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2020 Toyota Tacoma TRD parked in sand on a mountain top

Driver Review: Frustrating 2017 Toyota Tacoma Issues

We have a personal driver review of the 2017 Toyota Tacoma. Check out what this driver has to say after spending an entire year with his truck. He has a few positives to say, but he has a few Toyota Tacoma frustrations he’s had to face.  2017 Toyota Tacoma issues  Rob Daman, the reviewer of …
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The Most Luxurious Compact Pickup Trucks of 2020

The best compact pickup trucks of 2020 can all be had with a bit of luxury. The US News and World Report ranking of the best compact pickup trucks includes three trucks up in the top four that also boast some sweet luxury in their highest trim level. These 3 small pickup trucks are capable …
Toyota Tacoma blazing through the sand

The Toyota Tacoma Is the Best Truck to This Demographic

The 2020 Toyota Tacoma pickup truck is one of the most popular mid-size trucks on the market. It is a reliable workhorse and it comes with exciting designated off-road upgrades. Some say its a bit dated, but that doesn’t stop people from buying them. One gender demographic finds the Toyota Tacoma slightly more appealing than …
the 2021 TRD Pro lineup in lunar rock in a sandy scene

New Toyota TRD Pro Color: Haters Love to Hate

For 2021 Toyota 4Runner, Tundra, Tacoma, and Sequoia TRD Pro models, the new color gets a bit of outer space inspiration. Usually, the exclusive yearly colors are anticipated. But do people actually like the 2021 TRD Pro color? For the 2020 models, we saw Army Green and the 2019 color for TRD Pro models was …
A white 2020 Toyota Tacoma on display at an auto show.

Driver Review: Is the 2019 Toyota Tacoma Dependable?

The 2019 Toyota Tacoma has been out for a while, allowing drivers to test it out. Now we get to assess reviews about how the Toyota Tacoma holds up after getting some miles put on it. While it’s too early to tell how dependable the 2020 Toyota Tacoma is, we can provide a better idea …
2020 Toyota Tacoma off-roading in sand

Is the 2020 Toyota Tacoma Base Model Worth Buying?

Is the cheapest 2020 Toyota Tacoma base model worth buying? Does the base model come with enough standard features to be a valuable choice, or do you need to upgrade to higher trim levels like the Toyota Tacoma TRD Pro for all the bells and whistles? Let’s find out!  What comes with the Toyota Tacoma …
2019 Toyota Tacoma Sport

These Are the Best 2019 Pickup Trucks for Under $30,000

Pickup trucks are a raging segment. They are the embodiment of utility, but these days they are also possible to configure as ultra-luxury vehicles. New pickup trucks, because of this can be crazy expensive. If you go wild with the options on a high trim level it’s not unheard of for a nice new pickup …
Ford Ranger Off-Roading in the desert shows one benefit of an all-wheel-drive powertrain

Decked Decks out Pickup Truck Beds and More

You may have seen the cool advertisements for the Decked pickup truck bed accessory. They fit in most trucks like the Nissan Titan or Ford F-150. But sometimes this grain of aftermarket add-on can turn out to be cheesy. Are Decked drawers an organizer that is actually as cool as it looks? Or should we …
Jeep Gladiator Off Roading

What Is a Locking Differential?

We see it a lot. A locking differential is a desired option for off-roaders like the Toyota Tacoma and the Jeep Wrangler. But what exactly does it mean? Why does it help when you’re out driving on the trails? It’s one of those mechanical concepts that might seem complicated at first but once you realize …
2021 Toyota Tacoma TRD Pro refresh parked in desert

Chevy Colorado and Ford Ranger Lose to Toyota Tacoma

Mid-Size trucks are all the rage right now. In fact, all pickup trucks pretty much are. But, the mid-size truck segment, in particular, is seeing a revival of sorts. The Chevrolet Colorado, Ford Ranger, and Toyota Tacoma have each sliced a good piece of the market pie for themselves. But, the Tacoma has received the …
a white concept SUV that could be inspiration for the subaru unibody pickup truck

Is There a New Subaru Pickup Truck on the Horizon?

Many people loved––or hated––the the quirky yet capable Subaru Baja. Compact pickup trucks are a booming segment these days. Subaru would be crazy not to want a piece of the pickup truck pie. Surely they’ve brainstormed a concept or two to squeeze into the segment. Is there a new Subaru pickup truck on the horizon? …
2021 Toyota Tacoma TRD Pro refresh parked in desert

The 2016 Toyota Tacoma Has Insanely Expensive Issues

The Toyota Tacoma is a great mid-size truck, right? You really can’t go wrong with a used Toyota Tacoma, Right? Wrong. Not every Toyota Tacoma was created equally, and some used models need to be avoided, especially when it comes to the 2016 Toyota Tacoma.   2016 Toyota Tacoma Transmission Problems  According to CarComplaints, which allows …
a deep red all-new Toyota Sienna, rear view in a desert landscape

The Toyota Sienna Will Never Get TRD Off-Road for This Reason

The Toyota Sienna is a faithful family hauler. It takes the the whole crew on long family road trips in comfort––toting everyone’s stuff in the vast cargo that gives minivans their special edge in the market. An available AWD powertrain made the Sienna special for a long time. Now, the Chrysler Pacifica offers that as …
2019 Honda Ridgeline driving down country road

Is the Honda Ridgeline a Pickup Truck?

Whether you are comfortable calling the Honda Ridgeline a pickup truck or not, this utility vehicle has seen some awesome model years. Calling this unibody creature a truck has sparked some controversy over the years. So, is the Honda Ridgeline a pickup truck? Reviews and awards the Ridgeline earned in its youth As far back …
2016 Toyota Tacoma at the 107th Annual Chicago Auto Show at McCormick Place

Real Owners of the 2020 Toyota Tacoma Have Nothing but Praise

Auto reviewers and critics provide useful feedback to car companies, but the best indicator that designers and manufacturers are getting things right comes from the satisfaction of real owners. In spite of the rather lackluster performance scores by the 2020 Toyota Tacoma on Consumer Reports’ road tests, real owners have nothing but praise for one …