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Geekplus installs more than 400 autonomous mobile robots at multiple Toyota plants

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Geekplus has announced the deployment of moving-type Autonomous Mobile Robots (AMRs) at several Toyota Motor Corporation plants in Japan.

Currently, a total of 436 Geekplus moving-type AMRs are operating in Toyota Motor Corporation’s factories, with operations scaled up to approximately 200 units per system.

As labor shortages due to a declining population and new labor regulations for truck drivers become urgent challenges for the manufacturing industry, Toyota Motor Corporation is accelerating the automation and efficiency of its in-plant logistics. [Read more…] about Geekplus installs more than 400 autonomous mobile robots at multiple Toyota plants

Toyota expands US manufacturing with up to $10 billion investment and unveils new $912 million hybrid-production boost

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Toyota is significantly expanding its manufacturing footprint in the United States, announcing up to $10 billion in additional investment over the next five years, alongside a newly disclosed $912 million allocation to boost hybrid-vehicle production across five US plants.

The second investment is part of – and included within – the larger package announced earlier in November.

Toyota Motor Corporation said the up to $10 billion commitment will “bring the company’s total US investment to nearly $60 billion since beginning operations in the US nearly 70 years ago”. [Read more…] about Toyota expands US manufacturing with up to $10 billion investment and unveils new $912 million hybrid-production boost

Toyota Group launches AI and software push with new academy and accelerator

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As the company itself describes it, five “major Toyota Group companies” have agreed to start “significant new initiatives” aimed at “bolstering their capabilities in artificial intelligence and software development”.

The push includes the establishment of the Toyota Software Academy, and the launch of the Global AI Accelerator (GAIA) to spearhead innovation.

The companies collaborating on these efforts are: Aisin, Denso, Toyota Tsusho, Toyota Motor, and Woven by Toyota. [Read more…] about Toyota Group launches AI and software push with new academy and accelerator

Toyota partners with Waymo to develop autonomous driving tech

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Toyota and Waymo have reached a preliminary agreement to explore a collaboration focused on accelerating the development and deployment of autonomous driving technologies.

Woven by Toyota will also join the potential collaboration as Toyota’s strategic enabler, contributing its strengths in advanced software and mobility innovation. This potential partnership is built on a shared vision of improving road safety and delivering increased mobility for all.

Toyota and Waymo aim to combine their respective strengths to develop a new autonomous vehicle platform. [Read more…] about Toyota partners with Waymo to develop autonomous driving tech

How to Choose the Best Toyota Dealership in Houston

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If you’re in the market for a Toyota in Houston, choosing the right dealership can make all the difference. With numerous options available, finding a reputable dealership that offers quality vehicles, excellent customer service, and competitive pricing is essential.

Here are some key factors to consider when selecting the best Toyota dealership in Houston. [Read more…] about How to Choose the Best Toyota Dealership in Houston

Toyota, Aurora and Continental to build autonomous vehicles on Nvidia platform

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Toyota, Aurora and Continental have joined the list of mobility technology providers developing and building their consumer and commercial vehicle fleets on chipmaker Nvidia’s accelerated computing and AI platforms.

Toyota, the world’s largest automaker, will build its next-generation vehicles on Nvidia Drive AGX Orin, running the safety-certified Nvidia DriveOS operating system. These vehicles will offer functionally safe, advanced driving assistance capabilities.

The majority of today’s auto manufacturers, truckmakers, robotaxi, and autonomous delivery vehicle companies, tier-one suppliers and mobility startups are developing on Nvidia Drive AGX platform and technologies. [Read more…] about Toyota, Aurora and Continental to build autonomous vehicles on Nvidia platform

Seegrid ends distribution agreements with Toyota subsidiary in favour of direct sales

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Seegrid, a manufacturer of autonomous mobile robot (AMR) solutions for palletized material handling, has decided to terminate its product and distribution agreements with Raymond Corporation, a division of Toyota, effective upon the conclusion of a ninety-day notice period.

Joe Pajer, CEO of Seegrid, says: “This move will allow us to sell and service the full Seegrid-branded product line across all market segments rather than serving a large portion of the market through Raymond.

“We are seeing more customers desire a direct relationship with Seegrid as we roll out our new lift truck products and release innovative technology enhancements across our product line.” [Read more…] about Seegrid ends distribution agreements with Toyota subsidiary in favour of direct sales

Choosing the Right Japanese Import Car for You

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Have you been contemplating what route would be the safest to take when purchasing a used vehicle? Japan’s car manufacturer quality standards and Japan’s import standards have remained famous worldwide.

This fame is well deserved because Japanese import cars are reliable, well-maintained, and cost-effective. Written below are some of the quality assurance procedures these vehicles undergo before making their way into the international automotive market. [Read more…] about Choosing the Right Japanese Import Car for You

Boston Dynamics and Toyota partner to advance humanoid robotics research

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Boston Dynamics and Toyota Research Institute (TRI) say they are partnering to accelerate the development of artificial intelligence and robotics.

The research partnership aims to accelerate the development of general-purpose humanoid robots utilizing TRI’s Large Behavior Models and Boston Dynamics’ Atlas robot.

Robert Playter, CEO of Boston Dynamics, says: “There has never been a more exciting time for the robotics industry, and we look forward to working with TRI to accelerate the development of general-purpose humanoids. [Read more…] about Boston Dynamics and Toyota partner to advance humanoid robotics research

Toyota makes strategic investment in Gideon

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Toyota Industries Corporation (TICO), which includes Toyota Material Handling Group and Toyota Automated Logistics Group, and Gideon, have signed an investment agreement with immediate effect.

The technology company Gideon develops and offers technologies for autonomous mobile robotics (AMR) behaviour and application stack for automating specific processes in warehouse and manufacturing environments.

For TICO, this strategic partnership and investment creates possibilities to simplify automated vehicle systems through standardization, reduced deployment times and increasing flexibility, adaptability and scalability.

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