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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.
2025 Toyota Prius Prime
North Carolina Owner Saves $3,200 Annually - Why the 2025 Prius Prime Is a "Gas Hedge" as Prices Hit $5
By Denis Flierl on
A North Carolina owner saves $3,200 annually with the 2025 Prius Prime. We break down the practical action plan to turn this 44-mile EV range PHEV into a high-performance gas hedge as prices hit $5 per gallon in the current 2026 automotive market.
2025 Toyota Prius Prime
2025 Toyota Prius Prime Real-World Range: Why This PHEV Defies 20% Cold-Weather Battery Degradation
By Denis Flierl on
A 2025 Toyota Prius Prime owner in North Carolina reports 40+ miles of EV range despite cold cycles, dodging $5/gallon gas. With 30 years of mechanical expertise, we analyze why this PHEV battery defies typical winter degradation.
2024 Toyota Tundra
My Toyota Dealer Said TSB Tundra Fix Didn't Exist Until I Proved Them Wrong And Completely Transformed My Truck
By Tim Healey on
The owner of a Toyota Tundra pickup truck says that when he took his truck in for its 25,000-mile service, the dealership's service writer didn't know about a technical service bulletin (TSB). But the technicians did.
2026 Chevy Silverado
The 2026 Truck Owner’s Survival Guide: How to Navigate Brand Failures and Warranty Loopholes
By Denis Flierl on
Struggling with 2026 Silverado, Tundra, or F-150 reliability? This consumer action plan provides information for owners, featuring Colorado-specific maintenance tips and insights into warranty loopholes in the current truck reliability crisis.
2026 Chevy Silverado
Silverado 5.3L Lifter Failure Analysis: How DFM Cycle Stalling Causes Catastrophic Top-End Collapse at 70,000 Miles
By Denis Flierl on
Texas owner Jeff Sickle switches to a 2026 Silverado after a Tundra engine failure at 9k miles and F-150 transmission issues. Our technical analysis examines if the 5.3L L84 engine can avoid the lifter and 10-speed defects plaguing the segment.
2024 Honda Accord Hybrid.
Why Hybrid Cars Make More Sense Than Full EVs If You're Hesitating About Electric Cars
By Tim Healey on
If you're thinking about buying an electric vehicle, but uncertain about adjusting to the EV lifestyle, getting a hybrid could help you make the transition. That's regardless of whether the hybrid in question is a plug-in or not.
EV vs. Hybrid market share chart courtesy of Cox Automotive data
EVs Drop to 2021 Levels as Hybrid Sales Hit Hockey-Stick Surge
By John Goreham on
The American consumer has finally decided what type of green vehicle it wants, and hybrids are the winner.
2026 Toyota Camry
What Toyota and Other Transportation Companies Stand To Gain From Sean Duffy's Rad Trip Donations
By Tim Healey on
Toyota, Boeing, United Airlines, and Shell are among the companies that sponsored a road trip taken by U.S. Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy and his family - a road trip that has led to heavy backlash and criticism.
2026 Honda Prelude and the Toyota GR86 next to each other
2026 Honda Prelude vs Toyota GR86 Have So Much More In Common Than You’ll Admit
By Ean Goreham on
I own a Toyota GR86, but testing the 2026 Honda Prelude back-to-back changed my mind.
2024 Totota Tacoma
The $15,000 Trade-In Mistake: Why 2024 Tacoma Owners Are Risking It All To Go Back To Gen 3
By Denis Flierl on
Trading in a 2024 Tacoma early can be a financial disaster. This consumer advocacy report breaks down the real-world costs of returning to the 3rd Gen platform and provides an action plan to minimize your loss while securing a reliable V6 setup.
2024 Toyota Tacoma
2024 Tacoma Owner Trading In New TRD Off-Road By December: "I’m Going Back To The 3rd Gen and Mustang 5.0"
By Denis Flierl on
A 2024 Toyota Tacoma owner is ditching his TRD Off-Road by December, choosing to return to a 3rd Gen V6 and a 5.0 Mustang setup instead. Here’s the mechanical "why" behind this Houston owner's decision to walk away from the 4th Gen platform.
