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Toyota

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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Japan's Chinese Made Toyota EV is a Game Changer

"I Sold My Tesla, and I'm Going To Pick Up One Of These Toyotas And Put Thousands In My Pocket By Doing It." An Excited But Premature Comment Begs an Important Question

By Timothy Boyer on March 15, 2025 - 6:46PM

Here is what you could get by owning a $13,000 Toyota EV that is predicted to obliterate the Tesla Model Y. But how far would you be willing to go to own one?

My 2024 Toyota Tundra Hybrid With 10K Miles Is Sitting At the Dealer With Engine Failure, Needless To Say I Regret My Purchase

By Denis Flierl on March 15, 2025 - 8:10AM

Another Toyota Tundra Hybrid truck owner is fuming because of its engine problems. Tony bought a 2024 Tundra Hybrid with an engine failure at 10K miles on the new pickup. And that's not the only problem with the truck. Here is Tony's incredible story.

My 2024 Tacoma TRD Off-Road Got Humbled By a 5-Foot Snow Ditch, Even 4-Low and Diff Lock Couldn't Save Me From a $100 Tow

By Noah Washington on March 13, 2025 - 10:12PM

The 2024 Toyota Tacoma TRD Off-Road is built to conquer rugged trails and tackle the toughest terrain, boasting features like 4-Low gearing, a locking rear differential, and advanced off-road tech. But even this highly capable midsize truck has its limits

My Brand-New 2024 Toyota Tacoma Hybrid With Just 5,000 Miles Suddenly Wouldn’t Start, Leaving Me Stranded

By Denis Flierl on March 13, 2025 - 10:46AM

Chandler's new Tacoma, just 6,000 miles in, suddenly wouldn't start, leaving him stranded. The Toyota Tacoma has a reputation for reliability, but here is what Tacoma owners need to know.

Toyota GR86 will continue to be all about balance, but with added performance for the next generation

Toyota Remains Tight-Lipped About The GR86 Engine, But From What We Know So Far, There Are 3 Candidates For A Powertrain, With A Mazda Engine Being Very Likely

By Dimitar Angelov on March 13, 2025 - 10:45AM

Toyota is deciding the direction it wants to go with the next-generation GR86, and there are some seriously interesting powertrain options on the table.

Toyota-Engineer Apologists, I Used This Oil Instead of The "Recommended" and My Tacoma Now Feels Like a Solid Drive With Less Slipping Off The Line

By Narek Hareyan on March 12, 2025 - 11:17PM

One Tacoma owner ditched Toyota’s recommended oil for something thicker, and the results have sparked a heated debate. Is Toyota’s advice really the best, or is there a better way to boost your truck’s performance? Read on and join the discussion.

Toyota Probox is the ultimate in no-nonsense personal transportation

Car Enthusiasts Really Love This Model, But Toyota Is Not In A Hurry To Bring Out A New Generation

By Dimitar Angelov on March 12, 2025 - 4:20AM

Toyota Probox is the epitome of simplicity and dependability in personal transportation, and here's why this should be the next model the Japanese brand reimagines.

Toyota Land Cruiser J250 vs Jeep Wrangler vs Land Rover Defender 110

Underpowered And Underequipped, Toyota Land Cruiser J250 Still Manages To Get Ahead Of The Competition

By Dimitar Angelov on March 11, 2025 - 10:20AM

In case you ever doubted the off-road capabilities of Toyota's Land Cruiser, see how it performs against two of the most popular SUV models from the UK and US.

You’re Kidding Me, I’ve Had My Toyota RAV4 for 6 Years And I Never Knew It Had a Secret Storage For My Rear Cargo Privacy Cover

By Denis Flierl on March 11, 2025 - 7:22AM

If you own a Toyota RAV4, a secret compartment is underneath the rear cargo area. It's a secret because few RAV4 owners even know about it. Andre, a Toyota expert, explains its specific use and what every RAV4 owner needs to know.

Gas prices of $2.75 in Q1 2025 in Concord Mass by John Goreham

Gas Prices At Lowest Level In Four Years Add More Energy to the Perfect Storm of Problems Battery-Electric Vehicles Face in 2025

By John Goreham on March 10, 2025 - 7:03PM

Battery-electric vehicles have seen virtually no market share growth in America over the past two years. Low gas prices won’t help.

