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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.
Conrad's 2026 Toyota Prius LTD
“I Love Everything About My 2026 Toyota Prius LTD, But Toyota’s Decision to Kill the Rear Wiper is a Major Safety Oversight I Can’t Ignore”
By Denis Flierl on
Love the new Prius but hate the lack of a rear wiper? Conrad Del Rosario reveals why the 2026 Prius LTD is a game-changer despite the visibility issues. Is the digital rearview mirror the ultimate fix? Find out why he says the upgrade is a must-have!
Scott Duff's 2024 Toyota Tundra
"It’s My Turn To Be Dead On The Road” - Why This 2024 Tundra Owner’s Engine Failure Proves Toyota’s Short Block Fix Isn't Enough
By Denis Flierl on
This 2024 Toyota Tundra owner is stranded, and I’m sounding the alarm. Why settle for a short block when your engine fails? I’m diving into why Toyota’s “fix” isn't enough for a $70k truck. What Tundra owners need to know.
Jerry's Toyota Tacoma with severe front-end collision damage, showing a damaged grille, bumper, and hood from a front three-quarter view.
I Buy Toyotas Because My Tacoma Went Nearly Head-On at 55 MPH and I Only Had a Scratch on My Leg, Even Without Wearing a Seatbelt
By Aram Krajekian on
A terrifying 55 mph crash left one Toyota Tacoma owner walking away with little more than a scratch, and his story highlights why real world safety experiences often matter more than smaller complaints.
2026 Toyota Sienna
Owner: My 2026 Sienna XLE Has Condensation On The Back Of The Oil Cap After 900 Miles, Dealer Looks At It, Says It's Normal
By Dimitar Angelov on
The sight of a milky residue on the oil cap is understandably worrying, but in this case, it seems to be driver error.
2026 Toyota Land Cruiser heritage blue driving on dirt trail through rocky mountain terrain
A New 2026 Toyota Land Cruiser Owner Says 500 Miles In, the “4x4” Isn’t Living Up to Expectations, “I Expected Better Performance,” He Says After Snow and Salt Trigger Constant ABS, While Complaining of Engine “Hiccups,” and "Loud Road Debris Noise"
By Noah Washington on
A 2026 Land Cruiser owner is warning the community after his $60,000 SUV developed engine "hiccups" and a "blurry" driver's side mirror within just 500 miles.
2024 Toyota Tundra 1794 Edition in smoked mesquite driving on highway with cloudy sky
A 2024 Toyota Tundra Owner Says His Truck Broke Down at 21,500 Miles, Spent 21 Weeks in Service, and Needed Two Engine Rebuilds While Toyota Refused to Approve a Full Engine Swap, “I Absolutely Love My Truck, But This Has Taken a Toll,” He Says
By Noah Washington on
After just 21,500 miles, one owner’s 2024 Tundra has effectively been retired to the dealership, spending nearly 20% of its life in the shop.
2016-Toyota-Highlander Limited
“I’m Done Chasing New Car Tech: My 2016 Toyota Highlander is ‘Perfectly Broken,’ and Buying a $52,000 Replacement is a Math Mistake I Won’t Make”
By Denis Flierl on
Why pay $10,000 a year for a new SUV when your current ride costs a fraction of that? Wayne Holmes breaks down the "new car trap" and why his 2016 Toyota Highlander is the ultimate financial win. Is it time to stop complaining and start calculating?
Close-up view of hands performing mechanical work on an engine, showing various hoses, connectors and engine components in a dark engine bay.
A 2019 Toyota Tacoma Owner Says a $1,200 Transmission Leak Repair Failure Led to a Seized Transmission Just Five Minutes After Leaving the Dealer, Adds, “I’ve Never Had a Dealer Make This Big of a Mistake”
By Aram Krajekian on
A dealership visit meant to stop a Tacoma’s transmission leak turned into a worst-case scenario when a small detail was missed, forcing one owner to confront what “making it right” really means when the fix becomes far bigger than the problem.
2025 Toyota 4Runner at the dealer
“I’m Stunned: My 2025 Toyota 4Runner 5K Service Turned Nightmare Reveals Damage the Dealer Tried to Hide”
By Denis Flierl on
"Smoke rolling out from the hood”: that’s how a simple 5K service ended for one 2025 Toyota 4Runner owner. The tech made a big mistake, and now the dealer is covering their behind and hiding the truth. Is your engine safe?
2026 Toyota Corolla Hybrid gets AWD
Why Toyota Hybrids Still Rule And Will Probably Continue To Do So
By Dimitar Angelov on
I look into why Toyota's hybrids, particularly its most basic ones, are a brilliant piece of engineering, and the main reason for the brand's huge success in the BEV segment.
