Toyota Group has announced a major expansion of its robotics initiative, pledging to invest billions annually starting in 2028 to deploy hundreds of thousands of advanced robots. Among these will be AI-powered humanoids designed to learn and replicate the skills of master craftsmen, marking a significant leap in automation and human-machine collaboration. The move reflects the company’s push toward integrating cutting-edge technology into manufacturing and beyond. Details on the specific applications and global rollout remain under discussion, but the scale suggests a transformative shift in industrial automation.


Toyota Group will invest $6.42 billion annually from 2028 to deploy 400,000 robots, including AI humanoids that learn from master craftsmen.