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Akio Toyoda

Chairman of Toyota Motor Corporation, Toyota Motor Corp

Search every verified Akio Toyoda interview, podcast appearance, and on-the-record quote — each transcript cross-checked by AI and human review to confirm speaker identity. Akio Toyoda was inducted into the Automotive Hall of Fame at a ceremony in Detroit, Michigan, on October 14, 2026. In his acceptance speech, he reflected on his grandfather Kiichiro’s and father Shoichiro’s connections to the city, noting that Detroit holds deep significance for his family and Toyota. He also recounted a minor accident he had while test-driving an off-road vehicle two days before the ceremony. During the speech, Toyoda called for greater collaboration within the auto industry, saying he wants everyone in the industry to succeed and suggesting the sector focus less on competition and more on joint efforts to make a positive impact. Toyoda also appeared at the Super Taikyu Challenge in September 2026, where he watched driver Yuta Tomikawa compete in an endurance race. In comments about the series, Toyoda emphasized that it was created to lower barriers and broaden participation in motorsports. He advised drivers to prioritize safety, follow the rules, and be mindful of others on track, adding that finishing a race is difficult and should be an enjoyable experience.

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“The future of mobility is not just about moving, turning, and stopping. It is about connecting with people and hearts. I want a world where shared mobility and personal mobility coexist, where the value of personal mobility is heightened by the existence of shared mobility.”

“I want cars that smell like gasoline, make a loud noise, and have a sense of speed. I am a car enthusiast. I think that cars should be things that give you emotion, not just a means of transportation.”

“AI opens a brand new 200 billion TAM for Toyota, a market we have never addressed before, and every major hyperscaler is partnering with us to get it deployed.”

“It was a time when the industry was seen shifting from combustion engines to BEVs, from manual to automatic, and from hardware to software.”

“That is to increase the earning power we need in order to keep doing what we want to do. Without it, we cannot make cars or take on future challenges.”

“The leader must stand at the forefront and not run away, cover up, or lie. They have to protect the people on the ground. That's what mattered during the recalls.”

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