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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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2024 Toyota Tacoma Trailhunter Trim A Bold Overlanding Statement

Toyota Tacoma's New Trailhunter Trim Is Huge and Gorgeous, This Is Why The Truck Comes With a Long Wait Time And a Controversial Whooshy Turbo Sound

By Armen Hareyan on January 2, 2025 - 8:12PM

Ready to conquer the toughest trails with ease? The 2024 Toyota Tacoma Trailhunter is here, packed with off-road prowess, rugged style, and the power to make every adventure unforgettable. This is Toyota's truck for overlanding.

I Waited Over An Hour Just To Get My Phone To Connect To My 2024 Toyota Tacoma

By Harutiun Hareyan on January 1, 2025 - 7:57PM

Owners have come forward sharing their struggle with connecting their phone to their 2024 Toyota Tacoma

My Toyota Tundra Suddenly Lost Power and I Need a New Engine, I’ve Been to the Dealer Countless Times, Now They Say My $60,000 Truck Is Only Worth $35K

By Denis Flierl on January 1, 2025 - 9:17AM

Toyota Tundra truck owners are fuming because of the pickup's problems. Damien bought a 2022 Tundra, but the engine died. His truck has lost half its value, and now he's stuck with a dead truck. He's not the only one. Here is Damien's incredible story.

Toyota is Desperately Trying to Stop Their Brand Image From Taking a Straight Dumpster Dive, Now The Tacoma Transmissions Are Failing

By Denis Flierl on December 31, 2024 - 7:07AM

Does the new 2024 Toyota Tacoma have reliability issues? A new report says that the latest generation Tacoma pickup has transmission issues. Could Toyota's excellent reliability be slipping? Find out what's going on with the Tacoma and Tundra trucks now.

My 2024 Toyota Tundra Was Not On The VIN Recall List Even Though I Had All The Symptoms

By Harutiun Hareyan on December 30, 2024 - 8:39PM

A recent owner of a 2024 Toyota Tundra with only 7 miles on the dash was told his flawed Tundra was not on the list of recalls despite having a critical failure.

My Toyota Tundra’s Replacement Engine Not Only Came On Time But Also Gave Me A Free Three Year Warranty Extension From Toyota

My Toyota Tundra's Replacement Engine Not Only Came On Time But Also Gave Me A Free 3-Year Warranty Extension From Toyota

By Harutiun Hareyan on December 28, 2024 - 3:38PM

The recent owner of a 3rd Gen Toyota Tundra shared how he was given a free three-year extension on his warranty after the dealer took almost a month to replace his engine.

Alright, I Give Up On My Toyota Tundra's Factory Fob To Remote Start My Truck And Am Looking For An Aftermarket Remote Starter

By Harutiun Hareyan on December 28, 2024 - 12:49PM

Fed up Toyota Tundra owners are sharing what they did to combat Toyota’s subscription based remote start feature on the third gen Toyota Tundra.

OK, Getting Frustrated Now As At 5 Min Into a Drive My Toyota RAV4 Hybrid's Bluetooth Disconnects My Pone Completely

By Harutiun Hareyan on December 27, 2024 - 9:43AM

Look at this new mass discovery of random Bluetooth disconnect in a Toyota RAV4 Hybrid after minutes of use. and say goodbye to Bluetooth disconnects in your 2024 Toyota RAV4 Hybrid with these proven fixes that actually work.

If The Bed Liner on your 2022 Toyota Tundra moves around even if the bolts are tight, you are not alone

All The Bolts Are Tight on My Toyota Tundra's Bed Liner, But The Bed Moves And Makes Noise When Standing In It

By Harutiun Hareyan on December 26, 2024 - 7:54PM

Toyota Tundra owners are discovering a surprising fix for a noisy, shifting truck bed—and it’s simpler than you think!

Image of Goodyear WeatherReady2 tire by John Goreham

Even at Highway speeds in Torrential Rain, The Goodyear Assurance WeatherReady2 Tires Made The Car Feel Sure-footed And Safe

By John Goreham on December 23, 2024 - 9:08AM

We updated our long-term test of the new Goodyear Assurance WeatherReady2 tire. At this stage, we’ve learned three things.

