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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.
A poll shows that most Toyota Highlander owners do not want an electric-only one.
Disbelief Is Main Reaction From Toyota Highlander Owners Following Announcement That Highlander Will Be Battery-Electric Starting with the 2027 Model Year - Many Owners Dismayed, Some Happy
By John Goreham on
We posted the news this morning that the 2027 Toyota Highlander will be battery-electric to the most popular Highlander group online. Reactions are trending negative, but some are thrilled.
Toyota's 2027 Highlander battery-electric vehicle is revealed in an image.
Toyota Teases Out New 2027 Highlander Image and Confirms That It’s All-Electric
By John Goreham on
The new Toyota Highlander will be all-electric, according to new information that Toyota released this morning.
Buying a 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser sight unseen
Buying A Used Toyota Land Cruiser 100 Series Sight Unseen: Pros And Cons
By Dimitar Angelov on
The high-mileage SUV was acquired by the TFL YouTube channel, and proves that some risks are worth taking.
2025 Toyota Tundra and Tacoma
Trading a 4th-Gen Tacoma for a 2025 Tundra Hybrid: Is the ‘Recall Discount’ Worth a $60,000 Risk?
By Denis Flierl on
Imagine scoring a flagship pickup for thousands under market value, only to realize it might have a ticking time bomb under the hood. Is this the ultimate savvy buy or a high-stakes gamble on a lemon? One owner reveals the truth behind the deal.
Maias' 2021 Toyota Highlander
“I’m Done With The ‘Pay-To-Play’ Era: My 2021 Toyota Highlander Key Fob Remote Start Is Useless Without A Monthly Bill - It’s Corporate Greed Disguised As Technology”
By Denis Flierl on
Your Toyota key fob hides a powerful secret, but there’s a cold reality waiting for Highlander owners in 2026. This owner found the hidden remote start sequence, only to realize his SUV is holding his comfort hostage behind a digital paywall.
Toyota bZ On An Oregon Back Country Road
The Toyota bZ Comeback: Why the Tortoise is Finally Outrunning the Electric Hares
By Rob Enderle on
Toyota’s once-criticized electric SUV, now simplified to the “bZ,” has staged a massive comeback. January 2026 data shows it outpacing rivals, signaling a consumer shift toward established reliability over flashy tech.
Conrad's 2024 Toyota Prius Prime XSE
“I’m a Retired Attorney and I’m Not Letting This Go”: Why the 2024 Toyota Prius’s 19-Inch Tires Are a $1,200 Reliability Nightmare
By Denis Flierl on
“I’m sitting in the shop again.” This Toyota Prius owner isn’t just mad, he’s building a case. Discover why the sleekest new hybrid on the road has a hidden defect that’s costing owners thousands in premature rubber swaps before their first oil change.
2026 Toyota Tundra and Chevy Silverado
“I Was a Die-Hard Chevy Silverado Guy Until I Swapped for a 2026 Tundra Platinum - Now I’m Panicked I Made a $70,000 Mistake”
By Denis Flierl on
Is the grass really greener, or just more expensive? One lifelong Chevy loyalist ditched his Silverado for a 2026 Toyota Tundra Platinum, but buyers' remorse is hitting hard. With $70K on the line, is the engine reliability hype a total nightmare?
2024 Toyota Tundra and oil change sticker
“They Want Your Engine to Fail”: A 2024 Tundra Owner Claims Dealers Are Quietly Reversing Toyota’s 10K Oil Policy - Here’s Why Master Techs Agree
By Denis Flierl on
A 2024 Tundra owner recently caught his dealer quietly reducing oil change intervals to 5K miles, contradicting Toyota’s 10K-mile manual. Is the 10K "marketing myth" finally dead? Master Techs say YES. Here’s why your V6 is at risk.
2025 Toyota Sienna damage - melted exterior plastic trim
Sienna Owner Gets Called Out After Blaming Toyota "Cheap" Build Quality for Damage
By Dimitar Angelov on
The damage on this 2025 Toyota Sienna seems to be caused by a very unlikely, but very real phenomenon, and fellow owners are worriled by the potential dangers.
