Toyota is a brand that needs no introduction as the second largest automotive manufacturer in the world. At 8020 Media, we hold a special place in our hearts for Toyotas. As such, we have written dozens of Toyota-specific articles ranging from technical articles like our 2GR-FKS engine guide to buyer-focused guides like our Toyota Camry vs Corolla article. Be sure to browse through our Toyota content, as we likely have what you are looking for.
When it comes to building efficient, smooth, and nearly indestructible engines, Toyota falls near the top of the pile. From dependable turbocharged 4-bangers like the 3S-GTE to screaming V10s like the 1LR-GUE found in the Lexus LFA, you can’t say that Toyota doesn’t know their way around an engine. The same can be said for…
Though it does not often get a lot of attention, Toyota’s 2TR-FE engine is the epitome of solid. Toyota initially released the engine in 2004, and it is still in use today. They have primarily used it for the European and Japanese markets, but the 2.7 liter 2TR-FE has also found its way stateside inside…
It’s no secret that there is a huge appeal to pick-up trucks. As far as consumer vehicles go, there isn’t anything quite as practical, especially if you spend a lot of time moving stuff from one place to another. The average standard truck bed is around 6.5 feet long and 5.3 feet wide, making a…
The Toyota 4Runner is one of the best-selling off-road capable SUVs in the world. It isn’t hard to see why that is. For over 40 years, Toyota has combined reliability, trail-tackling performance, and overall comfort into a single package. There aren’t many other options out there that can say the same. While 5th Gen 4Runners…
In recent years, the financial markets have been anything but predictable. Case in point, the absolute bonkers current used car market. Used cars with higher mileage and more years are actually selling for more now than they did three years ago. In many cases, cars just one or two years old are as expensive as…
One type of engine type stands out due to its curious placement in a large number of legendary sportscars. The inline 6 engine was introduced to the world in 1903, a few years prior to the implementation of a V6 engine in a vehicle. The inline 6 engine configuration is perhaps less common in modern…
Unless you’ve been living under a rock, there’s no doubt that you’ve heard of the Toyota Supra. If you’re over 50 years old there’s a good chance that one of your neighbors had a Mark II or Mark III back in the 80s. If you’re under 50, the Mark IV has likely made its mark…
The Supra intake manifold is more than suitable for stock power levels and average builds, but for those wanting more than 600 whp an aftermarket intake manifold can really help with top-end power. That’s why one of the best 2JZ upgrades is to the intake manifold. You will gain horsepower while shedding weight and improving…
The Toyota Supra 3.0’s can handle more than 600whp while maintaining reliability. And without needing more than just a few thousand dollars worth of performance upgrades. Leveraging BMW’s B58 engine platform, the Supra is extremely stout and has proven to be capable of producing power levels in the four digits. In this guide we’re going…
Sometimes, cars come around that you just know are going to be special. It’s funny, quite a few of those timeless classics came from a specific place at a specific time. In this case, we’re talking about Japan in the 1990s. During the time, Japanese manufacturers had their priorities straight as far as affordable, powerful,…
The A90 Supra is the most recent iteration of one of Toyota’s most famous performance models. The Supra is a JDM legend for many reasons, and the Mark V is shaping up to slot right in. While the A90 is quite different than the Supras of the past, it is still a turbocharged 6-cylinder beast…
The Toyota 5.7 is one of the most reputable and respected SUV/Truck engines in the modern automotive market. Toyota has utilized the 5.7 for the past 14 years. With extreme reliability and exceptional performance capabilities, it is difficult to find too many flaws associated with these engines. However, no engine is perfect or entirely bulletproof….
