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2019 Chevy ZR2 Bison | Chevrolet

Why the Colorado ZR2 Bison Is Better than the Tacoma TRD Pro

If you like off-roading in desert regions, then the two trucks you’re probably considering are the Toyota Tacoma Pro TRD and the Chevy Colorado ZR2 Bison. Both have great features which make them amazing trucks in their own right, but if you can only afford one, you have to choose between the two. After testing …
2019 Toyota Tacoma TRD Pro

How Off-Road-Capable Is the Toyota Tacoma TRD Pro?

Off-roading isn’t just for the mountains. Some drivers who like to explore the great outdoors in their truck head for the deserts rather than towering hills filled with lakes and streams. For those who prefer sand to trees, finding the perfect truck may be a bit of a challenge, and Toyota rose to the challenge …
2019 Toyota Tacoma SX Package parked in a field

Does the Toyota Tacoma Have Adaptive Cruise Control?

With its good looks, reliability, and excellent resale value, it’s understandable why the Toyota Tacoma continues to be the best-selling mid-size truck in the U.S. Despite all of its advantages, the pickup had been trailing rivals such as the Chevrolet Colorado, the Ford Ranger, and the Honda Ridgeline when it came to modern features. Updates …
2019 Toyota Tacoma TRD Pro

How the Tacoma TRD Pro Performed in MotorTrend’s First Test

Nothing shows a truck’s true potential like taking it on a multiple-day off-roading test in the Mojave Desert. That’s just what Motor Trend did with the 2019 Toyota Tacoma TRD Pro with the goal of seeing how it truly held up when put through its paces. Designed with these exact off-road conditions in mind, Toyota …
2019 Toyota Tacoma SX

2019 vs 2020 Toyota Tacoma: What’s the Difference?

2020 is a new year and that means some new trucks. The Toyota Tacoma, in particular, gets several new features as well as some overall upgrades in a couple of common problem areas. Here’s what’s new with the 2020 Tacoma, sorted by its trims. SR & SR5 trims The SR and the SR5 trims are …
2019 Honda Ridgeline driving down road

Wait, the Toyota Tacoma Is Worse than the Honda Ridgeline?

For drivers looking for pure practicality, a work truck is probably the best bet for them. There are a lot of work trucks to choose from, and almost every automaker has one on the market. But the Toyota Tacoma, despite being one of the best selling pickup trucks in the U.S., is actually a worse …
2019 Toyota Tacoma TRD Pro

Why Is the New Toyota Tacoma TRD Pro So Expensive?

If you only need a truck for light towing work, a compact pickup truck will get the job done while saving you some money from a bigger engine. These trucks are also better for all-terrain adventures because of their lighter mass, which lets drivers get more ground clearance. The base Toyota Tacoma has many standard …
2019 Toyota Tacoma SX Package parked in a field

The New Toyota Tacoma Makes a Terrible Work Truck

The most popular pickup trucks on the market are offered by the Big Three automakers, but there are some great alternatives. One of them is the Toyota Tacoma. It has an impressive payload capacity, sufficient engine power, and tons of features for off-road adventures. The Toyota Tacoma may be an impressive vehicle off the track, …
2019 Toyota Tacoma TRD Pro parked on rocks

Does the Toyota Tacoma Have Apple CarPlay?

Toyota has been a well-respected automaker for decades. The brand is known for making reliable, safe, and technologically-advanced vehicles. But with other automakers adding more and more tech into its pickup trucks, Toyota’s Tacoma has struggled to keep up with America’s best-sellers. Is the new Toyota Tacoma finally ready to compete by offering more technology …
2019 Toyota Tacoma TRD Pro parked on rocks

Watch How 4Hi, 4Lo, and 2Hi Change a 4WD Truck’s Performance

Most passenger cars on the market are equipped with front-wheel drive or rear-wheel drive (also known as 2WD). This means that the engine’s power is routed towards either the two front or back wheels of the car. It’s good for daily driving, but it sometimes lacks the power to deal with hazardous road conditions and …
Team O'Neil Toyota Tacoma: Will it Rally?

The Toyota Tacoma Is a Surprisingly Awesome Rally Truck

Although ‘racing’ may not be the first thing you think of when it comes to pickup trucks, it’s actually quite popular. Although some series are on paved tracks, the vast majority are set on dirt and rocks, the kinds of conditions that many modify their trucks to tackle. Rallying is the exception. Although off-road, rally …
2019 Toyota Tacoma TRD Pro parked on rocks

3 Toyota Tacoma Reviews You Need to Read Before Buying

Truck goodness is worth waiting for, which is definitely true for the 2020 Toyota Tacoma. Originally, dealerships promised to have it on their lots by summer this year. But the word now is that Toyota will release the new Taco sometime this month. With new rivals the Jeep Gladiator and Ford Ranger throwing long shadows, it’s …
2019 Toyota Hilux Pickup | Toyota-00

Why Are the Toyota Tacoma and Hilux Different Trucks?

If you love Toyota trucks or are looking for a great midsize pickup, you’ll want the Toyota Hilux. Unfortunately, in a confusing scenario that is not easily explained, if you live in the US you can’t buy one. So we’re going to drill down to see what the reasons are and why the Tacoma was …