This NEW $15,000 TRUCK Just Changed Everything! 

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Quit buying this crap people... Force them to build an affordable truck....I wont pay over $30,000 for daily transportation,,,

We will never get the Toyota Hulux.

Doesn't matter if the MSRP is $15k, Everyone will go to buy them, then the dealers will take on a market adjustments of $25K. Boom back to $40k

The best part of older vehicles is the lack of all the BS surveillance tech that comes standard in modern cars & trucks.

End government restrictions.

I don’t know how people are justifying $1000+ per month truck payments. Insanity.

The U.S manufacturers have the ability to make a 10-15k truck now. They choose not to because they know they can make much more margin off the bigger trucks. Truth is, through consumerism, most people feel they need bigger vehicle with bells and whistles when these smaller, manual, vehicles would be perfect. People aspire to want more and dont want to settle for such a cheap vehicle. Unfortunately, cars have become such a status symbol it will never take off.

So a 25% extra tax on a $11000 car is $2750. So at $13750 before sales tax and fees is still crazy affordable. So they could just charge the tax and people would still buy like crazy cuz the truck over all would still be less than 20k.

It's not just the chicken tax, the epa CAFE standards also incentivise larger footprint vehicles. Yep, only the government could cone up with a rule that tries to lower emissions, but actually ends up incentivising massive trucks with big engines, completely defeating the purpose. Also, even if they came out with a 15k truck, the price would double within a couple weeks. The demand would be just too great, this is exactly what happened with the maverick, it came out at 19k and the demand crippled supply and because Ford makes little margins on the maverick, they were not in a hurry to ramp up production. Instead they realized people were willing to pay upwards of 40k for the upper end models, and so it's in their interest to keep supply at a level that supports that price because consumers are dumb enough to buy it. It all boils down to the consumers, as long as we're dumb enough to keep paying exhorbant prices, they have no incentive to lower prices. Add on top of that, now banks and manufacturers are stretching loan terms to 7, 8, even ten years, the dumb consumers say, YEP! As long as the monthly payment is low, sign me up, this isn't going to change anytime soon

I stopped buying new trucks several years ago. Now I just keep my old trucks running myself. Won't be long before the entire country's roads look like Havana.

I hope all the manufacturers start taking massive losses and get their prices fixed

Even with 25% tax. It's still under 20k. Bring it.

Meanwhile I'm driving around a Ford Focus with 252,000 miles. Paid off baby!

I had a 1994 Nissan regular cab hardbody that I bought new.. It was so stripped that it didn't even have AC or a Radio. Don't remember exactly what I paid for it but it was well under $10K, I want to say $8K and some change. Best vehicle I've ever owned, it was bomb proof. Drove in 165K before I sold it and nothing had broke on it nothing.

That small Toyota pickup truck is sweet. Its biggest drawback no extended cab. Extended cab if you want to pull over and rest to recline the seat or a place to put tools.

Thank you for the content, always entertaining. I think the CAFE standards had more to do with the loss of small trucks, especially US made ones. I think the chicken tax does have some impact, but that is for imports - they could've made the trucks in the USA. The CAFE rules the EPA implemented relates emissions to vehicle size. Instead of lowering small truck emissions (probably HP too), they just make bigger trucks because bigger trucks are allowed to make more pollution. I was around when the tax was implemented. As I recall, the idea was the small truck buyers would buy cars instead of more expensive bigger trucks, thus lowering pollution. That of course did not happen since most truck buyers have at least some utilitarian use for their trucks.

Spot on. We need a cheap truck option for the US. I will never buy another truck until prices come down. So, maybe never again. 😢

I had a 2003 Tacoma Base automatic 2 door pick-up that I sold last year with 125,000 miles on it. What a mistake! That was the best vehicle I've ever owned!

If Toyota was smart they would just bring them to the USA as a UTV and bypass the truck import restrictions ! Much like Mahindra did !!!!

The Hilux Champ, even with a 25% tariff would still be a bargain in the country. It would sell quite well, and have the Big Three crying. Speaking of the Big Three, they have no interest in anything being affordable. The Maverick is not a truck. It's a four door sedan with an open air truck.

I would definitely be into getting a cheap, but not cheaply made, truck. 5 speed manual and I'd even settle for roll up windows . A/C, great stereo with all the hookups , cruise control AND NO STOP START. That's it.

I drove a Hilux in Afghanistan for 10 months with a .50 Cal mounted. My favorite truck, so reliable it drove through IED explosions, mortar IDF, tons of direct 7.62 hits. Nothing like her!

