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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 SR5
“I’ve Done Way Too Many GM Wheel Bearings:” 50-Year Chevy Owner Leases 2026 Toyota Tacoma for Mechanical Stability
By Denis Flierl on
A veteran Chevy owner has ditched his Silverado for a 2026 Toyota Tacoma SR5, citing a “downslide” in GM quality and repetitive wheel bearing failures. While the switch to Toyota offers reliability, he warns that Tacoma engineers may be losing focus.
Ask Gemini shown on an infotainment screen
The Killer Android Auto Upgrade Most Drivers Don't Know About Yet
By John Goreham on
Would you like to have natural conversations, get quick answers, or have long conversations on research topics while driving? Here’s how.
2024 Toyota Highlander & 2015 Highlander
Florida Owner Saves $21,000 by Trading 2024 Highlander for 2015 Model to Dodge 8-Speed Transmission Failure
By Denis Flierl on
Florida owner John Parks traded his 2024 Toyota Highlander for a paid-off 2015 Platinum model, pocketing $21K and avoiding 8-speed transmission issues. "The coolest car is the one you own," he says, prioritizing reliability over newer tech.
2025 Toyota Tundra TRD
2-Second 'Dead Pedal' Lag on 2025 Toyota Tundra Nearly Causes Two Broadside Collisions: Is a Factory Fix Coming?
By Denis Flierl on
A 2025 Toyota Tundra owner warns of a "dead pedal" hesitation that nearly caused two accidents. While some owners turn to aftermarket solutions like Pedal Commander, we investigate the 2-second lag Toyota is reportedly working to resolve at the factory.
White 2023 Toyota Corolla XSE parked near the waterfront, shown from the front three-quarter angle.
77K-Mile Toyota Corolla Hybrid Loses Drive 6 Days After Dealer Fluid Change, Owner Gets $7,100 Rebuild Quote
By Noah Washington on
A 2023 Corolla Hybrid ran fine before a Toyota dealer drain-and-fill. Six days later, it lost drive and came back with a $7,100 transaxle quote, while Toyota says the hybrid warranty may not apply.
Vehicle affordability index with presidential terms shown
New Vehicles Are More Affordable Under Trump, But the Road Back Has Been Bumpy
By John Goreham on
Vehicle affordability is trending in a very positive direction. Here’s what the data show, along with some context on why vehicles feel more expensive today than they actually are.
Toyota Prius
2025 Toyota Prius Owner Defies Manual With 91 Octane: Real-World 61.1 MPG Test Beats Regular Gas Efficiency
By Denis Flierl on
Toyota recommends 87 octane for the 2025 Prius, but one owner hit 61.1 MPG using 91 premium. We analyze Jason Black’s Louisiana trip data to see if premium fuel actually unlocks better hybrid efficiency or higher EV ratios.
2026 Toyota Tacoma Hybrid TRD Off-Road
Why 30-Year Tacoma Owners Are Passing on the GMC Canyon for the 2026 Hybrid’s 465 Lb-Ft of Torque
By Denis Flierl on
After 30 years and 3 Tacomas, Gary Hawk nearly bought a GMC Canyon or Nissan Frontier. Then he tested the 2026 Tacoma Hybrid Off-Road. His verdict? The i-FORCE MAX torque makes the 4-cylinder vs. V6 debate irrelevant. Here is why he ditched his Forester.
Hyundai Tucson special edition
Hyundai Tucson Is Gunning For Toyota's RAV4 As A Slightly More Affordable, More Practical Proposition
By Dimitar Angelov on
While Toyota RAV4 continues to be the most popular SUV sold in the US, the Hyundai Tucson outperforms it in certain regards.
2025 Toyota RAV4 Prime
2025 Toyota RAV4 Prime Recall: Why a '1-Day' Fix Is Taking 3 Weeks for Parts
By Denis Flierl on
A Pennsylvania 2025 Toyota RAV4 Prime owner warns of major parts delays for the 12.3-inch combination meter recall (25TA08). Despite a 1-day promise, some repairs are taking 3+ weeks. Learn why dealer parts inventory is lagging for the RAV4 Prime.
2026 Toyota Grand Highlander Nightshade
Toyota Highlander Owner Exposes $1,600 Extended Warranty Overcharge: How She Negotiated a $1,400 Platinum Plan
By Denis Flierl on
A Toyota Highlander owner exposes a $1,600 warranty overcharge, reveals how she negotiated a $1,400 Platinum plan for her 2026 Grand Highlander, and warns others about the $65 refund trap. Expert insights for Toyota owners looking to save on coverage.
