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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.
Toyota is relocating the Tacoma truck production to San Antonio TX with 5 specific targets to achieve
Toyota Declines Details, But The $3.6B Tacoma Production Relocation Is Expected To Achieve 5 Specific Targets
By Armen Hareyan on
You probably know that Toyota just committed $3.6 billion to move Tacoma production out of Mexico and into Texas, but the numbers behind the expansion reveal exactly what Toyota expects from the truck market through 2030.
2026 Toyota Tacoma
A Die-Hard Jeep Owner Ditched His Wrangler For A 2026 Toyota Tacoma TRD Pro, Trading Iconic Culture For Superior Build Quality
By Denis Flierl on
A die-hard Jeep Wrangler fan trades his rig for a 2026 Toyota Tacoma TRD Pro, abandoning the "Jeep Wave" community in favor of superior midsize-truck reliability. I analyze why manufacturing shifts are driving off-road enthusiasts away from Stellantis.
2024 Toyota Tundra, 2026 Ford F-150 Tremor
2024 Toyota Tundra Owner Dumps A 2 Year-Old Truck For a 2026 Ford F-150 Tremor: Main Bearing Recalls and Interior Degradation Destroyed Brand Loyalty
By Denis Flierl on
A 2024 Toyota Tundra owner is trading his truck for a 2026 Ford F-150 Tremor 3.5L, citing Toyota's relentless engine recalls and fading interior quality. Here is why the legendary 20-year reliability promise is driving truck buyers to Dearborn.
A 2026 Chevy Bolt sits on a dealer lot.
US Buyers Ignore Affordable EVs- Another Is Dropped
By John Goreham on
Americans don't really want low-cost EVs, despite the noise from the vocal minority.
2024 Toyota Tundra
2024 Toyota Tundra Owner Asks If He’s 'Out of the Weeds' on Annoying Interior Build Quality and Engine Issues
By Denis Flierl on
A 2024 Toyota Tundra Platinum owner wants to know whether later builds avoided the early V6 engine recalls frustrating interior defects. I look at the technical truth behind ongoing window-track noise, broken volume knobs, and current assembly-line fixes.
2025 Toyota Tacoma SR5 4x4
2025 Toyota Tacoma SR5 Powertrain Shutdown At 5K Miles Leaves Die-Hard Owner “Not A Fan”
By Denis Flierl on
A 2025 Toyota Tacoma SR5 owner reports a dangerous powertrain shutdown and unresponsive throttle at 5,434 miles. Following a total ECM main board failure, the recurring limp-mode issues have left this lifelong brand enthusiast "not a fan."
2027 Toyota Highlander EV, 2022 Toyota Highlander
Toyota Claims the 2027 Electric Highlander Solves the Three-Row EV Market, But Longtime Owners Warn the 320-Mile SUV Has Evolved Into a Dead End
By Denis Flierl on
Toyota's 2027 all-electric Highlander pivot faces severe backlash from loyal owners who warn the 320-mile SUV has lost its identity. Here is why the brand's shift to a pure BEV platform is driving a wedge into the three-row family market.
Black Toyota Tacoma shown in side profile parked in a residential parking lot.
A 6-Month-Old Toyota Tacoma Has One Door That Won’t Open From Inside, and Another Handle Is Starting to Fail
By Noah Washington on
The rear passenger door will not open from the inside. The front passenger handle now clicks and fails to retract. The dealer says the part backlog is large, and the owner does not want his modified truck sitting at the store indefinitely.
Mazda CX-50 Hybrid & Toyota RAV4 Hybrid
A Buyer Still Chose A Toyota RAV4 Hybrid Despite the Mazda CX-50 Hybrid Using the Same Powertrain For Less Money -Cites He “Got a Better Deal”
By Denis Flierl on
A hybrid buyer explains why he ultimately chose a Toyota RAV4 Hybrid over the Mazda CX-50 Hybrid, despite the Mazda offering premium styling and the same 5th-gen Toyota drivetrain for thousands less, until a surprising dealer discount changed everything.
Red Toyota Tundra towing a Coachmen Apex camper trailer in a full side view on a residential street.
A 2025 Toyota Tundra Platinum Hybrid With a Factory 3-Inch Lift Pulled a 4,700-lb Coachmen Apex Nano
By Noah Washington on
The owner paired a 2025 Tundra Platinum TRD Off-Road i-FORCE MAX with a 2026 Coachmen Apex Nano 186BH. The trailer’s 4,700-pound GVWR and 22-foot-11 length kept the setup inside the truck’s comfort zone.
