Toyota Fortuner

After several delays and announcements, Toyota will finally launch the much awaited Fortuner SUV in the Indian market on 24th August.

Expected to be priced at Rs 20-22 Lakh bracket, the latest from Toyota stable will take the competition from Chevrolet Captiva, Ford Endeavour, Mitsubishi Outlander and Honda CR-V head on.

Built on the Toyota’s modular IMV platform (same as the Innova) the Fortuner will come with a potent 3.0 Litre 4 Cylinder diesel engine developing 163 bhp of maximum power @ 3400 rpm and 343 nm of torque @ barely idle 1400-3200 rpm! The engine will be mated to either a 4-speed automatic transmission for the the higher end variant or a 5-speed manual for the base variant. A premanent all wheel drive is also expected.

Toyota will launch the 2009 variant which has seen minor tweaks and updates compared to the previous model. The 2009 version features new projector headlamps at the front, new fascia, new rear tail lamps, new light sand interiors and electrically adjustable driver seat in the higher end variants.

Newest Toyota Supra photo

Newest Toyota Supra photo

Toyota Trucks Recalled

More than a hundred-thousand Toyota trucks are being recalled by the automaker.

The recall affects the Toyota Tundra, model years 2000 through 2003, and it specifically targets trucks operated in 20 cold-weather states and the District of Columbia.

According to Toyota, the high use of road salt in those regions can lead to excessive corrosion on the car's frame, which could in turn cause the spare tire to separate and fall onto the road.

Owners will receive notices to bring their trucks in for an inspection. Until then, government regulators say owners of the Tundras should remove any spare tires that are mounted under the frame.

2010 Toyota Tundra Unveiled with all-new 4.6-liter V8 engine

2010 Toyota Tundra

Toyota's Tundra full-size pickup showed in Chicago with minor updates for 2010, including styling updates and a more efficient 4.6 liter V8 engine.

The new 4.6 V8 makes 310 horsepower and 327 ft-lb torque, and preliminary fuel economy estimates have it rated at 15/20, according to Toyota. A six-speed automatic transmission is standard equipment.

The Tundra's styling has been tweaked slightly, with new grille and headlamp treatments as well as minor modifications designed to improve its worksite-friendliness. Two new trim packages join the lineup: the top-of-the-line Platinum Package, and the no-frills Work Truck Package. The Platinum Package stands out with chrome bumpers and a billet-style grille, as well as unique 20-inch wheels and special badges. Inside, this luxury pickup gets special trim, perforated leather upholstery, a navigation system, a sunroof and a wood shifter knob, among other high-class appointments. The Platinum Package stickers for $5140 and will enable the Tundra to compete with the luxury trucks from Ford and GMC.

At the opposite end of the spectrum, there's the Work Truck, which is stripped down for ease of purchasing and upgrading by contractors and fleet operators. The Work Truck gets standard black plastic trim, manual windows and a hose-out vinyl interior. Keyless entry and cruise control are removed from the standard package as well, which lowers the MSRP. The Work Truck package will sticker for $550 to $655 less than the base Tundra.

2010 Toyota Tundra Work Truck Package

The 2010 Toyota Tundra Work Truck Package made its debut today at the 2009 San Diego Auto Show.

Aimed at commercial truck buyers, the decontented Work Truck Package is strictly no-frills. It's slated to debut in the spring, priced below the formerly entry-level Tundra Grade model.

The Tundra's front end has been mildly reworked. It wears a new two-bar mesh-style black plastic grille and surround set over a revised front bumper. The rear of the truck sports new plastic taillight covers. The back lamps continue to use incandescent bulbs instead of LEDs.

Vinyl and rubber are the materials of choice inside the truck. The rubber floor features a unique embossed pattern that plays off Toyota's truck division logo and offroad tire tread. The transmission hump running through the cabin floor is covered in a rubber sheet. Replacing cloth, the vinyl seats are surprisingly comfortable and have a durable feel. The ignition key ring and glove box lighting are deleted, along with map and door courtesy lamps. Also removed are cruise control and remote keyless entry as standard features, although separate Work Truck packages will be offered with these features.

The Tundra Work Truck Package will be available on two- and four-wheel-drive regular and Access Cab models, in standard and long-bed configurations with a choice of six-cylinder or eight-cylinder engines. The show truck has the 5.7-liter V-8 under its hood.

According to Toyota's press release, Tundra models equipped with the Work Truck Package are expected to carry a discount that will make them from $550 to $655 less than the Tundra's suggested retail price, depending on the model. For example, a 2009 two-wheel-drive regular cab Tundra with a 4.0-liter V-6 starts at $22,390, which should put the Work Truck Package Tundra in the $21,000 range.