I paid $9000 back in the year 2000 for Ford Rangers with V6s for work trucks. Best domestic small truck ever made for the dollar. Even if it was essentially a Mazda and vice versa. Now Ford wants people to spend $50-35k on Mavericks that aren't as capable. And we in the U.S. aren't ever getting a $15k truck because of government regulated safety, pollution and CAFE standards. Besides, Ford is selling all the Mavericks they can make so there's no incentive to make anything cheaper from them or anyone else.

This channel is SO good. Pure value from front to back. Another good episode, guys. Keep it up! How do we get our own Hilux Champ in the USA?? Also, whatever happened to Canoo??

I worked at a dealership as a driver. I would pick up a Ram truck with a sticker price of 80k plus, and I was doing it because it was sold and a customer was waiting for it. The answer is actually pretty simple. Stop paying ridiculous prices.

We have 3 full size trucks in the family,. I just picked up a chevy s10 pickup the plates & city sticker is the same price as a full size truck,. That is just crazy

Toyota needs to bring back the V-8

Finally people are coming to realize the truth on why we can't get affordable trucks on the states. Thank you for bringing more light to this ridiculous and out of touch tariff.

Sheesh, Driving a manual transmission is not tough to do.

Another thing, the EPA encourages the US to build bigger vehicles because they don't have to be as strict on emissions, so of course they're going to build bigger vehicles that cost more.

Big 3 automakers threatening the 3rd bomb if that affordable truck ever comes here.

I bought a new Nissan Hardbody in 1991 for $6999 in California while in the Navy. Sold it in ‘98. Was still running great. 👍

The biggest problem with the "affordable" pickup is corporate greed. Look at when then Maverick came out. A pickup marketed with a $19,995 proce tag gets to a dealership finally only to be marked up $10-20k

Heck, a $15k truck would sell like crazy.

If Toyota won't bring the truck here, can they at least bring the beds with retrofit kits? Maybe sell them as a trailer kit? And bring all the bed accessories they come up with for other markets too.

So how did the 15k truck change anything?

On the 22R-E you have to keep an eye on the OEM timing chain guides. They’re made of plastic and will break after becoming brittle with age and miles. If you neglect to replace a broken one (almost always it’s the driver’s side that breaks) the chain will eventually eat its way through the timing cover, mixing the coolant and oil. I’ve got a ‘91 pick-up that I had to replace the guides on (with steel ones). When I pulled the valve cover off, there was already a decent groove being worn into the timing cover by the chain.

We will never see a $15K vehicle, let alone a truck in the USA ever!

Why didn't the chicken tax create a huge boon in domestic manufacturing of cheap trucks?

I saw an article a few days ago that Mazda is looking at bringing out a new new updated B2 class pick up truck with a price tag of about $25,000. I am waiting with bated breath to see if this happens.

Toyota will not sell it in the USA they refuse to even sell the Yaris here anymore profit margin is to low.

Just got a 2023 Toyota Certified Pre-owned Tacoma V6 4x4 SR5 with 22K miles for 33K in California. Used prices seem to be dropping quickly

Another great video! Thank you for sharing your knowledge!

I live in the Philippines, I bought a 2023 Ford Ranger next-gen wildtrak 4x4 (built in Thailand) for $34,000. Runs great

I wish I could find a $15,000. truck and a pair of those shorts!

They have Toyota factories here in the US and Canada, why don't they assemble the small Hi Lux's there?

Colorado Trail Boss package I got mine 36k out the door ordered it. Everything you need not breaking the bank.

I won't buy a new car. Between the tariffs and having to pay union workers, an affordable car is not possible in the US.

This is exactly why you hold on to those old trucks that were more basic and reliable in nature. Those prices are absolutely insane!!! I will just hold on and keep driving my 1999 F-150 that just does the job and keeps going forever.

The Tundru is $65k and the engine will only last around 15,000 miles ... :)

GREAT video ..... ENJOY having your sister in the videos !!! More interesting have the vid "bounce" in segments between both of you 🤔😁👍👍

Just picked up an 83 F350 Crew Cab in Idaho for $1,000. Needs some work but once fixed up it'll never cost me as much as a new truck would. All we need is simplicity in a truck.

I like and WOW amazing TY so much ,,Keep up the great work

As you stated in your closing statement, whoever can figure this out first is going to win. The problem is, none of them are going to want that prize.

