Toyota

Read the latest Toyota news and recent events.Toyota is one of the world's largest automakers and is known as the quality, durability, and reliability leader in the industry. Toyota's Camry, Corolla, RAV 4 and Highlander define their class. Toyota makes trucks in its Texas plant and most of its cars are made in the markets they serve.

When you think of dependable vehicles in the automotive world, the Toyota brand belongs near the top. Toyota’s entire fleet of cars, trucks and SUVs is known for incredible quality and reliability over time.

The Toyota lineup in the United States consists of many popular vehicles including Camry, Prius, RAV4, Tacoma, Tundra, 4Runner, Highlander, Corolla, Avalon, Sienna, Yaris, Sequoia, Land Cruiser, Corolla Hatchback, C-HR, Supra, 86, Prius Prime and Mirai. Many other popular Toyota models and variations exist all over the world as well.

At Torque News, our team covers the Toyota brand in full detail. We provide you with in-depth vehicle reviews, trim level comparisons, how-to tips and Toyota breaking news and developing stories. We also try to include helpful and useful videos in many of our stories so you can get the most information for your time.

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Jeff Teague covers general Toyota news and you can follow him on Twitter at @Toyotajeff1.
Peter Neilson covers Toyota Prius News and you can follow him on Twitter at @/the_hybrid_guy.
John Goreham covers general Toyota and and Lexus news. You can follow John on Twitter at @JohnGoreham.

This 2022 Toyota Tundra is being hauled away to dealership because of engine failure

Toyota Can Fix Its Costly Mistake By Offering Its Tundras a Non-Turbo Towing Engine Option

By Armen Hareyan on July 26, 2024 - 11:46AM

Toyota's costly mistake is leaving some owners in the lurch, but the "turbo disaster" can be fixed if the carmaker offers Tundra buyers a non-turbo towing engine option.

34,000 Miles In, My Tundra's Engine Fails, But Toyota Is Giving White Glove Treatment

By Armen Hareyan on July 26, 2024 - 11:07AM

One man's battle with a broken-down Tundra and Toyota's promise to make things right.

My Beloved Tundra Turned Me Into a Turbocharged Skeptic

People Have Put Millions Of Miles on This Toyota Tundra Drivetrain and Disillusioned By Turbocharged Nightmare

By Armen Hareyan on July 24, 2024 - 11:00PM

Millions of miles trusted, replaced by a turbocharged mystery - is the new Toyota Tundra a towing triumph or a fuel-efficient flop?

The Reality Of Modern Car Repair is Why You Should Consider Buying an Older Used Model

By Timothy Boyer on July 24, 2024 - 5:01PM

Here’s an excellent demonstration and compelling argument of why you should not buy a new car when an older model will save you more money today…and even more money further down the road.

He Has Another Dead Hybrid Tundra And Brings It To Forum, Facing Rage vs Dealership Dash

By Armen Hareyan on July 23, 2024 - 9:43PM

This morning I came across a Toyota Tundra owner who says his 2023 Hybrid Tundra's Engine "died again." He posted about it in a Tundra forum, but when some people pointed out that he should take it to a dealership instead, he said this.

Despite Good Maintenance You Can Ruin Your Toyota's Engine

Warning from Toyota Mechanic on How Dealership Mechanic Almost Ruined This Toyota 4Runner Engine

By Timothy Boyer on July 23, 2024 - 3:28PM

Here’s an example of how this Toyota 4Runner owner almost lost his engine due to a simple mistake at the dealership that can also be caused by the way you drive your Toyota.

After Owning 37 Trucks I Started Changing The Oil on My Toyota Tundra At These Mileages

By Armen Hareyan on July 22, 2024 - 11:52AM

I changed the oil in my brand new 2022 Tundra at 1,000 miles, 3,000 miles, 6,000 miles, AND 10,000 miles! Now, I change it every 5,000 miles, no matter what the dealer says.

