DV8 Trailing Arm Skids For 4th Gen Tacoma – Review
How These Skid Plates Will Save You Costly & Annoying Repairs Now that the newest generation of the Tacoma has been around for 3 years, owners are starting to put…
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Product reviews: How is the product? Was it made in America? Did it work? Was it worth the price? How has it played out over the last couple of years? These are all questions you might ask yourself when you’re looking to buy a new product in the Tacoma world. At Trail Tacoma, our community dive deep into product reviews, product overviews, and detailed product write-ups to give you a deeper look at what you can expect before buying Factory or aftermarket parts.
MORRFlate’s New Xtreme Braided Quad Tire Hose Kits – Overview
The Latest & Best In 4-Tire Air Inflation/Deflation Kits Airing down and airing back up is something most people accept as part of the off-roading process. There are a lot…
Cali Raised Bed Rack Roof Rack Extension For 4th Gen Tacoma – Review
How This Versatile Bed Rack Topper Rack Expands Truck Utility Bed racks have been around for a while. And they’re super popular for a reason. More function for your bed,…
Ironman 4×4 IM2.5 Lift Kit For 2nd & 3rd Gen Tacoma – Long Term Review
How This New Premium Suspension Has Held Up Daily Driving & Overlanding After having the Ironman 4×4 IM2.5 suspension on my 2019 Toyota Tacoma TRD Off-Road for over 7,500 miles,…
Peak Suspension 2.5 DSC Trek Kit For 4th Gen Tacoma – Review
High Performance Lift Kit With Adjustable Reservoirs The 4th Gen Tacoma brings a significant suspension upgrade, dropping the old rear leaf springs for a coil-spring, multi-link setup that rides smoother,…
REM Surface Finishing For Re-Gearing: What It Is & Why It Matters
Ring & Pinion Treatment For Better Longevity, Efficiency & Performance Over the years, I’ve been learning more and more about re-gearing. Re-gearing is when you upgrade your differential gear ratios…
C4 Fabrication Rear Differential Skid Plate For 4th Gen Tacoma – Review
Protecting The Lowest Point Of Your Undercarriage Have you ever set your eyes on the perfect line, but know there will be consequences if you attempt it? We all have….
Cali Raised Trail Edition Rock Sliders For 4th Gen Tacoma – Review
High Clearance, Angled Rock Panel Protection With Optional Kickout If the goal is to take your truck off-road, you’re very likely going to need protection. After 15+ years of building…
YotaVerse Replica TRD Pro Grille For 4th Gen Tacoma – Review
Initial Impressions & Is Aftermarket Any Good? Adding the YotaVerse Replica TRD Pro Grille to your 4G Tacoma is a solid aesthetic upgrade, giving the front end a much more…
PRP Seat Covers For 2nd Gen Tacoma – Install & Review
Factory Fit Covers That Offer Total Customization With the 2nd Gen Tacoma being a decade out of production, the factory seats are undoubtedly starting to show their age. If you…
SXTH Element CPLT Intake For 4th Gen Tacoma – Review
Cold Air Intake Upgrade For Better Airflow & Enhanced Sound Swapping out the factory intake is a pretty common mod. I would think it’s one of the most popular due…
Prinsu Roof Racks: Original Vs. Pro – Comprehensive Comparison
Two Options At Different Price Points – Which Is Best For You? When it comes to overlanding, off-roading, and outdoor adventures, a reliable roof rack is one of the most…
Why R/T Tires May Be The Best Option For You
Why This Tire Option Might Be Ideal For Your Build Rugged Terrain tires, aka RTs, have been around since the late 2000s. After about 15 years of production, they’ve proven…
4 Reasons You Should Upgrade Your 2nd Gen Tacoma’s Shift Knob
Why TrailMade Knobs Are A Neat Upgrade For Your Interior Many 2nd Gen Tacoma owners never think twice about their shift knob, but this small modification can significantly improve your…
Roveroll Skynest Tent Combo – Review
Unique & Feature Packed Camper From A New Brand In the last several years, wedge campers have skyrocketed in popularity, bringing a comfortable and manageable sleeping footprint to the overlanding…
RealTruck BAKFlip F1 Tonneau Cover For 3rd Gen Tacoma – Install & Review
A Popular Option For A Hard Folding Bed Cover Are you looking for a way to secure gear in your truck bed off and on the trail? Adding a tonneau…
Why Every Tacoma Needs A Gas Tank Skid Plate
Protect Your Gas Tank On The Trails Before It’s Too Late It’s no secret that when you crawl under a Toyota Tacoma, the factory protection for vulnerable components is seriously…
C4 Fab Overland Series Front Bumper For 4th Gen Tacoma – Review
Modular Plate Bumper With Different Bull Bar Options The new Overland series front bumper by C4 Fabrication for the 4th Gen Tacoma has many familiar qualities that have been synonymous…
Husky Liners X-Act Contour Floor Liners For 4th Gen Tacoma – Review
Full Coverage & Precision Fit For The Best Protection We all love a good Tacoma build… But as rad as coilovers, armor, and campers are, there are a lot cheaper…
6 Situations Where Upgraded Bump Stops Save Your Truck
Real-World Situations Where Upgrading Makes A Noticeable Difference Most Tacoma owners spend their time focusing on tires, suspension kits, or armor. However, one of the most overlooked yet crucial components…
Peak Suspension Tubular UCA For 4th Gen Tacoma – 15K Mile Review
Long Term Durability & Performance, On & Off-Road I knew before I got my truck that I was going to modify the suspension. Lift, wheels, and tires are the fundamentals…
