From shops to showrooms — past, present, and future — Toyota Untold goes beyond the cars and into the journeys, featuring exclusive stories of drivers, engineers, fans, and experts from the Toyota/Lexus family.

42: Tundra Series: Are You Not Infotained?

42: Tundra Series: Are You Not Infotained?

Smart, seamless tech is an expectation of modern drivers, a trend Toyota is well familiar with. Continuing our special Tundra series, we plug into the next-gen’s brand new infotainment system, discussing added and noteworthy features, their benefits, and what went […]

40: Tundra Series: Fireside Chat with Jeff Buchenroth & Kevin Kavanagh (Part 1)

40: Tundra Series: Fireside Chat with Jeff Buchenroth & Kevin Kavanagh (Part 1)

Toyota Untold is celebrating the highly anticipated release of the next generation 2022 Tundra with a special three-part series, starting with a wholesome fireside chat with U.S. Air Force Veteran, DIY Tundra overlander, and lifelong Toyota driver, Jeff Buchenroth. Jeff outfitted his 2016 Tundra to tour the country’s National Parks and shares his experiences with us today...many of which share themes of the kindness and kindred spirit that he’s found on the road, from Glacier to Yellowstone and many stops in between.

39: HQ Confidential: New Product Showcase

39: HQ Confidential: New Product Showcase

It seems like everything has changed in the last 18 months. Live events and promotions, specifically, are an area that will likely never be the same. This summer, Toyota leaned into this shift with a brand-new, all-inclusive event space hosted at Toyota USA headquarters in Plano, Texas, that previewed upcoming news for select members of the automotive media landscape. The result was a one-of-a-kind, multi-day brand presentation – one that very well could redefine the model moving forward.

38: The ‘79 Radstock Starlet: A Restoration Story

38: The ‘79 Radstock Starlet: A Restoration Story

Grab some popcorn, Josh Brooks has a story to tell. As a boy, a vehicle in his neighborhood caught his eye — a stunning ‘79 Toyota Starlet. The experiences shared by Josh, the car, and its original owner in the decades following were as uncommon as they were endearing. This unlikely restoration tale, based in the small town of Radstock, England, will warm your heart and make you long for the nostalgic smell of a carburetor engine. We’ll let Josh explain.

37: Fast & Famous: Cinema’s Most Recognizable Supra

37: Fast & Famous: Cinema’s Most Recognizable Supra

Craig Lieberman, original owner of Paul Walker’s scene-stealing Gladiator Supra from “The Fast and the Furious” and Technical Advisor on the first and second films in the franchise, sheds light on what it was like to lend his expert knowledge and eye-popping vehicles to such a high-profile production. Buckle up, this one’s fast.

36: The Psychology of Driving

36: The Psychology of Driving

The driver-vehicle relationship is changing quickly. Toyota research scientists, John Lenneman, PhD., and Josh Domeyer, PhD., join the show to talk us through the deliberate, and surprisingly cooperative, scientific processes that go into this progress.

35: The State of the Sedan: Relic or Revival?

35: The State of the Sedan: Relic or Revival?

Ask someone to picture a car, and they’ll probably imagine a sedan. Until recently, they were the most popular car on the market. Are sedans going extinct or is there more to it than that? We’re joined by Sam Goot (from Toyota’s Vehicle Marketing and Communications department) and Paul Daverio (of Toyota’s Production Planning and Strategy division) to find answers.

34: Sienna: Driving the Swagger Wagon Into 2021

34: Sienna: Driving the Swagger Wagon Into 2021

 The 2021 Sienna is here to redefine how we think about minivans. But what inspired its unique design-concept? We’re delving into the development of the new model with one of its chief designers, Ben Jimenez, who not only walks us through some of the latest features, but explains how they managed to evolve its legacy, creating something quietly confident and perfect for the here and now.

33: Toyota In the Wild

33: Toyota In the Wild

Outdoor enthusiasts around the world depend on Toyota to get them to new and exciting places — and, even more importantly, to get them back. Pack your positive attitude for this adventurous episode of Toyota Untold.  We talk accessibility, capability, and, […]

Kelsey Soule

Tyler Litchenberger

Hosts

Kelsey Soule

Executive Speechwriter and Public Relations Analyst

Kelsey Soule is lead executive speechwriter and public relations senior analyst at Toyota Motor North America. In her role, she manages external speaking engagements, writes speeches, produces content and organizes executive media requests. Prior to joining Toyota, she supported internal and external communications for Siemens Power Generation Charlotte and Rolls-Royce Indianapolis. Kelsey is known for her sarcasm, millennial perspective, and for constantly plotting her next international vacation. She is based in Dallas, where she enjoys overpriced boutique fitness and spending time at the Cork Wine Bar reading and learning about wine. Her favorite topics of conversation are her white 2017 Toyota 4Runner and her Westie named Franklin.

Hosts

Tyler Litchenberger

Social Media Manager

Tyler Litchenberger is social media manager for Toyota Motor North America’s corporate communications group. When not hosting Toyota Untold, Tyler is busy telling Toyota’s U.S. car and company story through social channels, while monitoring for brand and industry trends. She has a varied background in communications, social media and marketing, with previous positions at Frito-Lay, McDonald’s and Golin PR. Working for these brands has led to incredible opportunities, including launching the All Day Breakfast campaign, giving away a truck to a hero during the California wildfires and convincing franchisees to switch from MySpace to Facebook in 2006. Outside of work, Tyler spends her time being an awesome mom/wife, traveler and pop culture enthusiast.

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