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Japan Tackles Driver Shortage with Self-Driving Buses
Solutions3d ago

Japan Tackles Driver Shortage with Self-Driving Buses

Major Japanese companies are launching autonomous buses to solve a critical shortage of drivers across the country. Toyota and telecom giant Docomo are leading the charge to bring fully driverless public transit to local communities.

Japan Times2 min read
Toyota Factory Hires Humanoid Robot Named Digit
InnovationFeb 26

Toyota Factory Hires Humanoid Robot Named Digit

Toyota just signed a deal to bring humanoid robots into its Canadian factory to handle the toughest jobs workers don't want. The goal is to keep people safer while letting them focus on work that actually needs a human touch.

Google: robotics innovation2 min read
Toyota Partners With Treehouse to Simplify EV Home Charging
InnovationFeb 25

Toyota Partners With Treehouse to Simplify EV Home Charging

Toyota just made getting an at-home EV charger as simple as snapping a few photos. The automaker partnered with Treehouse to handle everything from permits to installation for its growing electric vehicle lineup.

Electrek2 min read
Toyota RAV4 Can Power Homes for a Week in Japan
InnovationFeb 23

Toyota RAV4 Can Power Homes for a Week in Japan

Toyota's 2026 RAV4 plug-in hybrid can keep a house running for nearly a week during power outages, but American buyers won't get this lifesaving feature. The Japan-spec SUV offers emergency backup power that could transform how families prepare for disasters.

Google News - Electric Vehicle2 min read
Toyota Launches 3 New Electric Vehicles Including Highlander
InnovationFeb 21

Toyota Launches 3 New Electric Vehicles Including Highlander

Toyota is accelerating its electric vehicle rollout with three new battery-powered models, including the first all-electric version of its popular Highlander SUV. After years of focusing on hybrids, the automaker is making a major bet on America's growing appetite for EVs.

Google News - Electric Vehicle2 min read
Toyota Canada Deploys Humanoid Robots After Year-Long Trial
VideosFeb 19

Toyota Canada Deploys Humanoid Robots After Year-Long Trial

After a successful year-long pilot, Toyota's largest plant outside Japan is adding humanoid robots to help workers with repetitive tasks. The move could transform how automotive workers spend their days on the factory floor.

The Robot Report2 min read
Toyota's Best-Selling Car in Europe Goes Electric
Planet WinsFeb 17

Toyota's Best-Selling Car in Europe Goes Electric

Europe's favorite Toyota is getting an electric makeover. The Yaris, which sold over 167,000 units last year, will soon join the EV revolution alongside its sibling, the Corolla.

Electrek2 min read
Robots and Humans Working Side by Side Safely in Factories
VideosFeb 17

Robots and Humans Working Side by Side Safely in Factories

Companies are proving that humans and robots can work together without injuries when safety comes first. From Toyota to DHL, smart workspace design is making factories safer and more productive.

The Robot Report3 min read
Japanese Manufacturer Brings 300 Jobs to San Antonio
SolutionsFeb 15

Japanese Manufacturer Brings 300 Jobs to San Antonio

A Japanese plastics company is investing $40 million in its first U.S. plant on San Antonio's South Side, creating up to 300 manufacturing jobs by 2028. The facility marks another major win for the city's booming industrial corridor.

Google News - Jobs Created2 min read
Toyota Builds First EV in U.S., Invests $10B in American Jobs
InnovationFeb 12

Toyota Builds First EV in U.S., Invests $10B in American Jobs

Toyota just announced it will produce its first electric vehicle in America, creating thousands of jobs in Kentucky and North Carolina. The move marks a major milestone for U.S. manufacturing and clean energy.

Japan Times2 min read
Toyota's First 3-Row Electric SUV Goes 320 Miles
InnovationFeb 12

Toyota's First 3-Row Electric SUV Goes 320 Miles

Toyota just launched its first three-row electric SUV, built right here in America, with enough range to rival any family road trip. The 2027 Highlander EV seats seven, charges at Tesla stations, and can even power your home during an outage.

