There are 9 different trucks to choose from. Each has their own set of strengths and weaknesses. Some are faster than others, but break more easily. Some turn corners more quickly, and some accelerate more quickly. The designs of the trucks vary greatly. Beyond the standard pickup and jeep type vehicles, you will find a VW bus and a sedan.
The gameplay in Thunder Truck Rally consists of two main types of races. One takes place in an open area, where your objective is to race from point to point in the fastest time possible. The second type of race takes place in closed circuits with a fixed track that cannot be escaped, where you simply complete the circuit as fast as possible.