“Leaning on Toyota for the electrical and software architecture will save a huge sum of money... equivalent to the amount needed to fund development of two separate vehicles.” Automotive News · 2 years ago
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“There is a concern that Mazda might become too reliant on Toyota, similar to Subaru... [but] CEO Moro stressed that even changing parts suppliers takes a long time so it won't be an immediate switch.” YouTube · Kirk Kreifels “Leaning on Toyota for the electrical and software
: The companies operate a $1.6 billion joint venture plant, Mazda Toyota Manufacturing (MTM), in Alabama. This facility produces the Toyota Corolla Cross and the Mazda CX-50 . [but] CEO Moro stressed that even changing parts
The partnership is often viewed through two lenses: a strategic necessity for a small manufacturer and a risk to brand identity.