Author Archive for Jason Lancaster
Jason Lancaster is the editor and founder of TundraHeadquarters.com. He has nearly a decade of experience on the retail side of the auto industry, and another decade of experience of the part and accessory side of the industry.
Car and Driver Long Term Tundra Review
Car and Driver published their long-term review of the Tundra a few days ago, and we thought we’d share the highlights:
There were lots of good comments from the review:
- “There were eight scheduled maintenance visits [with] a tab of $628, which…compares favorably with our most recent long-term full-size pickup, a Nissan Titan“
- “our test truck managed the 5000- and 6000-pound loads (flatbed trailer plus car) hitched up by some of our club racers without even breathing hard“
- “the logbook reflected generally high praise for the Tundra
Not So Big Three Need Money From Mom and Dad
At some point in our lives, we’ve all had to ask for a loan from mom and dad. For most of us, that stopped in our teen years. For GM, Ford, and Chrysler, it turns out that the “big bad global economy” is just too much to handle. They need $50,000,000,000 dollars “to make it until next pay-day.”
That’s right – $50 billion dollars in low-interest loans are needed to facilitate investment in “fuel-efficient vehicles.” A loan for “fuel-efficient vehicle technologies” is code for “we need money or we’re going to file bankruptcy and come live in the basement.”
Besides, since when do businesses need help investing in building cars that will actually sell?! GM, Ford, and Chrysler need money so they can build something that consumers want? Let me see if I understand:
1) The not-so-big three surrendered tremendous market share and world manufacturing dominance by building a terrible product between 1970 and 1995, all the while screwing the poor saps that bought their product (mostly the American consumer).
2) The not-so-big three then decide to start closing plants and tossing the American autoworker out on his or her ass between 1985 and the present.
3) The no-so-big three need low interest federally backed loans or they’re going to go under? What happens if they do go under – will the American consumer and/or autoworker have to pay for that too?
Here’s the deal America – it’s time to let one of these not-so-big three bite the dust. No more blind loyalty to an inferior product, no more handouts, no more bailouts, no more loans. Enough.
Learn how to run a profitable business or die – that’s the American way.
Devin’s Righteous Regular Cab
TundraNetwork member Devin Barras uploaded some pictures of one of the nicest regular cab Tundras we’ve ever seen. Check it out:
Here’s what Devin has done to trick out his truck:
6 Reasons A Truck Is Better Than A Hybrid
It seems as though the media is in love with the idea of hybrid vehicles as the “environmental savior” that will deliver us all from the specter of global warming and ecological disaster. As a pickup owner, you may be tired of hearing all the reasons why a hybrid is the ultimate in street credibility. But if you stop and think, there are clearly a number of ways in which your Tundra is superior to any hybrid on the road today. Let
NEW – Made In America Tundra Stickers!
Are you tired about hearing that your Toyota Tundra is a “foreign” truck? Despite a mountain of evidence that the Tundra is one of the most American trucks on the market, people still make ignorant comments about the Tundra’s lineage. Time to shut them up…
Finally, after months of procrastination, we’ve got some Made In America stickers for the Toyota Tundra!
If your VIN number starts with “5TB”, than your truck was made in Princeton, Indiana. This is the sticker you’ll want:
Sells for $3.99 on CafePress.com.
If your VIN number starts with “5TF”, than your truck was made in San Antonio, Texas. This is the sticker you’ll want:
Sells for $3.99 on CafePress.com.
Finally, here’s a Made in the USA bumper sticker for any Tundra owner.
Sells for $4.99 on CafePress.com.
If you buy 1 sticker, economy shipping costs $1. If you buy 2 stickers, economy shipping is only $1.30. If anyone wants to buy in bulk (dealerships we’re talking to you), contact us and we will make that option available.
Next time someone makes a comment about your truck, show them the sticker.
Place your order now – operators are standing by! 🙂
