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Toyota introduces 2022 Toyota Tundra pickup with new i-FORCE MAX hybrid option

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Toyota has introduced the new third-generation Tundra full-size pickup with two different powertrain configurations. Using the SPORT or SPORT+ settings under Drive Mode Select, i-FORCE MAX makes use of the electric motor’s instantaneous responsiveness. The maximum towing capacity for Tundra increases 17.6%

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Toyota Alabama sole producer of hybrid-electric twin-turbo V6 and twin-turbo V6 for new Tundra

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Toyota Motor Manufacturing, Alabama (TMMAL) held an event to mark the first of Toyota’s latest engine products for the all-new 2022 Tundra ( earlier post ) to come off the production line. The all-new 2022 Tundra goes on sale later this year. The standard i-FORCE 3.5L twin-turbo produces up to 389 horsepower and 479 lb-ft of torque.

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Rivian launches $5,000 gas car trade-in deal for Earth Day

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Rivian has launched a unique new trade-in discount on its vehicles in celebration of Earth Day, offering $5,000 off for those who trade select gas vehicles in for a new R1T or R1S. The post Rivian launches $5,000 gas car trade-in deal for Earth Day appeared first on TESLARATI.

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Rivian is offering discounts up to $5k off a new R1 when you trade in your dusty old gas vehicle

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In honor of Earth Day, Rivian has introduced a new “Electric Upgrade” offer, where new customers can take advantage of varying discounts on an R1S or R1T EV for trading in certain combustion models. There are other terms to qualify; learn more below. Learn more here. FTC: We use income earning auto affiliate links.

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Toyota recalls over 280,000 vehicles due to unexpected movement

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The recall applies to a total of 280,663 vehicles, including some Toyota Tundra, Tundra Hybrid, Sequoia Hybrid and Lexus LX600 vehicles built between 2022 and 2024. ” “Battery electric vehicles do not represent the only way to achieve carbon neutrality,” Toyoda added. What are your thoughts?

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2023 Toyota Sequoia Review – Comfortable Yet Cold

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The Sequoia’s styling follows the blocky look of Toyota’s full-size Tundra truck. The look works better on the outside than it does on the Tundra – and better on the Sequoia’s outside than its inside. liter twin-turbo V6 when the hybrid’s gas motor comes alive. So, let’s kill two birds – trees? with one stone.

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Ford used Alaska’s trickiest terrain to test the F-150 Lightning’s all-season capability

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Ford is preparing for the first deliveries of its all-electric pickup the F-150 Lightning this Spring. The environment also provided another challenge: extremely cold temperatures, which are not always friendly to electric powertrains. F-150 Lightning in the snow is a very different ballgame compared to gas vehicles.

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