Toyota Hits a Milestone: 300 Million Cars Produced Worldwide

Toyota Motor Corporation (TMC) has hit a massive milestone by producing a whopping 300 million cars worldwide. This incredible achievement comes 88 years and two months after Toyota’s very first car, the Model G1 truck, rolled off the production line in August 1935. The production numbers include both domestic and international production, with over 180.52 million cars made in Japan and 119.6 million produced abroad as of September 2023.

The Corolla takes the crown for the highest total production, with an impressive 53.399 million Corolla cars manufactured globally as of September 2023.

Chairman and Master Driver Akio Toyoda and President Koji Sato expressed their gratitude and shared their thoughts on this momentous occasion.

Chairman and Master Driver Akio Toyoda said, ‘Carmaking is a team effort.’ He believes that reaching the 300 million mark is a testament to the hard work of everyone at Toyota, including their suppliers, dealers, and other stakeholders. He acknowledges that Toyota’s history is not just about building cars but also about the relentless pursuit of improvement. Toyoda expressed his heartfelt appreciation to the customers who have chosen Toyota cars and shared that their stories inspire the company to continue making cars with care and dedication.

President of Toyota Koji Sato expressed his deep gratitude to the customers who have chosen Toyota cars and to the dedicated individuals who have poured their heart and soul into building each car. He recognizes the immense effort put forth by colleagues across the company, from planning and design to production, logistics, sales, and service. Sato acknowledges the challenges Toyota has faced, including natural disasters, fires, the COVID-19 pandemic, and chip shortages. However, he emphasizes that every time they were faced with adversity, the entire team worked together to overcome obstacles and ensure the production of cars. Sato promises to never forget the support they have received and pledges to continue making even better cars that bring smiles to customers’ faces.

This remarkable achievement of 300 million cars is a testament to Toyota’s commitment to excellence and the unwavering support of their customers. It is a milestone that showcases the dedication and hard work of the entire Toyota team, past and present. As they celebrate this momentous occasion, Toyota looks forward to the future, where they will continue to innovate and create vehicles that inspire and delight car lovers around the world.