6 Months With A 2025 Tacoma TRD Pro – Was It Worth It?
Balancing Off-Road Power, Everyday Comfort & Price Of Prestige Owning the 2025 Toyota Tacoma TRD Pro for the past six months has been nothing short of an experience. As someone…
MORRFlate Air Hub AutoMagic Digital Air Controller – Review
The Ultimate Addition To Your Tire Inflation/Deflation Kit Once you start hitting the trails, one of the first things you learn is that airing down is a must. It is…
4.88 vs. 5.29 Gears For Your Tacoma: Which Is Right for You?
Reviewing The Primary Differences Between Two Popular Gear Ratios If you’ve upgraded your Tacoma with larger tires—33s, 35s, or even 37s—you’ve probably noticed a drop in performance, power, and fuel…
Aspire Auto Accessories V2 Fang Lights For 4th Gen Tacoma – Install & Review
Plug-And-Play Accent Lights That Double As Turn Signals What better way to upgrade your truck’s aesthetics than with an installation that is not only cost-effective but also 100% plug-and-play? Enter…
Vatrer 24V 200AH Lithium Battery – Setup & Initial Impressions
Why Choose A Battery System Over A Power Station? When considering an overland build, you immediately start juggling which creature comforts you can’t live without. For us, that creature comfort…
JBA HD High Caster UCAs For 2nd & 3rd Gen Tacoma – Install & Review
Improving Alignment, Handling & Tire Clearance On Lifted Trucks Not all Upper Control Arms (UCAs) are all made equal. You have the option to pick from options like billet and…
Apex Chassis Tie Rod Kit For 2nd & 3rd Gen Tacoma – Install Guide
Heavy-Duty Upgrade To Support Bigger Tires Running bigger tires is common if you’re building your truck to hit the trails. They give you better traction and ground clearance, but they…
RCI Offroad Rock Sliders For 3rd Gen Tacoma – Review
Essential Truck Protection: High Clearance With Dual Functionality When it comes to off-road protection, rock sliders are a must-have for anyone planning to take their truck to the trail. The…
Outgear Solutions Prelander Front Bumper For 3rd Gen Tacoma – Review
Lightweight, Full-Width Tube Bumper That Offers Great Approach Angles Outgear Solutions has made a name for itself in the off-road community with its popular high-clearance rear bumpers and sliders. What…
Arroyo Tires Tamarock RT – Long Term 10K+ Mile Review
Built & Engineered For Value Without Sacrificing Performance Over the years, I’ve tested and run a lot of different tires. Everything from premium brands like Falken and Toyo, to remolded…
C4 Fabrication OTF Kit For 3rd Gen Tacoma – Review
Fitting Bigger Tires With Little To No Rubbing! Are you sick of rubbing? Or your fender flares ripping off, or bowing out; constantly trying to make it look good again?…
Sleeping & Storage Platform To Easily Switch Between Camping & Daily Driving
Where Minimalism Meets Overlanding For The Daily Driver In the world of truck camping, simplicity and adaptability are often at odds. Drawer systems offer storage but sacrifice flexibility. DIY builds…
Morimoto XB LED Tail Lights For 3rd Gen Tacoma – Review
Better Visibility & Design – The Case For A Premium Upgrade If you’re like me and always looking for subtle yet impactful upgrades for your 3rd Gen Toyota Tacoma, tail…
FOX Factory Race Series 2.5 IFP Coilovers: 30K Mile Long-Term Review
Over 30,000 Miles Of Testing & Real World Experience When you’re modifying your truck for real use, daily driving, trail runs, camping trips, and those moments where you hit the…
