Some automakers have what it takes to be successful- in all parts of the world. Recently, Japanese automaker Toyota announced it would build on its success and increase annual production capacity of six-speed automatic transmissions from 400-thousand to 520-thousands at its Buffalo, West Virginia plant. This investment comes with a price-tag of $45 million and will create about 80 new jobs at the manufacturing facility. The expansion will begin in November 2012 and should be complete by July 2013.
The West Virginia factory currently produces six-speed transmissions for Toyota Avalon, the Toyota Camry, and several other Toyota and Lexus models that are constructed in North America.
Several government officials from West Virginia eagerly heard and responded to the news of expansion. One of these was West Virginia Governor Earl Ray Tomblin. He states, " I am so pleased that for the second time in approximately a year, Toyota will expand the Buffalo plant due to the success of their diligent, hard-working, and devoted employees. Toyota's commitment to excellence coupled with the strong West Virginia work ethic is a match made for positive economic growth benefitting both the company and the community."1 Toyota partner corporation Bodine Aluminum will also expand to aid in the increased production.
Here at Heart City Toyota, conveniently located at 711 N. Nappanee St. Elkhart, IN 46514 we're excited to see that Toyota will be expanding, too. Stay tuned here with us for more information about all things Toyota, but in the meantime, feel free to browse our current selection of new Toyota vehicles.
Source: 1http://www.lanereport.com/2552/2012/03/toyota-increasing-u-s-transmission-production-approximately-55-million-investment/
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