TOYOTA JUST BROKE SILENCE ON THEIR SMALL "STOUT" PICKUP

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The video discusses the strong market demand for a small, entry-level pickup truck in the US, exemplified by the Ford Maverick's success. Toyota executives acknowledge dealer and customer requests for such a vehicle, smaller than the Tacoma and Tundra, but remain tight-lipped about development timelines. The reviewer highlights Toyota's testing of the Ford Maverick and the potential of their own EPU concept, suggesting a hybrid or plug-in hybrid (PHEV) variant would be a hit. The discussion then shifts to Toyota's broader PHEV strategy, aiming for a tenfold increase in availability by 2030, with a focus on performance and extended electric range. Finally, the video touches upon a recall affecting nearly half a million Toyota Tundra trucks due to a lighting issue. The reviewer expresses enthusiasm for a potential Stout PHEV, citing its efficiency and dual-car nature, but notes current PHEV pricing as a significant barrier.