Electric vehicle deliveries January 2026
Entering the Fifth Month Since Federal Subsidies Ended, EV Deliveries Are Dramatically Lower Than Prior Years, As Hybrids Continue To Surge - You’ll Never Guess Which Brand Bucked the Trend
By John Goreham on
Battery-electric vehicle shoppers remain scarce. Manufacturers are reporting sales increases overall, but EV sales are an anchor restraining stronger growth. Hybrids show the biggest growth. Here is what the data available says about EV market health head
2025 Toyota Sienna accident while attempting to merge onto a main road
Toyota Sienna Owner: "Tankful for 10 Airbags" and "We Had Zero Issues With The Middle Seats, Following a Serious Crash
By Dimitar Angelov on
The owner’s 16-year daughter was driving when the accident happened, but thank God, everyone walked away uninjured.
2026 Toyota bZ shown in white in an urban setting
Toyota Suddenly Has a Top-Selling Battery-Electric Vehicle In America In Its New bZ - “Don’t Call It a Comeback”
By John Goreham on
The January EV delivery data is limited, but what we do have shows Toyota kicking butt and taking names all of a sudden. Partly because EV deliveries in general are so terrible. Here is the weird news we didn’t see coming.
2022 Toyota Tacoma Double Cab V6 SR5
Toyota Dealer’s 60K Service "Must" Is Under Fire: 2022 Tacoma Owner Says, “I’ve Owned 5 Tacos and Never Changed Plugs at 60K - This Is Overkill”
By Denis Flierl on
Is your Toyota dealer upselling you, or has the Tacoma changed? One 5-time owner was shocked by a 60K spark plug demand: “I’ve never changed them before 100K -this is overkill!” Here’s the truth behind the 3.5L V6 mystery.
Toyota Sienna silver minivan parked in suburban with green lawn and trees
A 2025 Toyota Sienna Owner Says His Van Is “Made of Cheap Plastic” After Exterior Trim Began Melting in February Sun in Nebraska, And Claims Neither the Dealership Nor Toyota Corporate Would Help
By Noah Washington on
A 2025 Toyota Sienna owner says his brand-new van is "made of cheap plastic" after exterior trim began warping under the low-hanging Nebraska sun.
12,000 Miles In, My 2023 Toyota Tundra Got a Reduced Engine Power, Visit Dealer Message, Which Cost The Insurance $8,000 For a New Turbo
12,000 Miles In, My 2023 Toyota Tundra Got a "Reduced Engine Power, Visit Dealer" Message, Which Cost The Insurance $8,000 For a New Turbo
By Armen Hareyan on
An unexpected dashboard message at just 12,000 miles turned one 2023 Toyota Tundra into an eight thousand dollar turbo repair and what happened next may change how you think about modern truck reliability.
2026 Toyota RAV4
Toyota RAV4 Remained The Brand's Bestseller For 2025, But The Runner-ups May Surprise You
By Dimitar Angelov on
Minivans seem to be making a comeback, amidst the SUV and truck-dominated market, and here’s what we can expect in 2026.
Lexus JZ engine teardown - dark oil stains , sludge buildup
Toyota Master Technician Says "You Should Never Buy An Older Lexus", And That Cars Like BMW And Land Rover Are "Honest Cars"
By Dimitar Angelov on
A mechanic's word is often taken for granted, but this one could be a classic case of a gaslighting attempt.
2019 Ram Laramie
"Now I'm Not Sure”: Why I Bought My Daughter a 220,000-Mile Luxury Ram Instead of a Reliable Toyota or Honda”
By Denis Flierl on
Forget the "boring" sedan. This dad chose high-end leather and a smooth ride over traditional reliability, but at 220k miles, the gamble is real. Is a luxury truck worth the risk, or is he headed for a breakdown? See the plan to save it!
2025 Toyota Highlander Hybrid Platinum
“It’s Scary”: This 2025 Toyota Highlander Hybrid Owner Just Dropped $2,500 on a Platinum Warranty - Why I Agree
By Denis Flierl on
Even a Toyota isn’t safe from tech-overload. Why this 2025 Toyota Highlander Hybrid Platinum owner is dropping $2,500 on a warranty despite the brand’s “bulletproof” reputation. Is the new sensor-heavy luxury a ticking time bomb?
2026 Lifted Toyota Tundra
“I’m Glad I Ditched My Sequoia For The 2026 Tundra, But My Lift Kit Just Bricked The Safety Tech,” Says This Frustrated Toyota Owner
By Denis Flierl on
One 2026 Toyota Tundra owner’s 2,500-mile road trip turned into a midnight nightmare when the radar failed. “Love the massage seats,” he says, but is Toyota’s new tech too sensitive to modify? Here’s what Tundra owners need to know.
