Toyota-Backed Joby Aviation Soars: Expanding US Production for Flying Taxis
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Toyota-Backed Joby Aviation Soars: Expanding US Production for Flying Taxis

Aviation Innovation
flyingcars
evtol
urbanmobility
toyota
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Summary:

  • Joby Aviation, backed by Toyota, is expanding its US production for flying cars

  • Plans to produce 24 eVTOLs annually at its California facility

  • eVTOLs expected to revolutionize transport as aerial taxis

  • Toyota to assist in design, manufacturing, and quality control

  • Growth supported by Trump administration's focus on unmanned aircraft

Joby Aviation, a pioneering U.S. flying car startup with Toyota Motor as its leading investor, is set to significantly boost its production capacity in the United States. This move aligns with the growing interest and support from the Trump administration for the unmanned aircraft industry.

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Toyota will cooperate with Joby in design, manufacturing, and quality control to build a production system. (Joby Aviation)

Expanding Horizons

Joby Aviation plans to expand its Marina, California facility, aiming to produce 24 electric vertical takeoff and landing aircraft (eVTOLs) annually. These eVTOLs are anticipated to serve as aerial taxis, revolutionizing urban mobility and reducing congestion.

A Collaborative Future

With Toyota's expertise in manufacturing and quality control, Joby is poised to establish a robust production system. This partnership underscores the potential of flying cars to become a mainstream mode of transportation, supported by advancements in technology and regulatory frameworks.

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