The all-new, fourth-generation 2025 Toyota Tacoma has been crowned the Truck of Texas by the renowned Texas Auto Writers Association (TAWA). This prestigious award marks the first time that a midsize pickup has earned the title. If you have had the opportunity to get behind the wheel of this new Toyota truck here at Hall Toyota Virginia Beach, you’ll understand the reasons it won this award, but if not, our Toyota dealers are happy to explain why.
A Proud History
The 2025 Toyota Tacoma’s victory at the Texas Truck Rodeo was something of a victory lap for Toyota trucks. It’s also a testament to the long-standing Toyota commitment to building tough, durable, and feature-filled trucks that meet the needs of diverse drivers. This is the third time in four years that a Toyota truck has taken home the award at the Truck Rodeo, with the full-size Toyota Tundra winning in 2022 and 2024.
Why Was the Toyota Tacoma Named the Truck of Texas?
The 2025 Toyota Tacoma wowed TAWA voters with its wide range of trim levels, powerful list of powertrains, and impressive off-road capabilities. It’s available in 11 unique trim levels designed to meet the varying needs of drivers, including the rugged TRD Pro and the all-new Trailhunter, which is designed for overlanding enthusiasts.
Looking under the hood, the 2025 Toyota Tacoma offers new available powertrains, including an i-FORCE MAX hybrid powertrain. It delivers a combined 326 horsepower and 465 lb-ft of torque while also achieving impressive fuel efficiency stats.
Test Drive the 2025 Toyota Tacoma in Virginia Beach, VA
If the 2025 Toyota Tacoma has been proven to excel on the rugged Texas terrain, it can conquer Virginia Beach as well. Visit us here at Hall Toyota Virginia Beach to discover why this truck is an award winner!
