Toyota Tacoma

5 cars with transmissions that are practically indestructible

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5 cars with transmissions that are practically indestructible

When an engine fails, the loss is immediate and usually very obvious through smoke, noise and a loss of some or all power. When a transmission fails, however, it’s much more subtle and insidious, starting with the gears, a jerk here, a shudder there. The next level up would be harsh shifts, culminating in no … Read more

Toyota reliability is becoming more myth than reality

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Toyota reliability is becoming more myth than reality

There is an old saying that it takes years to build a reputation and only moments to damage it. This idea applies to almost every industry, including the automotive world. A single product issue or public scandal can undo decades of careful brand building. As Toyota moves into the middle of the decade, questions are … Read more