Toyota nears completion of its $634 million South Africa investment as new Hilux pickup enters production

Toyota South Africa Motors (TSAM) has completed more than 77% of its 10.4 billion rand ($634 million) investment programme to manufacture the next-generation Hilux pickup truck, reinforcing the country's position as one of Toyota's most important production hubs outside Japan.

Toyota South Africa Motors has completed more than 77% of its 10.4 billion rand ($634 million) investment programme to manufacture the next-generation Hilux pickup truck, reinforcing the country's position as one of Toyota's most important production hubs outside Japan.

The automaker also announced the start of pilot production at its Durban manufacturing plant, marking a major milestone in a project expected to be completed by June 2027, Reuters reported.

The company's Chief Executive Andrew Kirby said the investment demonstrates Toyota Motor Corporation's confidence in South Africa despite growing challenges facing the global automotive industry.

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