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- [Narrator] With the all-new 2022 Tundra,
Toyota's legendary truck expertise
has entered a whole new generation.
Designed and assembled in the US,
this incredible truck rewrites the book
on what a full-size pickup can be,
and this three-part video series
will explain how through a closer look
at the amazing engineering
that powers Tundra.
In this video,
we'll dive into the mechanical construction design
that comes standard underneath
the skin of every grade.
Let's start with the frame.
True to pickup truck form,
Tundra's construction remains
a body-on-frame design
for maximum capability and durability.
But for this new generation,
a wide range of engineering enhancements
have helped Tundra achieve
an optimal balance between
strength and weight,
as well as improved rust resistance,
driving refinement, and structural safety.
This next-generation frame technology
achieves this thanks in large part
to the use of a "box section" design
that provides increased rigidity
over the previous "open section" C-shape design.
Despite the added strength,
this frame's mass is kept
under control through
the use of laser-welded blanks,
a technique that allows
for a range of variable thicknesses,
seamlessly increasing strength
where it's needed most,
and saving mass where it's not.
Even the overall dimensions
have been optimized,
with a new wider structure
offering great stability while towing.
So with this new frame forming its backbone,
Tundra brings greater stability, ride comfort,
and durability than ever before.
Even on the outside,
Tundra's next-gen engineering is evident.
Every body panel and component
has been carefully engineered
to provide great durability and longevity,
while keeping weight to a minimum
and performance to a maximum.
That's why there's an increase
in rust-resistant wax in the rocker cavities,
as well as damping coat
and primer on the underbody,
and it's also why the hood
and front door structures
are made with rust-resistant aluminum.
The same goes for the resin deck
and tailgate components,
which work alongside aluminum reinforcements
to provide an exceptionally strong,
long-lasting pickup bed
that can take day after day of hard work.
This increased use of aluminum and resin
is a big part of Tundra's new body,
but it's not the whole story.
Ultra-high-strength steel
also plays a role here,
with its usage seen in
the cabin reinforcements and cross members,
while even the spot-welding pitch
has been shortened to optimize
body panel thickness,
keeping excess weight to a minimum
without sacrificing in-cabin refinement or safety.
Tundra's noise, vibration and harshness, or NVH,
has been further reduced
by additional coverage area
for the silencer materials installed
throughout the floor and cabin,
including a redesigned dash panel with a new,
triple-layer silencer.
All of this comes together
to ensure Tundra delivers a refined,
comfortable ride,
on or off the road.
It's not all about the body and frame, though.
It may stay true to its full-size pickup roots,
but this Tundra is a serious
showcase of modern engineering wherever you look.
One of the most noteworthy examples of this
can be seen in the rear suspension,
which now features a multi-link layout,
which is rarely used
in a pickup truck segment
that typically relies on a more utilitarian
"leaf spring" suspension design.
This setup provides incredible road manners
and towing stability,
without losing any payload capacity,
and also helps allow
for the use of the more advanced
suspension systems available
on select Tundra grades,
as well as a range of
grade-specific performance upgrades.
Even the previous hydraulic steering system
has been replaced with a new
rack-mounted electronic power steering design
that not only provides a smoother steering feel,
but also allows for the implementation
of Tundra's amazing drive mode customizations
and active safety and driver assistance features.
With this new suspension and steering,
it's clear this is a seriously
tough machine designed
for a whole new era of capability.
So that's a quick look at
some of the engineering inside the all-new Tundra.
And this approach to smart construction design
can be seen on every model,
whether the ever-capable SR5,
the TRD Pro off-road warrior,
or the plush Limited.
That's why it's no surprise that Toyota
has the reputation it does
when it comes to delivering
quality, durability, and reliability.
These are truly trucks built
for the long haul,
wherever that may lead.
Now combine that with ownership perks
like the ToyotaCare Maintenance Plan
with Roadside Assistance,
and it's obvious why owners
swear by their Toyotas.
In the following video,
we'll take a look at the incredible
next-gen powertrains under Tundra's hood,
including the game-changing
iForce MAX turbocharged hybrid.
To learn even more about Tundra,
be sure to check out Toyota's YouTube channel
or visit toyota.com/tundra.