Best video yet !!! You both were hustling with all the coverage and detail !!! 🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸

I can confirm the 22R engine I have an 85 4runner with 187k miles gets turned on 2 times every Thursday for street sweeping days and I’m sure it’s been leaking oil for the last 5 years and still turns on no issues😂

What happened to the small pickup truck Toyota was supposed to be releasing soon. The Toyota Stout was going to compete with the Maverick. Saw plenty of people talking about it. 🤷🏼‍♂️

Plain and simple when it comes to the lower to midline truck you should be able to get one of those 40,000 tops

When̈ a GM employee can't even afford what his own company produces, that speaks volumes! American auto manufacturers have been letting the consumer down for years, making their product cheaper in quality and more expensive in price. This is why most people are seeking older stuff that is more reliable from the 90's to early 2000's.

I'm thankful that I bought my truck pre-covid!

Have a Nissan Frontier extra cab. I paid $ 10,500 in showroom condition with 10k miles on it. I have had it for 18 years ! It only has 165k on it, and runs like a top ! Looks new also ! Will never sell it ! Nothing breaks or stops working. Roll up windows. 😊

I'm still driving my dads old 2003 Silverado 2500HD LT. I found the original sale receipt and it was $35K with the 6.6L diesel. Its still cheaper for me to maintain it than it is to buy a new truck.

Should you be allowed to drive a truck if you cant drive a manual. I dont think so

The sad reality is it is better to go to an auction place, get an early 00s truck for a couple grand. Use and abuse it as a truck for a year or two at most. Then rinse and repeat.

I would glady pay an additional 25% for a new 15k truck with warranty and all the lovely features of the truck this video is about.

8 years ago I bought a low mileage 4 door 2003 Chevy Tracker ZR2 V6 4X4 for $4500. I installed a trailer hitch and new tires. It now has 78k miles. I can hook up a utility trailer if I need a pickup. Today's prices are insane. If I needed a tow vehicle I would buy used and get a good V8 with a decent transmission. GM has a class action law suit over their newer transmissions.

Been loving my 2016 gmc canyon slt diesel. Cheaper per mile than 92 buick 3800 on fuel. Bought it this month for $17500 with 146,000 miles still runs good. Can't believe they dropped the 25mpg combined 2.8 duramax. Should make a wt model with that engine and it would get even better mileage but that makes too good of sence.

It's all in how you option them. If you have to have 4x4, off-road equipment, the most powerful engine, deluxe interior, all the electronics/software packages, and crew cab....you will pay dearly for it.

EXACTLY!!!!!!!!!!!!!! I want a cheap small truck again!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

These "cheap" truck prices are hilarious.

I have a 2001 trd off road tacoma and i will never sell it

Thanks for sharing 👍👍

This is great news. For expats like myself, in countries were we now live, and the small Toyota trucks are for sale. I would buy two.

The main reason for the expense is the requirement for air bags, crash test standards, and “nanny” requirements like rear view cameras, lane monitoring, etc. the Champ and,,, there was a Tata in India that sold for like $5000 American dollars, but they can never sell them here because the safety regulations to keep us safe from ourselves. But if you were in a head-on crash in one of those versus a suburban! Ouch!

I could literally smell the interior of the black toyota truck. They all smelled the same. I had a really nice silver '92 4x4 with the 22RE and 5 speed. Came with steel wheels, but I put chrome wheels on it like the one in the vid, and a good sound system. I miss the simplicity. I always liked the Tee E brake, and clutch override button too. I bought it used with about 20,000 miles for $12,000.

So if the25% "chicken tax" is keeping the $10K Toyota pickup from coming to the USA, does that mean that import pickup trucks already being sold here are 10% higher than they should be?

My truck is a 2002 Chevy work truck. I bought it for $9K in 22, it had 84K miles. It now has 114K. It's a regular cab, long bed with AC, manual locks and windows, and automatic tranny with 2 wheel drive. No carpet, cloth seats, and AM-FM radio. Nothing to give a lot of problems. I don't know what I would do with a really nice expensive new truck. I would be terrified to actually use it for a truck. Why?

I keep hearing, "Manual transmission.... which, a lot of people just can't drive anymore." Come on, ANYONE can learn to drive one in what, half an hour. Once they get the hang of it, they'll get better at it, like so many of us did. You're right by saying so, but it doesn't have to be this way.

The big thing with Nissan pickups, you can also get them way cheaper for the Titans my friends dad picked up one from a friend for 9k with 150k miles on it for a 2012 model

If im spending $10k for a truck. Its gonna be the 3rd gen Ranger

I think the main problem is what the NHTSA mandating. For example, back up cameras are mandatory and that adds cost. Right now blind spot monitors and adaptive cruise control isn't required by law, but I have a feeling that eventually it will be standard. On top of that, the US has some of the strictest emission standards in the world which eliminates a boatload of cars on the market. The Hilux Champ has a 2.4L diesel and is probably not to EPA standards for import.

