Toyota Hi-Lux Facts for Kids

The Toyota Hi-Lux is a super tough pickup truck made by Toyota. It's known for being very strong and reliable. Toyota started building the Hi-Lux way back in 1968. Since then, it has become one of the most popular trucks in the world.

The Hi-Lux Story: Different Names
- The Toyota Tacoma
- A Top-Selling Truck
Built for Tough Jobs
- Military Use
Images for kids
See also

The Hi-Lux Story: Different Names

When this truck first came to the United States, it had a different name. It was called the Stout. But in 1969, Toyota changed its name to Hi-Lux. Later, in 1976, Toyota stopped using the name Hi-Lux in the United States. Instead, they just called them "Toyota Pickups."

The Toyota Tacoma

In 1995, Toyota made some big changes to the pickup truck for North America. They decided to call this new version the Toyota Tacoma. The Tacoma is like a special version of the Hi-Lux made just for the United States. It has some differences to fit what people there need.

A Top-Selling Truck

The Toyota Hi-Lux is one of the best-selling compact pickup trucks. People all over the world trust it. It's known for being able to handle tough jobs and rough roads.

Built for Tough Jobs

The Toyota Hi-Lux is famous for being very durable. This means it can last a long time, even in difficult conditions. It is also very reliable, so it usually starts and runs without problems.

Military Use

Because the Hi-Lux is so strong, even armies use it! For example, the Finnish Army uses many Toyota Hi-Lux trucks. They like them because these trucks can drive on very bad roads. They can go places where other cars might get stuck. This shows just how tough the Hi-Lux really is.