New work truck by Toyota 2010 Tundra

Toyota showed their new prototype of the Tundra at the San Diego Auto Show. According to tundraheadquarters Toyota step-up their time frame. The new Toyota Tundra will have a new 4.6L V8 engine that is based on the 5.7L. This engine will generate 381hp and will replace the nearly 10 year old 4.7L engine.

We hoped on a “big” difference with this new version, but as far we could see, just the tail-lights have been changed. Look on the images below Not even the shape.. but only the inside…

And here the new Toyota Tundra

Well maybe we said enough for now.. below a couple of nice photo’s of this new version.

New Toyota Trucks Toyota Tundra

New Toyota Trucks Toyota Tundra

New Toyota Trucks Toyota Tundra

New Toyota Trucks Toyota Tundra

Toyota Tundra Dually Diesel

I found a couple of interesting videos of this truck, Toyota put together for auto expos. Its a Toyota Crewmax, with a completely stock Hino JO8E 8.0L inline 6. 220 Horsepower 520 foot-pounds of torque. The transmission is a Allison 5-speed manual. If your like me, your probably wondering what Company Hino is. Turns out Toyota owns about 50% of this large Truck manufacturer. Now this was a fun project that Toyota decided to do. It’s not a concept and it’s not going to be a production model. It was probably to get people talking about the Tundra I’m betting if it gathers large crowds and big interest, Toyota will consider to build a production model for the U.S. However, if Toyota is planing on a Diesel Tundra it will Probably have a smaller displacement engine then the 8.0L that came in this Truck. Also the semi-truck wheels and tires are a little over the top. I Think this would be a good move for Toyota to make. I also believe that the first auto manufacturer to build a compact Diesel pick up truck, will sell them faster then they can build them. People would love a 50mpg Tacoma Diesel. (UPDATE: Toyota will be building a Diesel Tundra for the U.S. New article located here, 2010 Toyota Tundra Diesels.)

2010 Toyota Tundra Diesels

Toyota has plans to take on the big three with two new diesel power plants for the Tundra. To combat the new half-ton Dodge, Ford and GM/Chevrolet Diesels, Toyota has a twin turbo 4.5L V8. To go against the heavy duty diesels, Toyota has a 7.0L V8. Both engines should be available in 2010. The smaller 4.5L diesel will also be offered in the Sequoia. With Fuel Prices rising Truck sales are slowing. Toyota just had to lay off 200 temporary workers at a Tundra Plant in Texas. More fuel efficient trucks will sell better. The 4.5L will probably do very well. Here is what the 4.5L looks like.

2010 Toyota Tundra Pickup Truck

Cheaper Tundra ready for Customizing ~ Toyota just released a Work Truck version of the awesome Tundra fullsize truck. It's a lower-priced model aimed at construction workers and landscapers who don't care about items like leather seats, chrome bumpers, and lighted ignition key rings. We only care because the money you save by buying this truck versus a Limited or SR-5 Tundra can be spent modifying areas of the truck you're probably going to change anyway. The Work Truck is available in 4x4 and 4x2 models, with Toyota's awesome 381hp V-8 engine. Here's a list of the changes to the Work Truck:

2010 Toyota Tundra Work Truck Package

The 2010 Toyota Tundra Work Truck Package made its debut today at the 2009 San Diego Auto Show.

Aimed at commercial truck buyers, the decontented Work Truck Package is strictly no-frills. It's slated to debut in the spring, priced below the formerly entry-level Tundra Grade model.

The Tundra's front end has been mildly reworked. It wears a new two-bar mesh-style black plastic grille and surround set over a revised front bumper. The rear of the truck sports new plastic taillight covers. The back lamps continue to use incandescent bulbs instead of LEDs.

Vinyl and rubber are the materials of choice inside the truck. The rubber floor features a unique embossed pattern that plays off Toyota's truck division logo and offroad tire tread. The transmission hump running through the cabin floor is covered in a rubber sheet. Replacing cloth, the vinyl seats are surprisingly comfortable and have a durable feel. The ignition key ring and glove box lighting are deleted, along with map and door courtesy lamps. Also removed are cruise control and remote keyless entry as standard features, although separate Work Truck packages will be offered with these features.

The Tundra Work Truck Package will be available on two- and four-wheel-drive regular and Access Cab models, in standard and long-bed configurations with a choice of six-cylinder or eight-cylinder engines. The show truck has the 5.7-liter V-8 under its hood.

According to Toyota's press release, Tundra models equipped with the Work Truck Package are expected to carry a discount that will make them from $550 to $655 less than the Tundra's suggested retail price, depending on the model. For example, a 2009 two-wheel-drive regular cab Tundra with a 4.0-liter V-6 starts at $22,390, which should put the Work Truck Package Tundra in the $21,000 range.