The first Toyota pickup truck sold in America was the Stout in 1964. But Toyota started in Japan in 1920. The first truck was made in 1927 and it had a 4-cylinder engine. Toyota was not very popular in America at first. It was seen as a little truck that could not be used for work. Over the years they have increased in power and size. Today they have a big stance in America and you can get them in all sizes.