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so here we are again for another journey for our 2nd 4Runner Platinum. added a few extra options since this will be the wife's first 4Runner and non truck since 2012 with her 2012 Tacoma Dcab V6. also this will be her first non blue vehicle since then also. here is the initial paperwork from...

i was wondering if any of you smarter people would have any insight on this configuration being able to be installed on a 6th gen 4runner. i do know that the new 6th gen has a smaller bore 95 (but you can use a hub centric ring to fill in the gap from 106 down to 95) the bolt pattern is the...

The tragically named The Good Car Dealer in Utah (yes, we get the irony) has been put under the spotlight because of its owner’s business tactics. According to a report by Automotive News, the dealer’s owner, Scott Pryor, has been charged with 15 felonies after he allegedly falsified paperwork...

Toyota’s already rolling out the Texas-built Tundra pickup in Japan. Nissan’s doing the same thing with the Murano, also straight from the States. In a country where big, American-style SUVs and pickups are still a rare sight, these imports are being pitched as something a little different. And...

at least he protected the interior somewhat :)

so i went and ordered some overlay decals for the rear liftgate "TOYOTA" on my 25 4R Platinum in heritage blue. after talking with rich, he decided that the azure blue wasnt a good match for the heritage blue color. so he suggested i use oracal-951 (ice blue) here is a pic of them installed. i...

article : https://caredge.com/guides/ftc-warning-letter-dealers-named-2026 FTC link : https://www.ftc.gov/news-events/news/press-releases/2026/03/ftc-warns-97-auto-dealership-groups-about-deceptive-pricing Dealership Location Parent Group CarEdge Grade Aaron Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram Norco...

just a note for people. the window lock button no longer functions the same way it did in the 5th gen. (i found this out on my trip from ND to ATL) the window lock button only locks out the buttons for all the door switches for all the passenger postions. the door switch panel for the driver...

so i recently went from ND to ATL to go see my mom. its roughly 1750 miles 1-way not including driving around ATL to see a friend and shopping at H-mart and eating at chung dam restaurant. this is my route if you care for it : https://maps.app.goo.gl/a8rDe8tNxth11zaP7 did the trip down in 2.5...

https://arstechnica.com/cars/2026/05/these-clever-active-beam-headlights-are-finally-coming-to-america/ funny how toyota was the first to push the agenda back in 2013 for these new headlights.

not surprised there is only 1 toyota on this list and the one that is was my first choice if i decided not to get a 4runner NOTE : i added the 4runner/sequoia to the list to give a comparison (LC250 isnt listed on toyota website for specs)...

https://www.iseecars.com/fuel-costs-study

“Toyota and our supplier ExxonMobil may experience challenges in fulfilling demand for Genuine Toyota Motor Oil (GTMO) 0W-8 and 0W-16 oils due to production and logistics constraints within the global petrochemical supply chain. While Toyota and ExxonMobil continue to work diligently to maintain...

https://arstechnica.com/cars/2026/05/inside-toyotas-10b-private-utopia-big-ideas-few-people-cameras-everywhere/

https://www.extremetech.com/cars/toyota-turns-its-fanciest-drivers-seat-into-a-3500-ultra-limited-office Toyota has turned the driver's seat from its Crown model into a limited-run office chair for the Japanese market. Only 70 units will be available, but don't feel too bad about missing out...

Toyota Credit Drops the Hammer on Dealer Group More and more car companies seem to be cleaning house, and Toyota Motor Credit Corporation is the latest to do so. According to a report from Automotive News, the captive lender has filed a lawsuit against a Connecticut dealership group, alleging...

For those wondering you can trick the HV hybrid system to use the battery only while using the cruise control. I can usually trick it doing it low speed and on a flat road with no head wind. the engagement is tricky as i cant get it to do it consistently. I have to let off the gas and hit the CC...

has anyone seen these before ??? auto retracting steps on a rock rail install https://atmforged.com/

just got rid of those utterly crap useless grantrek pt5a tires that came on the platinum. did a short drive up to 55 mph and it was like night and day ride quality. got a $50 b-day gift card discount and was cheaper than discount tire after fee's and tire protection plan. also submitted $80...