Let's face it, pickup trucks like the Ford F-150 are not the most aerodynamic vehicles on the road—and that is part of what makes them, whether all-electric or internal combustion, very inefficient.

A tonneau cover like no other. That is what Ford is preparing for the F-150. The carmaker filed a patent for a transforming lid for the load bed, and photos indicate it might look like what the Tesla ...

A tonneau cover is usually a simple device that gives items in a pickup bed a bit of protection against the elements and prying eyes. But Ford may be working on something a bit more elaborate. A ...

Tonneau covers are a popular add-on for truck owners looking to protect their truck bed and its contents, but is a tonneau ...

The near-$80,000 2021 Ford F-150 Limited we bought to test over the next year came with extravagant options like massaging seats and a built-in generator, but it also came with a bare-ass bed — no bed ...

Tonneau covers are an essential custom-truck accessory. A lid adds good looks, trunk-like functionality, and it will help with gas mileage. Tonneau cover companies have been using gas shocks for ...

But not all tonneau covers are created equal; they come in a variety of styles from hard tops to soft tops, rollups, and more. Each type has its pros and cons, but the best option comes down to your ...

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The word tonneau is French for "barrel" or "cask" and was originally used by auto enthusiasts to refer to the open seating compartments of early cars and trucks. It's a bit ironic that we now use the ...

This article was updated in September 2025 with new products and information. When it comes to outfitting your truck, a tonneau cover isn’t just an accessory—it’s a must-have. Whether you’re hauling ...

The dilemma over whether your trusty truck needs a tonneau cover has plagued truck owners for years, sparking heated debates among the automotive aficionados and leaving many a pickup owner pondering ...