Toyota Announces $3.6 Billion Investment to Move Tacoma Production to Texas
In a significant expansion plan, Toyota has announced a $3.6 billion investment to relocate the production of its Tacoma pickup trucks from Mexico to a new facility in San Antonio, Texas. This move is set to create 2,000 new jobs and will double the footprint of the existing factory in the area. The decision comes amid ongoing economic considerations, including tariffs and incentives that favor domestic production. Texas Governor Greg Abbott welcomed the announcement, highlighting it as a major win for local employment and industry.
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