Electrek2 min read
Toyota Builds 320-Mile Electric SUV in Kentucky
InnovationFeb 11

Toyota Builds 320-Mile Electric SUV in Kentucky

While other automakers pull back on electric vehicles, Toyota is going all in with a new three-row electric SUV built entirely in America. The 2027 Highlander EV brings families 320 miles of range and homegrown manufacturing jobs.

Google News - Electric Vehicle2 min read
Toyota Highlander Goes Electric with 320-Mile Range
InnovationFeb 11

Toyota Highlander Goes Electric with 320-Mile Range

America's favorite family SUV just got a battery-powered makeover that could change how we think about electric vehicles. The 2027 Toyota Highlander arrives as the first three-row EV built in America by Toyota, combining familiar reliability with cutting-edge clean technology.

Google News - Business2 min read
Man Drives 5,600 Miles Across 19 Countries for Northern Lights
Community HeroesFeb 8

Man Drives 5,600 Miles Across 19 Countries for Northern Lights

A Saudi Arabian man spent over a year planning and $12,300 executing an epic road trip from Al-Aflaj to northern Norway, driving through 19 countries just to witness the aurora borealis. His three-week journey in a Toyota Land Cruiser proves some dreams are worth every mile.

Fox News Latest Headlines (all sections)3 min read
Toyota Robots Learn Factory Jobs on Real Production Lines
InnovationFeb 6

Toyota Robots Learn Factory Jobs on Real Production Lines

Toyota is training the next generation of autonomous robots by letting them learn on real factory floors, marking a major step toward smarter manufacturing. The robots are mastering tasks like sorting crates on conveyor belts through hands-on experience.

IEEE Spectrum2 min read
Japan Gets Electric Delivery Vans With 160-Mile Range
VideosFeb 6

Japan Gets Electric Delivery Vans With 160-Mile Range

Toyota and Daihatsu just launched electric delivery vans that can travel 160 miles on a single charge, perfect for Japan's bustling city streets. The vehicles keep the same cargo space as gas models while cutting emissions from the country's massive delivery network.

CleanTechnica2 min read
Ford's $30K Electric Pickup Launches 2027
InnovationFeb 6

Ford's $30K Electric Pickup Launches 2027

Ford just previewed its most ambitious project yet: a spacious mid-size electric pickup starting around $30,000. The affordable EV, built on Ford's new Universal platform, aims to compete with lower-cost Chinese brands while offering more space than a Toyota RAV4.

Electrek2 min read
Toyota's New EV Cracks America's Top 4 Best-Sellers
Planet WinsFeb 5

Toyota's New EV Cracks America's Top 4 Best-Sellers

After a rocky start with electric vehicles, Toyota's redesigned bZ electric SUV just became one of America's top four best-selling EVs in January. The turnaround came after the automaker fixed everything customers wanted: better range, faster charging, and a price tag under $30,000.

Electrek3 min read
Toyota Opens $11.5B Biofuels Lab in Brazil
Planet WinsFeb 5

Toyota Opens $11.5B Biofuels Lab in Brazil

Toyota is launching a cutting-edge biofuels research center in Sorocaba, Brazil, with 40 engineers dedicated to ethanol, biomethane, and flex-fuel innovation. The lab is part of an $11.5 billion investment positioning Brazil as a global leader in renewable automotive technology.

Google News - Brazil Innovation3 min read
Toyota Opens $11.5B Brazil Biofuels Lab in Sorocaba
Planet WinsFeb 4

Toyota Opens $11.5B Brazil Biofuels Lab in Sorocaba

Toyota is building a renewable fuels research center in Sorocaba, Brazil, with 40 engineers dedicated to developing flex-fuel, ethanol, and biomethane technologies. The lab is part of an $11.5 billion investment package to make cleaner transportation a reality.

Google News - Brazil Innovation3 min read

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