Lorenzo Burke

Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays!

Wishing all my previous customers, friends, family, and everyone who follows and supports my content a wonderful Christmas season. I’m grateful for the trust, conversations, and connections we’ve built throughout the year.

We are open today, and the team and I will be back on Friday after Christmas if you ever need anything or just want to stop in and say hello.

I hope this week brings you joy, rest, and quality time with the people who matter most. Thank you for being part of my journey — I’m excited for everything ahead in the new year.

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22 hours ago | [YT] | 2

Lorenzo Burke

🚗 New Series Announcement: POV Test Drives

I’m excited to announce a brand-new series on my channel — POV Test Drives. These videos give you a clean, first-person look at how each Toyota drives from behind the wheel, focusing on real-world ride quality, handling, comfort, and overall driving feel.

The first episode is now live featuring the 2026 Toyota Camry XLE AWD. This model delivers a smooth, refined ride and a confident AWD system that really stands out on the road.

If you enjoy seeing cars exactly how the driver experiences them, this series is for you. More POV drives are already in the works.

Let me know what Toyota you want to see next!

1 day ago | [YT] | 6

Lorenzo Burke

Toyota fans… the MR2 is coming back? 👀🔥

Toyota just filed new trademarks for GR MR2 and GR MR-S, and the evidence is stacking up fast. The new MR2 looks like it’ll be a GR-branded mid-engine sports car, inspired by the FT-Se concept but powered by a new turbo 2.0L engine Toyota has been secretly testing in the GR Yaris M.

Rumors point to 300–400 hp, hybrid tech, and possibly even a manual option. And unlike the GR86 or Supra, this one is developed fully by Toyota on a bespoke platform.

If all these clues are right, the MR2 revival could arrive around 2027 — and it might be the most exciting GR car yet.

Would you go hybrid mid-engine, or should Toyota stay pure ICE for the MR2 comeback?

#Toyota #MR2 #GRMR2 #ToyotaMR2 #GazooRacing #ToyotaGR

5 days ago | [YT] | 0

Lorenzo Burke

Toyota is officially bringing Scion back — but not as a car brand. Scion is now an off-road, mobility-focused test lab for Toyota’s future tech. The first reveal, the Scion 01 Concept, debuted at SEMA 2025 with the Tacoma’s turbo hybrid engine packed into a wild side-by-side.

Chief engineer Don Federico says Scion will focus on experimental mobility products — including creations that “aren’t traditional vehicles.” Toyota is pushing for the 01 Concept to enter production, potentially competing with Polaris, Yamaha, Can-Am, and Kawasaki. Scion was axed in 2016, but it’s returning with a brand-new mission built around innovation and off-road engineering.

#Toyota #Scion #ToyotaScion #Scion01 #ToyotaNews #SEMA2025 #OffRoad #Overlanding #MobilityTech #TacomaHybrid #SideBySide #UTVLife #CarTok #AutoNews #ToyotaFans #ToyotaLife

5 days ago | [YT] | 0

Lorenzo Burke

Toyota just wrapped up a huge 2025 🔥

Highlights include the global debut of the 2026 Toyota RAV4, the first-ever RAV4 GR SPORT, expanded BEV and hybrid investments, a new U.S. battery plant, continued leadership in hydrogen, and championship-winning motorsports performance.

This recap shows exactly where Toyota is heading as we move into the 2026 model year.

👉 Read the full Toyota Year in Review here:
pressroom.toyota.com/2025-toyota-year-in-review-ce…

6 days ago | [YT] | 3

Lorenzo Burke

The Birth of GR: Racing Built Toyota

Toyota’s motorsport DNA runs deep. It all started with founder Kiichirō Toyoda, who believed racing was essential to building better cars. From the first Toyopet Racer to early global competition in the 1950s, Toyota proved that pushing limits on the track leads to innovation on the road.



Through the decades, Toyota left its mark everywhere—WRC championships, record-setting runs with the 2000GT, IMSA dominance with the legendary Eagle MkIII, off-road racing icons, and historic performances at Le Mans. Each victory wasn’t just about trophies—it was about learning, improving, and refining performance.