Subaru BRZ Owners May Have Found A Solution To An Annoying Issue The Car Has

By Dimitar Angelov on March 10, 2025 - 4:37PM

Nobody buys the Subaru BRZ looking for comfort, but there have been some complaints about this for some time, and some owners may have found a solution.

Image of Mazda CX-70 plug-in hybrid-electric vehicle spare tire by John Goreham

Every Top-Selling Vehicle Model In America Has Spare Tire Available Except One - We Break Down Which Popular Brands and Models Offer Spare Tires Segment by Segment, and Highlight Which Models Lack This Important Safety and Convenience Feature

By John Goreham on March 10, 2025 - 7:49AM

Despite rumors to the contrary, spare tires are alive and well in 2025 and 2026 model year vehicles. We run down the list of top-selling vehicles and examine what type of spare they offer.

My 2014 Toyota RAV4 developed an issue with the wiper interval, and it could be due to replacement front windshield

Toyota RAV4 Owner Puzzled By A Strange Issue, But It Could Be Due To An Incorrectly Installed Replacement Front Windshield

By Dimitar Angelov on March 10, 2025 - 6:00AM

Old Toyotas, while famed for their reliability, are not exempt from small, irritating issues. Here are some good pointers if your 2014 RAV4 has this issue.

My 2023 Tacoma Already Shows Frame Rust From Coastal Flooding, And Here Is My Prevention Plan

By Noah Washington on March 8, 2025 - 5:24PM

This wasn't in the plans for my 2023 Toyota Tacoma for this year, but things change.

Don't Make This Used Car Shopping Mistake, which I did when buying a Toyota Prius

I Bought a 2017 Toyota Prius with 69k Miles For $14,500, It Was an Exceptionally Good Bargain, But There Ended Up Being A Catch

By Timothy Boyer on March 8, 2025 - 9:35AM

Just because a car dealer hands you a Carfax Report does not mean the car is unquestionably fine and the Carfax Report does not need to be examined closely by you.

2021 Toyota Highlander Owner Says, “My XSE's Transmission Died at 40K, Now the Dealer Says I’ll Be Waiting 3 Months Because They Are On Back Order

By Denis Flierl on March 8, 2025 - 7:59AM

Does the Toyota Highlander transmission have reliability problems? An owner named Alex says his transmission is dead, with only 40,000 miles on the car. Is this a common problem with the Highlander? Here is what Toyota Highlander owners need to know.

Picture of Toyota BZ3X curtesy of Toyota

Toyota Announces $15K EV (Starting Price) And It Could Be The Biggest EV Bargain In The Market Putting China On Notice That Toyota Is In The EV Game To Win It

By Rob Enderle on March 7, 2025 - 8:27PM

Toyota announced a $15K car, basically half the price of the Fiat 500e, with better performance, range, capacity, and RAV4-like usability. This car at this price could be a positive game changer for Toyota when Tesla is failing.

2024 Toyota Land Cruiser Heritage Edition

Depreciation Will Hit This Toyota SUV The Hardest, And Here's Why It Could Be Good For You

By Dimitar Angelov on March 7, 2025 - 4:05AM

Looking for the next bargain SUV? Here's why it will come from the one Toyota model you least expected.

2025 Toyota Tundra Owner Says, “I’ve Already Had Backup Camera and Seat Reset Problems, and the Camera is Not Engaging at Stop Lights, But We Still Love Our Truck

By Denis Flierl on March 6, 2025 - 6:27AM

The 2025 Toyota Tundra is packed with technology, and it's great when it works. However, Jonathan bought a 2025 Tundra Limited, and some things are already going haywire. Here are his issues. Are other owners experiencing the same problems?

I've Owned Both a BMW M2 Comp and a Lexus IS-F, But Here's Why My Automatic GR Corolla Is The Most Fun Car I've Ever Had (And Yes, It Makes Funny Noises)

By Noah Washington on March 5, 2025 - 3:03PM

Comparing the Toyota GR Corolla to a BMW M2 sounds like an odd choice, but hear us out.