2023 Toyota Tundra
Toyota Tundra Recall Warning - Louisiana Owner Reports Catastrophic Overheating 24 Hours After New Engine Replacement
By Denis Flierl on
Louisiana 2023 Toyota Tundra owner Janice Brown Harvey reports her "recall fix" failed within 24 hours. After a full engine replacement, the truck overheated before reaching home. Is Toyota's V35A twin-turbo remedy failing? Read the full owner report.
2024 Toyota Prius XLE AWD
2024 Toyota Prius AWD Real-World MPG Crisis: Owner Reports Only 42 MPG Despite 50 MPG Rating - Is Rust Proofing To Blame?
By Denis Flierl on
Why is a 2024 Toyota Prius AWD getting only 42 MPG? A Wisconsin owner reports a major efficiency gap versus the 50 MPG rating. We investigate how highway speeds and rust proofing weight impact 5th Gen Prius MPG in the Midwest.
2019 Toyota Highlander at a Dealership's Service Center
Dealership Says The 2019 Toyota Highlander's Alternator Is Failing, But The Owner Has No Issues, Except "It Kinda Jumps Shifting Into Gear"
By Armen Hareyan on
A 2019 Toyota Highlander owner catches a faint whine and occasional rough shifting at 77,000 miles, and her dealer immediately recommends an alternator replacement, a transmission flush, and two new control arms, but a second mechanic finds nothing wrong.
2026 Toyota RAV4 XSE and the 2026 Honda CR-V Hybrid
The Buyer Is Torn Between The 2026 RAV4 XSE and CR-V Hybrid, But Owners Point To The Critical Factor of the $7,496 Premium
By Armen Hareyan on
Daniel is torn between the 2026 Toyota RAV4 XSE and the 2026 Honda CR-V Hybrid, but the owners are zeroing in on the resale value, hybrid system trust, and whether that extra $7,496 actually pays off long-term.
2026 Toyota Tundra TRD Off-Road
2026 Tundra Warning: Why This $50k TRD Off-Road Has Heated Seats You Can’t Reach
By Denis Flierl on
A 2026 Toyota Tundra owner in Boston warns: check your heated seats before signing. One buyer’s TRD Off-Road came with a heated wheel but no seat heaters. The dealer’s “fix” resulted in awkward side-mounted switches that suggest an aftermarket swap.
Toyota Tacoma and Ford Bronco
Why This Tennessee Toyota Tacoma Owner Just Traded His 4th-Gen for a 2026 Ford Bronco: The “Even Better Deal” That Paid Off His Entire 2WD Loan
By Denis Flierl on
Tennessee owner Taylor Lynch traded his 4th-Gen Toyota Tacoma for a 2026 Ford Bronco Badlands Sasquatch after securing a deal that wiped out his 2WD loan. See why this "even better deal" convinced a loyal Tacoma fan to switch to Ford’s off-road titan.
Toyota RAV4 being built in a factory in Japan
He Ordered His Rav4 January With Delivery in April, Now The Toyota Dealer Says Expect in December
By Armen Hareyan on
A Belgian Toyota RAV4 buyer ordered in January with an April delivery date, and his dealer just moved it to December. Here is what owners say you should actually do next.
2021 Highlander
A $10,000 Risk? Why This 2021 Toyota Highlander Owner Is Doubting His New Warranty Transmission
By Denis Flierl on
After a total transmission failure on his 2021 Toyota Highlander XLE, owner Rob Kopty faces a dilemma: Is the warranty replacement a permanent fix or a ticking clock? We analyze TSB T-SB-0008-21 and whether the Direct Shift 8-speed is still a risk.
2024 Toyota Tundra and 2026 Ram
Why This Tundra Owner Traded His 2024 Hybrid for a 2026 Ram Laramie: 'Too Many Problems' Triggers Texas Switch
By Denis Flierl on
Frustrated by 2024 Toyota Tundra reliability issues, Dallas owner Carlos Manuel swapped his truck for a 2026 Ram Laramie Southwest Edition. We analyze if the Ram's "Great" J.D. Power rating justifies ditching the Tundra's unproven i-FORCE MAX hybrid.
