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Stephanie Salmons

Business & Tourism

It's no secret — or surprise — that Toyota Tacomas are popular in the Islands.

In fact, according to Servco Pacific, which has exclusive distributorships of Toyota, Lexus and Subaru in Hawai‘i, it's been the top-selling vehicle in the Islands for 25 years. 

To commemorate that milestone, Servco has unveiled a Hawai‘i-exclusive special edition of the best-selling truck and just 25 will be available statewide, Servco says.

"Hawaiʻi has embraced the Toyota Tacoma as part of its ‘ohana for a quarter of a century,” 

, president and CEO of Servco Pacific Inc

, said in an announcement Friday. "This special edition is our way of saying mahalo to the community that has made this truck the undisputed favorite across the Islands."

The truck comes in the color "mudbath" and comes with a "comprehensive suite of custom components designed to enhance both aesthetics and functionality," the announcement notes.

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Dames told Aloha State Daily in an emailed response to questions that the goal was to create something that feels "authentically local" and pay tribute to the community that has made the Tacoma the best-selling vehicle for the past 25 years.

"We're excited to see how customers respond because this edition was inspired by the people who drive Tacomas every day in Hawaiʻi," he says. "We know there's a strong sense of pride around the Tacoma locally, and we think many customers will appreciate seeing that connection reflected in a vehicle designed with Hawaiʻi in mind.

"More than anything, we hope it resonates with the communities, families, small business owners, outdoor enthusiasts and longtime Tacoma owners who have helped make the truck such an iconic part of life in Hawaiʻi."

Dames says that the Tacoma's popularity in the Islands goes beyond transportation.

"The truck is incredibly versatile and well-suited to island life. Whether you're heading to work, spending time with family, going to the beach, exploring the outdoors or supporting a small business, the Tacoma fits naturally into many aspects of daily life.

"Just as important, Tacoma owners in Hawaiʻi have built a strong community around the vehicle over the years. For many families, it's a truck they've trusted for generations," he continued. "That combination of capability, reliability, and deep local connection has helped make the Tacoma one of the most recognizable and beloved vehicles in Hawaiʻi."

You'll be able to reserve the truck in person beginning June 6 at Servco Toyota and Maui Toyota dealerships across the Islands. The TSRP, or total suggested retail price, is $44,770 and $7,999 for the Hawai‘i edition accessories.

In 2025, Tacomas made up 7.1% of the market share in Hawai‘i, according to a 

 from the Hawai‘i Automobile Dealers Association.

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The Tacoma has been Hawai‘i's top-selling vehicle for 25 years.

Servco Pacific unveils exclusive Hawai‘i edition Toyota Tacoma

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Katie Helland

Arts & Entertainment

It started with skateboarding. Hawaiʻi Kai-based Dale, the French Bulldog, would glide along with his owner Greg Dutcher. Then, they substituted a skateboard for a stand-up paddle board and swapped pavement for ocean. Later, came surfing.

On Friday, May 23, Dale, the dog, had his Hollywood premiere in 

“We try to do stuff with him all the time,” Dutcher told Aloha State Daily. “And that's how he became such a cool little dude. I just wanted to include my dog in everything I can, so instead of leaving him home and going to the beach, we bring him. Little guy wants to be in the water with us, so we put him on a boogie board and float it around.”

Dale is already getting recognition from the movie.

“It’s funny,” Dutcher said. “People approach us on the beach and they're like: ʻI have to ask, is that Dale from the movie?’ ”

Dale was about five months old when he first learned to glide on a skateboard. Now six years old, he filmed the scene for the movie almost two years ago in June of 2023 at Mākaha Beach.

Usually though the duo surfs at Queen’s Surf Break in Waikīkī. They now live in Hawaiʻi Kai, where Dale enjoys leaping into the water at Hālona Blowhole, which is also known as “Cockroach Cove.”

Generally, catching waves is pretty easy. Although, there was a surprise encounter with a monk seal that dove under their surfboard about two years ago, Dutcher said. The dog and nearby surfers saw it, but Dutcher didn’t, he said.

 rather than Dutcher, handled the surfing scene.

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“He's got a passion for being a little wild man,” Dutcher said. “We take him to the beach, and you could have a plate of meat, and he'll run right by it to get to the water. He doesn’t care about anything but getting into the water.”

Dale, the surfing dog

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This Hawaiʻi-Kai based pup inspired Stitch, the blue alien in “Lilo & Stitch,” to catch some waves. He learned the sport for the movie but had previous experience with skateboards and stand-up paddle boards.

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