Toyota to build hydrogen Hilux in Thailand; Chery eyes Japan

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Toyota will build a hydrogen-powered Hilux pickup in Thailand, expanding its bet on fuel-cell vehicles in Southeast Asia. China's Chery is eyeing a hybrid vehicle launch in Japan amid trade barriers, as Chinese automakers seek entry into a market long dominated by domestic brands. In the Philippines, electric vehicle sales jumped more than 300% in September, according to a Gulf News report, as governments across the region push electrification.

Why it matters：Automakers are diversifying powertrains and markets as trade barriers and electrification reshape Asia's vehicle industry.

Key points

  • Toyota will make a hydrogen Hilux in Thailand
  • Chery is weighing a hybrid launch in Japan
  • Philippine EV sales jumped over 300% in September

Sources (original reporting)

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