2024 Toyota Tundra Platinum
2024 Toyota Tundra Owner Says, “UNBELIEVABLE!” Facing A Seized Twin-Turbo V6, Left Paying Out Of Pocket To Get Home
By Denis Flierl on
A 2024 Toyota Tundra Platinum owner is living a travel nightmare after his twin-turbo V6 engine completely seized 750 miles from home. Left without a rental car or corporate support, he's stuck paying out-of-pocket for an unexpected engine swap.
2024 Toyota Highlander
Toyota Dealer Service Error: Technician Accidentally Pulls Highlander Axle During Routine Oil Change, Owner Now Faces Transmission Seal Concerns
By Denis Flierl on
A routine oil change at a Houston Toyota dealer took a chaotic turn when a technician mistakenly pulled a Highlander's axle. I break down the immediate risks to the transmission fluid levels, axle splines, and critical transaxle seals.
Joby Aviation and Toyota Motor Corporation yesterday announced the initial phase of their strategic manufacturing alliance by establishing the Joint Venture to realize air mobility.
Why Toyota's 51% Stake In Joby Looks Exactly Like Its Old Prius Playbook
By Armen Hareyan on
The strategy feels familiar. Just as Toyota helped industrialize hybrid technology with the Prius, the company now appears to be positioning itself to industrialize electric air taxis through manufacturing expertise rather than aircraft design.
2024 Toyota tacoma & 2026 Toyota Tundra
The Real Reason a Texas Owner Dumped a 2024 Tacoma After 47,000 Miles for a 2026 Toyota Tundra Platinum
By Denis Flierl on
A Texas owner traded his 2024 Toyota Tacoma SR5 with 47K miles for a 2026 Tundra Platinum. Here is why extreme high-mileage drivers are shifting to full-size platforms to preserve long-term powertrain durability and resale value. Will the strategy work?
Toyota RAV4 Hybrid parked outside a Toyota dealership with an upward sales chart graphic in the background.
The Toyota RAV4 Hybrid Is Supposed To Be The Easy Answer, Dealers Are Making It Complicated
By Noah Washington on
Buying a Toyota RAV4 Hybrid should be simple, but it’s not. Confusing dealer answers, long waitlists, and “available” cars that aren’t really available are turning an easy choice into a frustrating hunt for buyers.
Black Toyota Tundra towing a Forest River NOBO travel trailer on a residential street while a person checks the hitch area.
A 2018 Toyota Tundra Owner Says a 7,020-Pound NOBO Trailer Felt Unsafe Above 45 MPH, and the CAT Scale Shows Why
By Noah Washington on
The trailer looked legal by tow rating, but the scale tickets point toward a loaded truck near or over GVWR, a 29-foot high-profile camper, and a weight-distribution setup that needs a full reset before the next trip.
The 2026 Toyota Prius Continues To Prove That Green Doesn’t Have To Punish
The 2026 Toyota Prius Continues To Prove That Green Doesn’t Have To Punish
By Tim Healey on
It’s not quite an anti-Prius - fuel-economy still rules the roost - but the current Prius no longer asks too much of its driver in order to get a high MPG number.
Gas prices drop ahead of July 4th holiday
Gas and Oil Prices Head Into July 4th Weekend Well Below Historic Peaks
By John Goreham on
Gas prices have fallen for five straight weeks, leaving prices well below past record highs as drivers head into the July 4th holiday weekend. Torque News expects the national average to settle near $3.75 by the holiday.
2024 Toyota Tundra
Toyota Dealer Leaves 2024 Tundra Oil Cap Off For 1,500 Miles in Texas Dust Storm: Now, There Are Severe Mechanical Risks Of Contamination
By Denis Flierl on
A Toyota dealer left a 2024 Tundra oil cap off during a 1,500-mile Texas dust storm. Here is the technical breakdown of how severe silica contamination impacts the twin-turbo V6 engine and why a simple dealer oil flush will not prevent bearing wear.
2022 Toyota Highlander
The 10-Second Highlander Hybrid Step to Prevent Toyota Software Updates From Deep-Discharging Your Auxiliary Battery
By Denis Flierl on
A routine Toyota Highlander Hybrid software update can instantly deep-discharge your 12V auxiliary battery and ruin it. This quick 10-second defensive step at the dealer service desk protects your hybrid's electronics from costly bricked-module backlogs.
