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Four facts about Koji Sato, the new CEO of Toyota

David Ijaseun by David Ijaseun
July 29, 2023
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Koji Sato, Toyota's new CEO

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Koji Sato, Toyota’s new CEO, will take charge of the biggest automaker in the world on April 1, 2023, from Akio Toyoda, the grandson of the company’s founder.

Here are four facts about the new CEO of Toyota.

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A great deal of experience in the auto business:

Sato has been with Toyota for almost 4 decades, working in many different departments and learning a lot about the car business. He has been head of research and development and executive vice president, among other top management jobs.

He has been making Toyota cars for 30 years. He has made the Prius, which is Toyota’s most popular hybrid car, as well as a hydrogen-powered Corolla racing car. He used to be the head engineer, and now he is the head of the luxury brand Lexus.

When Sato takes over at Toyota, he will do well because he has a lot of experience and a deep understanding of the business.

Giving priority to electrification and the environment:

Sato has said that Toyota will keep working in the areas of electrification and sustainability, which are becoming more important in the auto industry. He has talked about how important it is to make vehicles that are good for the environment and to promote sustainable mobility.

Sato’s dedication to sustainability fits with Toyota’s goal of lowering its carbon footprint and making the future more sustainable.

Focused on innovation and technology:

Sato has led Toyota’s efforts to use new technologies and come up with new ideas. He was a key part of developing Toyota’s advanced safety technologies, and he has been a strong supporter of putting cutting-edge technologies in Toyota cars. Sato’s focus on new ideas and technology is likely to keep Toyota growing and successful in the years to come.

Commitment to maintaining Toyota’s cultural values:

Sato has said that he wants to keep Toyota’s core cultural values, such as its commitment to quality, continuous improvement, and respect for people, even though he is focused on innovation and technology.

Sato’s leadership will probably reflect these values, which will make sure that Toyota stays a company that cares about making high-quality cars that meet customers’ needs.

Koji Sato is a seasoned leader who graduated from Waseda University in 1992 with a degree in mechanical engineering.

As the new CEO of Toyota, he is well-positioned to lead the company through the challenges and opportunities of the future.

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