Toyota Announces Electric Hilux for 2025, Rivals Gear Up
In a competitive move, Toyota plans to launch an all-electric Hilux pickup by 2025, as the EV market heats up in Thailand and beyond.
- Toyota to launch an all-electric Hilux pickup by the end of 2025, aiming to maintain its market leadership amid rising competition.
- The announcement comes as Isuzu plans to introduce its electric D-MAX pickup in Thailand, alongside growing EV adoption in the region.
- Toyota's move follows significant investments in Southeast Asia's EV market, led by Chinese brands like BYD, which has become a major player.
- The electric Hilux will undergo public transportation trials in Pattaya, Thailand, next month as part of its development process.
- Despite the shift towards electric vehicles, Toyota remains the market leader in Thailand, expecting to sell 250,000 vehicles this year.