Blue Toyota Prius hybrid sedan driving on scenic road with trees
A Third-Time Toyota Prius Owner Says the 2026 Plug-In Hybrid Delivers 90–120 MPG, But “I Do Not Like the Styling,” the Difficult Entry, Intrusive Safety Alerts, Buried Controls, Limited Cargo Space, or Being Told to “Keep Your Eyes on the Road”
By Noah Washington on
"I do not like being told to keep my eyes on the road," says one 2026 Prius Prime owner after discovering that his car’s safety tech feels more like a lecture than a luxury.
2026 Toyota Tundra
“I’m Terrified of That Tundra V6”: Why a Former 245,000-Mile Toyota Tundra Owner Says His 2021 Ram Reliability Has Him “Heading Back to Toyota”
By Denis Flierl on
From bulletproof V8s to Ram regrets and the new V6 recall chaos, one owner is at a crossroads. Can a replaced twin-turbo V6 ever match the legendary 245k-mile reliability of the old 5.7L? We dive into the "replacement motor" debate. What would you pick?
2021 Toyota RAV4 & 2025 RAV4 Hybrid
“I’m Unimpressed and Done: I Swapped My 2021 Toyota RAV4 for a 2025 Hybrid Loaner and It’s a Massive Step Backward”
By Denis Flierl on
A 2021 Toyota RAV4 owner had a 2025 RAV4 Hybrid loaner while their 2021 was in the shop, and the results were shocking. "Toyota needs to bring back the quality," they warned. Has the RAV4 peaked? See why the latest model failed to impress.
Nissan Z NISMO vs Toyota GR Supra Final Edition
The JDM Sports Car Dilemma: Nissan Z NISMO Vs Toyota GR Supra Final Edition
By Dimitar Angelov on
The two special-edition models from Nissan and Toyota are more closely matched than some would like to admit, but there can only be one.
2026 Toyota 4Runner TRD Off-road
Toyota Owners Have Spoken: The Fifth-Generation 4Runner Is A Much Better SUV Than The Sixth Gen
By Dimitar Angelov on
While some owners enjoy their sixth-generation 4Runner, many agree that it doesn't live up to the glory of the old model, and are conerned about long-term reliability.
2024 Toyota Tundra
Toyota Master Tech Says, “I’ve Been Seeing a Lot of Tundra Radiator Failures Due To Fan Shroud Rubbing, All Just Out Of Warranty” - Here’s the Cheap Fix
By Denis Flierl on
Is your Tundra a ticking time bomb? A Toyota Master Tech warns of a common radiator failure hitting trucks just out of warranty. A simple "shroud rub" could cost you thousands, but there’s a cheap DIY fix. Don't get stranded; see the expert's hack!
2024 Toyota Prius
“Toyota Got Me”: 2024 Prius Owner Joins The ‘Dead 12V Club’ At 900 Miles; “Now I’m Forced To Carry A Jump Box Just To Be Safe”
By Denis Flierl on
900 miles and already stranded? Shannon is the newest member of the "Dead 12V Club." Even a 2024 Prius isn't immune to battery blues, leaving owners carrying jump boxes "just in case." Is the redesign worth the risk? What Prius owners need to know.
A Tesla Model Y with a paint defect is shown
Owner Laments “I'm Happy Overall With My 2026 Tesla Model Y Juniper, but a $60K+ Car’s Paint Quality Should Be Better Like a Toyota or Lexus. Are the Robots Not Checking?”
By John Goreham on
Let’s break down how Tesla owners view the issue of paint quality control, and see if this owner is alone in thinking that a car costing over $60,000 deserved proper paint.
2024 Toyota Tacoma
"I Thought Toyota Was Bulletproof, But My 2024 Tacoma Transmission Just ‘Took a Dump’ at 10k Miles and I’m Losing Faith"
By Denis Flierl on
A 2024 Toyota Tacoma owner describes a terrifying freeway fail: pedal to the floor, 4K RPMs, but zero acceleration. Is the new gen facing a major reliability hurdle? Here is what happened, and what 4th Gen Tacoma owners need to know.
Blake Newton's 2019 Toyota Highlander
“I Just Bought This 2019 Toyota Highlander 60K Miles, I’m Super Happy With the Car, But the Dealer Pushed Me Into A 4-Yr $2,700 Warranty, Now I’m Not So Happy About It”
By Denis Flierl on
A great car shouldn't come with a side of buyer's remorse. Blake scored a 2019 Toyota Highlander SE Midnight with only 60K miles, but the dealership’s "must-have" $2,700 warranty is haunting him. Was it a smart safety net or a pricey trap? Let's dive in.
