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I finally did a real-world side-by-side test between the 4th Gen Tacoma Trailhunter factory onboard air and a serious aftermarket air system after multiple trail days — and I honestly didn’t expect the outcome. I actually like Toyota’s onboard air for convenience. It’s clean, integrated, and...

Hey everyone 👋 I wanted to share something I learned after spending a lot of time wiring accessories on my 4th Gen Toyota Tacoma using the factory prewired AUX switches. Toyota actually did a solid job giving us AUX 1–4 from the factory — but I realized pretty quickly that how you use each one...

If you own a 2025 Toyota Tacoma, you’ll want to hear this. Toyota has officially announced a driveshaft recall for select 4th-Gen models — but that’s not the whole story. We have lots of complaints! In my latest video, I break down: 🎥 Watch here: ✅ Which trims are affected ✅ Common symptoms...

Hey everyone — Rob here from @SmokyMtnTaco 👋 I’ve been running a 2025 Tacoma Trailhunter Hybrid for a while now, but I decided to rent a 2025 TRD Off-Road to see how it really stacks up — same roads, same driver, no dealership fluff. Before the big road trip, I did a full side-by-side...

Hey everyone — Rob here from @SmokyMtnTaco 👋 I just finished installing the Auxbeam Vibrant Series RGB Rock Light Kit on my 2025 Toyota Tacoma Trailhunter, and this one turned out clean. No drilling. No splicing. Just magnetic mounts, Toyota’s factory prewired AUX 3 switch, and power...

So Toyota gave us AUX 1, 2, 3, and 4 prewired switches — which is awesome… but let’s be honest, they’re pretty boring out of the box. I decided to do something fun about it. 😎 I pulled AUX 2 and replaced it with a Sasquatch switch that now controls my Auxbeam driving pods, and swapped AUX 4...

Hey everyone — Tacoma thefts are getting worse, and thieves are using some pretty advanced tricks to do it. They’re not breaking windows anymore… they’re using relay boxes, CAN bus injections, and OBD port hacks to steal trucks in under two minutes — even with the keys sitting safely inside...

Hey guys, One of the biggest questions I keep hearing is: “How in the world do you jumpstart a Tacoma Hybrid?” The 12V battery is hidden under the rear driver’s seat — not exactly easy to access when you’re stuck. I just dropped a video showing the fast and safe way to jumpstart any...

Hey everyone, I finally ditched the OEM bed mat on my 2025 Tacoma Trailhunter — and let me tell you, I should’ve done this Day 1. The OEM mat slid around like crazy (even in a car wash), and the cheap Amazon tailgate mat I tried made the truck look like I glued a rubber shower mat to it. Total...

What’s up everyone, I just finished a video going over what I think are 12 must-have mods for the 2025 Tacoma Trailhunter. These aren’t just flashy add-ons — they’re practical upgrades that make a difference on the trail and in everyday use. This video will drop at 11:30AM EST On September...

Hey everyone, Took the new 2025 Tacoma Trailhunter out this week and things got a little… messy. Ended up completely buried in 2 feet of mud 😬. Luckily, I had Maxtrax boards on deck and the Trailhunter’s power did the rest. I filmed everything with the drone — so you get the full view of how...

What’s up, Taco fam — I just dropped a new video on the 2025 Toyota Tacoma Trailhunter, and if you think you’ve already seen it all... think again. This isn’t just a review — it’s a full feature breakdown, night ops lighting demo, and a deep dive into the hidden Easter eggs Toyota slipped...

This run was supposed to be a quick recon in the ’24 Tacoma Trailhunter — just a little taste of Dick’s Creek in Unicoi, TN. Instead… I left with soaked boots, a Tacoma covered in real trail scars, and a drone still stuck in a tree. Dick’s Creek was running deep, and I got to see firsthand how...

Hey everyone — if you're looking to armor up your 2024+ Tacoma for serious off-road use, overlanding, or just daily protection, I just dropped a video that walks through my top DIY armor mods after real-world testing on the trail. 🔧 Featured Mods in the Video: DIY Magnetic Trail Armor...

Just dropped a new video on my YouTube channel SmokyMtnTaco where I take my 2025 Tacoma Trailhunter up Stone Mountain (elevation 3,606 ft) deep in the Cherokee National Forest near Cocke County, TN. This trail is no joke after a heavy rainstorm — rated a 2–3 on difficulty, with steep rocky...

? Just dropped a new video breaking down 10 *simple and insanely* useful mods for the 2024–2025 Toyota Tacoma! Whether you’re building a TRD Sport, TRD Off-Road, SR5, Trailhunter, or TRD Pro — these upgrades are fully DIY. From functional mods Toyota *should’ve included* from the factory, to...

I installed Ark Mud Flaps on my 2025 Tacoma Trailhunter — then took them straight into deep mud, water, and ruts to see if they’re worth it. ? Full install walkthrough (front & rear) ⚠️ What Ark doesn’t tell you in the instructions ?️ Trail test results under real abuse ? 4th Gen Tacoma...

? Unlock Hidden Factory Power in Your 2024+ Tacoma! Toyota quietly included a way to deliver always-on power via a prewired AUX connector in the engine bay of the 4th Gen Tacoma, but they never told us! In this video, I show you exactly how to wire up Raptor lights (Some people love them...

Did Toyota forget the driver? That’s what I asked after a few weeks in my 2025 Tacoma Trailhunter. While the 4th Gen Tacoma brings huge improvements, it suffers with almost no interior storage — especially in hybrids. So I was out looking for storage solutions... And I didn't see this one...

Hey everyone — if you're looking to upgrade your 2024+ Tacoma with something that's actually useful and OEM-style clean, this one’s for you. I just dropped a step-by-step video on installing OEM MOLLE panels in the truck bed, and it seriously transforms what you can do with your rig. Whether...