SAN ANTONIO, Dec. 3, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Texas pride is shining bright in San Antonio as production of the
all-new 2022 Toyota Tundra shifts into drive at Toyota
Motor Manufacturing, Texas
(TMMTX).
Together with its 2,000 employees and special guests, including
Texas Governor Greg Abbott and San
Antonio Mayor Ron Nirenberg,
TMMTX celebrated the official line off of the all-new Tundra and
hybrid-powered Tundra (Spring 2022), the truck's first-ever major
model change at the South Side plant since it began assembling
trucks in 2006.
Getting this adventure-ready, go-anywhere truck to market
took years of research and development from a hard-working,
dedicated team of employees and suppliers – including TMMTX's over
20 on-site suppliers – a point that Toyota Texas president
Kevin Voelkel made at today's
event.
"Today, we celebrate the hard work, the dedication and this
accomplishment that has been years in the making," said Voelkel.
"There's no question we are delivering the toughest, most capable,
most advanced Tundra to date!"
In 2019, TMMTX announced an investment of $391 million to prepare for production of the
2022 Tundra, pushing its cumulative investment to more than
$3.1 billion. The investment helped
TMMTX prepare for production of the next generation Tundra by
expanding its facility by 141,000 linear feet – equivalent to 470
football fields – to accommodate new processes and cutting-edge
technologies to bring the redesigned powerhouse truck to loyal
customers. This includes preparations to assemble a hybrid
electric version Tundra – the brand's
12th electrified vehicle – that will go on
sale in early 2022. TMMTX has the annual capacity to build
208,000 vehicles.
"There is no brand more powerful than Made In Texas, and
Toyota's San Antonio-based
production of the all-new 2022 Toyota Tundra is a testament to
that," said Governor Abbott. "Toyota has played a pivotal role in
Texas' continued economic success,
and I am grateful for the billions of dollars in investment and
thousands of jobs they have brought to the Lone Star State. The
unveiling of the 2022 Tundra and the first-ever Tundra Hybrid is a
celebration of what businesses can achieve when they choose to
invest in the best state in the nation."
While investments in manufacturing will keep Texans working and
Toyota competitive in the marketplace, TMMTX is dedicated to making
a significant impact on the community. To further this commitment,
the team announced $650,000 in
donations to strengthen and expand access to transportation, food,
STEM education and workforce development with a specific focus on
San Antonio's south
side.
Donation Information
- $100,000 – San Antonio Food Bank,
supporting food accessibility and delivery
- $250,000 – VIA, remove mobility
barriers and expand mobility options for South Side
residences
- $300,000 – South Side Independent
School Districts, enhancing STEM education, continuing education
for educators and wrap-around support services for
students
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- $50,000 – East Central
Independent School District
- $50,000
– Harlandale Independent School District
- $50,000 – Somerset Independent
School District
- $50,000 – South San Antonio
Independent School District
- $50,000 – Southside Independent
School District
- $50,000 – Southwest Independent
School District
Additional quotes available for media use:
Mayor Ron Nirenberg
"The 2022 Tundra is the latest example of Toyota's innovative
excellence," said Mayor Ron
Nirenberg. "This sophisticated new Tundra rolling off
San Antonio assembly lines is the
result of the continued investment by Toyota Motor Manufacturing
Texas and the dedication of the company's workforce. This is
another great day in San Antonio's
storied relationship with Toyota."
Bexar County Judge Nelson
Wolff
"I had the privilege of working with Toyota when they made the
decision to come to San Antonio in
2002. For nearly 20 years, they have been a great corporate leader
and, together with their supply partners, have transformed our
economy by adding over 7,000 jobs to the area. We are excited and
honored to be here with them today to celebrate the new 2022 Tundra
roll off the assembly line."
About Toyota
Toyota (NYSE:TM) has been a part of the cultural fabric in
the U.S. for more than 60 years, and is committed to advancing
sustainable, next-generation mobility through our Toyota and Lexus
brands, plus our nearly 1,500
dealerships.
Toyota has created a tremendous value chain and directly
employs more than 36,000 in the U.S. The company has contributed
world-class design, engineering, and assembly of more than 30
million cars and trucks at our 9 manufacturing plants, 10 including
our joint venture in Alabama which
began production in September
2021.
Toyota seeks to create limitless possibilities for all by
embracing a culture of diversity and inclusion to strengthen
communities and our business. We collaborate with partners to help
communities thrive through access to education, workforce readiness
programs, and mobility solutions. For more information, visit
ww.toyotanewsroom.com.
Media Contact
Luisa Casso
210-268-2732
luisa.casso@toyota.com
Onsite Media Contact
Emily Wilemon-Holland
662-507-5148
emily.holland@toyota.com
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