Chairman Toyoda
Global warming is a problem we must tackle as global citizens, and one which the automotive industry is confronting head-on.
From the outset, we have focused on the fact that our enemy is carbon, and “doing what we can right now.”
To date, we have sold a total of 27 million electric vehicles, mainly hybrids. These 27 million vehicles have reduced CO2 emissions by the equivalent of 9 million battery EVs (BEVs).
While the public discussion is always about BEVs or hybrids, at Toyota we have been steadily tackling global warming by doing whatever we can to lower CO2 emissions right now, knowing that our only enemy is carbon.
Why are we doing this? Looking around the world, each country has its own unique energy situation. Delivering “Mobility for All” is about serving every country, every road. All of us, from our leadership down, are working hard to ensure that no one is left behind.
Our ability to offer a full lineup of vehicles comes down to the teamwork of our partners: our dealers around the world, the suppliers who underpin our carmaking, equipment providers who keep our facilities running smoothly, materials vendors, and the people who transport our parts and finished products.
In these uncertain times, Toyota is not going to speculate. Instead, we are teaming up with others to prepare for the future.
Speculation doesn’t always turn out correct. Yet regardless of the situation, I believe that as long as we work together and prepare well, we are sure to make many people smile.
Today is the first time that more than 6,000 people have attended our shareholders’ meeting. Thank you very much for being here.
As our shareholders, the long-term support you provide, and your backing for our genba efforts, is what enables us to be prepared and ready. We look forward to your continued support.