That philosophy evolved into Gazoo Racing, driven by Akio Toyoda himself under the name Morizo, guided by master driver Hiromu Naruse. Their belief was simple: cars can’t be developed by data alone—you have to feel them. Nowhere is that more true than the Nürburgring, where GR vehicles are pushed to their absolute limits.



Today, Toyota Gazoo Racing has proven itself on the world stage:



- Le Mans: Multiple overall wins and dominance in the Hypercar era

- WRC: The winningest manufacturer in history, led by the GR Yaris

- Dakar Rally: Multiple overall victories in the toughest off-road race on earth

- Nürburgring: Class wins that directly shape GR road cars



GR isn’t a badge. It’s Toyota’s racing soul—built from decades of competition, passion, and relentless pursuit of better cars.

1 week ago | [YT] | 0

Lorenzo Burke

Consumer Reports just released their Best Used Cars for December 2025 — and Toyota led the way.

Based on long-term reliability data, safety performance, and owner satisfaction, several Toyota models earned top recognition:

🚗 Toyota Corolla – Proven reliability and everyday practicality
🔋 Toyota Corolla Hybrid – Outstanding fuel efficiency with Toyota hybrid durability
🚙 Toyota RAV4 Hybrid – Versatile, efficient, and consistently reliable
👨‍👩‍👧 Toyota Highlander – A trusted, family-friendly 3-row SUV

Consumer Reports focuses on real-world ownership, not hype — making these some of the smartest used-car choices available.

⭐ Honorable mentions from other brands:
Mazda6, Mazda MX-5 Miata, Nissan Rogue, Hyundai Tucson, Lexus NX, Honda Ridgeline

If you’re considering a used Toyota and want help finding the right model, right year, and right fit, reach out and let’s talk options.

1 week ago | [YT] | 1

Lorenzo Burke

I’m officially a YouTube Partner and now getting paid through the YouTube Partner Program.

I actually qualified a few months ago, but I was waiting to hit the threshold where ads start running on my videos (yeah… everyone hates ads 🤣 — but that’s how creators get paid). Hitting this level feels huge.

This wasn’t easy. I work full-time in the car business selling cars, and on top of that I’ve been filming, editing, and producing content consistently. A lot of late nights, early mornings, and learning as I went.

The channel is mainly focused on Toyota & Lexus, with some broader automotive industry talk and other topics mixed in. If you’ve learned anything from my videos, enjoyed a walkaround, or just like staying in the loop — your support truly means a lot.

1 week ago | [YT] | 1

Lorenzo Burke

Toyota is doubling down on hydrogen 🔋

Toyota announced a new investment in FirstElement Fuel, California’s largest hydrogen fueling network with 38 locations and 92 fueling positions.

This move helps support current fuel-cell drivers and builds the foundation for future hydrogen vehicles. Toyota continues to invest in multiple clean-energy solutions—not just EVs.

#Toyota #Hydrogen #FuelCell #ToyotaMirai #FutureMobility #CleanEnergy #AutoNews #ToyotaNews

1 week ago | [YT] | 0

Lorenzo Burke

Toyota announced the completion of major improvements at its Arizona Proving Ground near Wittmann, AZ. The upgrades include a new 5.5-mile oval track for high-speed and durability testing, a rebuilt straightaway designed for ADAS and efficiency testing, expanded off-road testing areas for trucks and SUVs, a new noise pass-by testing zone, and refreshed ride-and-handling facilities.

The 11,650-acre site—now operating as the Arizona Mobility Test Center—has been open to third-party rentals and long-term residencies since 2021, helping offset costs and attract other automotive and mobility companies to the region. Toyota says the investment strengthens its ability to develop future vehicle technologies while supporting broader industry innovation. The facility has been in operation since 1993 and has tested more than 50 Toyota and Lexus models for the North American market.

Read Article Here: pressroom.toyota.com/toyota-elevates-arizona-provi…

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