Honda may be a knight in shining armor to Nissan in Japan, but here in the US, it's turning to Toyota for help.

One thing Toyota trucks have never been, however, is fuel-efficient. Even dramatic steps for the current generations, like ...

The Toyota Tacoma faces more competition than ever. Yet it continues to dominate American roads, dirt and everywhere else.

It goes without saying almost that this sprays a little mud in Toyota's face, since, well, the Tacoma—like other midsize trucks—is marketed as a rugged, go-anywhere personal adventure machine.

Toyota’s mid-size truck dominates the market ... and a black-painted cat-back performance exhaust that gives the truck a little bit more growl and enhances the performance theater.

It goes without saying almost that this sprays a little mud in Toyota's face, since, well, the Tacoma — like other midsize trucks — is marketed as a rugged, go-anywhere personal adventure machine.

with a little winglet above the light unit for likely improved aero efficiency. More Toyota news: Toyota Tacoma truck recalled for excessive dirt build-up Need a break? Play the USA TODAY Daily ...