Killer Toyota micro-camper provides trapdoor access to rustic abode

Not every German-turned-American expedition vehicle builder at Overland Expo West 2024 was vying for a “most massive vehicle of show” title. New entrant World Travel Vehicles (WTV) out of Durango, Colorado offered one of the show’s most impressive full… Continue reading Killer Toyota micro-camper provides trapdoor access to rustic abode

Rocky’s stunning 225-horsepower 3000GT convertible replica

With manufacturers around the world starting to end production of their iconic internal-combustion-engined automobiles, it might be time to start thinking about one last snarling beast to take into the EV wilderness with you … and this car presents as … Continue reading Rocky’s stunning 225-horsepower 3000GT convertible replica

2025 Toyota 4Runner gets a hybrid, overland kit and … mixed response

Toyota has unveiled the new sixth-generation 4Runner sport utility in three formats: a standard model, a hybrid model, and a trail-ready overlanding model. Not everyone is a fan, however.Continue ReadingCategory: Automotive, TransportTags: Toyota, SUV,… Continue reading 2025 Toyota 4Runner gets a hybrid, overland kit and … mixed response

The Toyota e-Hilux that hasn’t debuted yet turns troopy-like mini-bus

Toyota has been developing an all-electric Hilux pickup in Thailand for over a year, and the prototype truck has now been turned into a slick, little passenger-mover. Like a classic Land Cruiser Troopy, the new mini-bus seats two rows of passengers in … Continue reading The Toyota e-Hilux that hasn’t debuted yet turns troopy-like mini-bus

Toyota’s stout, crazy-modular $12K tiny truck makes enticing mini-RV

First sneak-peeked in late 2022, the Toyota IMV 0 concept grew into one of the most modular vehicles to ever see its way out into the sunlight. And it quickly transformed from rugged, little concept to production sub-Hilux mini-truck as the Hilux Champ… Continue reading Toyota’s stout, crazy-modular $12K tiny truck makes enticing mini-RV

Photo gallery: 2024 New York International Auto Show

One of the largest automotive shows in the world, the New York International Auto Show (NYIAS) happens every year in New York City. For decades, it’s been the home of the World Car of the Year awards and a fulcrum for automotive unveils in North Americ… Continue reading Photo gallery: 2024 New York International Auto Show

The U.S. auto industry’s dirty little secret: plummeting quality

Manufacturing a car involves choreographing hundreds of parts, most of which are created somewhere else, to be at the same spot at the same time for final assembly. Given the widespread adoption of “just in time” manufacturing methodology, it’s underst… Continue reading The U.S. auto industry’s dirty little secret: plummeting quality

Toyota’s new soft humanoid picks things up with its whole body

Most humanoid robots pick things up with their hands – but that’s not how we humans do it, particularly when we’re carrying something bulky. We use our chests, hips and arms as well – and that’s the idea behind Toyota’s new soft robot.Continue ReadingC… Continue reading Toyota’s new soft humanoid picks things up with its whole body