Toyota plans to construct a cutting-edge vehicle battery testing laboratory at its North American research center in Michigan, investing approximately $50 million in the project. The facility, located in York Township near Ann Arbor, will primarily focus on testing batteries designed for hybrid and electric vehicles. These batteries will be sourced from a new factory
In a groundbreaking move to showcase their commitment to developing environmentally friendly vehicles, Toyota has introduced a liquid hydrogen-powered Corolla race car at a circuit near Mount Fuji in Oyama, Japan. The debut of this hydrogen-fueled vehicle in racing marks a significant step towards incorporating futuristic technologies in the racing world. Akio Toyoda, the Chairman
Toyota has revealed plans to invest an additional $2.1 billion in the construction of an electric and hybrid vehicle battery factory near Greensboro, North Carolina. This facility will play a crucial role in supplying batteries to Toyota’s expansive complex located in Georgetown, Kentucky, where the company intends to manufacture its first electric vehicle to be
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