Image of Toyota RAV4 Hybrid in Turkey by John Goreham

Three-quarters of Toyota’s European Deliveries Now Electrified Models

By John Goreham on July 22, 2024 - 9:36AM

Toyota, Europe’s second-largest automaker, has achieved a new milestone with electrified vehicles.

A Tesla Cybertruck Severely Damaged Following a Crash With a Tesla Model 3 – Model 3 Comes Out Relatively Unscathed

By Tinsae Aregay on July 21, 2024 - 10:58AM

A new video shows a three-car pileup involving a Tesla Cybertruck, a Tesla Model 3, and a Toyota minivan. Surprisingly, the Model 3 emerges relatively unscathed compared to both the Cybertruck and the Toyota minivan.

Why You Might Not Want to Pay Toyota Part Prices

Toyota OEM Parts Price Warning

By Timothy Boyer on July 20, 2024 - 3:47PM

Is it ever okay to buy non-OEM parts for your Toyota? Here’s a good example argument against replacing all Toyota parts with OEM in this Toyota OEM parts price warning.

The Hakone Edition is what Toyota GR86 should have been from the start

Get The 20225 Toyota GR86 Hakone Special Edition Or Modify The Regular GR86?

By Dimitar Angelov on July 17, 2024 - 11:12AM

The latest Toyota GR86 special edition sounds like what the car should have been from the factory, but I think you can save some money by going for the regular GR86.

What Shoppers Are Paying Today for the Cheapest Cars Available

10 Cheap Cars That CR Recommends Update

By Timothy Boyer on July 16, 2024 - 6:45PM

Ten solid, safe, and reliable new models recommended by CR analysts that have the lowest transaction prices today. Plus, a warning about the most expensive popular cars no one would recommend keeping beyond the first 4 years.

Is the 2025 Toyota Camry Really a New Generation Model?

2025 Toyota Camry Review by Toyota Mechanic Reveals the Good and the Bad

By Timothy Boyer on July 15, 2024 - 8:26AM

Toyota expert mechanic takes an in-depth look at the newest generation Toyota Camry’s engine, exterior, and interior with a discussion on some points shoppers will not like about the newest model.

Most Important Tool for Used Car Shoppers and DIY Mechanics

By Timothy Boyer on July 13, 2024 - 2:02PM

Here is a recommendation for a recently redesigned tool that is a must-have for anyone buying a used car and/or doing his own DIY car repairs.

Fuel-Efficient Cars and SUVs Shoppers Are Buying Today

Consumer Reports’ Best Deals on 10 Fuel-Efficient Cars and SUVs

By Timothy Boyer on July 12, 2024 - 11:58PM

Consumer Reports’ best deals toward buying the most fuel-efficient cars and SUVs based on overall fuel-economy test results, recent consumer car shopping data, and current MSRP pricing.

The fourth-generation Toyota MR-2 wil lfeature a powerful turbo four-cylinder

My Suspicion Was Correct. The New Toyota MR-2 Will Not Get The GR Corolla Engine

By Dimitar Angelov on July 11, 2024 - 5:05PM

The new Toyota MR-2 will share a powerful, turbo-four with the upcoming Celica, instead of the GR Corolla's turbocharged, three-cylinder.

Image of Toyota RAV4 Prime courtesy of Kate Silbaugh

Shifting Tides - Toyota RAV4 Outselling Tesla Model Y In America in 2024

By John Goreham on July 11, 2024 - 1:10PM

Through the first two quarters of 2024, The Toyota RAV4 is America’s most popular individual model. The Camry is also outpacing the Model 3 by about two to one in deliveries.

YouTube Car Expert Blocked by Auto Makers

Car Makers Got Bad Review Removed by Going After YouTube Sponsors

By Timothy Boyer on July 10, 2024 - 8:38PM

A bad review motivated some car makers to go after this car expert’s sponsors to get the YouTube review removed. Here’s the removed video reposted (without sponsorship) about the costliest cars to maintain and repair that you can buy in 2024.

