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    How’s the ride with Coil Rear Suspension Vs. 3rd Gen Leaf Springs?

    This is the first Tacoma to come with coil spring rear suspension on higher trims like TRD Off-Road, TRD Pro, and Limited — and the difference is noticeable. On pavement, the ride is smoother and less bouncy compared to older leaf spring setups. It soaks up bumps better and feels more...
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    4G Tacoma 6-Speed Manual – Who Went Old School

    Toyota surprised everyone by keeping a 6-speed manual transmission option on certain 4th Gen Tacomas (TRD Sport and TRD Off-Road). Who here actually went for it? I’ve been driving manuals for years, and it’s awesome to see Toyota keep it alive. The clutch feel is solid, maybe a little long...
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    i-FORCE vs. i-FORCE MAX – Which Powertrain Did You Choose?

    Now that the 4th Gen Tacoma is here, a lot of us are deciding between the i-FORCE turbo 4-cylinder and the i-FORCE MAX hybrid setup. Both use the same 2.4L engine, but the MAX adds an electric motor for a combined 326 hp and 465 lb-ft of torque. If you’ve driven both, how do they compare in...
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    Full Skid Plate Package For 4th Gen Tacoma From Cali Raised LED

    Nice dude. Looks really good
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    5 Ways Toyota Can IMPROVE Their $63,000 Tacoma TRD Pro...

    How do you think Toyota can improve their Tacoma TRD Pro to be either a little more obtainable, or just worth the price in general? I made a recent YT video sharing my thoughts of what I think Toyota could do. In this video, we go over 5 way that Toyota could improve their 4th Generation Toyota...
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    YotaMafia OPEN HOUSE June 7th 2025!

    Any North West Florida peeps here? YotaMafia is having an OPEN HOUSE on June 7th! I'll be there! It is typically a super awesome time with everyone! Food, drinks, flex ramps, and Tom from OTT will be there as well tuning peoples rigs! Stop on by!
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    5 Reasons I Like My WildTop Soft Truck Cap

    I just posted a video on my Instagram about the 5 reasons why I like my WildTop Soft Truck Cap. Here's the reasons along with the video too. Lightweight Design - One more big reason I’m a fan: it’s super lightweight. Unlike bulky fiberglass or aluminum caps, the WildTop doesn’t weigh your...
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    In Person Look At Wave Maker on 2026 Tacoma TRD Pro

    I’m currently at Toyota’s headquarters and just got a first look at the new 2026 Toyota Tacoma TRD Pro in the brand-new Wave Maker color. Seeing it in person, it’s noticeably different from what we were shown in the teaser images. There’s actually a slight green tint to it that doesn’t really...
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    New 2026 Tacoma TRD Pro Color Revealed: Wave Maker

    Toyota just announced the 2026 TRD Pro exclusive color, and it’s a bold one—Wave Maker. This new shade of blue is bright, loud, and built to stand out, whether you’re on the trail or cruising through town. The color was created by Toyota’s CALTY Design team. After a few years of earthy tones...
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    New 2024 TRD Sport Owner

    Heck ya man! congrats! Loved my SXTH Element one I had on my Tacoma.
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    Tacoma Apple CarPlay update!

    For you iPhone users, IOS 18.4 just gave use a solid update to CarPlay. It looks like those with larger screen Tacomas are now able to have a third row of icons! Finally. I hated the fact that there was 2 rows with giant icons for the longest time. Can 8” screen users confirm this too? Or is...
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    4th Gen Tacoma Pre Runner Review

    I got my hands on a Tacoma Pre Runner while I was in California for a week. Guys, this little truck is awesome. It felt so spunky, super comfortable on the roads, and got up to speed quick while staying decently quiet on the highway. My only gripe about this vehicle, is the fact that the back...
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    WildTop Soft Truck Cap for 4th Gen Toyota Tacoma

    So I recently just installed the WildTop Soft Truck Cap onto my new 4th Gen Tacoma TRD Pro. I wanted to run it for a few weeks before giving you all my thoughts, so since that time has passed, here are my thoughts on this topper. Installation The install process for the most part was fairly...
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    Helped My Neighbor Install These "Fang" Lights

    He got them on Amazon he said. He just picked the cheapest one lol
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