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Toyota investing $3.6 billion in Texas plant, moving most Tacoma pickup production from Mexico
By CBS Texas at CBS Texas (KTVT) DFW
· July 7, 2026
· 2 min read
Toyota said Monday it will shift most production of its midsize Tacoma pickup truck from Mexico to the United States as part of a $3.6 billion investment in its San Antonio, Texas, plant. The transition from Toyota's Tijuana, Mexico, facility will take roughly four years, the Japanese auto giant ...
Key takeaway Toyota said in November it planned to invest as much as $10 billion in the United States over the next five years.
Why this matters in Southlake News
The decision by Toyota to invest $3.6 billion in its San Antonio plant and shift most Tacoma pickup production from Mexico to the United States will have a significant impact on the local economy in the Dallas-Fort Worth area. As a major employer in the region, Toyota's expansion plans will create over 2,000 new jobs, contributing to the growth of the local workforce. The increased production capacity at the San Antonio plant will also have a ripple effect on the local supply chain, potentially leading to new business opportunities and investments in the area. Furthermore, Toyota's commitment to its Texas operations reinforces the state's position as a hub for the automotive industry, which will likely attract other manufacturers and suppliers to the region, including Southlake . The city's proximity to the San Antonio plant and its existing infrastructure make it an attractive location for companies looking to capitalize on the growing automotive industry in Texas.
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Category: local ·
Published: July 7, 2026 ·
Source: CBS Texas (KTVT) DFW ·
Reading time: 2 min
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What is this story about? Toyota said Monday it will shift most production of its midsize Tacoma pickup truck from Mexico to the United States as part of a $3.6 billion investment in its San Antonio, Texas, plant. The transition from Toyota's Tijuana, Mexico, facility will take roughly four years, the Japanese auto giant ...
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