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MTM Employees Who Are Part of Mazda Toyota History in North Alabama

Celebrating Start of Production with Toyota Battery Manufacturing North Carolina

A Road Trip to Celebrate a Key Milestone

Last November, members of the Mazda Toyota Manufacturing (MTM) leadership team traveled from Huntsville, Alabama to Toyota Battery Manufacturing North Carolina (TBMNC) to celebrate an exciting milestone: the plant’s Start of Production. TBMNC produces the batteries that power the Corolla Cross Hybrid Electric Vehicle (HEV), an important component that supports hybrid vehicle production connected to MTM.

The trip itself highlighted the technology behind the collaboration, with the team making the drive to North Carolina in a Corolla Cross Hybrid

Powering the Corolla Cross Hybrid

TBMNC plays a critical role in the hybrid production process. The batteries produced at TBMNC support the Corolla Cross HEV, demonstrating how multiple Toyota facilities work together to bring advanced vehicles to life.

This collaboration shows how innovation moves across facilities, from battery production in North Carolina to vehicle assembly connected to MTM, helping deliver high-quality hybrid vehicles to customers.

Thanking the Team Behind the Work

During the visit, MTM leaders connected with TBMNC team members to recognize their dedication and hard work leading up to the start of production. To celebrate the milestone and appreciation, the team shared MTM swag with TBMNC employees as a small token of thanks.

The visit reinforced the strong collaboration between TBMNC and MTM and the important role each facility plays in supporting hybrid vehicle production.