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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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  1. Jeff Teague covers general Toyota news and you can follow him on Twitter at @Toyotajeff1.
  2. Peter Neilson covers Toyota Prius News and you can follow him on Twitter at @/the_hybrid_guy.
  3. John Goreham covers general Toyota and and Lexus news. You can follow John on Twitter at @JohnGoreham.
2025 Toyota Tacoma
The 4th-Gen Toyota Tacoma Action Plan: How Owners Can Escape Dealership ‘Diagnostic Limbo’ and Protect Powertrain Longevity
By Denis Flierl on
Facing harsh shifting or "Cannot Replicate" dealer rejections in your 4th-Gen Toyota Tacoma? This Torque News action plan provides owners with the precise technical strategies, TSB navigation steps, and data-logging tools to force warranty repairs.
2023 Nissan Frontier that Torque News Editor Armen Hareyan reviewed
I Chose a Nissan Frontier Over a Toyota Tacoma for 2 Reasons Despite Driving Tacoma To Buy My 1st Truck
By Armen Hareyan on
A first-time truck buyer set out to buy a Toyota Tacoma, but two things about a used Nissan Frontier stopped him cold and eight months later he has zero regrets.
2024 Toyota Tundra
He Missed His Toyota Tundra Service Grace Period By One Day, But He Made The Appointment a Week Prior
By Tim Healey on
Car dealerships still don't have a sterling reputation. Doesn't matter if we're talking about the showroom floor or the service bay. One Toyota Tundra owner has some serious beef with an unnamed dealer.
2026 Nissan Frontier PRO-4X
The Analog Survivor: Inside the Nissan Frontier's V6 Mechanical Longevity Advantage
By Denis Flierl on
Following our 2025 Tacoma owner investigation, Torque News delivers a mechanical teardown of the Nissan Frontier V6. Discover why its analog design excels in high-altitude environments and explore our practical long-term maintenance action plan.
2025 Toyota Tacoma SRD AWD
Why 7-Time Toyota Tacoma Owner Regrets His 2025 Model At 15K Miles - and Why He Wishes He Bought a V6 Nissan Frontier Instead
By Denis Flierl on
A 7-time Toyota Tacoma owner outlines why he has major buyer’s remorse 15k miles into his 2025 model, revealing why the truck lacks the iconic "Toyota feel" and why he regrets not choosing the V6 Nissan Frontier's smoother, linear power delivery.
Toyota EPU Concept
Toyota's Small Unibody Truck Will Be A Stroke Of Genious, And It Will NOT Be Fully-Electric
By Dimitar Angelov on
Toyota showed a concept that is said to preview the rebirth of the Stout pickup truck, and dealers are pushing for its production.
Ocean Gem 2026 Toyota Camry XLE AWD driving on a tree-lined road in a front three-quarter action view.
The 2026 Toyota Camry SE Proves Toyota's Hybrid Bet Works, But the Small Annoyances Still Matter
By Noah Washington on
The 2026 Camry SE nails the big Toyota promise: hybrid efficiency, space, and easy daily use. But six months in, the little things, CarPlay, seats, paint chips, and paid remote start, are what buyers should test.
Gray Toyota Tundra loaded on a flatbed tow truck in a residential neighborhood.
Toyota's Tundra Engine Recall Has a Second Problem: What Happens to the Truck's Value After Repair
By Noah Washington on
A Tundra engine failure is bad enough. The scarier part may come later, when a repair record, recall uncertainty, or dealer appraisal turns a nearly new truck into a value fight.
2026 Toyota Tundra
The 2026 Toyota Tundra V6 Engine Crisis: Understanding the Debris Threat and Your Practical Blueprint for Survival
By Denis Flierl on
Recent reports on the 2026 Toyota Tundra V6 engine renew discussions about past manufacturing debris issues. This guide breaks down the risks of turbo failure and outlines a vital action plan that uses fluid analysis to protect your drivetrain investment.
2023 Toyota Tacoma driving in the mountains
This Tacoma Has Been at The Toyota Dealer for 2 Months, and We Just Can't Believe Nobody Else Has Come To This Dealership With The Same Exact Problem
By Tim Healey on
A Toyota Tacoma has been at the dealership for two months with what be a simple problem with a simple solution -- and both the owner and other Toyota Tacoma owners following the story are confused. We are too, as the problem seems so simple.