Here's why a 2020-2022 Toyota Supra might be the smartest sport car purchase in 2024

Here's Why An Early-model Toyota GR Supra Could Be Your Best Spors Car Purchase In 2024

By Dimitar Angelov on July 10, 2024 - 4:48AM

The GR Supra hasn't changed drastically and you can snatch the 3.0-liter model for base-car money.

6 Super Reliable Used Cars Under $10,000

By Timothy Boyer on July 9, 2024 - 7:12PM

Here are 6 of the best reliable used cars priced between $6,000 to $8,000 available today and what makes them so special to buy used.

Will Toyota's rally-bred GR Corolla get a 2.0-liter turbo-four engine?

Toyota May Be Taking A Page Out Of Honda's Book With Its New Engines

By Dimitar Angelov on July 9, 2024 - 5:06AM

The new Toyota engines are smaller and will be extensively featured even in Lexus models.

The 11,000-RPM Formula 1 V-10 engine in the Formula Supra beats even the Lexus LFA in terms of sound

Ryan Tuerck's Toyota Formula Supra Puts The Lexus LFA To Shame

By Dimitar Angelov on July 7, 2024 - 9:02AM

You think the Lexus LFA sounds great? Take a look at what makes this Toyota Supra drift missile even more bonkers.

Used Prius Shoppers Need to Know Exactly What the Solar Panel Feature Provides

Don’t Fall for This Potential Prius Scam by Used Car Dealers

By Timothy Boyer on July 6, 2024 - 11:26AM

An accessory option that you might find on some used Prius models opens a potential scam by used car dealers for used car shoppers not in-the-know.

Toyota sales figures in first half of 2024 paint an interesting picture

Toyota BEV Sales Sky Rocket In 2024, But The Three Most Sold Models Are Not All Hybrid

By Dimitar Angelov on July 4, 2024 - 7:13AM

Toyota recently announced its 2024 sales figures so far, and something interesting is happening.

Consumer Reports Latest New Car Battery Recommendations

7 Best Car Batteries of 2024 Tested and Rated by Consumer Reports

By Timothy Boyer on July 1, 2024 - 7:47PM

The best car batteries recently rated by Consumer Reports and what you need to know before and after buying a new car battery to ensure that it lasts its longest.

Toyota GR Corolla Circuit Edition in looks great in Nitro Blue color

Will Toyota Give The GR Corolla A New Engine?

By Dimitar Angelov on July 1, 2024 - 10:19AM

Toyota is cooking up a powerful new, turbocharged engine. With the Corolla's upcoming redesign, a more powerful GR Corolla might become available.

Here's why Toyota GR Supra might not achieve the legendary status of the Mk4 Supra

Here's Why Toyota GR Supra Will Not Ever Appreciate To Mk4 Supra Levels

By Dimitar Angelov on July 1, 2024 - 6:59AM

Don't worry. Toyota GR Supra prices will never jump as high as its 1990s predecessor, and there are a few reasons why.

Even Reliable Car Models Can Go Bad Sometimes

Least Reliable Cars That Don't Make It Past Their Warranty

By Timothy Boyer on June 30, 2024 - 1:21PM

Here are 10 surprising unreliable models that are money pits according to a car expert who says these are the ones to avoid if you expect your car to make it past its warranty.

Blown Toyota Engine Option That Will Save You Money― “It’s Fascinating What You Can Get for Approximately $2,000.”

By Timothy Boyer on June 29, 2024 - 10:41AM

Lexus owner mistake leads to blown engine but found a way to recover from a costly repair by choosing this option that is a growing Green Business.

The SOLIS Solar Tonneau cover can act as a power source and a range extender or pickup trucks, regardless of drivetrain

4 Reasons Your Pickup Truck Will Benefit From The Worksport Solar Tonneau Cover

By Dimitar Angelov on June 28, 2024 - 1:11PM

I found the ultimate pickup truck accessory that combines off-the-grid energy and utility.

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