Red Toyota Tacoma towing a Wolf Pup travel trailer on a wooded driveway near a campsite.
A 4th-Gen Tacoma Owner Bought His First Camper, And The Squat Asked The Right Question
By Noah Washington on
A new Tacoma owner says his camper is 3,900 pounds dry and about 4,900 pounds GVWR. The truck is within tow rating, yet the rear squat has him shopping for weight-distribution hitches, airbags, and Sumo springs.
2023 Toyota Highlander
Toyota 12.3-Inch Instrument Cluster Software Updates are Bricking 2023 Highlander Batteries and Causing 6-Week Dealer Backlogs
By Denis Flierl on
A 2023 Toyota Highlander update turned into a 42-day nightmare after a flawed 12.3-inch digital dash software download bricked the SUV's electronics. Forensic dashcam footage revealed the dealership quietly replaced a dead 12V auxiliary battery.
2026 Toyota RAV4 Hybrid
The 2026 Toyota RAV4 Hybrid Will Hit 250,000 Miles But Expect A $6,000 Out-Of-Warranty Component Failure First
By Denis Flierl on
A 2026 Toyota RAV4 Hybrid can survive 250,000 miles, but high-mileage owners driving 50,000 miles a year will exhaust their factory hybrid warranty in 3 years. Here is the real cost of high-voltage cable corrosion and battery replacement out-of-pocket.
2023 Toyota Tundra
Why Buying A Used 2023 Toyota Tundra For $44K Without An Engine Recall History Is A Catastrophic Risk
By Denis Flierl on
Buying a used 2023 Toyota Tundra for $44,000 with an un-remedied V35A engine recall is a major risk. As Toyota updates its #1 main bearing diagnostic protocols, out-of-warranty private buyers face severe repair backlogs compared to classic V8 reliability.
Gray Toyota Tundra towing a large equipment trailer with a black skid steer loaded on it.
A Toyota Tundra Owner Pulled Nearly 20,000 Pounds 11 Miles, And The Brakes Told The Truth
By Noah Washington on
The Tundra moved a 22-foot equipment trailer, a 10,000-pound skid steer, and several thousand pounds of attachments. The owner knew it was too much truck work for a half-ton, kept it slow, and had a dually coming the next day.
2026 Toyota Tacoma SR5 4WD
Toyota Dealer Demands $3,600 Leveling Kit Purchase To Maintain 2026 Tacoma Lifetime Warranty, Sparking Owner DIY Suspension Disputes
By Denis Flierl on
A Virginia 2026 Toyota Tacoma SR5 owner faces a $3,600 dealership demand for a TRD-approved leveling kit to keep his lifetime warranty intact. Here is how DIY 3-inch suspension modifications legally impact factory drivetrain and chassis coverage.
2025 Tacoma SR5 4x4
Trading A 2012 Toyota Tacoma For A 2025 Turbo To Tow 5,500 Lbs Left This Owner Regretting The Loss Of V6 Simplicity
By Denis Flierl on
A 2012 Toyota Tacoma owner upgraded to a 2025 Tacoma SR5 4x4 to tow a 5,500-lb Winnebago RV. While the 2.4L turbo 8-speed automatic handles the max towing capacity load easily, the owner admits missing the simple layout of his older V6 gen-2 pickup.
2024 Toyota Tundra
Toyota’s Tundra V6 Recall Software Fix Is Costing Owners Thousands In Resale Value
By Denis Flierl on
Toyota's new V6 engine software test is causing a major resale problem for used Tundra owners. A simple dealership acoustic check instead of a physical engine replacement is hurting trade-in values and creating a massive split in the truck market.
Red 2025 Toyota Tundra towing a fishing boat on a winding road, demonstrating the truck's towing capability.
A Toyota Tundra Owner Faces a $1,000 Repair Bill After Water Entered Wiring Beneath the Cup Holder
By Aram Krajekian on
A cup holder is supposed to be the safest place for a spill, but one Toyota Tundra owner says it led to an unexpected repair instead.
The 2026 Toyota Camry Injects Fun Into The Family-Sedan Formula
Toyota Gave The 2026 Camry 232 Horsepower, And Shows Why A 51-MPG Family Sedan Doesn't Have To Feel Like An Economy Car
By Tim Healey on
Toyota is changing expectations about efficiency. The latest 2026 Camry adds performance with 232 HP and capability without abandoning the practicality that helped make it one of America's best-selling sedans.
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