Element Full Skid Plates Review
Complete Lightweight Aluminum Package For Tacoma If you’ve been following along with the Trail Tacoma build, you already know that I’m running a full skid plate setup from Element. This…
3rd Gen
3rd Generation Toyota Tacoma (2016-2023) is classified as a midsized pickup and is produced in the U.S. and Mexico. In this 3rd Gen Tacoma mod category, you will find many different modifications. We cover everything; Exterior, Interior, Lighting, Performance, Recovery Gear, Sound Systems, Accessories, Lift Kits, and so much more! If you are looking for step by step installs, premium aftermarket parts, or factory Toyota part alternatives, start here.
OEM Audio Speaker Upgrade Review
Plug-And-Play Front & Rear Speakers For 3rd Gen Tacoma The stock speakers in the 2nd and 3rd Gen Toyota Tacomas are seriously lacking when it comes to sound clarity, loudness…
USR Replica TRD Pro Tail Lights Review
An Affordable Upgrade To Black Out Your Housings I think most people in the Tacoma world are in search of a chrome delete option for their personal rigs. I know…
Relations Race Wheels V1 Rock Slider Review
DOM Steel, Bolt-On Rocker Panel Protection For Your Tacoma There is no shortage of rock sliders on the market. In fact, it’s probably one of the most common and foundational…
Icon RXT Multi Rate Leaf Pack Review
Setup That Grows With Your Build, 3 Different Weight Settings Add major performance gains to your rear suspension for just about any Tacoma setup with the Icon RXT user-adjustable multi-rate…
Dirt King Performance Lower Control Arms Review
Ultimate Factory Geometry Suspension Upgrade For 2nd/3rd Gen Tacoma So… you were probably cruising the internet looking at parts to increase the value, performance and reliability of your 3rd Gen…
C4 Fabrication Overland Series Front Bumper
Newer Plate Bumper Option For The 3rd Gen Tacoma When it comes to aftermarket armor for the Toyota Tacoma, 4Runner, and even Tundra, there’s one name that remains at the…
1UP 2″ Heavy Duty Double Review
Hitch Mounted Dual Bike Carrier For Tacoma In the mountain bike community, Tacomas seem to be the go-to option for many of us because of their size, reliability and off-road…
DuroBumps Bump Stops & U-Bolt Flip Kit Review
Complete Bump Stop Upgrade For 2nd & 3rd Gen Tacoma Jumping into suspension and all of its components can be overwhelming. There are a plethora of moving parts that although…
OEM Audio Plus System 500 Review
3rd Gen Tacoma Specific Plug & Play DSP Amplifier & Subwoofer While the Toyota Tacoma is arguably the best mid-size truck on the market, it leaves quite a bit to…
AL Offroad Trailgate Review
Upgrade Your Uneven Tailgate Panel With This Aluminum Option Have you ever told a friend to hold your drink before going full send? Well, the friendship with your 2nd or…
LASFIT Map, Dome & License Plate LED Bulbs
Affordable Interior & Exterior LED Bulb Upgrades If you’ve ever accidentally dropped something while driving your Tacoma at night, then you’ll understand how annoying it is to try and search…
Black Emblem Overlay Kit For 3rd Gen Tacoma
Easy To Install Chrome Delete Kit For Truck Badging Why would you want to cover those chrome badges? First off, let me be honest, I am not a fan of…
BomberStrap Review
Tailgate Pad Bike Carrier For Easy & Secure Transport Mountain biking and Toyota Tacomas go together like tacos and Tuesdays. The Toyota Tacoma is the preeminent adventure vehicle, so it’s…
LASFIT H11 High Beam Review
LED Bulb Upgrade For Weak OEM High Beam Output Just about every Tacoma owner I have talked to has shared one common complaint about their rigs: the stock halogens that…
BillieBars Bed Bars Review
Minimalist Bed Rack That Works With Tonneau Covers Camping, overlanding and bed racks are pretty synonymous in today’s world. Once you start to use your truck on the trail, you…
USR Map & Dome Lights Review
Complete Replacement For Your Map & Dome Light Housings When it comes to interior lighting, many manufacturers choose to skimp on output. Why? Your guess is as good as mine….
