While the industry as a whole is getting better about it, most trucks sold today still do not come with any kind of bed protection. The status quo for many years has been the plastic drop-in liner.

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 ...

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 ...

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 ...

As handy as a truck bed is, it lacks the protection many truck owners need without a tonneau cover. An open bed is at the mercy of the elements, and, unless modified, doesn’t offer much security for ...

We’re fussy when it comes to pickup truck bed modifications. We want to have unobstructed access to the cargo bed so we can use it as intended, but there are times when we don’t want rain, snow, ice, ...

We earn commissions from purchases you make using links in our articles. Learn more. Even an affordable tonneau is better than leaving your bed open to weather and prying eyes. Owning a pickup truck ...