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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.
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.
A head-on shot of a light blue 2025 Toyota Tundra TRD Pro with its distinctive LED light bar turned on, parked in a muddy, off-road environment.
A Toyota Tundra Shopper Says He Test Drove a 2024 Model One Day, Pulled Financing the Next – He Adds, “Then the Dealer Texted Me That Someone Else Drove It and the Engine Blew Up at 54,000 Miles”
By Noah Washington on
Think a new-generation Toyota is a safe bet? One buyer discovered the hard way that 54,000 miles is the "danger zone" for the 2024 Tundra’s twin-turbo V6.
So I Again Had a Flat Tire While Test-Driving The 2025 Toyota 4Runner Hybrid Trailhunter
So I Again Had a Flat Tire While Test-Driving the 2025 Toyota 4Runner Hybrid Trailhunter, But It Also Showed Me Why This SUV Is Built for Real Life
By Armen Hareyan on
What started as an unexpected flat tire during my week with the 2025 Toyota 4Runner Hybrid Trailhunter turned into a real-world moment that revealed how this SUV handles problems, pressure, and everyday ownership in a way many rivals simply may not.
2025 Toyota Prius
“My 2025 Toyota Prius Has Had 6 Tire Punctures in 17K Miles, Replaced the Toyos With Goodyear, But My Mileage Took a Hit, But It’s Worth the Peace Of Mind”
By Denis Flierl on
Could your sleek new hybrid be hiding a costly secret beneath its fenders? One owner’s nightmare of six punctures in 17,000 miles reveals the shocking trade-off between the 2025 Toyota Prius’s stunning looks and its real-world durability.
2025 Toyota Tundra
2025 Toyota Tundra Owner Has 35-In Nittos… Zero Rub, and Loves the Truck, He Adds, “If It Wasn’t For These Metal Shavings Shredding My Main Bearing, I Would Drive This Truck For Years!”
By Denis Flierl on
35-inch Nittos, zero rub, and pure truck envy, until the engine tells a different story. This 2025 Tundra owner thought he had the perfect build, but metal shavings in the main bearing just changed everything. Is the Tundra dream dead or just delayed?
Toyota Camry XSE
These Are The 5 Carmakers With The Most Recalls In 2025
By Dimitar Angelov on
Even carmakers that are typically known for reliability are ranking high on this list
A silver 2023 Toyota Prius parked on a pier with sailboats and a sunset in the background.
A Toyota Prius LE Owner Says He Suffered a Head Injury After the Liftgate Strut Mount Failed and the Hatch Crashed Down – He Adds, “Now Toyota Wants $3,000 To Replace It, and I’m Fighting for a Free Aluminum Hatch”
By Noah Washington on
A 2023 Toyota Prius LE owner says he suffered a head injury after his liftgate strut mount "ripped free" and the hatch collapsed without warning.
2026 Honda CR-V and Toyota Camry
Toyota Camry Owner Says, “I Left It For a 2026 Honda CR-V, It Drives Like A Dream, and Because Of My Financial Discipline, I Did It All Without a Co-Signer”
By Denis Flierl on
From Camry to a 2026 CR-V, all on her own! Madison traded her Camry for a dream CR-V, using pure financial discipline. No co-signer, just hard work and savvy negotiating. See how she secured a deal nobody could refuse, and what car buyers need to know.
2026 Toyota GR86 Yuzu Edition is a great deal among Japanese sports car competitors
At $42,844 All in, is This Toyota GR86 Yuzu Edition A Bargain Or a Potential Buyer's Remorse?
By Dimitar Angelov on
The Yazoo Edition comes with a lot of goodies that make the Toyota GR86 even better, but whether this can justify the price is another question.
2025 Toyota GR Corolla catches fire after just 2,303 miles
2025 Toyota GR Corolla Owner Says: "As I was Driving to Work, the Oil Pressure Light Comes on. I Pulled Over, The Car Was On Fire". Thankfully, Only The Car Suffered Damage
By Dimitar Angelov on
The serious issue occurred after just 2,303 miles on the odometer.
2019 Toyota Tacoma, Ford F-150 Raptor
2019 Toyota Tacoma Owner Says, “Goodbye Tacoma With 123K Miles, Hello Ford F-150 Raptor” - He Adds, “Good Memories, But I Had To Go Bigger & Better”
By Denis Flierl on
From 123,000 miles of memories to a massive power play! Why would a loyal 2019 Toyota Tacoma owner ditch his reliable rig after six years? Meet the driver who finally outgrew his "Taco" and traded up for the beastly 2024 Ford F-150 Raptor.
2025 Toyota Land Cruiser 250 Series in blue parked on rocky desert terrain, front three-quarter view highlighting off-road design.
