Letter from the Editor Devan Ence Toyota Takeover! Everyone one of you who has picked up this mag is as passionate as they come when it comes to Toyotas! I know have a special place in my heart for them. My first was a 1995 4Runner that I guided fishing trips out of, explored the back country with and made tons of great memories in. Now I have a new Tacoma that I plan of taking adventure with the family in. This issue of YOTA is packed with stories, features and tech for every kind of off-road enthusiast. WE have Camp Toyota checking out all of … Devan Ence May 07, 2025
Lessons Learned in My “Rookie Season” of Overlanding The final days of spring are approaching, and the last patches of snow and ice are melting off the higher elevations in the Pacific Northwest. […] Dillon Houck May 05, 2025
K&N ENGINEERING INTRODUCES ALL-NEW NEXTGENTM AIR INTAKE SYSTEMS — THE LATEST EVOLUTION OF THEIR LONG-STANDING COMMITMENT TO AIRFLOW PERFORMANCE & INNOVATION NextGen Air Intakes are advanced hybrid performance systems, engineered to deliver the perfect balance of cooler air, unmatched horsepower, increased airflow, and more torque—all wrapped […] Tread Staff May 05, 2025
Inside Black Betty Rich Manley’s Jeep wrangler Build Rich Manley’s Adventure-Built Jeep Wrangler Rubicon Describing what Rich Manley is all about is difficult in the sense of knowing where to even begin. Those […] John Mata Jr. May 02, 2025
Knives Button Lock Knives: The Simple Solution for Everyday Use For 13 years—since the day I got married—my wife has always needed my knife. Whether it’s opening a package, cutting a tag off a new […] Tread Staff May 01, 2025
Events Jeeps Jeep Beach 2025 Highlights: Best of Vendor Row If you’ve never been to Jeep Beach in Daytona, Florida, it’s something you need to add to your calendar. Over the weekend, I had the […] Nicole Hamilton April 28, 2025
Features Off-Road Toyota’s Off-Road Lineup Conquers West Virginia Testing Toyota’s Off-Road Offerings in the West Virginia Mountains I was incredibly fortunate to receive an invitation from Toyota to hang out at what the […] Danny Korecki April 25, 2025
Features From PreRunner to Rock Crawler Living Life on the Rocks Tor There are plenty of reasons to build a full-custom truck, but it’s always refreshing to see when someone does […] John Mata Jr. April 25, 2025
News Boating Safety Tips Inspired by a Life-Altering Diving Accident Article by: Split Second Foundation Split Second Foundation, a non-profit that provides resources, including inclusive gyms for the disabled and geriatric communities, shares inclusive boat […] Tread Staff April 25, 2025
Tech 2024 Tacoma Gets an ICON Stage 4 Suspension Upgrade The 2024 Toyota Tacoma has a solid suspension from the factory but we all know there is still much to be desired from stock components, […] Devan Ence April 24, 2025
Uncategorized Taylor Gang’s 370ci LS-Powered GMC Sierra The Taylor Gang’s Off-Road-Ready GMC Mason Taylor is a lifetime addict of all things related to having a blast in the great outdoors. Whether it […] John Mata Jr. April 23, 2025
Features Finished (For Now) The Tacoma Built for the Long Haul Finished (For Now)! The TREAD Edition Tacoma has reached its final form. The last time we checked in, the truck had just received a fresh […] Devan Ence April 22, 2025
Department Knives for Every Summer Mission: Urban, Outdoor, and Beyond Blades for Summer Adventures Chaves Redencion Street Tanto Knife Full Ti (3.25-inch Satin) The Chaves Knives Redencion Street is based on the revered custom Redecion […] Corey Decker April 17, 2025
Features New Legend Specializes in Modernizing Classic 4x4 SUVs New Legend is where the craftsmanship and design of the past, meet the technology and engineering of the present. Specializing in taking ratty old and […] Tread Staff April 17, 2025