Silver 2025 Toyota Sienna minivan shown from a front three-quarter view, driving on a scenic mountain road with snow-capped peaks and turquoise water in the background.
A 2025 Toyota Sienna Owner Says a Dealership Is Refusing to Release His Vehicle Unless He Pays $3,000 He Doesn’t Owe. He Adds, “The Dealership Is Literally Holding My Van Hostage”
By Aram Krajekian on
A routine recall turned unsettling after months of delays as one Toyota Sienna owner says a dealership wouldn’t release the vehicle over a disputed rental charge, raising serious questions about where customer rights begin and end.
2024 Toyota Prius
“A Higher Viscosity May Be Better”: This 2024 Prius Owner Investigated Oil Specs, He Adds “Toyota’s ‘Extreme Load’ Warning Should Worry Every Owner”
By Denis Flierl on
A 2024 Toyota Prius owner thought 0W-16 was the law for his hybrid, but a hidden warning in the manual just changed everything. Toyota admits 'higher viscosity' is better for high speeds. Is fuel economy killing your engine? I’ll dig into the truth.
2020 Toyota Tacoma TRD Pro
“An $1,800 Light Bulb?” I See Why This Toyota Tacoma Owner Is ‘Stunned’ and Walks Away Saying, “I Think My Toyota Days Are Over”
By Denis Flierl on
One $20 Toyota Tacoma part just triggered a massive repair bill, and it’s killing brand loyalty. I’ve never seen a "bulletproof" reputation vanish so fast. This TRD Pro design flaw is a total nightmare for owners. What Tacoma owners need to know.
2008 Toyota Land Cruiser with 546k miles on the odometer, on the original engine and transmission
This 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser Has Well Over 500,000 Miles On The Odometer, And Despite a VSC Warning, The Owner Isn't Planning On Selling It Anytime Soon
By Dimitar Angelov on
This high-mileage SUV shows why Toyota is still a prime choice for long-term vehicles, but also displays a well-known issue on the dashboard.
Scott Duff's 2026 Toyota Tundra
“I Traded My Frontier for This?” 2026 Toyota Tundra Owner Slams ‘Ridiculously Small’ Stock Tires & Rims: He Adds, “They Look Like Cartoon Pizza Cutters”
By Denis Flierl on
He traded a Frontier for a 2026 Toyota Tundra, but the stock tires are a joke. One owner slams the "cartoon pizza cutter" wheels on his $60K+ rig. Is Toyota sacrificing truck "soul" for MPG? The "pavement princess" truth every buyer needs to hear.
2025 Toyota RAV4 Prime
"I Love My 2025 Toyota RAV4 Prime, But My Insurance Tripled": The ‘Outrageous’ Hidden Tax on Hybrids
By Denis Flierl on
From budget-friendly sedan to a massive monthly bill! Janet loved her 2025 Toyota RAV4 Prime, until the insurance bill arrived. Her premiums TRIPLED compared to her old Toyota Corolla. Is the Prime's tech worth the cost? What RAV4 owners need to know.
2026 Toyota GR86
Going Out With a Bang: Here's Why a Reputable Publication Awarded Toyota GR86 2026's Best Sports Car For The Money, Before Its Discontinuation
By Dimitar Angelov on
GR86 gets an esteemed award before its supposed departure, in 2027, when the next generation of the compact sports car is expected to arrive.
Digital instrument cluster display showing 150,026 miles with drive mode options visible, along with MPG and temperature gauges in a modern blue-lit interface.
A 2025 Toyota Crown Signia Owner Just Passed 150,000 Miles With His 15th Oil Change. He Adds, “I Should Hit a Million Miles in 7.5 Years”
By Aram Krajekian on
After 150,000 miles, this Toyota Crown Signia owner’s biggest complaints aren’t mechanical. With disciplined maintenance and constant highway use, he’s now aiming far beyond what most drivers ever expect from a modern hybrid.
2022 Toyota Tacoma
“I Took My 2022 Toyota Tacoma In For Service, But Even the Dealer Won't Carry the Outrageous Transfer Case Oil: No One Buys It Due to the Ridiculous Price”
By Denis Flierl on
When a major Toyota dealer stops stocking their own gear oil because it's "too expensive," you know there's a problem. Is the $80+ price tag worth it, or is Royal Purple a safe bet? See why Tacoma owners are ditching the dealership for the DIY aisle.
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