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Toyota

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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Jeff Teague covers general Toyota news and you can follow him on Twitter at @Toyotajeff1.
Peter Neilson covers Toyota Prius News and you can follow him on Twitter at @/the_hybrid_guy.
John Goreham covers general Toyota and and Lexus news. You can follow John on Twitter at @JohnGoreham.

2022 Toyota Mirai Guinness World Record Holder

Toyota Brags Of Guinness Record For Mirai, But Owners Still Suffer

By Peter Neilson on October 14, 2021 - 7:51PM

Setting a Guinness world record is a cool thing, but what about your support group who got you there? Toyota and the Mirai refueling saga continues.

Front End Alignment Fail Car Owners Need to Check After Servicing

By Timothy Boyer on October 14, 2021 - 10:39AM

You’ve just had your vehicle’s front end aligned and are happy to see that your car now stays straight on the road---a common problem solved. Right? Perhaps. However, that alignment service just might result in an unnecessary and expensive repair a few months down the road. Here’s an example of a front end wheel alignment fail car owners need to look for after alignment service is done.

You Will Love This Specific 2022 Toyota Highlander Update

By Jeff Teague on October 14, 2021 - 8:13AM

See what is new for 2022 Highlander, including the feature people have been asking about for years.

Catalytic Converter Theft Is Taking A New Road, What This Means For Vehicle Owners

By Peter Neilson on October 13, 2021 - 7:01PM

Bombe is a new name and is all the rage. Here is where your stolen catalytic converter could be going and what to do about it.

2021 Toyota Camry is CR's Spotlight Deal Pick

Consumer Reports Best New Car Deals Lists Sports Cars, Sedans, and SUVs

By Timothy Boyer on October 12, 2021 - 10:32PM

Here’s your chance this month to choose a good car at a good price with this Consumer Reports recently released best new car deals list, that includes small cars, sports cars, sedans and the ever-popular SUVs.

What Makes Toyota Prius So Special?

By Peter Neilson on October 12, 2021 - 1:15AM

If you are wondering what makes the Toyota Prius so special, this article will tell you all you need to know.

New Cameras in 2022 Toyota Tundra Help You See Like Never Before

By Jeff Teague on October 11, 2021 - 9:08AM

Life just got easier for 2022 Tundra buyers – thanks in part to all-new camera views.

Toyota 4Runner Shortage Leaves Customers Without a 2021. 2022 4Runner an Option?

By Jeff Teague on October 9, 2021 - 10:22AM

Here is what you can do next if you ordered a Toyota 4Runner and will not get one. Consider a 2022 4Runner perhaps.

When Will Toyota Release A Hybrid 4Runner?

By Peter Neilson on October 7, 2021 - 11:48PM

Just about every vehicle in the Toyota line up has a hybrid option, even the powerhouse Tundra. So, when will we see a 4Runner hybrid? Here is my theory.

What Is Considered "Good" Gas Mileage In A Toyota Prius?

By Peter Neilson on October 5, 2021 - 11:23PM

If you own a Toyota Prius and are wondering what "good" gas mileage is for the little car, how do you know? In this article we will take a look at different ways to measure if your Prius is doing its job.

Inspect even the warranty-covered services by a dealership

Toyota Care Dealership Service Center Mistakes

By Timothy Boyer on October 5, 2021 - 1:15PM

Think you are safe from avoidable problems because you have someone at a dealership service center taking care of your vehicle maintenance under a regularly scheduled ToyotaCare program? Think again. Here’s why you really have to check even the warranty-covered maintenance service work for yourself whenever a service tech or mechanic does the work on your car.

My Wild Off-Road Drive (with Video) in 2022 Tacoma and 4Runner Demonstrates Off-Roading Tools

By Jeff Teague on October 5, 2021 - 9:37AM

Video shows how to use locking rear differential and multi-terrain select in a 2022 Toyota Tacoma and 4Runner.

Chevrolet Bolt Customers Flock To Toyota For A Solution

By Peter Neilson on October 4, 2021 - 9:05PM

The problem with having a car that gets recalled is that your customer base many times loses faith in your brand. With the Chevrolet Bolt recall where are all the customers going?

Toyota RAV4 Prime image courtesy of Kate Silbaugh

Toyota Exceeds First-Year RAV4 Prime Deliveries by 400% - Beats ID.4 and Mustang Mach-E

By John Goreham on October 4, 2021 - 9:01AM

Toyota expected to deliver 5,000 RAV4 Primes in it first model year. It has delivered just under 20,000.

Are Toyota's Made in Japan Better than Toyota's Made in America? Let’s Find Out!

By Timothy Boyer on October 3, 2021 - 5:10PM

The odds are pretty good that any Toyota you pick on the road at random was actually made in America. But are there any differences in how a particular make and model you own turns out if it was made in Japan versus the U.S.? Here’s what some automotive experts have to say about the question of who cranks out the better Toyota; plus, how you can tell which country your Toyota was manufactured in.

