Author Archive for Tim Esterdahl
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.
2014 Toyota Highlander Limited Review – Impressive SUV
Toyota has redone the Highlander and it is quite the improvement. This SUV is one of the best vehicles I have driven in a while. Here is my review.
The all new Toyota Highlander has great styling throughout especially the exterior.
Toyota Tundra Production Capacity Could Grow – Chicken Tax Update
The Trans-Pacific Partnership talks are heating up and the Chicken Tax is a big part of the negotiations. If the tax is dropped, could Toyota shift Tacoma production to Japan and increase the Tundra truck production capacity? This is just one of many possibilities.
Toyota has a production capacity issue in Texas. If the Chicken Tax is dropped, they could shift Tacoma production and vastly grow the Tundra’s production.
Akio Toyoda – Acceleration Recalls Are Turning Point
The record $1.2B fine Toyota recently paid to settle criminal probes into the unintended acceleration issue have a silver lining according to Toyota President Akio Toyoda. It is a turning point for them and the industry. Toyota consumers can expect more ticky-tacky recalls and a re-commitment to quality. Get ready for a new Toyota.
Toyota is paying a large fine to settle a criminal probe. This settlement will bring many changes to the company.
2015 Toyota Tundra TRD Pro – Denver Auto Show Closeup
We got the chance to see the new 2015 Toyota Tundra TRD Pro up close at the 2014 Denver Auto Show. One thing is for sure, these vehicles are getting a lot of attention.
The TRD Pro Tundra on display at the 2014 Denver Auto Show.
Toyota Issues Tech Tip – 2014 Tundra Pickups Park Assist Issue
Toyota has issued a tech tip to make technicians aware of a possible issue with the park assist system and a steel bumper. The system is triggering a false reading if the clip isn’t installed correctly.
Toyota has issued a tech tip to address false readings with the park assist system.
