that is, with huge help from aftermarket manufacturers. Whether hauling and towing, adventuring away from the beaten path, customizing and souping up, or simply commuting and cruising around town, plenty of new products are out there to improve your relationship with your brand new/newish pickup. 

Those looking to increase organization and cargo access while on the job site or out on the trail will greatly benefit from the storage components we’ve wrangled up. Truck owners interested in squeezing more horsepower and torque out of factory engines will get the most bang for their buck with the variety of easy-to-use programmers and other performance parts that anyone can install. While we’re at it, we’ll also help increase your truck’s nighttime visibility, appearance, functionality, and overall comfort—honestly, you’re going to want to stop and take a close look at everything here.

Armor Box 

Hammerhead Armor introduces the new Armor Box for pickup trucks. Hand-crafted in Mississippi, this storage box delivers superior security of items while providing myriad unique, organized features both inside and out to prevent the chaos that can occur in a standard toolbox.

Hammerhead Armor 855-448-6844 hammerheadarmor.com

V36 LED Light Bar 

Designed for the off-road/4WD enthusiast, TYRI’s modular light bar has a slim design and replaceable lenses, which makes it ideal for the rugged environment. This light bar can be bracket or surface mounted, and the end pieces are removable for maximum flexibility in mounting options.

TYRI Offroad 715-344-8600 www.tyrilights.com

Knockdown Cap

This overland-styling cap from A.R.E. is an industry-unique overland rack substructure with a truck cap constructed around that structure with side access and rear doors. This A.R.E. cap is designed with knockdown/put-together kits in mind in order to be easily packaged for customer flexibility.

A.R.E. 866-658-8376 4are.com

Ghost Box 

Accessory control redefined—this wireless ecosystem reimagines standard switch boxes, creating a fully customizable and wirelessly controlled experience. This system includes control modules that wirelessly communicate to a keypad. Control one module for easy accessory install, or create a large ecosystem across your vehicles and equipment.

Project X 866-294-9244 projectxoffroad.com

2022 Ford F-150 Lightning Bumper

All-aluminum construction greatly reduces weight compared to a steel bumper, and the high-clearance design allows for use of larger tires. The modular design allows for easy shipping and assembly. Multiple lighting configurations are available.

Sintor Trucks 800-677-1580 www.sintor.com

2022 GM 2500HD Suspension Lift 

This suspension kit is designed to reduced factory bump steer and maintains proper steering speed for enhanced highway drivability with 35-inch tires. Heavy-duty gusseted bracketry adds strength to the suspension for off-road use.

Fabtech 877-432-2832 fabtechmotorsports.com

Full Throttle Series AGM Battery 

Built to the highest standards and made to be put through the toughest tests, the Full Throttle battery features thin, virgin-pure lead plates; over-the-partition welds; brass terminal connection; and higher compression rates and valve settings to ensure the power in your battery gets to your accessories efficiently.

Fullriver Battery 800-522-8191 fullriverbattery.com

V3 w/ Edge Insight CTS3 Programmer 

The all-new, redesigned L5P Duramax Pulsar V3 is one the most advanced performance products the market. The addition of the industry leader in digital gauges adds in delivering that potent power as well as a visibility combo that is simply tough to beat.

Pulsar 866-464-6553 www.holley.com 

2020+ Chevy 2500/3500 Front Bumper 

CVF’s front bumper is made from 7-GA steel and features custom-machined aluminum inserts to fit a variety of LED lights and winch options. Choose from six different finishes.

CVF Offroad 952-232-1098 cvfoffroad.com 

Tacoma Bed Vault 

Designed for 2005-2023 Toyota Tacoma, this high-strength steel door with combination lock is designed to replace the plastic factory door on the interior cargo box located in the truck bed. The Tacoma Vault is perfect for outdoor enthusiasts looking to keep valuables safe and secure while away from their truck.

Pop & Lock 844-996-5625 popandlock.net

Sawtooth Slide Track Running Boards 

These 6.5-inch running boards are the ultimate in heavy-duty contractor-style steps. The Sawtooth Boards include reverse-punched serrated holes along the entire length of the board for maximum grip and are available in quad and crew cab lengths.

