Toyota’s electric vehicle transition faces potential disruption as production delays threaten to leave dealerships without stock of its upcoming all-electric Highlander, despite the automaker’s push to phase out gas-powered models. The company’s CEO recently engaged with Chinese officials, signaling ongoing efforts to navigate global manufacturing and regulatory challenges amid its aggressive electrification strategy. Industry observers warn that supply chain bottlenecks could delay the rollout of key electric models, raising questions about Toyota’s ability to meet rising consumer demand for EVs. With dealers already preparing for the shift, the timing of inventory availability remains a critical factor in the automaker’s broader electric vehicle rollout.
CEO Jim Farley met with Chinese government officials in early September. Toyota planned a clean swap from gas to electric Highlander, but production delays may leave dealers without inventory for at ...