I Bought A 2023 Toyota Tacoma TRD Off-road, But Now, I Am Thinking Of Going Back To A 2019 Model, Because Of These Issues

By Dimitar Angelov on March 5, 2025 - 10:41AM

Owners knock on Toyota's reliability as Tacomas, less than two years old, are experiencing unusual problems. But are owners right to be upset, or can some of it be negligence?

I Walked Into the Toyota Service Department and Was Shocked, It Was Toyota Tundra Engine Replacement Day

By Denis Flierl on March 4, 2025 - 6:42AM

How is the Toyota Tundra engine replacement going? It's underway now at all Toyota dealers nationwide. Here is what some owners say about the process and information that all 2022 and 2023 Tundra owners want to know.

I Just Bought a 2025 Toyota RAV4, and It Has the Most Useless Compartment On the Console I’ve Ever Seen, Toyota Is It For McDonalds Dipping Sauces?

By Denis Flierl on March 2, 2025 - 7:42AM

A 2024 Toyota RAV4 owner can't figure out why Toyota put a useless storage compartment on the center console. Nothing fits in the small space, so what is its purpose and intended use? Here's Toyota's surprising answer and what RAV4 owners need to know.

My New 2024 Tacoma Just Threw a 'Grille Shutter Malfunction' 3 Hours from Home in the Mountains, This Is Frustrating

By Noah Washington on March 1, 2025 - 2:42PM

How can I fix this grill shutter issue on my 2024 Toyota Tacoma without going to the dealership?

So, My HOA Slapped Me With a Fine For Parking My Custom Mercedes/Toyota Tacoma Lowrider In My Driveway, I’m Not Sure Why They Say It’s Inoperable

By Denis Flierl on March 1, 2025 - 5:33AM

If you are not a fan of HOAs, you will love this hilarious story. Chase built a custom Mercedes/Toyota Tacoma lowrider truck and parked it in his driveway. He thinks the neighbors turned him in. Here is what all car owners need to know.

Not the Top Models When New But Are the Top Models Used

Best Used Cars and Our Top Picks for March 2025, says Consumer Reports

By Timothy Boyer on February 28, 2025 - 5:37PM

An essential change to Consumer Reports car reviews reveals the best used car recommendations to save you thousands when shopping for a safe and reliable sedan, SUV, or truck model.

Why Storing a Portable Jump Starter in Your Car Can Be a Bad Idea

Is It Safe To Keep A Portable Jump Starter In Your Car? "I Keep Mine In My Wife's Toyota RAV4 All The Time."

By Timothy Boyer on February 28, 2025 - 9:25AM

A Toyota Rav4 forum explains why you should be concerned about the risks of leaving a portable jump starter inside your car and how to store it safely when you do.

2024 Toyota Tacoma Owner Says, “My JBL Speaker Won’t Work At All Now, the First Time It Only Lasted 40 Minutes and Over-Heated

By Denis Flierl on February 28, 2025 - 6:10AM

Is there a problem with the 2024 Toyota Tacoma JBL speaker? Owner reports say it’s underwhelming at best, and one 2024 Tacoma owner says his worked sporadically and now won’t work at all. Here’s what Tacoma owners and buyers need to know.

Picture of Toyota bZ4X parked near Tesla Model Ys by John Goreham

Suddenly, the Electric Vehicles That Many Consider “Not as Good as the Tesla Model Y” May Have Some Interest At Dealerships Due to Anti-Elon Musk Sentiment

By John Goreham on February 27, 2025 - 5:34PM

Many EVs once relegated to second-class status are about to have their Cinderella moment.

Image of Goodyear WeatherReady2 all-weather tire shows the tread pattern by John Goreham

Track Testing Validates Our Strong Opinions of the Goodyear Assurance WeatherReady2 Tires on Public Roadways And Shows Where This Tire Ranks In Comparison to the Michelin CrossClimate2 and Other All-Weather Tires

By John Goreham on February 26, 2025 - 5:18PM

We are into our second calendar year of testing the Goodyear Assurance WeatherReady2 Tires, and our review updates have now offered up some definitive answers to this tire's capabilities. We now feel that our own findings are indeed correct.

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