re: The reason Toyota is tops of all vehicle manufacturers

Actually their long model life cycles make them appear dated and thus less appealing. I think the Corolla from 2013 was the same basic body style that they sold 12 years ago. Their enhancements to the 4Runner look terrible, and their least hideous models are older, bland designs.

There's actually not a single Toyota now whose styling appeals to me except for the Land Cruiser, which itself is kind of bland. I like the Tacoma but I am not paying $30,000 for a 10+ year old design...especially when there's a brand new Tundra in the same showroom and new mid sized trucks out from GM.

Looking at the Lexus lineup on their website......why on earth did they think those hideous hour glass grills make them look more attractive? I know the LS is a fantastic vehicle, but they ruined it with that speed racer looking styling.

I think Toyota's design-by committee methods are definitely a weak point of the company.