Raptor Series 877-769-3765 www.raptorseries.com

Endura ALX Bedcover 

This flush-mounted, hard-folding bedcover is designed with a secure, rotary-release latching system that automatically latches when closed with four TPO-coated EnduraShield panels. Each lightweight aluminum panel is dent-, scratch-, and fade-resistant. The entire frame can support up to 500 pounds of evenly distributed weight.

Extang 800-877-2588 extang.com

’19-’22 Ford Ranger Sequential Projector Headlight

Upgrade your Ranger’s lighting system with Spec-D’s headlight housings. These units are designed based on OEM housings to ensure precise fitment. Only the highest OEM-approved materials from ISO-certified manufacturers are utilized to meet and exceed strict factory requirements.

Spec-D 909-839-2533 specdtuning.com

Sport Suede Custom Seat Covers 

Made from CalTrend’s original faux-leather trim and soft, perforated, synthetic-suede insert, these seat covers are perfect for overall protection and comfort. These covers are made in the USA, designed with late model trucks in mind, and are available in various popular styles and colors.

CalTrend 800-846-8621 www.caltrend.com

Stainless Edition Gauge Face for ’19+ Chevy Silverado 

This replacement gauge face has been designed using OEM-style production and testing methods. It features restyled graphics and US Speedo’s patented stainless steel overlay, which make these gauges an excellent addition to your truck’s interior.

US Speedo 810-244-0909 www.usspeedo.com

DashLink OBD II Digital Gauge for Apple/Android Devices

DashLink enables you to transform your Apple iOS or Android enabled device into a customizable display and monitoring system. Easy OBD II plug-and-play installation makes for the fastest performance gauge installation available.

Auto Meter 866-248-6356 www.autometer.com

LUXX-Series LED Taillights for ’19+ Dodge RAM 

LUXX-Series LED taillights are designed with AlphaRex’s signature activation light feature when the parking light is turned on. Full SAE/DOT compliancy will safely allow you to upgrade your RAM’s exterior lighting system.

AlphaRex 888-924-5888 alpharexusa.com

Customizable Caliper Covers 

Add a quick, custom look to your truck’s factory brake caliper with these covers from MGP. Handcrafted in the USA and fabricated from space-grade aluminum, the covers allow you to easily add your own logo or design with the greatest of ease.

MGP Caliper Covers 877-995-0003 www.calipercovers.com

RollTrac Power Tonneau Cover 

This electric bedcover is integrated into the vehicle’s locking system to keep cargo safe at all times. Operating the cover is simple with onboard buttons located in the rear corners of the side rails. The slimline canister allows for impressive cargo storage, and universal T-rails are compatible with most accessory rack systems.

EGR 800-757-7075 egrusa.com 

’22+ Toyota Tundra LED Projector Headlight 

Outfit your brand new Tundra with these killer LED projector headlights from Anzo USA. These feature LED low and high beams, as well as initiation and sequential turn signals inside of sleek black housing.

Anzo USA 888-360-3696 www.anzousa.com

Sniper EFI 5-inch Digital Dash 

Ready to plug-and-play with an existing Sniper EFI system, the Sniper 5-inch touchscreen digital dash can assist in managing throttle position, manifold PSI, AFR, voltage, coolant temp, RPM, and speed through three easy-to-read layouts via the magnetic GPS antenna included in the kit.

Holley 866-464-6553 www.holley.com

’20+ Ford F-250 Superduty LED Taillight 

Designed to be a direct replacement of the factory taillight housings, Spyder’s LED tails offer high power COB LED bulbs with high-quality internal/external load resistors to prevent error codes or hyper flashing. These lights are produced by an ISO-certified manufacturer, which uses materials that meet stringent OEM specs.

Spyder Auto 626-934-8884 spyderauto.com

OneControl Automotive App 

The OneControl Auto app from CURT Manufacturing is aimed at giving drivers a safer towing experience by monitoring key systems such as brake controller, trailer tire pressure, and electronic sway control through a real-time data feed via a single app.