A Toyota Land Cruiser 250 Series Says a Factory Alignment Error Destroyed His Tires in Just 30,000 Miles, “It Was Pigeon-Toed From Day One”, and Claims Toyota Only Spot-Checks 1 Out of 100 Vehicles Off the Assembly Line
By Noah Washington on
One Land Cruiser 250 owner’s 30,000-mile update has turned into a warning after excessive toe-in "scrubbed" his factory tires down to the cords.
2022 Honda CR-V, Toyota Venza, Hyundai Palisade
Hyundai Palisade Owner Is Trapped: She Says “We're $7K Upside Down on This Unreliable Palisade, So, Looking At A Honda CR-V or Toyota Venza, Leaning Toward a 2022 CR-V, But at 61K Miles It’s Out of Warranty”
By Denis Flierl on
Stuck in a $7K debt trap with an unreliable Hyundai Palisade. One owner is ready to jump ship for a Honda CR-V or Toyota Venza, but is a high-mileage 2022 CR-V a genius move or a second warranty nightmare? Here is the breakdown of the best escape!
Front three-quarter view of a silver Toyota Tacoma off-road truck parked on a mountain overlook with rugged terrain behind it.
A Former Land Rover Owner Says Trading for a 2025 Toyota Tacoma SR5 Triggered Buyer's Remorse, Calling It "A Lot Less Efficient, Comfortable & Effective Than I Ever Imagined" When Hauling Gear, Passengers, and Driving in Snow
By Noah Washington on
Switching from a Land Rover Discovery to a 2025 Tacoma SR5 left one owner feeling "squirrelly" on snow-packed roads and cramped for space.
2026 Toyota Tundra 1794
A Loyal Texas Truck Owner Says a $95,000 Tundra Should Be Illegal Because The Brand He Loves Has Finally Turned Its Back on The Working Man
By Denis Flierl on
When even truck country says "enough," you know the market’s gone wild. Watch a buyer's disbelief as he spots a $95K Tundra 1794. Is a 1/2 ton ever worth six figures, or should this price tag be illegal?
2026 Toyota 4Runner group
Why Are People Trading In Their Toyota 4Runner So Soon?
By Dimitar Angelov on
The sixth-generation Toyota 4Runner has pretty big shoes to fill, but it seems it isn't performing as well as it should, and people have a lot of problems with it.
2025 RAV4 XLE Premium
2025 Toyota RAV4 Owner Says His Car 3K In, Puffs White Smoke After It’s Been Sitting For a Few Days, He Adds, “This Can’t Be Normal For a Car This New - It’s Alarming”
By Denis Flierl on
A 2025 Toyota RAV4 owner is sounding the alarm after his new SUV, with only 3K miles, started blowing white smoke after sitting for a few days. Is it a minor glitch or a major engine red flag? Here is what's happening and what RAV4 owners need to know.
2024 Toyota Prius
2024 Toyota Prius Owner Switched the 19-In OEM Rims For Smaller 16-In Wheels and Winter Tires, She Adds, “50 Miles and I Already Feel a Huge Difference, and They Fit Perfectly”
By Denis Flierl on
Think the 2024 Prius is perfect as-is? Think again. One owner ditched her 19-inch OEM rims for 16-inch wheels, and the results are stunning. Better ride, perfect fit, and a massive difference in just 50 miles. Is downsizing the ultimate Prius hack?
Michelin Pilot Sport All-Season 4 Tires shown in a wintery scene on a Toyota GR86
Michelin Pilot Sport All-Season 4 Tires Enable Safe Winter Driving On Snow and Ice, Even On Our Rear-Wheel Drive 2025 Toyota GR86 Sports Car
By John Goreham on
We update our long-term test of the Michelin Pilot Sport All-Season 4 Tires and report how they handle light snow and icy conditions even on rear-wheel drive 2025 Toyota GR86 sports car.
2021 Toyota Tacoma
The Blown-Engine Tacoma Journey - He Bought His 2021 Toyota Tacoma New, and 63K In, the Engine Blew, He Adds, “3K Over Warranty, $14K For a New Engine, and Toyota Will Only Cover Half”
By Denis Flierl on
After his 2021 Tacoma engine shattered at 63K miles, Ali Tabarssi's journey ends with a heartbreaking choice. See why a "one-in-a-million" failure and a $14,000 bill forced this loyal owner to sell. Is Toyota's reliability at risk? Read the final update.
Silver 2025 Toyota Prius shown from a front three-quarter angle on a palm-lined street, highlighting its low-slung stance, sharp LED headlights, and modern hybrid styling.
