What’s the Best Truck of the Year? MotorTrend named the 2026 Ford Maverick
The Ford Maverick has already changed how drivers think about compact trucks, and for 2026, it’s officially named as Best Truck of the Year. This award recognizes trucks that excel at doing real truck work while still fitting seamlessly into everyday life. The Maverick absolutely delivers. From smart trailering tech to impressive efficiency and standout value, the 2026 Maverick proves you don’t need a full-size pickup to get full-size capability. At Sherwood Ford in Sherwood Park, AB, we’re excited to see this innovative truck get the recognition it deserves.
Best Truck of the Year: best features of the 2026 Ford Maverick
What pushed the Maverick to the top wasn’t just one feature—it was how well everything worked together. The Maverick performs truck tasks confidently, handles daily driving with ease, and remains affordable and efficient, all in a compact footprint.
Its refined lineup now offers something for just about everyone. It can handle towing recreational gear, commuting through Sherwood Park, or heading off the beaten path on the weekend.
- Advanced trailering technology with available Pro Trailer Hitch Assist and Pro Trailer Backup Assist, making hooking up and reversing a trailer easier than ever
- Available all-wheel drive and off-road capability, including FX4 equipment and the Tremor package for drivers who want extra confidence beyond paved roads
- Outstanding fuel efficiency, especially in hybrid models that rank among the most efficient gas-powered pickups on the road
- Smart interior design and technology, including a large touchscreen with SYNC® 4 and an available digital instrument cluster
- Exceptional value, offering real truck capability at a price point far below the average new pickup
2026 Ford Maverick: capability and flexibility
One of the Maverick truck’s biggest strengths is how naturally it balances work and comfort. Built on a crossover-based platform, it delivers a smooth, controlled ride. It’s ideal for commuting, errands, and long drives—without sacrificing hauling or towing ability.
Despite its smaller size, the Maverick offers impressive interior space and a highly usable truck bed. It’s practical for everything from weekend projects to outdoor adventures across Alberta.
Frequently Asked Questions about the Maverick’s Best Truck of the Year Award
This award honors trucks that excel in real-world performance, engineering, efficiency, safety, design, and overall value, not just raw size or power.
The Maverick stood out for how well it performs everyday truck tasks while remaining affordable, efficient, and easy to live with. Its combination of smart technology, practical design, and strong value helped it rise above the competition.
Yes. The Maverick offers towing, payload capacity, all-wheel drive, and off-road options that meet the needs of many truck owners—especially those who want versatility without the bulk of a full-size pickup.
The Maverick is ideal for drivers who want a truck that fits into daily life—commuters, outdoor enthusiasts, small business owners, and first-time truck buyers alike.
The 2026 Maverick continues to set the benchmark for fuel efficiency in the pickup segment. Hybrid models, in particular, offer remarkable fuel economy while still delivering the utility drivers expect from a truck. Even the turbocharged EcoBoost® models strike a strong balance between performance and efficiency.
For drivers looking to keep fuel and ownership costs low without giving up capability, the Maverick is hard to beat.
Discover the award-winning 2026 Ford Maverick at Sherwood Ford
The 2026 Ford Maverick proves that big capability can come in a smart, efficient package. Its Best Truck of the Year recognition confirms it. If you’re ready to experience this award-winning compact pickup for yourself, visit Sherwood Ford in Sherwood Park, AB, and explore our Maverick lineup today.
