# Why Are Pickup Trucks Called 'Pickups'? The Origin Of The Name, Explored

> Ever wonder what's in a name? Namely, why are pickup trucks called that? The reason why pickup trucks are called 'pickups' in America takes us back to 1925 and none other than Henry Ford, who originally coined the term.

- **Source:** [SlashGear](https://www.slashgear.com/1928307/why-are-pickup-trucks-called-pickups-name-origin-history-explored/?utm_source=gearopen.com&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=feed&utm_content=6894c8f9a37a9b78b7c8e0a5)
- **Published:** 2025-08-07
- **Category:** Cars
- **Tags:** #ford #pickup #called #trucks #name #explored #origin #aftermarket
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