A Prius Owner Says It’s “Basically a Tesla Step-Sibling” After Buying a 2025 Prius LE With 16,000 Miles, Praising the Tech and MPG While Planning New Wheels and 5% Tint
By Noah Washington on
After snagging a 2025 Prius LE with 16,000 miles, one new owner is calling the hybrid a "Tesla step-sibling" for its high-tech cabin and sharp driving dynamics.
Ford F-150, Chevy Silverado, Ram 1500, Toyota Tundra
Ford F-150 Owner Asks, “What’s the Most Reliable Full-Size Truck Brand? - After 572 Owner Responses, Here Is the Answer, He Adds, “Let’s Be Real and Non-Biased”
By Denis Flierl on
One Ford F-150 owner went looking for the truth about truck longevity, demanding a "real and non-biased" answer. After 572 owners weighed in, the results are finally in. Is your favorite brand actually built to last, or is it just hype? Here’s the answer.
White Toyota Tacoma parked near a lake, front view of midsize pickup truck
“I Never Even Changed the Transmission Fluid,” Says a 2018 Toyota Tacoma Owner Who Just Hit 1,000,000 Miles With Only Five Repairs
By Noah Washington on
A 2018 Toyota Tacoma just hit one million miles without ever having its transmission fluid changed, a feat that defies every modern maintenance rule.
2021 Toyota Highlander
2021 Toyota Highlander, 65K In, Needs a New Transmission - The Owner Adds, “We Purchased a Toyota New From the Dealer For Its Reliability, and to Have This Happen is Unacceptable”
By Denis Flierl on
"Reliability is why we bought it." Now, a 2021 Toyota Highlander owner is facing a total transmission failure at just 65,000 miles. Is the legendary Toyota quality fading, or is this a rare lemon? See the shocking repair bill and the owner's outcry.
2026 Toyota Tundra
“I Just Traded My 2021 Ford F-150 King Ranch For This 2026 Toyota Tundra, I’m a First Time Toyota Owner, I Love It So Far, But Now I’m Told There’s a Tundra Engine Recall”
By Denis Flierl on
From luxury Ford King Ranch to a 2026 Tundra, Jack finally made the switch, and while he’s loving the Toyota life, a massive engine recall just hit the news. Did he make a huge mistake? Here’s the truth about his trade-in and what’s actually happening.
2026 Toyota Corolla Cross Hybrid XSE
The 2026 Toyota Corolla Cross Hybrid XSE Is Hard To Find Locally, But When My Wife Went To a Dealership Yesterday They Had Just Pulled This Off The Truck
By Armen Hareyan on
After a full week driving the 2026 Toyota Corolla Cross Hybrid XSE I discovered an unexpected reason why this quiet practical SUV may be the easiest vehicle to live with every single day and why owners might have strong opinions to share.
A dark gray 2024 Toyota Sienna minivan shown from the front three-quarter angle, driving on a suburban road with motion blur effect and green landscaping in the background.
“A $2,700 Shock at Just 65,000 Miles” 2022 Toyota Sienna Owner Says Corroded Blind-Spot Sensor Failed Early and Toyota Refused Warranty Coverage
By Noah Washington on
A 2022 Toyota Sienna owner was hit with a $2,700 "corrosion surprise" after a rear-mounted sensor failed just outside the 36,000-mile warranty window.
2023 Toyota Tundra
2023 Toyota Tundra Owner 44K In, Heard a Loud Bang and the Back Tires Locked Up, He Adds, “My Engine Went Kaboom, I Know I Should’ve Kept My 2018 Tundra”
By Denis Flierl on
After a loud bang and rear tires locking up at 35 mph, one 2023 Toyota Tundra owner is living a nightmare. From failed roadside help to a $60K truck that's "useless," find out why he regrets trading in his 2018 Tundra. What Tundra owners need to know.
2026 Toyota Prius Nightshade Edition
2026 Toyota Prius Nightshade Owner Just Got His Car and Wants to Keep It In Good Shape, He Says, “So, I Went To Get My First Oil Change at 1,000 Miles, But Toyota Said No”
By Denis Flierl on
A new 2026 Toyota Prius owner is hitting a wall at the dealership! After a massive V6 engine recall, owners want a 1,000-mile "break-in" oil change to remove metal debris, but Toyota is saying NO. Is your engine at risk, or is this "old school" myth?
2024 Toyota RAV4 Prime
2024 Toyota RAV4 Prime Owner Has a Terrifying Brake Failure, He Adds, “Toyota Denied Liability, But When I Took It In, They Quickly Took It To Do a Recall Related To a Cable”
By Denis Flierl on
A 2024 Toyota RAV4 Prime owner reports a terrifying crash after his brakes failed. Toyota denies liability but immediately performed a "cable recall" during service. Is your RAV4 SUV safe? Find out the truth behind the cable and what owners should do.
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