25. 1969 Toyota Hilux
The Toyota Hilux is now one of the most famous light pickup trucks in the world. Extremely reliable with solid off-road capabilities, the Hilux has become a mainstay in many markets. First offered in Japan in 1968 and later in North America in 1969, it took the Hilux a while to gain traction. Regardless, the 1969 Hilux will go down as a milestone in automotive history. When Toyota decided to bring the Hilux to the United States, the company offered a 1.9 liter engine that easily overpowered the 1.5 liter engine intended for the Japanese market, showing that Toyota understood its market.