Sandy Munro and Toyota Solid State battery Technology

Sandy Munro Refutes Toyota's Claim Of Viable Solid State Battery Tech By 2023

By Peter Neilson on October 1, 2021 - 6:46PM

Battery and EV expert Sandy Munro says that Toyota will not have solid-state batteries ready for market by 2023. Is he right? Let's break it down.

New Toyota Tundra Hybrid Will Be The Best Tundra Ever

By Peter Neilson on September 30, 2021 - 7:27PM

For those fellow Tundra enthusiasts out there who live and die by the Tundra, you will absolutely love the hybrid version. Not only is Tundra completely different but the way it is designed will blow your mind.

Toyota Maintenance Mechanic Shows How to Cut Brake Repair Job Costs in Half

By Timothy Boyer on September 30, 2021 - 2:39PM

Looking to save money on your brake job estimate without compromising on safety and performance? Here are some tips from a Toyota Maintenance mechanic who shows how he cut the cost of a brake repair job in half by showing that not all dealership service department estimates are honest; and, that “only-OEM” advice has its exceptions.

MTM Plant worker image courtesy of Toyota

Toyota Begins Building New Corolla Cross Crossover In New Alabama Plant

By John Goreham on September 30, 2021 - 12:22PM

Toyota walks the walk when it comes to building new plants and introducing new models to the American market.

Toyota expert shares his used Toyota recommendations

The Best and Worst Used Toyotas To Buy Recently Reviewed

By Timothy Boyer on September 29, 2021 - 2:50PM

Learn from a Toyota Master Diagnostic Technician his recommendations of the best and worst used Toyota models to buy, based on his years of experience working on Toyota cars in this recent review released today.

What a Used Toyota Engine Rebuild Can Cost

By Timothy Boyer on September 29, 2021 - 12:20PM

Discover what happened during a Toyota engine rebuild and the costs involved by a popular mechanic who takes you step-by-step through the rebuild of a Toyota engine. The results may help you decide whether it’s cheaper to fix your old car’s engine rather than buy a new-used car.

One reason behind Toyota's oil burning problem.

Why Toyotas Burn So Much Oil and What You Can Do About It

By Timothy Boyer on September 28, 2021 - 11:01AM

Here’s a great discussion on exactly the reasons why modern Toyotas are so prone to becoming oil burning vehicles in spite of hearing numerous stories of 200,000+ mile Toyotas on the road. Is there a disconnect between these two facts? Find out the reasons why this happens before you decide to buy that used Toyota.

2022 Toyota Tundra TRD Off-Road Package: What Features and How to Get It

By Jeff Teague on September 28, 2021 - 9:30AM

Learn the features you get with 2022 Tundra TRD Off-Road Package. Plus find out what trims have it.

Image courtesy of Google and John Goreham

Use These 2 Google Maps Settings To Improve Your Android Auto User Experience

By John Goreham on September 27, 2021 - 2:59PM

Google Maps and Android Auto work together to offer one of the best in-vehicle navigation solutions available. Here are two settings you must employ and how to easily make them work.

2022 Toyota Tundra multimedia system interior

Will 2022 Toyota RAV4 Feature Toyota’s New Multimedia System?

By Jeff Teague on September 27, 2021 - 7:20AM

New Toyota Audio Multimedia system is bigger, faster, and more capable. Could 2022 RAV4 offer this?

2022 Toyota Tundra interior TRD Pro multimedia cockpit red

A Game Changer: Toyota Debuts New 2022 Tundra Multimedia System

By Jeff Teague on September 25, 2021 - 8:39AM

See how new 2022 Toyota Tundra multimedia capabilities can benefit you.

Military Grade Battery Technology Could Trump Solid State

By Peter Neilson on September 24, 2021 - 2:35PM

We have been hearing the hype over solid state for years now. Finally Toyota and other companies have put it into testing. Now another contender is here to out perform solid state, take a look.

Check your repair estimates with a Haynes manual.

Second Opinion Reveals One Bad Repair and Two Toyota Dealer Scams

By Timothy Boyer on September 22, 2021 - 4:51PM

Here is one example of misfeasance and two examples of malfeasance to learn from as a reminder that you should always seek a second opinion before---and sometimes even afterward---when having your car serviced or repaired. Plus, instruction on how to check for a head gasket leak and how to properly add new coolant to a vehicle to avoid a blown head gasket.

"Mechanic in a Can" solution to a common engine problem.

Easy Solution to a Common Toyota Hybrid Engine Problem That is Also a Scam

By Timothy Boyer on September 22, 2021 - 11:32AM

If you are a Toyota Hybrid car owner or looking to buy a used Toyota Hybrid, the chances are good that you will eventually have to deal with a common engine problem that costs approximately $5,000 to repair. However, here is an easy alternative solution that costs about $35 recommended by some mechanics. Plus, discover whether Toyota Hybrid repair and maintenance is beyond the shadetree mechanic’s paygrade.

How Old Is Toyota Prius Technology Really?

By Peter Neilson on September 22, 2021 - 12:19AM

If you think hybrid technology is relatively modern, think again. Hybrids have been around longer than before most of us were born.

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