Lexus, Toyota to adopt Tesla production method for next EVs

Lexus LF-ZC concept 2023.jpg — Lexus will use gigacasting for EVs, starting with the LF-ZC, seen here as a concept at the Japan Mobility Show.

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November 23, 2023 04:55 AM

TOKYO — Toyota Motor Corp. has tapped premium brand Lexus to lead the company's shift toward using gigacasting for large aluminum parts.

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