Why You Should Not Listen When a Mechanic Tells You Your Car is Totaled

We Came Close To Scrapping Our Daughter's Car When It Wouldn't Start and a Mechanic Said It Needed a New Engine ―What's Worth Fixing and What's Not, Advises This Toyota Mechanic

By Timothy Boyer on December 21, 2024 - 10:11AM

A Master automobile mechanic and shop owner discusses important things to consider when faced with large repair bills for your older car to help you decide whether it's worth fixing, or if it's best to move on.

I Bought a 2024 Toyota Grand Highlander, It’s a $60,000 Car and My Navigation Doesn’t Work, Now Toyota Says I Have To Pay More For Their App For It To Work

By Denis Flierl on December 20, 2024 - 8:11AM

Tori purchased a 2024 Toyota Grand Highlander, and she loves her car. But there is a problem. The navigation and remote start do not work. She is frustrated because Toyota never told her about the new app she has to buy now. Here is Tori's amazing story.

Avoid Popular Full Sized Truck Problems With These Recommended Models

Full-Sized Pickup Trucks From Detroit Haven't Proved To Be The Most Reliable Among Used Vehicles ―Here Are The Most Reliable Pickup Trucks to Buy Used Instead, Say These Experts

By Timothy Boyer on December 19, 2024 - 11:49AM

Consumer Reports Say That These Are the Used Trucks You Really Want to Buy When It Comes to Reliability

I Found a Weird Black Box On My Toyota Tacoma, and I Think It’s a Tracking Device, I’m Not the Only One Finding These

By Denis Flierl on December 18, 2024 - 11:09AM

A Toyota Tacoma owner has a warning for other owners and buyers of the new truck. He says Toyota is installing a tracking device on the new pickups. Here is what Mark found and what owners should be concerned about.

2025 VW ID Buzz 1st Edition or a Toyota Sienna Hybrid AWD - Which Is the Better Green Minivan?

By John Goreham on December 17, 2024 - 2:20PM

We play “Would you rather…” with the new Volkswagen ID Buzz battery-electric minivan and Toyota’s legendary Sienna hybrid.

I Brought My Toyota Highlander Into the Dealer For the 10th Time To Get My Moonroof Leak Fixed, They Made Me Pay $2,500 and It’s Still Not Fixed

By Denis Flierl on December 17, 2024 - 6:41AM

Does Toyota have a problem with moonroofs that leak water inside the Highlander and Tacoma? Here is a woman's story of how she paid Toyota to fix her leaky Highlander's moonroof, and it's still not fixed right. Here is Cassidy's remarkable story.

Former Toyota Mechanic Explains What Drove Him to Leave Toyota

"Why I Left Toyota" ―Former Toyota Mechanic Shares What It Is Like Drinking the Dealership Kool-Aid

By Timothy Boyer on December 16, 2024 - 3:28PM

What would drive a reasonable person away from a Toyota Dealership? Try working for one and discover you are making $22.50 per hour after over 7 years of hard wrenching…and more!

The 2025 Porsche 911 Carrera starts at $120,100

Cars That Pack Porsche 992.2 Carrera Performance For a Fraction Of The Price

By Dimitar Angelov on December 16, 2024 - 5:28AM

Do you want Porsche 911 Carrera performance without the price tag? These sports cars will do the job.

Selling My Toyota Tacoma Was a Nightmare, I Was Scammed, They Distracted Me, He Opened Up the Oil-Filler Cap and Poured a Bottle of Water in the Oil, Then Replaced the Cap

By Denis Flierl on December 13, 2024 - 9:50AM

The Toyota Tacoma, a coveted used pickup, and can be found in varying conditions for sale. However, sellers should heed caution. Let's delve into the cautionary tale of Adam, who fell victim to a scam while attempting to sell his truck.

Image of Brembo brakes courtesy of Michelin

Michelin and Brembo Form Dream Team to Make Your Stopping Distances Shorter

By John Goreham on December 12, 2024 - 3:10PM

The two leaders in their respective automotive segments have joined forces to help make cars stop faster and with greater response. Here’s what’s going on.

