Toyota Announces $88M US investment Amid Tariff War
Japanese automaker Toyota has announced an $88 million US investment to boost its hybrid vehicle output amid a growing tariff war. The company will spend $88 million at an engine factory in West Virginia to boost production of gas-electric hybrid vehicles in the US. The plant’s investment now sits at over $2 billion and reinforces long-term job security to its more than 2,000 team members. JUST IN: Japanese automaker Toyota announces $88 million US investment to boost hybrid vehicle output amid tariff war. — Watcher.Guru (@WatcherGuru) April 23, 2025 “This investment is another example of Toyota’s ‘build where we sell’ philosophy and further proof of the company’s confidence in our team members,” said David Rosier, president of Toyota West Virginia. “Their willingness to embrace innovation and champion bold ideas continues to drive us forward, and we’re proud to play a pivotal role in providing customers with a variety of drivetrain options.” President Donald Trump singled out T...