LASFIT Reverse Light Bulbs Review
Upgrade Weak Factory Bulbs For Better Output Being able to see behind your truck when reversing is key. This is especially true if you have tinted windows or a camper…
Element Belly Skid Plates Install
Front, Mid & Transfer Case Aluminum Option For Tacoma There are a few modifications that I would consider essential. Tires, lift and armor. Probably in that order. If we’re talking…
Element Gas Tank Skid Plate Install
All Aluminum Fuel Tank Protection With Simple Installation Skid plates. If you’re doing any kind of overlanding or off-roading, skid plates are a great investment. You could argue that the…
14 Best Rock Sliders For 2nd & 3rd Gen Tacoma
Most Popular Rock Slider Options By Style, Design & Types If you’re in the market for sliders you might be overwhelmed with the different types and options available. Kickout or…
MBRP XP Cat Back Exhaust Review
High Clearance Exhaust For Off-Roading For 3rd Gen Tacoma The MBRP XP Series 3″ Cat-Back, Turn Down, T409 exhaust adds performance and an aggressive “throaty” sound to your Tacoma. Made…
CSF High Performance Radiator Review
Improve Engine & Transmission Cooling With A Billet Radiator Let’s talk about cooling. Proper cooling is essential. It’s not only to prevent damage from overheating but, also, to protect your…
Outer Tie Rod End Replacement 2nd & 3rd Gen Tacoma
How To Diagnose & Replace A Bad Outer Tie Rod On Your Truck Tie rod ends are meant to last several years and tens of thousands of miles, but sadly,…
Hobbs OffRoad Freedom Bed Rack Review
Cab Height Option That’s Made In America **This company is no longer operational.** Bed racks are a must-have item for the Tacoma. The sleek design and the endless accessory options…
Barricade Offroad HD Rear Bumper Review
Bolt On Bumper With Parking Sensor Compatibility Have you been eyeballing a bumper for your Tacoma? I know that from the moment I did the first modification to my truck,…
Sound Deadening Your Truck
A Beginner’s Guide to Soundproofing – What To Expect & Consider So you’ve got your Tacoma and might have added some louder, more aggressive tires, maybe you just want a…
Relations Race Wheels RR6-H Review
Popular Wheel Choice With Optional Beadlock & Protection Rings One of the latest, and quite possibly greatest, additions to my Tacoma is a set of the matte black RR6-H wheels…
ATH Fab High Clearance Rear Bumper Review
Steel Rear Bumper That Seriously Improves Departure Angle Let’s take a look at one of the popular options for rear bumpers on the 3rd Gen Tacoma. I will be giving…
Company Highlight: Relations Race Wheels (RRW)
High Quality Off-Road Wheels For Several Toyota & Lexus Models As you may already know, at Trail Tacoma, we cover the latest and greatest products, installs, reviews, epic off-road trip…
Vinyl Wrapping Your Roof
Protecting Your Truck When Adding A Rack Or For Aesthetics Adding a roof rack will drastically change the look of your Tacoma and increase the ability to outfit for exploration….
SnugTop Super Sport Review
Fiberglass Topper That’s Loaded With Optional Features Many months ago, I decided that I needed to get some sort of cover for the bed of my 2017 Tacoma TRD Sport…
Raptor Lights For TRD Pro Grille
LED Marker Kit That Fits OEM & Replica Pro Grilles In a separate article, you may have seen us cover the TRD Pro grille install/review. In this post, we will…
Replica TRD Pro Grille Review
Popular First Mod – Get The TRD Pro Look On A Budget! One of the easiest, and most popular modifications to start with on the 3rd Gen Tacoma, is upgrading…
ARB Touring Awning Review
6 Foot Long Awning That’s Perfect For Roof Racks Exploring trails and off-roading can lead to some secluded places with spectacular views. If you’re like most of us, you will…