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Toyota to produce EVs in Europe from 2028

Toyota will begin producing electric vehicles in Europe from 2028, starting with an electric SUV at its Czech plant in Kolín. The move marks Toyota’s first EV production on the continent as it prepares for stricter EU emissions rules and aims for carbon neutrality in Europe by 2035.

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Commercial Vehicles

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Autonomous Driving

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Autonomous Driving

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