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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.

Follow Torque News Toyota reporters

 

  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.
Toyota FJ Cruiser, GR Supra, and others among the brand's best used cars you can buy
10 Used Toyota Cars I Would Buy Right Now
By Dimitar Angelov on October 29, 2024 - 11:54AM
These used Toyota models are worth keeping an eye on if you want an versatile arsenal of versatile, fun, and reliable vehicles
2024 Toyota Tacoma
I Test Drove A Toyota Pickup, Got A $240 Ticket and I Have To Appear in Court, All Because The Dealer Didn’t Attach A License Plate To The Vehicle
By Denis Flierl on October 28, 2024 - 12:04PM
A Texas man went in to test drive a Toyota Tacoma and left the dealer with a $240 ticket from the local police. It's not the first time the Toyota dealer failed to put a temporary license plate on a test drive; here is Daniel's amazing story. 
The 2026 Toyota GR Supra will be very different from the A90
I Was Right About The Toyota Supra's Future: Toyota Supra Goes Hybrid, Ditches BMW Partnership
By Dimitar Angelov on October 28, 2024 - 4:00AM
The next-generation Toyota Supra confirmed to be all-Japanese, as Toyota ends its partnership with BMW
Toyota's new turbo-four engine will make u pto 400 horsepower in road applications
Toyota Expects Its Smaller Engine To Deliver More And Replace Almost All of The Company's Existing Powerplants
By Dimitar Angelov on October 21, 2024 - 10:16AM
Toyota has big plans for its latest powerhouse and here's everything you need to know about the company's 2.0-liter turbo-four engine
Toyota GR Supra in Stratosphere Blue
Why Toyota Didn't Develop an Inline-Six Engine For The GR Supra And Used a BMW Engine
By Dimitar Angelov on October 17, 2024 - 2:59AM
Despite being the blargeest automotive company in the world, Toyota decided not to develop an inline-six for the GR Supra. There is a good reason why.
Toyota bZ4X and Lexus RZ BEVs
Toyota Partnership With Revel: A Stroke Of Genius
By Dimitar Angelov on October 16, 2024 - 9:40AM
Find out how, thanks to this joint-project, some Toyota and Lexus BEV owners will be treated to complimentary DC charging.
Learning DIY Repairs on Your Toyota
The Best Education for DIY Mechanics and Their Toyotas
By Timothy Boyer on October 16, 2024 - 8:27AM
A Toyota Master Mechanic tells DIY mechanics this is the best type of education for DIY car repair that good professional mechanics rely on. Plus, invaluable info on how to replace the wheel bearing on a modern Toyota.
Shopping Advice for the Best Car Loan Rates
Toyota's Best Car Deals for October 2024
By Timothy Boyer on October 15, 2024 - 11:28AM
If you are buying a new Toyota this month up until early November and need financing, here is an updated list of Toyota's financing deals you will want to take with you before going to your bank.
Advice on How to Clean a MAF Sensor Without Damaging It
Toyota Mass Air Flow Sensor DIY Testing and Cleaning Advice From a Toyota Mechanic
By Timothy Boyer on October 14, 2024 - 5:00PM
One of the simplest common DIY checks and repairs is with your Toyota's MAF sensor. However, if you are not careful you could damage an otherwise good sensor. Here's how to DIY right.
Not All of Toyota's Problems Are Toyota's Fault
Truth from a Toyota Mechanic Might Offend Toyota Truck Owners
By Timothy Boyer on October 13, 2024 - 11:32AM
Toyota has had a rough year, but does this mean its quality is headed downhill? This expert says the answer is both "yes" and "no." Plus, Toyota's biggest problem today is not necessarily Toyota’s fault…but its owners’ and fans’ fault.
2024 Toyota RAV4
The RAV4 Can’t Keep Up With Toyota’s High-Rolling 250K+ Mile Models
By Denis Flierl on October 13, 2024 - 6:22AM
Toyota, a brand known for its longevity, has a surprise in its lineup. One of its top-selling models, the RAV4, which you might not expect, does not make the top 30 longest-lasting vehicles list. Check out these surprise findings here. 
Used Car Shoppers Who Know the Car Models to Look For
Consumer Reports' Most Popular Used Cars, SUVs, and Trucks
By Timothy Boyer on October 10, 2024 - 6:13AM
Consumer Reports' analysts recently revealed which used car, SUV, and truck models are the most searched on the Consumer Reports' website by shoppers wanting to save money with reliable used models.
Image of RAV4 Prime courtesy of Kate Silbaugh
Best Evacuation & Disaster Vehicle Is a Plug-in Hybrid-Electric Vehicle - Here’s Why
By John Goreham on October 9, 2024 - 9:37AM
Both battery-electric and conventional vehicle owners think they have the best vehicle when the power is out, or an evacuation takes place. They are both wrong. Here’s why PHEVs are the best bug-out vehicles one can buy in 2025.
Chart of electrified minivans courtesy of EPA
Americans Can Now Choose From 4 Green Minivans With Electrified Powertrains
By John Goreham on October 7, 2024 - 11:23AM
The U.S. vehicle market now includes every type of electrified powertrain option for those who wish to buy a minivan. Here is our rundown of the prices and EPA efficiency numbers for these four modern marvel minivans. 
Easy Toyota RAV4 Check Engine Warning Diagnosis
Toyota RAV4 Diagnosis and Fix You Can Do
By Timothy Boyer on October 3, 2024 - 10:48AM
