Toyota Turkiye has started 2nd shift operation

Toyota Motor Manufacturing Turkiye declared the start of Double shift operation which is another step taken towards its growth targets for the year 2003.

Start of double shift is the first time in the history of Toyota Motor Manufacturing Turkiye since the start of production in year 1994. After a long preparation period and recruitment of new members, Toyota Turkiye has started double shift operation on 17th of March 2003 in Adapazarı Plant.

As being one of the Toyota's European production bases, Toyota Motor Manufacturing Turkiye is in a constant growth. As it is declared in January 2003, total production target for the year 2003 is set as 73,000 units which 87% bigger than the last year's result. Majority of this production volume will be exported and expected export amount is 600 million Euro. In year 2003, Toyota Turkiye will reach 2,500 employees with its continuous growth. In line with bigger targets, in year 2003 there will be additional investment which is 180 million Euros.

Currently, Toyota Motor Manufacturing Turkiye is producing two models which are Corolla Sedan and Corolla Station Wagon. Toyota Turkiye has also started the preparations of an exciting new model which will be produced only in Turkiye. New model is totally unique and will be exported from Turkey to Europe. This model is scheduled to be produced in year 2004.