|
Truck News
First Look: 2009 Toyota Tundra Gets New TRD Rock Warrior and Sport Edition Packages By Scott Evans Hot on the heels of special-edition truck releases from Ford and Dodge, Toyota announced two new Toyota Racing Development packages for the 2009 Toyota Tundra. The TRD Rock Warrior and the TRD Sport Edition will give Tundra buyers fresh options tailored to more specific interests. The TRD Rock Warrior will be geared toward off-roaders and gets some suspension modifications along with a wealth of special trim. The Rock Warrior package will only be available on V-8 Tundra 4x4s with either the Crew Cab or Double Cab and will feature a tuned suspension, Bilstein shocks and TRD forged alloy wheels wrapped in BF Goodrich All-Terrain T/A tires. On the outside, it features a body-color front bumper and grille surround, a matte-black rear bumper, fog lamps, TRD Rock Warrior graphics on the side and will only be available in Black or Super White. Inside, the interior has been redone in black cloth and features a custom shift knob and pedal covers. The TRD Sport Edition, on the other hand, will be made for the on-roaders who prefer custom street trucks. The Sport Edition will only come on V-8 Tundra 4x2s and is strictly a cosmetic enhancement package. The Sport Edition features body-colored front and rear bumpers, grille surround, door handles, heated side mirrors, and fog lamps. The TRD Sport Edition also features special side graphics and 20-in. five-spoke alloy wheels and will only come in Black or Radiant Red. Inside, the Sport Edition will be the same as the Rock Warrior, with a black cloth interior, custom shift knob and pedals covers. No pricing has been released yet for the new packages, but Toyota says that information will be released some time between now and the 2009 Tundra's official launch in November. Source: Toyota Toyota Tacoma - 2009 Updates Toyota is offering its compact Tacoma pickup truck in four new colors, but other than a few tweaks to its exterior trim the truck's body remains unchanged. Most updates to the 2009 Toyota Tacoma revolve around safety and comfort features.
Standard Toyota Tacoma Safety Features All 2009 Tacoma pickups come standard with Vehicle Stability Control (VSC) and Traction Control (TRAC). The addition of those two systems makes the Tacoma one of the vehicles equipped with Toyota's STAR Safety system. Other STAR system features include: · -Anti-Lock Brakes · -Electronic Brake Force Distribution · -Brake Assist The 2009 Tacoma was one of just a few small trucks that performed well in crash tests by the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety. Additional features that are now standard on the Tacoma include an automatic limited slip differential, roll-sensing curtain and seat side airbags, and front active headrests (built to help reduce the chance of whiplash). New Tacoma Colors for 2009 Magnetic Gray Barcelona Red Pyrite Timberland
2009 Tacoma Exterior Styling Updates Look for an argent painted grille (grayish metallic) and LED taillamps on the 2009 Tacoma. The Tacoma X-Runner, TRD Offroad and TRD Sport trucks have smoked headlamp trim. Inside 2009 Tacoma Trucks Audio Tacoma trucks are fitted with an enhanced standard audio system for 2009, with an AM/FM radio, auxiliary audio input, an MP3-capable CD player and XM Satellite radio capability. Access Cab and Double Cab trucks have two new ceiling mounted speakers, for a total of six. A six-disc CD changer with XM Satellite Radio and Bluetooh is available for Tacoma Double Cabs. It includes a 3-month subscription to XM. More Interior Changes · New front door trim panel for all Tacomas · Power windows and door locks are standard on Access Cab trucks · Access Cabs have a new rear seat design with center storage and under the seat storage · SR5 trucks have a new seat fabric · Regular Cabs all fitted with a bench seat · A backup monitor is available on Access Cab and Double Cab Tacoma trucks BuyAToyota.com's Interactive Video Click  to view the close out deals available from your local Toyota Dealer
|
