August 31, 2026 6 minute read
Installing a bed cap on your 4th Gen Toyota Tacoma can silently disable your digital rearview mirror camera, bed camera, and third brake light. Learn the professional, reversible wiring solution using GG OFFROAD components and a donor camera strategy that restores full functionality without cutting factory wiring.
August 24, 2026 4 minute read
Discover five simple, DIY-friendly upgrades for the 2024+ Toyota Tacoma that transform its nighttime look and functionality — from multi-color puddle lights to a heads-up display Toyota never offered from the factory. Perfect for Tacoma owners and overlanders looking to level up their truck's interior and exterior lighting.
August 17, 2026 6 minute read
Follow along as a 2025 Toyota Tacoma Trailhunter gets a complete OPENROAD aluminum truck cap installation, from panel assembly and sealing to factory-circuit lighting integration. The cap is then put through hose testing, car-wash testing, real thunderstorms, and a genuine overland trip to Sleepy Creek Wildlife Management Area to see if it holds up.
August 10, 2026 5 minute read
The SXTH Element ARB Bed Step Relocation Bracket worked great on a 2025 Tacoma Trailhunter—until the original bolts turned out to be slightly too short. This follow-up documents the full hardware fix, from unpublished test-fit footage to SXTH Element's final matched bolt-and-nyloc solution, ensuring Trailhunter and TRD Pro owners get a proper factory recovery point and bed step install.
July 21, 2026 5 minute read
Hitting 100,000 miles on your 3rd Gen Toyota Tacoma means it's time for critical cooling system maintenance. This DIY guide walks through a complete radiator drain and fill using Toyota Super Long Life Coolant on a 2018 TRD Sport, covering everything from drain points to bleeding air from the system.
July 13, 2026 5 minute read
Toyota just announced a $3.6 billion expansion at its San Antonio plant, shifting Tacoma production from Baja California to Texas by 2030. We break down what this means for build quality, examine NHTSA complaint trends including brake hose and driveshaft recalls, and ask the big question: will Texas-built Tacomas finally solve the quality concerns owners have been reporting?
June 30, 2026 4 minute read
Learn how to quickly test your Toyota Tacoma's brake fluid for moisture contamination in just a few seconds. This simple preventative maintenance check can help you decide whether a brake fluid flush is needed before bigger problems develop, especially for 2016-2023 3rd Gen Tacoma owners.
June 23, 2026 6 minute read
Discover the complete ARK TrixPoly protection lineup for your 2024+ Toyota Tacoma, including Splash Guards, Mud Flaps, Micro Flares, and the Front Crash Bracket Delete. This DIY-friendly upgrade guide covers everything you need to protect your truck from mud, rocks, and road debris while maintaining that clean OEM+ look.
June 16, 2026 4 minute read
Learn how to replace the serpentine belt on your 2016-2023 Toyota Tacoma 3.5L V6 with this step-by-step DIY guide. From spotting worn belt symptoms to proper belt routing and installation, this driveway-friendly job can save you from a roadside breakdown.