When Your Oil Fill Level Is Past The Recommended Marks

Dealer Overfilled Oil (2023 Toyota Rav4 Hybrid) How Much Damage Did They Do? –Upset Owner Asks If She Should Consider Suing Dealership

By Timothy Boyer on December 12, 2024 - 11:29AM

Will adding more oil than recommended to your car cause damage and/or affect how it runs? Here's what a lubrication expert has to say based on his tests. Plus, when should you suspect too much oil without checking the dipstick?

“You Hear That?” Michael Says Over the Sound Of a Rattling Engine, “That’s Another Dead 2024 Toyota Tundra, Owners Are Selling Before the Warranty Expires”

By Denis Flierl on December 10, 2024 - 10:40AM

Toyota has a serious issue with the Tundra pickup. Here is what one expert has to say, and I'll explain what Toyota is doing now. If you own a Toyota Tundra or are considering buying one, here is what's going on with the truck and what you need to know.

My daughter just got a quote from our local Midas to replace both rear brake calipers, rotors, and pads (all aftermarket) for $1500. Mechanic told me that most of it was going towards parts and $200 for labor –This father-daughter team paid only 20%

By Timothy Boyer on December 7, 2024 - 9:42AM

A father-daughter team refused to be scammed on a brake job by following advice given by a popular online mechanic. This is a good demonstration of one option car owners have to take control of their car repair costs.

Recommended 10-Year-Old Car Models Per Consumer Reports

These Car Models Are The Ones We Recommend To Our Friends And Family —Consumer Reports' Best Used Cars Under $20,000 Updated

By Timothy Boyer on December 6, 2024 - 10:46AM

If a new car is outside your budget, here are the best used car models recently rated by analysts at Consumer Reports, which are available between $15,000 and $20,000 today.

Image of Tesla repair shop by John Goreham

2 Myths Busted - Study Confirms Vehicles From EV Brands Most Unreliable, Hybrid Brands Very Reliable

By John Goreham on December 5, 2024 - 11:56AM

Consumer Reports has just dropped a new study looking at which brands are the most reliable and which are the least reliable. The data jives with many prior studies showing that hybrids are very reliable and EVs very unreliable.

I Brought In My Toyota Tacoma After Suffering a Botched Repair On the Worst Feature Ever, This Is Why Dealers Get a Bad Name

By Denis Flierl on December 5, 2024 - 8:03AM

You should think twice about getting a sunroof on a new 2024 Toyota Tacoma. Here is one customer who dealt with a botched repair at a Toyota dealer. Is it the Tacoma's worst feature?

It’s Subaru BRZ and Toyota GR86 Again in Car&Driver’s 10 Best Cars of 2025, But Which One Is the Best?

By Denis Flierl on December 4, 2024 - 5:48AM

What is the best sports car in America? According to Car&Driver, it's the 2025 Subaru BRZ and 2025 Toyota GR86 sport coupe twins. Here is what Car&Drivers says about the rear-drive sports cars.

The Perfect Reliable DIY Toyota for Saving Money

The Best Older Toyota Model Ever Made –DIY Repair Like a Boss for This Daily Driver

By Timothy Boyer on December 2, 2024 - 3:20PM

Here is how to fix a few common issues with one of the best older model Toyota cars, bringing it back to a truly road-worthy condition as an affordable and reliable daily driver.

How a Toyota Highlander Owner Beat the Odds and Programmed a Lexus-Style Key Fob for a Fraction of the Cost

I Got a Lexus-Style Key Fob And Successfully Programmed an Aftermarket Smart Key For My Toyota Highlander Despite Warning It Won't Work

By Armen Hareyan on November 29, 2024 - 4:35PM

Look how a Toyota Highlander owner defied non-safety warnings, programmed a Lexus-style key fob, and saved hundreds—all from the comfort of his home.

Important Factors Basing Your Next New Car Buying Choice

All Cars Built In Japan Are Safe To Buy, And They're Reliable Long Term…Well, That Used To Be The Case, But Not Anymore, Admits Mechanic From Japan

By Timothy Boyer on November 29, 2024 - 1:17PM

"Don't buy these cars," warns a mechanic and automotive expert from Japan as he reveals 10 key factors you need to know so that you can avoid buying cars of ANY make or model that will make you unhappy.

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