CURT Manufacturing 877-287-8634 www.curtmfg.com

Husky Cargo Logic Containment System 

Securely store coolers, toolboxes, or anything else you want to stay put in your truck’s bed or SUV’s cargo area. This innovative design adapts easily to any load, while a universally sized Cargo Logic liner ensures a perfect fit in virtually any vehicle.

Truck Hero 877-875-4376 truck-hero.com

63-3119 Aircharger for Chevrolet Silverado 2500/3500

The Aircharger system features an enclosed air box design shielding inlet air from engine bay heat and an air box lid allowing for quick and easy access to the filter without tools. The high-density polyethylene rotationally molded tube increases the volume of airflow to your engine and provides a guaranteed increase in horsepower and torque.

K&N Engineering Inc. 800-858-3333 www.knfilters.com

Slimline II Load Bed Rack Kit 

With this kit, you’ll be able to assemble a full-size rack that sits above the bed—even when outfitted with a roll-top cover depending on the model. This package includes the Slimline II cargo tray along with four roll-top leg mounts. Available for various makes and models pickup trucks, including the Ford Maverick!

Front Runner 818-253-1322 www.frontrunneroutfitters.com

NAVPRO + GPS Navigation Module w/ Wireless CarPlay & Android Auto 

This USB-powered device turns any existing CarPlay or Android Auto radio into an even smarter entertainment center by allowing access to popular apps as well as creating wireless CarPlay integration.

Mito Corporation 574-295-2441 mitocorp.com

Direct-Fit Replacement Speakers 

Improve any stock factory sound system with OEM drop-in replacement speakers for Jeep and Chrysler truck models (RAM). They feature dual input terminals that accept early and late model OEM plugs for a simple plug-and-play design.

PowerBass 909-923-3868 powerbassusa.com

Limitless Lugz 

This new-age lug nut is the latest in automotive security as it can be linked to both factory and aftermarket alarm systems. Upon vehicle alarm being armed, when this lug nut is removed it will alert both you and your vehicle’s alarm system to prevent further removal of wheels from the vehicle.

Wade-O-Lution wade-o-lution.com

99-quart Blizzard Box 

Compared to traditional coolers, the Blizzard Box keeps food and drinks colder longer without the use of ice. This box features a high-performance compressor, electronic thermostat, and foam-injected walls for added insulation to reach temperatures as low as 0 degrees Fahrenheit. This cooler has built-in USB charging, multiple power options, and dual-zone climate control—talk about a great road trip companion.

Project X Offroad 866-294-9244 projectxoffroad.com

BE40 Brutus Elite 40th Anniversary Super D-Class Mono Block Amp

This mono subwoofer amplifier features an onboard bass enhancer, electronic crossovers, and bass remote. The highly efficient amp will deliver the deep bass notes that your ears like to hear.

Hifonics 847-540-7700 hifonics.com

Cargo Case 

Pelican cargo cases are extremely durable and weather-tested, and they feature a limited lifetime guarantee (cases only). They’re ready to mount to roof racks or store inside your truck bed or SUV. Keep your valuable gear, clothing, tools, and important dry goods organized and protected.

Pelican Products 800-473-5422 www.pelican.com

Scorcher GT Power Module for RAM 1500 V-8 5.7L HEMI

With this power module, you can add up to 12hp and 21 lb-ft of torque along with increased throttle response and improved power band through RPM range. It does not modify the ECU and leaves no footprint behind when disconnected.

aFe Power 951-493-7100 afepower.com 

20K HD Max Air Hitch 

This hitch eliminates jarring between the truck and trailer by sending that energy though an air bag, which results in a much smoother and safer ride.

Shocker Hitch 701-707-2666 shockerhitch.com

2015-2022 F-150 Lowering Kit (Front & Rear)

Lower your 2015-2022 Ford F-150 up to 3 inches up front and 5½ inches at the rear with Ridetech’s lowering suspension system. These components equal more than just a height lowering, however, as your truck will gain responsive, muscle-truck performance through increased handling and ride quality.

