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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.
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Consumer Reports - No Gas For Toyota RAV4 Prime Over 800 Miles In Testing
By John Goreham on
In an extended test, one Consumer Reports tester explained why he never had to add gas to the RAV4 Prime Plug-in hybrid over many weeks and 800 miles.
Toyota Highlander drive mode image by John Goreham
2021 Toyota Highlander - Have New Vehicle Drive Mode Options Gone Too Far?
By John Goreham on
The amount and types of ways you can change your vehicle’s powertrain feel and capabilities seem to have gotten a bit out of hand. Here’s a look at one great new vehicle’s modes compared to the same model a few generations back.
Model Y image courtesy of Tesla Press Kit.
Comparison Chart: Tesla's New Base Model Y vs. Toyota RAV4 Prime - You Pick A Winner
By John Goreham on
We compare and contrast two similar green crossovers. The similarities include price, acceleration, cargo space, passenger space, and green credentials. Which would you choose and why?
Plug-In Hybrid Crossovers Are Better At Towing Than Battery-Electric Vehicles Like Tesla’s Model Y
By John Goreham on
Vehicles like the Toyota RAV4 Prime plug-in hybrid crossover utility vehicle are more practical for towing than are battery-electric vehicles like the Tesla Model Y. Here’s what experts and owners say are the reasons.
Toyota FJ Cruiser Sun Fusion Yellow front end profile view
My Top 5 Picks for 2022 Toyota TRD Pro Exclusive Color, Including Toyota Tacoma
By Jeff Teague on
What should the exclusive 2022 Toyota TRD Pro color be? It could get wild this year. See how your choices match my guesses.
2021 Toyota RAV4 XLE Hybrid Blueprint color profile view
RAV4 Hybrid was Toyota’s Best-selling Hybrid for 2020. Second Place May Surprise You
By Jeff Teague on
You may not believe the top five list of Toyota top selling hybrids for 2020.
2021 Toyota RAV4 XLE Premium Hybrid Midnight Black front end RAV4 XLE Hybrid Blueprint front end
See How Newest 2021 Toyota RAV4 Hybrid Trim Stacks Up Against XLE Hybrid
By Jeff Teague on
RAV4 Hybrid has a new trim level this year. But is it a good value versus one of the most popular RAV4 Hybrid grades? Find out below.
Toyota RAV4 Prime charging image courtesy of Kate S
Why One Toyota RAV4 Prime Owner Passed On The Tesla Model Y and Honda CR-V Hybrid
By John Goreham on
Different shoppers have different priorities. Here is why one green crossover shopper purchased a plug-in hybrid Toyota RAV4 Prime crossover, and why she opted to pass on the battery-electric Model Y from Tesla and the CR-V Hybrid From Honda.
Delivery Chart - Tesla vs. Toyota by John Goreham
Tesla’s US Deliveries Remain Nearly Flat As Toyota Hybrids Grow By 37%
By John Goreham on
Since 2018, Toyota’s American-market green vehicle deliveries have outpaced Tesla’s by a remarkable amount. Here is a detailed at look at why.
Tesla van and Toyota minivan
GM, VW, and Hyundai Are More Realistic Competitors To Tesla Than Toyota
By Armen Hareyan on
Recently when I published a video report about Toyota coming with an electric vehicle offensive in 2021, a number of observers doubted Toyota's strength saying GM, VW and Hyundai are more realistic competitors to Tesla than Toyota, when it comes to producing electric cars in 2021.
Tacoma image courtesy of Toyota
Toyota Tacoma Outsells Chevy Colorado, GMC Canyon, and Ford Ranger Combined in 2020
By John Goreham on
Toyota’s Tacoma pickup truck continues to dominate the industry. The ones to watch are the Ford Ranger and Jeep Gladiator.
Toyota RAV4 charger image by Toyota
Toyota Hybrids Leap In Popularity - Continue To Outpace Battery-Electric Vehicles
By John Goreham on
Toyota’s hybrid line grew dramatically in 2020 in America while the general industry shrank and BEVs from all but Tesla stalled at the gate.
RAV4 Prime image courtesy of Toyota
Toyota Triples RAV4 Prime US Delivery Rate - Taking Sales Back From Tesla
By John Goreham on
Toyota’s RAV4 Prime plug-in hybrid-electric vehicle is selling at a pace faster than expected in the United States. Its launch volume is much faster than most successful EVs.
2021 Toyota Highlander XSE Blizzard Pearl Magnetic Gray
Toyota “Grand Highlander”: Could We See This Hit the Market Soon?
By Jeff Teague on
Toyota recently filed a trademark for the name “Grand Highlander” in the United States. What does this mean going forward?
