Toyota is developing and producing a hydrogen-powered Hilux pickup in Thailand, with plans that extend beyond conventional road use. Nikkei Asia reports that the hydrogen Hilux is set to take on the Dakar Rally, linking the vehicle’s development to a high-profile motorsport effort.
Across coverage, Toyota’s next steps centre on manufacturing and early rollout. Top Gear says initial production batches are scheduled to start next year in Thailand, with exports planned for Europe and Australia, while it does not mention any timeline for an arrival in the Philippines. The second Nikkei Asia item similarly focuses on Toyota building the hydrogen-powered Hilux in Thailand, aligning with the manufacturing theme while emphasizing the same broader direction.