Ridetech 812-481-4787 www.ridetech.com 

2019+ Chevy Silverado Lowering Kit (Front & Rear)

This complete lowering system for Silverado/Sierra 1500 2WD and 4WD models includes front upper control arms, front HQ coilovers, flip bracket kit, rear HQ shocks, and hardware.

Ridetech 812-481-4787 www.ridetech.com 

E1-Electric Running Boards 

These all-new running boards automatically open and retract when opening and closing the doors. The durable, lightweight, 6-inch boards are ideal for all seasons as they feature two anti-slip surface options—textured black powdercoat or a protective bedliner coating. Integrated LED lights illuminate the board when deployed.

Go Rhino 888-427-4466 www.gorhino.com

Pioneer Platform 

Now available for F-150 Super Crew is the ultimate load-carrying solution on the market. The Pioneer Platform from Rhino-Rack allows for more options for load carrying and stands as one of the most versatile and modular platforms out there.

Rhino-Rack 877-744-6622 www.rhinorack.com

Stage Series Max Laser LED Pod 

This pod LED is a dual-function light that combines high-power laser chips and Diode Dynamics’ custom-engineered Stage Series TIR optic to provide a road-legal fog-light beam pattern, along with a high-beam boost function for unmatched light output downrange.

Diode Dynamics 314-205-3033 www.diodedynamics.com 

ST Street Series Square 9-inch Mid-Bass 

Thin enough to mount in custom door panels, these public address-style midrange drivers are engineered to be loud and exceptionally clear. They provide the balance between instruments, voices, and a high-output subwoofer system.

Kicker 405-624-8510 kicker.com

PowerStay

Simply plug this into a Ford or GM vehicle’s OBD-II port and it will prevent the ECU from shutting down cylinders (a.k.a. displacement on demand on V-4/V-8 mode). The PowerStay also eliminates the annoying engine shut-off function when vehicles come to a stop.

Hypertech 901-385-1888 hypertech.com

NOVA-Series LED Light Bar 

This light bar features various activation sequences and a signature white/amber position light switch that are controlled by remote. Proprietary Ice Cube projectors maximize light output with a combo spot/flood light function.

AlphaRex 888-924-5888 alpharexusa.com

Momentum GT Intake System for RAM 1500 TRX ’21-’22 6.2L 

With proven gains up to +28hp and +25 lb-ft of torque, the Momentum GT intake system outflows the factory intake system by 30%. The washable and reusable Pro 5R dry air filter is assembled in an innovative filter-to-housing interface and is positioned underneath a massive, clear sight window for convenient inspection without having to fully disassemble the unit.

aFe Power 951-493-7100 afepower.com

Roadkil 1000

This unit is a regenerative power system that converts road vibrations into 100% clean, green energy. This universal system can extend EV range, power onboard electronics, and charge external batteries. Additionally, this system can operate as a dynamic suspension system over any terrain.

GIG Performance www.gigperformance.com

Truck Trolley 

This patented, plastic, roller-tray system provides a versatile and affordable option to maximize the utility of your truck bed. The Trolley is easy to install and remove to allow full use of the bed when you need it and convenient access when you want it.

989-262-9595 Truck Trolley trucktrolley.com

LED Truck Bed Light Kit 

Two 60-inch LED strips are included in this kit and feature adhesive backing for quick installation. The lights can be directly wired to your truck’s battery or any other 12-volt source. An on/off switch is also included to ensure easy operation and access to cargo in the dark.

Oracle Lighting 800-407-5776 www.oraclelights.com 

Truck Drawer System 

For those looking to max out the utility of their truck’s bed space, Decked offers a drawer system that includes a highly organized and efficient sliding set of drawers as well as a deck on top that is completely waterproof and can support up to a 2,000-pound payload. This is a perfect storage solution for work, everyday organization, or exciting trips off the grid.

Decked decked.com service@decked.com

Truck Drawer System 

For those looking to max out the utility of their truck’s bed space, Decked offers a drawer system that includes a highly organized and efficient sliding set of drawers as well as a deck on top that is completely waterproof and can support up to a 2,000-pound payload. This is a perfect storage solution for work, everyday organization, or exciting trips off the grid.

Decked decked.com  service@decked.com