Toyota Preps First Electric Pickup, the Hilux Bev, Following Byd Shark Phev Truck Launch
Electrek 5:39 pm on May 20, 2024
Toyota prepares its first all-electric pickup, the Hilux BEV model, after BYD launched its Shark PHEV truck. Toyota aims for production in Thailand by the end of 2025, with global export consideration. The company is also analyzing customer usage needs and fuel efficiency amidst growing EV market competition from other automakers like BYD, MG, GWM, Tesla, and others.
- Toyota's BEV Pickup Launch:
- Introduction of Hilux BEV in response to BYD Shark PHEV.
- Plans for Thailand production and potential global exportation by end-2025.
- Customer usage analysis and fuel efficiency considerations amidst EV market evolution.
- Competition from other automakers in the electric vehicle sector.
https://electrek.co/2024/05/17/toyota-preps-first-electric-pickup-following-byd-shark-launch/