Are you seeing multiple check engine light warnings on your dash display? Before going to a mechanic, here is a good lesson on how to diagnose on your own. Plus, why this is so important this fall season.
2024 Toyota TRD Pro Hybrid
Why the Toyota Tundra TRD Pro Hybrid Stands Out in the Off-Road World
By Armen Hareyan on October 2, 2024 - 4:49AM
When it comes to full-size trucks, Toyota has carved out a unique place in the market with the Tundra TRD Pro Hybrid.
Not All Off-Road Trucks Should Go This Far Off-Road
Toyota Tundra High Water Problem Warning
By Timothy Boyer on October 1, 2024 - 12:26PM
Do you like to take your Tundra outdoors for off-road adventures, including some stream-crossing fun to wash off that mud and dust? Here's an older model high water problem that is a big no-no for that kind of fun.
Toyota Experts Reveal What It Takes to Make Your Toyota Last Its Longest Possible
Toyotas That Last a Lifetime Discussion by Experts
By Timothy Boyer on September 29, 2024 - 5:31PM
Is it possible to make your car last a lifetime? Two automotive experts (from the U.S. and Japan) review several Toyota models and discuss how this is possible, using their practical advice and insights when owning a Toyota.
2024 Toyota Tundra Gets It's First Oil Change and Analysis
Toyota Tundra Oil Sample Analysis After First 1,000 Miles
By Timothy Boyer on September 28, 2024 - 10:48AM
A Toyota mechanic demonstrates the first oil change on his new Tundra, reveals the numbers from his oil analysis, and advises when you might need an engine rebuild/replacement with a new truck. Plus, the oil change accessory you will want.
Finding the Cause of a Worn Engine Drive Belt
Toyota Tacoma Shredded Drive Belt Diagnosis You Can Make
By Timothy Boyer on September 27, 2024 - 11:14AM
Here is a simple check you should do monthly of your Toyota's drive belts to avoid catastrophic failure before it shreds and breaks on you in traffic. Plus, how harmonic balancers fail.
Roll over image to zoom in ATOTO S8 MS 7" Double Din Android Car Stereo
ATOTO S8 MS 7" Double Din Android Car Stereo Review: A Prius Lovers Dream
By Peter Neilson on September 26, 2024 - 5:19PM
The ATOTO S8 Gen2 car stereo packs powerful performance, 4G LTE, wireless CarPlay/Android Auto, and AI driving assistant features—all in a sleek, customizable package!
Latest Compact SUV Recommendations from Consumer Reports
Consumer Reports on Reliable and Fuel-Efficient Compact SUVs
By Timothy Boyer on September 23, 2024 - 4:35PM
Consumer Reports' latest recommendations of compact SUV models that blend SUV utility and small-car practicality with money-saving fuel economy.
Uniroyal Tiger Paw Testing Image by John Goreham
Review - Uniroyal Tiger Paw All-Season Tires - Affordable, Capable, Competent
By John Goreham on September 23, 2024 - 7:27AM
The Torque News team begins a long-term test of a highly-rated Uniroyal tire. Will the affordable Tiger Paw be a good match for a top-selling AWD crossover SUV?
2024 Toyota RAV4 Hybrid
Toyota’s 2 Least Reliable New Models Are Top-Sellers
By Denis Flierl on September 22, 2024 - 2:31PM
Toyota, a brand known for its reliability, has a few surprises in its lineup. Two of its top-selling models, which you might not expect, are among the least dependable. Discover these unexpected findings here. 
Image of hybrid screen courtesy of Toyota
Busting a Myth - Hybrid-Electric Vehicles Don’t “Just Run on Fossil Fuels”
By John Goreham on September 20, 2024 - 12:00PM
We separate fact from fiction about hybrid-electric vehicles and how they are powered. Here’s how hybrid-electric vehicles employ electricity and other forms of energy to drive the vehicle and how much electricity can contribute overall.
Least Expensive New 2024 Models to Buy Today
Cheap Cars That New Car Shoppers Are Buying Today Recommended by Consumer Reports
By Timothy Boyer on September 17, 2024 - 3:44PM
Ten solid, safe, and reliable new 2024 models recommended by CR analysts have the lowest transaction prices this month to help you find that good deal you've been waiting for.
Toyota Tundra rear seats
I Want To Remove My 2012 Toyota Tundra's Rear Seats To Gain MPG. Will It Affect The MPG?
By Armen Hareyan on September 16, 2024 - 10:30PM
Can removing the rear seats in your Toyota Tundra really boost fuel economy? While shedding weight is a known strategy for improving MPG, is ditching 30 lbs of unused seats worth it?
NVIDIA Dashboard AI Avatar
TOPS Will Replace Horsepower In Future Electric Cars
By Rob Enderle on September 12, 2024 - 6:57PM
TOPS, or Trillions of Operations Per Second, will increasingly be more relevant to how we measure cars than HP or any other metric as automobiles and their functions become smarter than we currently are.
Prius record setting vehicle
Prius Takes Mileage Record Previously Set By Dirty Diesels
By John Goreham on September 12, 2024 - 8:23AM
A long-time record-setting driver has expertly piloted the Toyota Prius to a world record. The type of record the Prius has now earned was previously set using dirty diesels.
2023 Toyota RAV4 Hybrid off-roading
Toyota Cars Outclass RAV4 in Certain Areas, But No Toyota Vehicle Can Beat RAV4 Overall
By Armen Hareyan on September 11, 2024 - 9:57PM
Why the 2023 Toyota RAV4 Hybrid stands out as the most versatile and dependable vehicle in Toyota's lineup, even if it doesn't excel in any one category.
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