White 2026 Toyota Bz XLE AWD
$11,500 in Incentives Lets Former Corolla Owner Lease a New Toyota bZ XLE AWD for $400 Per Month All In, Owner Says, “I’m Loving the Massive Updates”
By Chris Johnston on
We look at how Toyota’s generous new 2026 incentives enabled a new buyer to save over $11,000 on a Toyota bZ by stacking lease cash, rebates, and bonuses.
A Toyota RAV4 Plug-In is shown on display in a dealer showroom
The Reliability of Plug-In Hybrid-Electric Vehicles (PHEVs) Just Got Much Better - Here’s How
By John Goreham on
Imagine if all of the lowest-rated vehicles in a category were suddenly cancelled. Well, that just happened with PHEVs.
2020 Ford F-250, 2026 Toyota Tundra
“I Had Zero Issues With My Ford,” Says an F-250 Owner, But Switches to a 2026 Toyota Tundra and Immediately Regrets One Thing
By Denis Flierl on
From heavy-duty hauling to high-tech hybrid? Kelsey traded her Ford F-250 for a 2026 Toyota Tundra, and the results are surprising. Is the "legendary" reliability worth losing that diesel power and storage? Here are 14 things you need to know first.
A 2025 Toyota RAV4 in blue metallic paint photographed from the front three-quarter view, emphasizing its athletic stance and contemporary design.
After Putting Down a $500 Deposit, a 2025 Toyota RAV4 Hybrid Buyer Says a San Diego Dealer Sold His Car the Same Day, “Everything Just Happened So Fast,” Management Told Him, Then Went Silent for Over a Week
By Noah Washington on
A 2025 RAV4 Hybrid shopper is warning others after a San Diego dealer allegedly sold their reserved car while they were still on the way to the lot.
2025 Toyota GR86 Hakone Edition
Should The 2027 Toyota GR86 Be Over 300 Horsepower?
By Dimitar Angelov on
All reports point towards the brand’s compact sports coupe gaining even more power, but will it truly be an entry-level model then?
Thermal camera image of a Toyota Tundra heated steering wheel showing uneven heat distribution, with hotter upper sections and cooler temperatures on the inner lower portion of the wheel.
A Toyota Tundra Owner Says a Thermal Camera Shows His Heated Steering Wheel Hits 114°F at the Top but Drops to 35°F on The Inner Underside, He Adds, “My Fingertips Freeze While the Palm of My Hand Cooks” After Seeing 100°F+ Hot Spots
By Noah Washington on
A 2024 Tundra owner’s thermal imaging revealed a staggering temperature disparity, with the top of the steering wheel hitting a toasty 114°F while the inner underside sat at a bone-chilling 35°F.
2026 Toyota Sienna XSE
Is Toyota Cheaping Out On The 2026 Sienna? Some Owners Seems To Think So, But The Issue Might Be In The Dealer
By Dimitar Angelov on
Toyota says the feature should be standard, but this owner does not have it on his 2026 Sienna XSE, raising a lot of questions.
2017 Nissan Titan
2017 Nissan Titan Owner Says He’s Upgrading - “I Drove a GMC Sierra AT4 and Wasn’t Impressed, Toyota’s Tundra Engine Scares Me, So Now It’s the Ram Hemi Vs Hurricane”
By Denis Flierl on
One Titan owner’s hunt for a new rig is turning into a total brand showdown! From GMC letdowns to Toyota engine fears, Brian’s down to the ultimate Mopar face-off: Hemi vs. Hurricane. Which powerhouse wins the crown? Dive into the truck debate now!
2026 RAV4 Hybrid
“I Was Going To Trade My 2013 Honda Pilot With 253K Miles For a 2026 Toyota RAV4, But I Think I’ll Give Them Time To Get the Bugs Worked Out, and Hit the Resale Market”
By Denis Flierl on
A 2013 Honda Pilot owner has 253k miles, and was ready to swap it for a 2026 Toyota RAV4. But is the first year of a redesign worth the risk? He’s choosing reliability over novelty. Is waiting for the bugs to clear the best move right now?
2026 Toyota Tacoma
"I Discovered Why the 2026 Toyota Tacoma ‘Build & Price’ Is a Lie” - How Middlemen Are Geo-Blocking Your Favorite Trims
By Denis Flierl on
Ever build a 2026 Tacoma online only for the dealer to say it "doesn't exist"? I dug into the data and found the truth. You’re being geo-blocked. Middlemen are gatekeeping the best trims from your state. Here is the hidden map they don't want you to see.
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