Toyota Highlander & Kia Sorento
Kia Sorento vs. Toyota Highlander: The Used SUV Strategy to Overcome $5,000 Repair Bills
By Denis Flierl on
Tired of the $5,000 "Toyota Tax"? This expert action plan reveals how the Kia Sorento surpassed the Highlander in TCO and provides the step-by-step "goodwill" negotiation guide to rectify your SUV's timing cover oil leak without going broke.
2019 Toyota Highlander Limited
Toyota Highlander Owner Challenged by $5,000 Timing Cover Oil Leak; Why 2 Used Kias Outperformed the SUV
By Denis Flierl on
A 2019 Toyota Highlander owner faces a $5,000 repair for a known timing cover oil leak and SOS console failure. Despite Toyota’s reliability reputation, this owner found his previous used Kia Sorentos surpassed the SUV in long-term durability.
2025 Toyota Tundra
Toyota Tundra 40,000-Mile Spark Plug Service: A Technical Action Plan for i-FORCE Owners
By Denis Flierl on
Stop the "Turbo Tax" from draining your wallet. Here is a technical 3-step action plan to navigate the 40,000-mile Tundra spark plug requirement, protect your i-FORCE warranty, and manage dealership service costs effectively.
2024 Toyota Tundra Platinum
Toyota Tundra $500 Spark Plug Bill Scrutinized: Why the 3.4L Turbo V6 Requires a 40K-Mile Change to Protect Warranties
By Denis Flierl on
Scrutinized for its $500 cost, the 40,000-mile spark plug service on the 2025 Toyota Tundra is a mandatory requirement for the 3.4L Turbo V6. We explain why the move to turbocharging terminated the 100K interval to protect your engine warranty.
2026 Toyota RAV4 family including the GR Sport PHEV
Toyota RAV4 Could Evolve With Turbocharged Performance, Thanks To Gazoo Racng
By Dimitar Angelov on
A Toyota engineer says a turbocharged RAV4 can easily happen, and I think it should.
2026 Toyota Tacoma
2026 Toyota Tacoma P0301 Engine Misfire Reports: What Owners Need to Know About Potential Repair Costs
By Denis Flierl on
A 2026 Toyota Tacoma owner audited his $2,000 towing bill after a P0301 misfire left him stranded. Despite the engine shaking and power loss, the dealer resolved nothing, claiming no fault found. We investigate this growing "cannot replicate" trend.
Ram 1500 & 2026 Toyota Prius
Why the 2026 Prius SE Rides Better on 17-Inch Wheels: A Former Ram 1500 Owner’s Guide to Downsizing for Comfort
By Denis Flierl on
A Pennsylvania Ram 1500 owner reveals why he traded his "gas guzzler" for a 2026 Toyota Prius SE. His secret to a smoother, quieter ride? Choosing the 17-inch wheels over the 19-inch XLE/XSE trims. Discover why this "downgrade" is actually a pro move.
2018 Toyota Tundra & 2026 Tundra Platinum
Why a 2026 Toyota Tundra V6 Requires More Maintenance Than the 'Tried and True' V8
By Denis Flierl on
An Ohio owner transformed his daily drive, trading a "tried and true" 2019 Tundra V8 for the 2026 Platinum. While fuel economy exceeded expectations, concerns over 3.4L twin-turbo longevity persist. Is the new tech worth the trade? Our analysis.
2022 Toyota Highlander
Toyota Highlander Transmission Failures: $12,000 Repair Costs for 2020-2024 V6 Models Explained
By Denis Flierl on
I scrutinized the 8-speed transmission failures in 2020-2024 Toyota Highlanders. While newer hybrids excel, some V6 owners face $12,000 replacements. I’ve detailed the warning signs and the 2026 seat-back recall you must check before buying.
Tesla Model Y and a Toyota Camry in front of a Tesla Service Center
Tesla Has Dropped Leases on Model 3s, and Now They Are Cheaper Than a Toyota Camry at $350 and Then Spending Another $150 Monthly on Gas
By Armen Hareyan on
Tesla slashes Model 3 leases to $243 per month on select inventory, undercutting a Toyota Camry lease plus $150 in monthly gas by hundreds of dollars and rewriting the EV value equation for 2026.