2025 Prius AWD LE
Why This Michigan Notary is Trading a 17 MPG Jeep for a 2025 Prius: How $350 Monthly Fuel Savings Will Pay Off Her AWD LE in Record Time
By Denis Flierl on
Michigan notary Jodi Brown is using $350 monthly fuel savings to pay off her 2025 Toyota Prius AWD LE. By trading a 17 MPG Jeep for 50+ MPG, her fuel budget now covers her entire car payment. Discover her "Dave Ramsey" frugal strategy for 2026 debt-free.
GMC Sierra and Toyota Tundra
Why a Houston GMC Sierra Owner is Snubbing the 2026 Tundra to Wait for 2027 Reliability Fixes
By Denis Flierl on
Houston GMC Sierra owner Brent Jones is skipping the 2026 Toyota Tundra, choosing to wait for 2027 models instead. Why the delay? We dive into the reliability data and why long-time GM loyalists are eyeing Toyota’s next-gen fixes over current V6 turbos.
2022 Toyota Tacoma TRD Off-Road
Why This Arizona Tacoma Owner Avoids 87 Octane While Towing 5,100 lbs: 4 Budget Mods for the 3.5L V6
By Denis Flierl on
Arizona owner Matthew von Prisk shares why he skips 87 octane and $6,000 superchargers to tow 5,100 lbs. From 91 octane gains to "Shadow Realm" transmission fluid loss, here are 4 budget mods every 3rd Gen Toyota Tacoma owner needs for high-heat hauling.
2025 Toyota RAV4 and a 2026 Honda CR-V Hybrid
Owner Trades 2025 Toyota RAV4 for 2026 Honda CR-V Hybrid: Why He Got 91% Trade-In Value to Flee ‘Raspy’ Driving and ‘Unhooded’ Tech
By Denis Flierl on
Think the 2026 RAV4 is the only choice? This Colorado owner traded his 2025 model for a 2026 Honda CR-V Trailsport after finding the Toyota "noisy and over-baked." Discover how he recovered 91% of his OTD price to upgrade to a quieter hybrid ride.
Goodyear WeatherReady2 tires
One Winter, One Close Call, and 14,000 Miles: Our Goodyear WeatherReady2 Review Update
By John Goreham on
We update our review of the all-weather Goodyear Assurance WeatherReady2 tires following a harsh winter with positive information on mileage and noise.
The Great Electric Pivot and Why EREVs are the Pragmatic Bridge to our Carbon-Neutral Future and the Tech That Could Eventually Kill Them
The Great Electric Pivot and Why EREVs are the Pragmatic Bridge to our Carbon-Neutral Future and the Tech That Could Eventually Kill Them
By Rob Enderle on
As range anxiety and charging infrastructure gaps stall the BEV revolution, Extended-Range Electric Vehicles (EREVs) emerge as the ultimate pragmatic bridge, offering gas-free commutes with a high-performance safety net.
Manufacturing the Future: Inside a Semi-Solid-State Battery Production Line
The Solid-State Reality Check and Why the Holy Grail of EV Tech Is Further Away Than You Think and Who Wins the Scarcity War
By Rob Enderle on
As the hype around solid-state batteries hits a fever pitch, top Chinese academics deliver a cold reality check: mass-market dominance is a decade away. Here is who will actually win.
Lexus RX, Mazda CX-5, and Acura MDX are some of the bestselling Japanese models from their respective brands
These Are The Most Popular Cars From Each Japanese Brand In The US
By Dimitar Angelov on
There is a recurring theme on the list, and it is hardly surprising, given the popularity of crossover and SUV models.
2025 Toyota Highlander
Highlander Owner Warns of Toyota Quality Drop, Reveals Why a Non-Factory Warranty Is Your Only Win in 2026
By Denis Flierl on
Toyota’s "bulletproof" reputation faces a reality check. A 2025 Highlander owner details a dip in build quality but explains why it still beats Ford and Chevy. Learn why she’s ditching factory coverage for a non-Toyota extended warranty in 2026.
The Passing Lane of Progress
The Middle East Powder Keg and the Electric Pivot and Why $7 Gas is the Ultimate EV Salesman and Who Wins the Survival Race
By Rob Enderle on
As instability in the Middle East sends gas prices soaring, a global pivot toward electric vehicles is accelerating. From Australia’s record-breaking surge to laggard markets, here is the roadmap for the EV transition.
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