2016 Toyota Tacoma review: Does it earn its reputation? - Christian Science Monitor
A new Multi-Terrain Select system (yes, like in the 4Runner, or Range Rovers) let us dial in settings for the conditions—like Mud and Sand, or Rock—and the traction control system provided the right amount of wheelspin and nuance. And down a very steep hill with loose, sandy soil and exposed roots, the Tacoma TRD Off-Road model’s Crawl Control maintained a constant, very slow speed that allowed us to simply focus on steering between the trees close on either side. While sports-car owners would never expect original lap times from a performance model with that sort of mileage, truck owners really do expect it from their rigs, he says, so that’s a huge consideration in the truck’s design. It’s part of the reason why Toyota stuck with rear drum brakes for the Tacoma, Sweers says, as they’re less likely to have issues with dirt, sand, and rocks caught in rotors. It also even allows things that those loyal Tacoma off-roaders are going to gush over—like a special mode in which the Crawl Control electronics will actually get the Tacoma “un-stuck” in loose sand or mud, by gently pulsing like a washing machine... Our guest bloggers are not employed or directed by the Monitor and the views expressed are the bloggers' own, as is responsibility for the content of their blogs. Source: www.csmonitor.com