2026 Toyota Tundra
2026 Toyota Tundra Action Plan: How to Protect Your V6 Twin-Turbo Drivetrain From Hidden Manufacturing Debris Failures
By Denis Flierl on
Following reports of a 2026 Toyota Tundra oil filter containing metal shavings at 3,800 miles, this consumer advocacy action plan outlines how to safeguard your V35A-FTS twin-turbo engine from catastrophic oil-starvation failures.
White 2026 Toyota Prius Limited parked near a waterfront at dusk, shown from the front three-quarter angle.
A Salesman Told a New Prius Owner That Changing His 0W-16 at 5,000 Miles Would Void the Warranty
By Noah Washington on
A new Prius buyer was warned that changing the first oil early could threaten the warranty. Torque News checked Toyota’s 0W-8 language, the 10,000-mile service schedule, and FTC warranty guidance. To separate fact from fiction.
2026 Toyota Tundra
2026 Toyota Tundra Twin-Turbo V6 Debris Crisis Spreads: Owner Finds Metal Shavings After Two Oil Changes in Just 3,800 Miles
By Denis Flierl on
Think the Toyota Tundra engine debris issue is fixed? A 2026 TRD Off-Road owner found his oil filters "full of glitter" after just 3,800 miles. Despite 2 dealer oil changes, this V6 metal shaving discovery proves the nightmare isn't over.
Went For My RAV4's Oil Change and Asked The Dealer To Check The Struts, But They Wanted To Charge $95 Diagnostic Fee
Went For My RAV4's Oil Change and Asked The Dealer To Check The Struts, But They Wanted To Charge $95 Diagnostic Fee
By Armen Hareyan on
Toyota RAV4 owner went to his dealer for an oil change on his 2020 RAV4, but when he asked the dealer to check out the struts as they have been creaking a bit the dealer wanted to charge $95 diagnostic fee.
2026 Toyota Highlander
Used Three-Row Crossover Market Faces Volatility As Toyota's Sudden EV Transition Triggers Surging Resale Values For Final Gas Highlander Models
By Denis Flierl on
Toyota's shift to an all-electric 2027 Highlander is sending shockwaves through the used car market. Car buyers are scrambling to buy remaining internal combustion units, driving up secondary market prices for dependable gas and hybrid crossovers.
2026 Toyota Highlander
2026 Toyota Highlander Buyer Warns Dealership Strategy Forces Shoppers To Choose Between 2027 Electric Model Or More Expensive Grand Highlander
By Denis Flierl on
A 2026 Toyota Highlander buyer warns that dealership tactics are forcing shoppers to choose between a 2027 electric model or the more expensive Grand Highlander, exposing a major disconnect between local sales pitches and official Toyota strategy.
2025 Toyota Prius Prime
North Carolina Owner Saves $3,200 Annually - Why the 2025 Prius Prime Is a "Gas Hedge" as Prices Hit $5
By Denis Flierl on
A North Carolina owner saves $3,200 annually with the 2025 Prius Prime. We break down the practical action plan to turn this 44-mile EV range PHEV into a high-performance gas hedge as prices hit $5 per gallon in the current 2026 automotive market.
2025 Toyota Prius Prime
2025 Toyota Prius Prime Real-World Range: Why This PHEV Defies 20% Cold-Weather Battery Degradation
By Denis Flierl on
A 2025 Toyota Prius Prime owner in North Carolina reports 40+ miles of EV range despite cold cycles, dodging $5/gallon gas. With 30 years of mechanical expertise, we analyze why this PHEV battery defies typical winter degradation.
2024 Toyota Tundra
My Toyota Dealer Said TSB Tundra Fix Didn't Exist Until I Proved Them Wrong And Completely Transformed My Truck
By Tim Healey on
The owner of a Toyota Tundra pickup truck says that when he took his truck in for its 25,000-mile service, the dealership's service writer didn't know about a technical service bulletin (TSB). But the technicians did.
