Cali Raised LED Front Skid Plate | 4th Gen Toyota Tacoma (2024+)

Protect the undercarriage of your 4th Gen Tacoma with a front skid plate that’s engineered to take a beating. The factory gravel plates offer little more than dust protection, but this upgrade shields vital components like your engine and front differential from rocks, stumps, and trail damage. Whether you’re building an overland rig or just want peace of mind on the road, this is the first armor upgrade that your Tacoma needs.

Why Upgrade from Factory Gravel Plates?

Toyota equips the Tacoma with thin gravel guards that do little to stop real off-road hazards. Replacing them with a purpose-built skid plate ensures your truck stays protected when crawling, overlanding, or exploring rough trails.

• Factory gravel plates offer minimal off-road protection.
• This skid plate is built from 3/16” American Steel or 1/4” 5052 aircraft-grade aluminum.
• Direct-fit design custom-made for the 2024+ Tacoma — no gaps or rattles.
• This front skid plate replaces both gravel plates

Steel vs. Aluminum | Which Is Right for You?

Choosing between steel and aluminum comes down to how you use your Tacoma. Both provide great undercarriage protection, but each has unique advantages depending on how and where you drive your Tacoma.

Steel (3/16” American Steel)

Steel is the go-to for maximum strength and durability. If you expect heavy impacts from rock crawling or technical trails, steel provides maximum strength to push your truck to its limits.

• Maximum durability for aggressive off-roading and repeated impacts.
• Budget-friendly compared to aluminum.
• Perfect for rock crawling and rugged terrain.

Aluminum (1/4” 5052 Aircraft-Grade)

Aluminum offers outstanding strength with less weight, which keeps your Tacoma lightweight and fuel-efficient. The 5052 alloy outperforms typical aluminum skid plates, making it ideal for balanced off-road protection.

• Lightweight, corrosion-resistant protection.
• 5052 alloy has superior strength-to-weight ratio vs. standard aluminum.
• Great choice for overlanding and daily driving where weight matters.

Easy Installation

Installing this skid plate doesn’t require a shop or fabrication skills. The 100% bolt-on design uses a combination of factory holes and Grade 8 fasteners, so you can get it mounted with basic tools in under an hour.

• No cutting, drilling, or welding required.
• Reuses factory mounting points with upgraded hardware.
• Detailed instructions and install video included.

Service-Friendly Design

Unlike many aftermarket skid plates, this design allows for easy maintenance. Built-in cutouts mean you can still perform oil changes without removing the whole skid plate. It also features drainage slots so you don't need to worry about bringing home half of the trail. You can spray it out in your driveway without needing to take it off every trip.

• Service cutouts for oil changes and routine maintenance.
• Drainage slots integrated to keep everything clean 
• No need to drop the skid plate for regular work.

Sleek Finish

A skid plate doesn’t just protect your truck it also adds a clean, aggressive look to your Tacoma’s front end. Choose bare metal for customization or powder coat for long-term durability.

• RAW finish available for DIY painting or custom powder coat.
• Professional powder coat option protects against corrosion.

Compatibility & Notes

This front skid plate is tailored fit for the 2024+ Tacoma and designed to integrate seamlessly with common lift and off-road setups.

• Fits all 4th Gen Toyota Tacoma (2024+).
• Made in the USA by skilled American welders.