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Toyota Invested In America to Make Better Vehicles

Toyota Invested In America to Make Better Vehicles

Summary

Toyota is using its Arizona Proving Ground to develop and test new vehicles. The site is designed for testing a variety of road conditions and works with both Toyota and other car companies. Toyota is focusing on making improvements to its vehicles, including a new Scion model lineup.

Key Facts

  • Toyota has a testing site called the Arizona Proving Ground located outside Phoenix, Arizona.
  • The site covers 11,650 acres and has different types of roads for testing vehicles, from paved roads to dirt tracks.
  • The site has been updated to improve efficiency and testing collaboration among Toyota's global sites.
  • Toyota uses the site to test parts with third-party suppliers to ensure they meet the company's standards.
  • A new lineup under the Scion brand is being developed, with the Scion 01 concept shown at an industry trade show.
  • Other car companies, like Rivian and Lucid, also use the site for their vehicle testing.
  • The Arizona Mobility Test Center within the site is managed by Intertek Transportation Technologies and rented out to competitor automakers.

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