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.