2025+ 4Runner Forum (6th Gen) Community

https://www.cnn.com/2026/09/01/business/cheap-cars-hard-to-find cnn.com Inexpensive new cars are becoming tougher and tougher to find Chris Isidore 7–9 minutes Car salesman Bob Kain recalls the first time he saw a luxury car with a $25,000 sticker price at his family dealership. It was 1989, and the car was a Ford Crown Victoria. “I remember thinking, ‘My goodness gracious, this is going to be really hard to sell,’” he said... Click to expand... CNN Buisness story about affordability mentions Slate

I’d been searching for a speaker delete / blank plate so I can fill the hole when I remove the speaker before parking for a while. Came across this: https://www.printables.com/model/1228986-toyota-tacoma-jbl-flex-speaker-delete-blank-4th-ge Printed it up in ASA, and it works perfectly in the 4Runner too. Great solution. I think he sells ASA printed ones through Etsy, but make sure you don’t get the PLA knockoffs (they warp in moderate sun). ... JBL Flex removable speaker delete / blank plate (3D print)

Thought I'd break this out to a ncomponents. What are your thoughts about the Slate audio speaker system. No specs provided as to speaker size, audio amp output, db sensitivity, frequency range, or speaker compnents. Pricing seems reasonable enough to get factory-designed enclosures for the dash, which are attractive styling IMO, but they will take up the entire cubby system behind the dash panels. I like that it appears to have some basic audio controls (?). I decided to hold off on... Slate Bluetooth Dash Audio Speakers - Thoughts?

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Is the Slate highest speed locked to 90mph due to the motor or the gear ratio? We have some highways in Texas with a 85mph speed limit, which means cars are whizzing past 90mph.

Selling the complete factory suspension set pulled from my 2026 4Runner ORP. Under 2000 miles on all four units — already broken-in for you. These are the stock red Bilsteins that come on the TRD Off-Road and Off-Road Premium trims. I've been told they can also be installed on lower trims for an upgraded ride. Part numbers (verified from the units themselves): Front struts: 48510-0W110-A (qty 2) Rear shocks: 48530-0W100 (qty 2) I also have the OEM Upper Control Arms... 2026 TRD ORP full suspension - $300 OBO

SXTH Element Intercooler for 24+ Toyota 4Runner $400 I cover shipping NIB Decided to go another direction. PM me or email Hadelson1@gmail.com

Just fount this article. I guess this is good news for the people that need work Vans. I suppose it will work as delivery vehicles as well. Its not from Slate officially but from Christian Kreipke, Slate Auto’s Fleet Business Development and Government Sales Lead. So I guess a Slate employee. Image is an AI render. https://electrek.co/2026/08/30/repo...igh-roof-cargo-version-of-its-compact-pickup/

Is there and option to get a custom wrap (printed?) made and installed?

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This thread: https://www.reddit.com/r/electriccars/s/HJvSencCBA has just got my blood boiling. I am not oblivious to the perception or the shortcomings that ppl have with the truck. It’s the obvious bullshit that gets to me. I’d rather vent here than try to speak truth to the naysayers over there.

He gets why I am really interested in Slate.