Toyota
Leading global automaker
Toyota Motor Corporation is a Japanese automotive manufacturing corporation that traces its history back to 1937, emerging as the automotive division of Toyoda Automatic Loom Works. Its mission is to create cars and services that enrich people's lives, based on the values of continuous improvement (Kaizen) and respect for people.
The company has distinguished itself by implementing the revolutionary Toyota Production System (TPS), launching the world's first mass-produced hybrid car, the Prius, in 1997, and setting ambitious environmental goals with the "Toyota Environmental Challenge 2050." It has achieved significant production milestones, including the production of its 300-millionth vehicle in 2023 and record sales in 2025.
1957
The first Toyota Crown cars were exported to the USA
1962
The millionth car was produced
1966
The legendary Corolla model was introduced, becoming one of the best-selling in the world
1980s
The Toyota Production System (TPS) was implemented, becoming a benchmark for efficiency in the industry
1997
The world's first mass-produced hybrid car, the Prius, was introduced
2012
Became the first automaker to produce over 10 million vehicles in a year
2015
The Toyota Safety Sense active safety system package was launched
2015
The long-term global environmental initiatives "Toyota Environmental Challenge 2050" were formulated
2023
The 300-millionth car was produced
2025
Achieved record global sales, selling over 5.5 million cars in the first half of the year
