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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 4Runner
“Well, it's Official, 1,800 Miles In, and My 2025 Toyota 4Runner is Getting a New Transmission, Ugh, I’m So Disappointed, It’s Exactly Why I Leased Though”
By Denis Flierl on
Early adopters of the 2025 Toyota 4Runner are facing an unexpected reality. One owner's transmission failed after only 1,800 miles, sparking concerns about the new model's reliability and its shared components with the Tacoma. Is this a widespread issue?
New Tacoma and Tundra Models Warning from Toyota Mechanic
As a Toyota Master Tech I have Worked on Tundra and Tacoma For Over 60 Hours This Past Week, But I'm Only Going To Get Paid 23 Hours
By Timothy Boyer on
A recent viral post by a Toyota Master Tech has shined a harsh light on the realities of working on new Toyota trucks, especially the redesigned Tundra and Tacoma.
2025 Toyota Tacoma iForce Max TRD Off Road
Meet My $1,000 Per Month 2025 Toyota Tacoma iForce Max TRD Off Road, and No, I’m Not Worried About the Payment 
By Denis Flierl on
Matias shares his new 2025 Toyota Tacoma iForce Max TRD Off Road pickup with the Tacoma owners Facebook group. He is open about his payment, which is $1,000 per month. Check out the comments and what it will take to make those payments. 
2023 Toyota Highlander XSE
I Got A Great Deal On a 2023 Toyota Highlander, and Then Found Out Why the Deal Was So Good Because the Dealer Sold Me a FWD Car
By Denis Flierl on
A Toyota Highlander owner got a great deal on a 2023 model, but when he got home, he found out why. He thought he was buying an AWD Highlander and it turned out to be FWD instead. Who is to blame in this unfortunate situation, the dealer or the owner?
2015 Toyota RAV4
I Put My Daughter In a Reliable 2015 Toyota RAV4, Ford, Never Again, the 2014 Escape Is a Money Pit and the Turbo Is Garbage
By Denis Flierl on
A Toyota RAV4 buyer hopes that the 2015 model year RAV4 is more reliable than the 2014 Ford Escape. She recently purchased the older RAV4 for her daughter, and she's a Toyota fan because she owns a 2014 Highlander. Will the older RAV4 be reliable?
2025 Toyota Corolla instrument cluster
Toyota Recalls Seven Models, Including Lexus, Due To Memory Deterioration
By Dimitar Angelov on
Toyota's recall includes several vehicles sold in the US that may suffer "car dementia" or blank instrument cluster.
Recommended Toyota Models Under $10K
Consumer Reports Best Used Toyota Cars Under $10,000
By Timothy Boyer on
Looking for a reliable used car under $10,000? Consumer Reports recently updated its analysis of older Toyota models that still deliver excellent value, strong reliability, and solid safety features.
Bad Car Maintenance Hack by Boyfriend
My Boyfriend Put a New Battery in My Car (2015 Toyota Corolla) … It Says "Lawn and Garden" on It!
By Timothy Boyer on
A recent viral post has car enthusiasts shaking their heads―a 2015 Toyota Corolla with a riding lawn mower battery sitting under the hood, loosely strapped down where the real car battery should be.
2025 Toyota Tacoma Double Cab SR 4x4
I Know I’ll Trigger Some People Here But I Just Paid $37K For My 2025 Toyota Tacoma, The Best Part Is, I Paid Cash, and Have No Monthly Payments
By Denis Flierl on
A 2025 Toyota Tacoma owner shares that he didn't buy his new truck the way most people do. He doesn't have a big monthly payment; he paid cash, which is a stark contrast to the way everyone buys a new vehicle. Is it the best way? Check out Elliot's story.
This Huge Rock Jumped Out at My Toyota Tacoma While Driving And Messed Up My Alignment Pretty Bad, Now Either Dealership Or Unhooking The Battery For a Few Minutes
This Huge Rock Jumped Out at My Toyota Tacoma While Driving And Messed Up My Alignment Pretty Bad, Now Either Dealership Or Unhooking The Battery For a Few Minutes
By Armen Hareyan on
An unexpected rock strike left a Toyota Tacoma driver battling alignment issues, strange sensor faults, and dealership dilemmas, sparking a debate every owner should read and weigh in on.
2025 Camry vs 2026 Camry Reality Check
Should I Buy a Toyota Camry 2025 Now or Wait for 2026? – How I Saved Nearly $5,000 Off MSRP With No Dealer Fees
By Timothy Boyer on
Should I buy a Toyota Camry now or wait for the next model year? With dealerships preparing to make room for the 2026 Toyota Camry, shoppers are wondering if holding out for next year’s model could deliver a better deal.
