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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.
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.
The new MR-2 will arrive around 2030, and will not be a BEV
We Are Getting A New Toyota MR-2 After All, But It Will Take a Few More Years To Arrive
By Dimitar Angelov on
Gazoo Racing President confirmed a midship sports car is in the making, but it is still in the early stages of development.
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 Remain 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.
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