2021 Toyota Tacoma SR5 Cement vs 2021 Tacoma TRD Off-Road Barcelona Red
3 Reasons to Buy 2021 Toyota Tacoma TRD Off-Road – and 3 for SR5
By Jeff Teague on
Two of the most popular 2021 Tacoma trim levels are SR5 and TRD Off-Road. We give key reasons for purchasing both.
Windshield chip image by John Goreham
Every New Vehicle Owner Convinced Their Model Has Defective Windshield and Roof Glass
By John Goreham on
Do you own a Tesla, Honda, Subaru, Toyota, Mercedes, General Motors, or any other brand vehicle? Your fellow owners are convinced that the glass is soft, stressed, or defective.
Spare tire image by John Goreham
Shopping Guide 2021 – Why You Should Demand A Spare Tire With Your New Vehicle
By John Goreham on
As automakers look for ways to cut corners, a spare tire is more important than ever. Here’s our 2021 guide to spare tires for shoppers buying new.
Android Auto image by John Goreham
Six Ways to Use Android Auto and Apple CarPlay Safely You May Be Missing
By John Goreham on
In our second how-to story on using these great device integration apps, we focus on hands-free functionality to reduce distraction.
Toyota RAV4 Prime Image By John Goreham
3 Ways Toyota Could Improve the RAV4 Prime PHEV And Crush BEV Competition
By John Goreham on
The Toyota RAV4 Prime is quickly emerging as the hit vehicle for 2021. Here are three simple ways that Toyota could improve upon an already great plug-in vehicle.
Service bay image courtesy of Mazda
2021 Shoppers Take Note: These Vehicle Brands Offer Valuable Included Maintenance
By John Goreham on
Maintenance worth hundreds or thousands of dollars is now included with some brands such as Toyota and Hyundai. Here is a list of brands for 2021 with this valuable included maintenance.
Tesla and Toyota approaches to electric cars
Since Tesla Became a Household Name, Toyota EV Is a Matter of "When," Not "If"
By Armen Hareyan on
When it comes to Tesla, Toyota, and electric cars, it's important to keep in mind that attention drives investment.
Top of page image courtesy of Kevin O'Brien
Tesla Owners Are Buying Toyota RAV4 Prime Plug-in Hybrids – Here’s Why
By John Goreham on
The reasons are pretty consistent. Here’s what owners of both Tesla EVs and Toyota RAV4 Primes say.
2021 Toyota RAV4 XSE Hybrid interior lane tracing assist
How Toyota Lane Tracing Assist Works, like in this RAV4 Hybrid, and How it Can Help You
By Jeff Teague on
Look mom no hands. Watch my video demo to see how Toyota lane tracing assist can help you.
Toyota RAV4 Prime Image By John Goreham
Consumer Reports Suggests Toyota RAV4 Prime As Alternative to the Tesla Model Y
By John Goreham on
Consumer Reports finds the Toyota RAV4 to be a viable substitute for the Model Y. Here’s why.
2021 Toyota C+Pod interior
Toyota to Launch New "C+pod" Battery Electric Vehicle in a Race With Tesla
By Jeff Teague on
A new ultra-compact battery electric vehicle will be launched soon by Toyota, in a race with Tesla for compact electric vehicle dominance. Could this make its way to the United States?
Tesla CEO Elon Musk and Toyota Plugin Hybrid
Battery Is An Issue for Toyota, But Not For Tesla
By Armen Hareyan on
Toyota maintains that the main issue of electric vehicles is the production of batteries. What does not seem to be a big issue for a manufacturer like Tesla, which produces several hundred thousand electric vehicles annually, is for Toyota.
Toyota and Tesla's Elon Musk
Now Toyota Has No Choice, But To Follow Tesla
By Armen Hareyan on
In recent months Toyota and Honda executives have questioned if the world is ready for electric cars, but now they have no choice, but to follow Tesla as the Japanese government just announced a plan to ban cars with internal combustion engines by 2030.
Tesla Model S white front shot
Toyota's Solid-State Battery Will Crush Tesla Li-Ion Updates
By Peter Neilson on
Apple or Android? Tesla or Toyota? New battery technology coming from an automotive world leader is sure to bring a massive change to the EV revolution.
Toyota President's 2 Harsh Points About Electric Vehicles
Toyota President's 2 Harsh Points About Electric Vehicles
By Armen Hareyan on
Toyota Prius image courtesy of Toyota
Hidden Benefit - Toyota Hybrids Like Prius Go 100K Before Needing Brakes
By John Goreham on
Hybrid regenerative braking means that you won’t be buying brake pads and rotors for a long time in your Toyota.
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