2021 Toyota Highlander transmission issues
My 2010 Toyota Highlander with 240K Runs Better Than My 2021 Highlander with 75K, the Transmission Failed and It’s 6-9 Months Before the Dealer Can Fix It
By Denis Flierl on
An owner of two Toyota Highlanders says her 2010 Highlander with 240K miles is more reliable than her 2021 Highlander with 75K miles. She needs to replace the 2021 transmission, but the dealer can't fix it for 6-9 months. Check out her unbelievable story.
4,700 Miles In, My 2025 Toyota Tundra Is Already Giving Me Service Soon Message, But My Dealer Says To Wait Until 10K For My 1st Oil Change
4,700 Miles In, My 2025 Toyota Tundra Is Already Giving Me "Service Soon" Message, But My Dealer Says To Wait Until 10K For My 1st Oil Change
By Armen Hareyan on
An unexpected "service soon" message at just 4,700 miles has Toyota Tundra owners debating whether to trust the dealer’s 10k oil change advice or take matters into their own hands regarding a new 2025 Toyota Tundra.
2024 Toyota Tacoma
2024 Toyota Tacoma Owner Says, "I Put On a 2-Inch Level Kit with 285s, Now My Speedometer Is 5 MPH Over, and My Tires Are Rubbing Badly"
By Denis Flierl on
A 2024 Toyota Tacoma owner, like many enthusiasts, has added bigger tires and lifted his truck. But, he's having issues with tires rubbing, and his speedometer is 5 mph off. What should he do now? Here is what many Tacoma owners can relate to. 
Consumer Reports Reliable Cheap Cars Updated List
10 Cheap Cars That Consumer Reports Recommends for 2025
By Timothy Boyer on
Even so-called "budget cars" don't feel very cheap anymore. Prices continue to climb, and many vehicles sell for above their sticker price. That's why finding the cheapest new cars that are still reliable is more important than ever.
2023 Toyota Tundra
How Stupid Would I Be to Trade My 2023 Toyota Tundra TRD PRO for a 2025 Tacoma Trailhunter? But I’ve Had More Issues With the Tundra Than Any Toyota I’ve Owned
By Denis Flierl on
A Toyota Tundra owner is thinking of trading his 2023 Toyota Tundra TRD PRO for a 2025 Tacoma. He's had more issues with his Tundra than he cares to admit. So is the Tacoma Trailhunter his best option living in Alaska? What would you do if you were him? 
A dark gray Toyota GR Corolla is parked on a sunlit street. Its shiny exterior and sporty design convey a modern, dynamic feel. Nearby cars and city buildings form the backdrop.
I’m Shocked Toyota Is Making Cars Like the GR Corolla, I’ve Owned Dozens of Luxury and Race Cars But This One Is Very Special
By Aram Krajekian on
You wouldn’t expect someone who’s owned race cars and luxury builds to be this excited about a Toyota hatchback, but this GR Corolla owner says it might be one of the most special cars he’s ever driven.
2025 Toyota Tacoma
I Just Bought a 2025 Toyota Tacoma SR5 RWD For a Daily, Got My Windows Tinted, and My Windshield With 40 Percent Tint, Is It Too Dark?
By Denis Flierl on
Are Jeremy's windows tinted too dark? How about his new 2025 Toyota Tacoma's windshield? He's proud of the new tint job, and it makes the white truck stand out for sure. What do you and other Tacoma owners think about the 40% tinted windshield?
Tony Meysenburg's 2024 Toyota Tundra
I Bought a 2024 Toyota Tundra with 5K Miles, Did My 2nd Oil Change at 12K, and Now I See Lots of Fine Metal Shavings, and 1mm Chunks in the Pan
By Denis Flierl on
A 2024 Toyota Tundra owner has a truck with only 12,000 miles and has had two oil changes since he bought it. Now, he's finding metal shavings and 1mm pieces of metal in the drain pan. Here is Tony's story and information for all Tundra owners.
2017 Toyota Highlander
After 2 Failed Transmissions, I Said Goodbye To My Toyota Highlander and Got a Nice Ford Explorer, I’m Glad I’m Off That Crazy Train
By Denis Flierl on
A Toyota Highlander owner shares her experience with her 2017 Highlander, highlighting two failed transmissions in one year. She's had enough and purchased a 2025 Ford Explorer. What are the issues with the Highlander, and is the Explorer a reliable SUV?
