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Associate Editor Tim Esterdahl is a married father of three who enjoys all things automotive including wrenching on his collection of old pickups. He also plays an absurd amount of golf. Like really absurd.

Paint Chip on Hood Due to Grille Contact – TSB

If you own a 2010-2012 Toyota Tundra with a chrome grille, you may want to take a closer look at the corner edges of your hood for paint chips or rub marks. If you notice anything, it may be wise to bring your Tundra to your local Toyota service department.

Paint Chip on Hood Due to Grille Contact - TSB

Do you have paint chips on your hood (1)? If so, you can get it fixed with this TSB.

2007-12 Toyota Tundra Front Brake Vibration – TSB

Owners of Toyota Tundra trucks might have heard about the front brake vibration problem. It was originally a problem with first generation Tundras and mismatched brake calipers. Newer truck owners for years have assumed the issue didn’t apply to them. However, if you have a Tundra manufactured between 2007 and 2012, a new Toyota Service Bulletin, TSB 0131-12, has been released regarding front brake vibration possibly occurring at high speeds.

2007-12 Toyota Tundra Front Brake Vibration - TSB

Does your 2007-12 Toyota Tundra have a front brake vibration during high speeds? If so, then get it fixed with this TSB.

New Platinum Package for 2013 Tundra, But That’s About It

The big news coming out of Toyota for the 2013 Tundra is the addition of the Platinum trim package as a stand-alone option. Sadly, that’s about it on the 2013 model.

New Platinum Package for 2013 Tundra

This the interior of the platinum package for the 2013 Toyota Tundra. Looks nice right?

Need to Tow a Space Shuttle? Toyota Tundra is Your Truck

Toyota recently announced that a stock Toyota Tundra will tow the space shuttle Endeavour during its final journey to the California Science Center on October 13, 2012. Talk about a big tow job!

Toyota Tundra to tow Space Shuttle

A stock Toyota Tundra will tow the space shuttle Endeavour on its final journey to the California Science Center. What a cool project!

Ford Sued Over EcoBoost Fuel-Injection System

Ford is facing a new lawsuit over its use of a fuel-injection system that was patented by another company. The system is used in EcoBoost engine.

Ford Sued Over EcoBoost

Ford is facing a lawsuit over its fuel-injection system used on its EcoBoost engines. Could Ford have stolen the idea?