San Antonio, TX, August 12, 2026 —

San Antonio, TX – U.S. Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick, Acting Labor Secretary Keith Sonderling, and U.S. Senator Ted Cruz toured Toyota’s manufacturing facility in San Antonio, Texas. The visit provided an opportunity to observe the plant’s implementation of advanced manufacturing technologies, such as robotics and artificial intelligence.

The tour took place in close proximity to Toyota’s recent announcement regarding a significant expansion of its San Antonio operations. The company has committed an investment of $3.6 billion to enhance its existing plant. This expansion is set to introduce a second assembly line specifically for the production of Tacoma trucks.

The expansion project is also projected to generate a substantial number of new employment opportunities, with approximately 2,000 new jobs anticipated. The visit by federal and state officials underscores the economic impact of major manufacturing facilities and the integration of new technologies in the automotive sector.

Secretary Lutnick, Secretary Sonderling, and Senator Cruz were able to witness firsthand the sophisticated manufacturing processes employed by Toyota. The focus on robotics and AI integration highlights the evolving landscape of industrial production and workforce development within the United States.

Toyota’s investment in its San Antonio facility represents a significant commitment to the region and contributes to the ongoing development of advanced manufacturing capabilities within the American economy.



Story summarized from the original created by Pachatta Pope on www.ksat.com, see more information here.

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