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Brands that have strong awareness and recognition can drop the wording, but until that happens most feel the need to keep emblem and text. Lexus took over 20 years to do so. Subaru, while popular amongst enthusiasts and niche geographies, is still low in awareness even with a longer history in the U.S.
But generally I'm a fan of reduced badging/stickers/clutter.
Toyota Tacoma is another huge badge fiend..
In addition to these you could potentially have the TRD Sport or Off-Road stickers on the side of the bed.
In addition to these you could potentially have the TRD Sport or Off-Road stickers on the side of the bed.
They did reduce the number of badges in the Tacoma in recent years on some models. They took the SR5 badge off the TRD Sport and Off Road models. My 2011 Tacoma 4WD TRD Sport simply had "Toyota Tacoma V6" on the tailgate, though it did have the decals on the box sides.
1) There may be people out there that don't know what this means:
2) Then they see "SUBARU"........oh ok so that's a Subaru. Now I know
3) "Symmetrical AWD" is a selling point for Subaru and that badge is used to identify its drivetrain.
4) "Outback" - Of course you need to identify the model of your car.............unless you want to be like Bentley. Regardless, it's not always that what works for one works for another brand
5) PZEV - it's good to let the public know that your vehicle produces low emissions (especially if you're one of those eco-hippie types)
Remember, not every company has trademark/logo recognition at the level of Starbucks, McDonalds, Nike or even Apple Computer
True, but even Acura has removed the word 'Acura' from the back of the car...
They did reduce the number of badges in the Tacoma in recent years on some models. They took the SR5 badge off the TRD Sport and Off Road models. My 2011 Tacoma 4WD TRD Sport simply had "Toyota Tacoma V6" on the tailgate, though it did have the decals on the box sides.
Not the greatest picture, but you get the idea.
That they did! Just showing how many they did have at one point. Toyota has worked at cleaning up badging on the rear of the trucks. New Tundra has Toyota molded into the tailgate handle and Tundra stamped into the gate itself. Only chrome badge bit is the 4x4.
That they did! Just showing how many they did have at one point. Toyota has worked at cleaning up badging on the rear of the trucks. New Tundra has Toyota molded into the tailgate handle and Tundra stamped into the gate itself. Only chrome badge bit is the 4x4.
Indeed, though to be fair, you can still get a Tacoma optioned like the one you pictured, that does have all those badges. You can still get a Toyota Tacoma SR5 V6 PreRunner, and badged exactly that way...
You've completely missed the point of this thread.
The question is how YOU FEEL about badging on vehicles.
Well, I thought I made that clear in my previous post. I specifically stated that badges and chrome-names can be a PITA to wash and wax.....you often have to get the sponge and cloths into tiny little crack-spaces to wipe off the dirt and/or buff the polish/wax. It's best done by persons (or children) with very small fingers.
As far as simply LOOKING at the badges (or as a non-owner), I don't find it a big issue. And I myself like exterior chrome....up to an extent, the more the better. (unless it is grossly overused, like on late-1950s big American cars, or on things which would blind the driver with sun- glare...that is why chrome is now banned on wiper-arms). Flat-black, sport-oriented trim and badges on the exterior is just not my bag.
Last edited by mmarshall; Nov 13, 2014 at 10:35 AM.
I don't think the owners care about a clean, tasteful look though.....they generally have 50 bumper stickers on the back.
Somewhat of a stereotype, but, yes, some Outback owners are like that. My former Outback, though, never had a single bumper sticker....I just don't use them. I agree with you that they usually aren't tasteful.
The badges....in case you forget on a daily basis what your driving. Now the "infotainment" system on the dash reminds you too. As well as the steering wheel. So people PLEASE remember what your driving! Then they will stop this madness. What was I driving again?......
The badges....in case you forget on a daily basis what your driving. Now the "infotainment" system on the dash reminds you too. As well as the steering wheel. So people PLEASE remember what your driving! Then they will stop this madness. What was I driving again?......
hahahaha
I remember counting the number of Cadillac emblems on my old car one day. If you counted the wreath and crest as one emblem, along with the scripts, then it was over 30, counting inside, outside, trunk, under the hood, etc So ostentatious lol
I remember counting the number of Cadillac emblems on my old car one day. If you counted the wreath and crest as one emblem, along with the scripts, then it was over 30, counting inside, outside, trunk, under the hood, etc So ostentatious lol
That fleetwood brougham was a car to be had! Loved it. lol
I specifically stated that badges and chrome-names can be a PITA to wash and wax.....you often have to get the sponge and cloths into tiny little crack-spaces to wipe off the dirt and/or buff the polish/wax. It's best done by persons (or children) with very small fingers.
Now the "infotainment" system on the dash reminds you too. As well as the steering wheel. So people PLEASE remember what your driving! Then they will stop this madness. What was I driving again?......
