Kentucky, United States — Toyota has announced a significant investment of $922 million to establish a new “advanced paint facility” at its existing plant in Georgetown, Kentucky. This investment is intended to enhance the quality of Toyota’s vehicle finishes.
The new facility will encompass an impressive one million square feet of production capacity and is expected to open for operation in 2027. The Japanese-based automaker said the facility will utilize cutting-edge, environmentally friendly paint processes that are projected to reduce carbon emissions by 30 percent and decrease water usage by 1.5 million gallons annually.
“Not only will our customers get the dynamic and stylish exterior finishes they love, but Toyota’s commitment to advanced paint technologies goes beyond aesthetics,” said Kerry Creech, president of Toyota Kentucky. “It encompasses efficiency, sustainability and quality, leading the industry in environmentally responsible manufacturing.”
This news follows a $1.3 billion investment announced earlier this year at the Georgetown site to bring assembly of an all-new, three-row battery electric SUV to the U.S. market in 2026. Toyota’s investment in Kentucky has reached more than $11 billion since breaking ground in 1986.
“This year alone more than $2 billion is being reinvested in this plant,” said Creech. “As the company and industry evolve, we remain committed to putting our team members first, ensuring long-term job security.”
With approximately 10,000 employees, Toyota Kentucky is responsible for the assembly of some of the most popular nameplates in the entire Toyota lineup, including the Camry Hybrid and RAV4 Hybrid.
Since 2020, Toyota has announced new investments of more than $20 billion into its U.S. manufacturing operations to support electrification efforts. Increasing BEV production in the U.S. advances Toyota’s portfolio approach to electrification, wrote the OEM in a press release.
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