I love watching both of ypu! Always great information presentation. 🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉

Even with a 25% tax a $15,000 truck would still be under $20,000 but it would still have to meet all the safety requirements and pollution control standards!

Ile do you one better. I have a museum quality 73 Chevy luv in my garage. Of course she's got a Corvette engine now but originally sold for less than 2000k with just under a 1500 lb payload! Bring back a REAL mini truck.

Maybe another way to look at it? Back in 2009, I bought a Silverado 2500HD 4wd, std cab to haul a 5th wheel we just bought. I really wanted an extended cab, and in 2011, I got a good excuse to buy one. GM had combined the 2500 and 3500. The new 2500HD was basically a 3500HD, Front end/rear end, xfer case, most all the frame, engine/trans. So I bought a 2012 ext cab LT w/some nice options for +$6,000 and my 2009 w/almost no miles. My Insurance guy said the GM 2500/3500 were, according to their research, the longest lasting vehicle in the US still registered and in use today!! Wow! So for $55,650 (numbers here), you get the 6.0 V8, PS, PB, auto trans, radio, 4-doors, all safety equipment. Add a bed rug ($500), and cap (~$2500) = $58,650, now you have a new vehicle, lots of room to do anything, and it will last 20+ years, 500k+ miles!! Comfy, safe, mostly trouble free, go anywhere, tow most things, all looking good doing it!! While Joe Blow next door replaced his "yuppie-mobile" 3 times!! As for my 2012 ext cab, it's now 12 years old, has 33k miles (I retired), and runs like the day I bought it. (change oil!!!) Thx!!, --gary

It’s amazing. But in my experience, people will always try to outdo their neighbours, which means you won’t see too many of these on the road.

I'll believe it when I see it on my dealers lot.

The gauges are analog NOT Manuel.

A GM executive was being asked why trucks have gotten so expensive. The GM executive's reply was, "it was because all the consumer demand that pickups be made as safe as a car and all the electronic features that were in family cars, consumers wanted the same equipment." I have only wanted a truck with power windows/locks, tilt wheel, cruise, rear back up camera, bluetooth and satellite radio. They can keep all the other electronic gizmos. They used to make trucks like this, people knew how to drive better as well. Driving skills were taught. People that buy a truck with all the safety gizmo boxes all checked, shouldn't be driving a vehicle that large if they aren't capable of parking it. I see it every day, either crooked, not parked right or takes them 9 tries to get parked, back up or just navigate. Trucks used to not be as big as they are and its ridiculous. Park a new full size standard truck next to the same model but maybe a 1990 year model. The 1990 will look like a mid size truck next to a current generation truck. There is absolutely no reason for it.

I bet it doesn't have many safety features. With safety features added it would probably be $25,000 before dealer mark-ups.

We had Datsun\Nissan in the Caribbean and Toyota single cab truck. Those vehicles handled the inclines of the mountains without a problem.

I've a car, but I find that I only use the HomeLink (garage door), the HVAC (I don't need the dual zone feature), and the sound system. I use none of silly screen menu options, I don't have a moonroof (love not having it), and I don't have power seats. What I do like is the upgraded interior trim. So, I have least expensive trim to get it. But, I would prefer more a la carte options and the automakers can do it. The manufacturing systems are very flexible. They choose not give the consumer the options separately.

surprised you didn't mention the cafe standards and the epa rule that force inefficient trucks to replace the affordable ones..

Our overinflated safety standards along with a small simple truck not able to offer a high gross profit makes this impossible for the US market. I had both a Toyota and Nissan 4 cylinder manual transmission truck and wish they were still offered.

A $10,000 truck with a 25% tax is still only $12,500. That's a set of wheels and tires for American trucks

Safety standards in the US requires lots of costly additions

This was an issue when something like the Maverick came out. It's a unibody turd that they want to sell for over $30k. This helps automobile manufacturers goose prices up on larger models

Had a 92 Toyota truck with the 22R, it thrived on abuse and neglect

Your Videos Consistently Expose The Corporate Malfeasance Rampant In The USA & Worldwide!!! I’m Fortunate To Still Drive An Older Toyota. Recently While Traveling I leased 2 New Keyless Vehicles With All The Electronics!!! I Was Constantly Distracted By Safety Overkill Crappola…. Expensive Doodads That Eliminated The Driving Experience 😵‍💫 Keep Preaching 🙏