11 ^th May 2026, Bengaluru, India: : Toyota Kirloskar Motor announces plans to build a new vehicle manufacturing plant in the Bidkin Industrial Area, Maharashtra, India. The new plant is planned to start production in the first half of 2029 and is aimed to strengthen Toyota’s business foundation in the Indian market.

The new plant will be positioned to steadily deliver vehicles not only to customers in India but also to customers in surrounding regions.

Vision for the New Plant

Toyota’s business in India has progressed together with those who pioneered the Indian market, with Toyota receiving invaluable learning and support from those pioneers.

With deep appreciation, Toyota will continue strengthening its production structure to enable flexible response to future demand growth and market changes in India and surrounding regions, and to deliver products in a timely manner that customers choose.

Through the new plant, and with the continued support of many stakeholders and local communities, Toyota will continue to contribute to the development of India’s automotive industry and society.

Overview of the New Plant

Location	Bidkin Industrial Area, Maharashtra, India
Planned start of production	First half of 2029
Production capacity*	100,000 vehicles/year
Number of employees*	Approx. 2,800
Main processes	Stamping, welding, painting, assembly
Model to be produced	New SUV

*Based on start of production in the first half of 2029

Overview of TKM

Equity participation	Toyota Motor Corporation (Japan): 89%, Kirloskar Systems Limited (India): 11%
Permanent number of employees	6,466
Land area	Approx. 432 acres (approx.1,700,000 m2)
Building area	74,000 m2
Total Installed Production capacity	Up to 3,42,000 units

Overview of TKM 1st Plant:

Established	October 1997 (start of production: December 1999)
Location	Bidadi
Products	Innova HyCross, Innova Crysta, Fortuner, Legender manufactured in India.
Installed Production capacity	Up to 1,32,000 units

Overview of TKM 2nd Plant:

Start of Production	December 2010
Location	On the site of Toyota Kirloskar Motor Private Limited, Bidadi
Products	Camry Hybrid, Urban Cruiser Hyryder, Hilux
Installed Production capacity	Up to 2,10,000 units

*Other Toyota Models: Glanza, Rumion, Urban Cruiser Taisor

**Imported as CBU: Vellfire, LC 300

For Any Further Queries, Please Contact:

Toyota Kirloskar Motor Pvt. Ltd.	Lewis Value 360
Ravi Sharma Email : ravi_sharma@toyota-kirloskar.co.in	Khyati Mehta Email : khyati@lewisvalue360.com
Kaveri Mandanna Email : kaveriamma_mm@toyota-kirloskar.co.in