How many factories does Toyota have in China?
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Toyota has many factories in China, but only two joint ventures, namely Tianjin Toyota and GAC Toyota. Below is relevant information about Toyota Motor: Introduction: One of the world's top ten automotive companies and Japan's largest automobile manufacturer, founded in 1933. It has now developed into a vast industrial group primarily engaged in automobile production, with businesses spanning machinery, electronics, finance, and other industries. History: In its early years, Toyota focused on manufacturing textile machinery. In 1933, the company established an automotive division within its textile machinery factory, marking the beginning of Toyota Motor's history in automobile manufacturing. In 1935, the Toyota AI prototype was successfully developed, and the following year, the company officially became an automobile industrial corporation. However, throughout the 1930s and 1940s, the company grew slowly. It wasn't until after World War II that Toyota Motor accelerated its development. By introducing European and American technologies and under the guidance of U.S. automotive technology and management experts, Toyota quickly mastered advanced automobile production and management techniques. Tailoring these to Japanese characteristics, the company created the famous Toyota Production System, continuously refining and improving it, which significantly enhanced factory efficiency and product quality. By the late 1960s, Toyota vehicles were flooding into the North American market. In 1972, the company had cumulatively produced 10 million vehicles.
As a car owner with over a decade of driving experience, I recall that Toyota has approximately 10 production plants in China, mainly located in cities such as Tianjin, Guangzhou, and Sichuan. For example, FAW Toyota has several plants in Tianjin, and GAC Toyota also operates a large factory in Guangzhou. Back in the early 1990s, Toyota only had small-scale trials in Beijing, but now it has expanded to so many locations, reflecting the rapid development of the Chinese market. These plants produce popular models like the Corolla, Highlander, and Levin, with localization making the cars more affordable and saving on import tariffs, benefiting consumers. Maintenance and repairs are also convenient, with fast parts supply and service centers spread across the country. I personally drive a domestically produced Camry, which is fuel-efficient and durable for long-distance driving, thanks to the economies of scale at the factories. With the trend towards new energy, these plants are gradually investing in hybrid vehicle production, offering more choices for daily commuting.