2026 Chevy Silverado
The 2026 Truck Owner’s Survival Guide: How to Navigate Brand Failures and Warranty Loopholes
By Denis Flierl on
Struggling with 2026 Silverado, Tundra, or F-150 reliability? This consumer action plan provides information for owners, featuring Colorado-specific maintenance tips and insights into warranty loopholes in the current truck reliability crisis.
2026 Chevy Silverado
Silverado 5.3L Lifter Failure Analysis: How DFM Cycle Stalling Causes Catastrophic Top-End Collapse at 70,000 Miles
By Denis Flierl on
Texas owner Jeff Sickle switches to a 2026 Silverado after a Tundra engine failure at 9k miles and F-150 transmission issues. Our technical analysis examines if the 5.3L L84 engine can avoid the lifter and 10-speed defects plaguing the segment.
2024 Honda Accord Hybrid.
Why Hybrid Cars Make More Sense Than Full EVs If You're Hesitating About Electric Cars
By Tim Healey on
If you're thinking about buying an electric vehicle, but uncertain about adjusting to the EV lifestyle, getting a hybrid could help you make the transition. That's regardless of whether the hybrid in question is a plug-in or not.
EV vs. Hybrid market share chart courtesy of Cox Automotive data
EVs Drop to 2021 Levels as Hybrid Sales Hit Hockey-Stick Surge
By John Goreham on
The American consumer has finally decided what type of green vehicle it wants, and hybrids are the winner.
2026 Toyota Camry
What Toyota and Other Transportation Companies Stand To Gain From Sean Duffy's Rad Trip Donations
By Tim Healey on
Toyota, Boeing, United Airlines, and Shell are among the companies that sponsored a road trip taken by U.S. Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy and his family - a road trip that has led to heavy backlash and criticism.
2026 Honda Prelude and the Toyota GR86 next to each other
2026 Honda Prelude vs Toyota GR86 Have So Much More In Common Than You’ll Admit
By Ean Goreham on
I own a Toyota GR86, but testing the 2026 Honda Prelude back-to-back changed my mind.
2024 Totota Tacoma
The $15,000 Trade-In Mistake: Why 2024 Tacoma Owners Are Risking It All To Go Back To Gen 3
By Denis Flierl on
Trading in a 2024 Tacoma early can be a financial disaster. This consumer advocacy report breaks down the real-world costs of returning to the 3rd Gen platform and provides an action plan to minimize your loss while securing a reliable V6 setup.
2024 Toyota Tacoma
2024 Tacoma Owner Trading In New TRD Off-Road By December: "I’m Going Back To The 3rd Gen and Mustang 5.0"
By Denis Flierl on
A 2024 Toyota Tacoma owner is ditching his TRD Off-Road by December, choosing to return to a 3rd Gen V6 and a 5.0 Mustang setup instead. Here’s the mechanical "why" behind this Houston owner's decision to walk away from the 4th Gen platform.
Toyota Highlander & Kia Sorento
Kia Sorento vs. Toyota Highlander: The Used SUV Strategy to Overcome $5,000 Repair Bills
By Denis Flierl on
Tired of the $5,000 "Toyota Tax"? This expert action plan reveals how the Kia Sorento surpassed the Highlander in TCO and provides the step-by-step "goodwill" negotiation guide to rectify your SUV's timing cover oil leak without going broke.
2019 Toyota Highlander Limited
Toyota Highlander Owner Challenged by $5,000 Timing Cover Oil Leak; Why 2 Used Kias Outperformed the SUV
By Denis Flierl on
A 2019 Toyota Highlander owner faces a $5,000 repair for a known timing cover oil leak and SOS console failure. Despite Toyota’s reliability reputation, this owner found his previous used Kia Sorentos surpassed the SUV in long-term durability.
2025 Toyota Tundra
Toyota Tundra 40,000-Mile Spark Plug Service: A Technical Action Plan for i-FORCE Owners
By Denis Flierl on
Stop the "Turbo Tax" from draining your wallet. Here is a technical 3-step action plan to navigate the 40,000-mile Tundra spark plug requirement, protect your i-FORCE warranty, and manage dealership service costs effectively.
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