Toyota is planning to make EVs in Europe for the first time
Published on Aug 05, 2025 at 7:22 AM (UTC+4)
by Keelin McNamara
Last updated on Aug 04, 2025 at 7:32 PM (UTC+4)
Edited by
Emma Matthews
Toyota appears to be planning to finally manufacture EVs in Europe for the first time.
The Japanese giant has endured something of a love-hate relationship with EVs in recent years.
Now, though, the marque appears to have finally accepted the necessity of scaling up production of EVs.
And it apparently plans to build up to 100,000 units per year at a new facility in Europe.
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Toyota pushes into EV production in Europe
Toyota has always been very cautious when it comes to the world of EVs – especially en masse.
The brand is famed for its careful, cautious approach at the best of times – an approach that has served it well.
It appears now, though, that Toyota has finally decided to go further on EV production.
A report from Nikkei Asia has been doing the rounds during the entirety of Monday.
The report in question suggests that the firm’s plant in the Czech Republic is about to become an even bigger hub.
It has reportedly been earmarked for a massive upscale in EV production, potentially as early as 2028.
Up to 100,000 EVs per year could be about to roll out of Toyota’s European manufacturing facility.
Why moving production to Europe actually makes sense
The move to manufacturing these EVs in Europe actually makes sense for the manufacturer.
The Japanese marque has already made a commitment to offering 14 EV models there by 2026.
This includes the updated versions of the C-HR+, bZ crossover, and the updated Urban Cruiser.
Toyota’s decision to localize EV production across the pond aligns with long-term sustainability goals set out by the brand.
For one thing, the European Union plans to ban production of all ICE vehicles by 2035.
Despite a recent 1 percent dip in European EV sales, EVs still account for 15.4 percent of all new sales on the continent.
Furthermore, focusing production there makes more sense when you consider the lack of enthusiasm in Japan.
In Japan, EVs make up only two percent of all new car sales compared to the 15 percent in the EU.
Is this shift in mindset indicative of a broader, wider approach when it comes to Toyota?
Keelin McNamara is a content writer at Supercar Blondie from Ireland, covering cars, technology, and lifestyle. Despite being a Law graduate, he discovered his passion for journalism during the COVID-19 pandemic, and has worked in the industry ever since. Outside of work, he is an avid MotoGP fan, and is a self-confessed addict of the sport.
