Review: 2025 Toyota Hilux Invincible X (manual)
We test the 2025 Toyota Hilux Invincible X manual in the UK. Driving feel, off-road ability, muddy dogs, tech niggles and hybrid options explained.
Why My ‘96 Toyota Surf Warms You Better Than Most New Cars
Instant heat, clear screens and no nonsense. Why the heater in a 1996 Toyota Surf embarrasses many new cars.
All-new Hilux makes European debut at the 2026 Brussels Motor Show
Toyota reveals the ninth-generation Hilux, now available with mild-hybrid diesel or full electric power, without losing its rugged edge.
Deux Smurf Diaries: The Story So Far
Our 1996 Toyota Hilux Surf turns 30. A decade of ownership, green-laning, mods, maintenance and memories with Deux Smurf.
A Day in Deux Smurf
We take our 1996 Toyota Hilux Surf green-laning to see how it stacks up against today’s tech-packed 4x4s. Spoiler: she’s still got it.
Sibling Rivalry
Can a 20-year-old Land Cruiser keep up with the new LC250? A green-laning trip across Bootle Fell shows both Toyotas are still tough as nails.
Review: 2025 Toyota RAV4 PHEV
Is the 2025 Toyota RAV4 PHEV still worth buying? We test its comfort, EV range, practicality and off-road ability in this honest UK review.
Toyota Land Cruiser powers into 2026 with first electrified powertrain
Toyota’s Land Cruiser goes 48V for 2026, adding refinement without losing its legendary off-road strength. Invincible trim, diesel power, full capability.
Do We Really Need Suspension Flex Anymore?
Do modern 4x4s still need suspension flex? Discover how electronics, traction aids and modern setups beat old-school articulation off-road.
Review: 2025 Toyota Yaris Cross GR Sport
We put the new Yaris Cross GR Sport through its paces. It's got more poke and a fancy badge, but will it handle a proper trip to the woods?
Review: 2025 Toyota Land Cruiser Commercial
Rugged meets practical: our 2025 Land Cruiser Commercial review explores off-road grit, cargo space, comfort, and cost.
Review: 2025 Toyota Land Cruiser First Edition
£80k+, a droning diesel, loads of dash nags and huge tax bills – but is the new Prado still a proper Land Cruiser? We find out…
Toyota announces the all-new Land Cruiser Commercial
All you need to know about Toyota’s new Land Cruiser Commercial.
Review: 2025 Toyota C-HR PHEV Excel 2.0
It’s sharp, posh and goes electric for 41 miles – but can the 2025 C-HR PHEV Excel cope with muddy paws, camping kit and a northern lifestyle?
The new Toyota Aygo X Hybrid: even more fun, even more efficient
Aygo goes hybrid! Toyota’s diddy city car grows up with more poke, less puff, and just enough space for camping clobber or a small muddy mutt.
Green Laning: Wandering in Wales
A green-laning adventure through the stunning Welsh countryside, exploring rugged tracks, tackling river crossings, and enjoying the camaraderie of fellow 4x4 enthusiasts.
New GR Sport II leads Toyota Hilux 2024 line-up
Order books open this week for the 2024 Toyota Hilux range, led by the new Hilux GR Sport II.
The all-new Toyota Land Cruiser: a modern master true to its roots?
More details of the all-new Light Duty Land Cruiser 250 have emerged…
Review: 2023 Toyota Hilux GR Sport
I don’t think it would presumptuous of me to assume that everyone reading this will know what the Toyota Hilux is, after all, it’s been with us for over 50 years, and in that time has gained an enviable reputation for both ruggedness and reliability.
So what’s with the GR Sport moniker?
The New Toyota Hilux Gets An Arctic Truck Make-Over
Based on the recently launched 2.8 litre Invincible X Double Cab, the new Hilux AT35 features a host of extensive chassis, suspension, handling and styling upgrades typical of an Arctic Truck build.