Despite the fact that its full-sized truck competitors from Ford, General Motors and Dodge will all offer new small-displacement diesel engines within the next year or so, Toyota has reportedly canceled plans for a similar powertrain for its Tundra. Instead of dumping money into the stalled full-size market, the automaker has reportedly contacted key suppliers for quotes on systems for its radical A-BAT concept truck from the Detroit Auto Show. Powertrain choices for the trucklet would include a traditional four-cylinder option along with a hybrid drivetrain, possibly sourced from the Camry hybrid. If it went into production, the A-BAT would join the lonely Ford Ranger in the small pickup market and would use a uni-body platform in lieu of a full frame, which is standard fare on most other trucks. Then again, it may never be given the green-light for production at all.


Source: Toyota considers building A-BAT truck, cancels small diesel - Autoblog

 

Wow I didnt think they woul bail

 

I really wanted the toyota heavy duty. =( I am a huge toyota fan. Also that hino I6 was just plain sick.

 

That should help the BIG 3 companies sell more diesel trucks ???

 

dont hurt my fealings hate toyota anyway just hate the body style