2019 Toyota Tacoma
My 2019 Toyota Tacoma Is at the Dealer For Defective White Paint, But They Gave Me a Corolla Loaner, So If You See Me in My Wife’s Minivan, Mind Yo Business
By Denis Flierl on
The Toyota Tacoma has paint problems, and one owner has had his pickup at the dealer for the paint recall. Now, the Toyota dealer gave him a Corolla for a loaner vehicle while it's in the paint shop. He would rather drive his wife's minivan. 
Lexus LFR GT3 at Goodwood FOS
There Are Two Things I Love About The Lexus LFR, And One Thing That Worries Me
By Dimitar Angelov on
The Lexus LF-A successor raises expectations, but there is one thing about it that boggles the mind.
2025 Toyota 4Runner
I Want to Trade My 2022 Ram TRX For A 2025 Toyota 4Runner, and the Dealer Tried To Rip Me Off, $14K Over MSRP and These Crazy Interest Rates
By Denis Flierl on
A 2025 Toyota 4Runner buyer wants buyers to beware of what some Toyota dealers are doing. He traded a 2022 Tundra for a 2025 4Runner, and the dealer is asking $14K over MSRP, charging him high interest rates. Here's what new 4Runner buyers need to know. 
A polished gray Toyota GR Corolla is parked at a gas station while fueling up. It features tinted windows and red brake calipers with trees in the background.
My Toyota GR Corolla Is So Fun to Drive, Capable in All Conditions and Terrain, and Has the Aggressive Looks to Match
By Aram Krajekian on
Some cars feel alive in your hands like they're meant to take on any road or weather you throw at them. This GR Corolla owner believes his is the closest thing today to the legendary Mitsubishi Lancer Evo, and many aren’t disagreeing.
Silver 2023 Toyota Tundra with large tires parked under a metal carport. The truck has tinted windows and a modern design, conveying strength and utility.
I’m Really Disappointed After My 2023 Toyota Tundra’s Engine Failed, It’s Not Part of the Recall and the Dealer’s Only Offering Me a Camry or RAV4 When I Need My Truck to Make a Living
By Aram Krajekian on
This owner believed he had the perfect Toyota Tundra and even bought a Sequoia for his wife, but one breakdown and a questionable loaner now have him rethinking the dealership’s priorities.
2025 Toyota Tacoma
My 2025 Toyota Tacoma Looked Scrawny With a 6-Ft Bed, So, I Had To Add 1.5-Inch Spacers To Improve the Stance, Now I’m Happy With the Look
By Denis Flierl on
A 2025 Toyota Tacoma owner dislikes the appearance of her pickup with the long bed. What should she do to improve its appearance and posture, as she feels it looks scrawny and needs help? She adds spacers to the stock wheels, but is it the best option?
2026 Toyota Tundra TRD Platinum, white pickup truck parked in moody forest clearing with dark green background
I Can Prove Your Toyota Tundra's Poor Gas Mileage Is Your Fault, Not The Truck's… My 10-Year Analysis Of 1,400 Fleet Vehicles Shows It's All In The Driving
By Noah Washington on
To every Toyota Tundra owner who complains about their MPG, a fleet safety director with a decade of experience is delivering a reality check: a truck's fuel economy is a mirror of its driver, and he can prove it with the data from over a thousand trucks.
One of the Worst Parts and Labor Mark-Up Scams Seen by a Toyota Mechanic
Car Repair Shop Chain Scams Elderly Lexus Customer During Road Emergency With Over $1,700 ‒We're Going to Do a Full Investigation to Really Show You the Level of Corruption, of Theft, of Just Blatant Scamming in the Automotive Industry
By Timothy Boyer on
A Toyota mechanic reveals that car repair customer scams are not just with car dealerships, but also with garage chain repair businesses preying on the elderly.
Close-up image showing two sections: left has a yellow measuring tape against a dark and metallic sparkling engine oil; right features a circular shape in a glossy brown similar oil surface.
I Found Some Metal Flakes In My 2024 Toyota Tundra Platinum’s Oil at Just 17,000 Miles, So I’m Not Sure If I Should Be Concerned
By Aram Krajekian on
When a Toyota Tundra's routine oil change turns into a metallic surprise, it brings back memories of the very engine recalls that many thought Toyota had already put to bed.
2023 Toyota Tundra
Toyota Tundra Owner Says, “Oh, No, Not Another Tundra Engine Fail, But This One Might Actually Be Helpful To Identify Signs Of Impending Doom”
By Denis Flierl on
The Toyota Tundra saga continues with an owner who has experienced catastrophic engine failure. However, he wants to let other Tundra owners know the warning signs he had before his Tundra engine died. Here's what all Tundra owners need to know.
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