'He Drives In Italics:' Man Spots Toyota Tacoma on the Highway. He Can’t Believe It’s Driveable

"Bro drifting all the way."

Photo by: TacomaLifestyle & Mick Kirchman

Steve Ecker

By: Steve Ecker

Sep 19, 2025 at 9:00pm ET

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A Tacoma truck driver is going viral for somehow finding a way to drive his slightly angled truck down the highway.

In a Facebook Reel that’s generated over 603,000 views as of this writing, Tacoma Lifestyle (@tacomalifestyle) reveals a Toyota Tacoma with an off centered alignment cruising down the highway effortlessly.

The video includes multiple angles of the misaligned Tacoma making its own down the highway. The truck’s frame is off center with the position of 11 o’clock while driving straight.

“Bro drifting all the way,” one commenter said.

The video is edited to the famous The Fast and the Furious: Tokyo Drift song as the truck appears to be drifting down the highway. It’s truly mind boggling to comprehend how the driver is able to pull off this angle while driving. The move left commenters amused.

“He drives in italics,” one joked.

“He's just trying to drift to get that drift boost,” another jested.

“You just can’t keep a Tacoma down,” a third replied.

Why Do Vehicles Need Alignments?

A wheel or tire alignment is the process of adjusting a car’s steering and suspension to ensure the tires are at the proper angle when connecting with the road surface, Jiffy Lube reports. Additionally, alignments will recenter the steering wheel for vehicles to drive straight, AAA reports.

When your vehicle is properly aligned, the car will be able to drive down the road in a straight line without drifting to the right or left.

If your vehicle is veering off to the left or right, there may be an issue with the alignment. There are three angles that come into play with alignment: camber, caster, and toe:

Camber: These adjustments involve how much contact the tires have on the road while in motion.
Caster: These adjustments include having the vehicle drive straight with minimal effort and the ability to self-center after making a turn.
Toe: These adjustments ensure tires are properly angled to roll smoothly without scrubbing sideways .

Each of these angles will affect the alignment, so if one of these angles are off, the car will no longer drive straight.

It’s also important to note that wheel alignment will also impact the vehicle's suspension. Your vehicle's suspension is responsible for improving handling, providing comfort, and ensuring tire contact.

Having proper wheel alignment will reduce wear and tear on your vehicle's suspension. If the wheel alignment is off, this will lead to premature wear and tear in suspension components including the ball joints, control arms, and bushings.

How Do I Know If I Need A Tire Alignment?

According to Bridgestone Tire, these are the signs to look out for to notice if your vehicle alignment is off;

Vehicle is pulling or drifting to the right or left
The steering wheel gets off centered when driving straight
Steering wheel vibration
Uneven tread wear

“Correct alignment prevents uneven tire wear, improves fuel efficiency, enhances steering control, and reduces pulling and instability,” per Kelley Blue Book (KBB).

If your car has been experiencing any of these indicators, it’s time to get your alignment checked out.

Les Schwab suggests getting a wheel alignment twice a year and making it part of your regular auto maintenance. Additionally, KBB adds alignment checks should happen every 6,000 miles, during tire rotations, or every six months.

How Much Does An Alignment Cost?

Tire or wheel alignments services will cost between $100 and $200, KBB says. This number will depend on location and vehicle type.

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KBB reports dealerships will charge $183 on a national average for alignment service while independent shops may charge slightly less. To save money, it’s recommended to search for a facility that offers lifetime alignment packages with scheduled alignment.

Motor1 has contacted Tacoma Lifestyle via email. The story will be updated if they reply.