2025 Toyota Tacoma
2025 Toyota Tacoma Safety Review: Owner Walks Away From 55 MPH Head-On Collision With Only a Scratch in California
By Denis Flierl on
A 2025 Toyota Tacoma owner survived a 55 MPH head-on crash in CA with only a scratch, despite no seatbelt. This real-world safety report from the 4th-Gen Tacoma community proves the truck's crashworthiness and engineering under extreme conditions.
Nissan Z on the dyno - before an after mods
Nissan Z Shows Impressive Results After A JB4 Tune, Giving The GR Supra's B58 A Run For Its Money
By Dimitar Angelov on
We know the GR Supra B58 engine can make crazy power, but check out how the Nissan Z's twin-turbo V-6 reacts to basic mods by comparison.
2024 Toyota RAV4
2022 Toyota RAV4 Reliability Report: Owner Hits 120,000 Miles With Zero Mechanical Failures Using Regular Service Intervals
By Denis Flierl on
Can a 2022 Toyota RAV4 survive 120,000 miles of Arizona heat? Phoenix owner Joseph Jarlego proves it can. With zero mechanical failures and a strict adherence to regular service intervals, this XLE sets the 2026 benchmark for high-mileage reliability.
2013 Ford Raptor & 2026 Toyota Tundra TRD Pro
From 12 MPG to 22 MPG: A Las Vegas Raptor Owner’s Switch to the 2026 Tundra TRD Pro for Utah Rock Crawling
By Denis Flierl on
Facing 12 MPG, a Vegas Raptor owner is eyeing the 2026 Tundra Hybrid. Should you buy the TRD Pro or build a TRD Off-Road for Baja? We break down the $15k price gap, long-travel kits, and why the i-FORCE MAX is the ultimate fuel-saving trail rig.
2022 Toyota Highlander XLE V6
Toyota Highlander Owner Beats $12,000 Transmission Failure With $103 Extended Warranty Fix
By Denis Flierl on
A 2022 Toyota Highlander XLE V6 owner faced a $12,000 transmission replacement at 71k miles. Thanks to a third-party extended warranty, the out-of-pocket cost was only $102.94. Learn why the "whine of death" is hitting late-model Highlanders early.
2025 Toyota Prius
Toyota Prius PHEV Owner Finds a 3-Minute Speed Adjustment Increases EV Range to 52 Miles
By Denis Flierl on
A California 2025 Toyota Prius Plug-In owner discovers that a simple speed adjustment, dropping from 75 to 65 mph, boosts EV range to 52 miles. Learn why sacrificing 3 minutes of drive time is the ultimate efficiency win for the 5th Gen Prius PHEV.
2024 Toyota Tundra
2024 Toyota Tacoma Engine Warning: Portland Owner Finds Metal in Oil After 40K Miles Despite 5,000-Mile Service Intervals
By Denis Flierl on
A Portland 2024 Toyota Tacoma owner reports "metal sparkles" in his oil at 40,000 miles despite strict 5K-mile changes. Is the 4th Gen i-FORCE engine facing the same debris issues as the Tundra? Expert analysis on whether to trade up or return to Gen 3.
The Electric Dawn of Toyota
Toyota Canada Sales Explosion Proves the bZ Series Reinvents Brand Loyalty as Electric Competition from China Intensifies
By Rob Enderle on
Toyota Canada’s bZ series sales just skyrocketed by 1,228%, signaling a massive shift in loyalist behavior as the Japanese giant finally finds its footing in the global electric vehicle race.
2024 Toyota RAV4
2024 Toyota RAV4 "Limp Mode" Mystery: Why This $28,000 SUV Shakes and Loses Power in the Rain
By Denis Flierl on
A 2024 Toyota RAV4 owner reports a terrifying power loss in heavy rain, limiting the $28,000 SUV to 5 mph. Despite having only 3,500 miles, this gas XLE model is underperforming compared to a 14-year-old Chevy. Is a new wet-weather fault emerging?
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