Toyota Kirloskar Motor (TKM) marked its presence at the Advantage Maharashtra Expo 2026, reaffirming its commitment to sustainable mobility, responsible manufacturing and youth empowerment through skilling initiatives in Maharashtra. Toyota’s participation highlighted the potential of Flex-fuel Strong Hybrid Electric Vehicle (SHEV) technology, while the pavilion reflected TKM’s focus on industry collaboration and technology awareness aligned with India’s energy transition goals.

The Advantage Maharashtra Expo 2026, held once every three years, is among the largest industry expos in Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar and the Marathwada region. The event is organised by the Marathwada Association of Small-Scale Industries and Agriculture (MASSIA), in collaboration with the Government of Maharashtra.

At the Technology Pavilion, TKM showcased a curated display of advanced vehicle technologies, including the HyCross Flexi-Fuel Strong Hybrid Electric Vehicle (FFV SHEV). This demonstrated TKM’s multi-pathway approach to achieving carbon neutrality while balancing sustainable mobility.

Strengthening engagement at the Expo, TKM conducted a session on Toyota Culture for representatives from industry and educational institutions. The session highlighted the company’s core values of quality-led manufacturing, continuous improvement, skill development and customer-centric leadership, aimed at building long-term partnerships in Maharashtra.

Sudeep Dalvi, Chief Communication Officer, Senior Vice President and Director, Toyota Kirloskar Motor, said, “Toyota Kirloskar Motor extends its sincere gratitude to the Government of Maharashtra for its continued support for our greenfield manufacturing project in the state. Our upcoming facility will enhance TKM’s operational footprint with localisation as a key focus, while creating expanded opportunities for local development.

Participation in the Advantage Maharashtra Expo reflects our collaborative initiatives across the region and our commitment to sustainable growth, innovation and community empowerment in Maharashtra. TKM continues to build core capabilities and strengthen the educational ecosystem through structured skilling and CSR programmes, alongside advancing technologies that support cleaner mobility and more efficient powertrain systems.”

Toyota Kirloskar Motor has signed a Memorandum of Understanding with the Government of Maharashtra to further strengthen their partnership and support the development of a structured and scalable skilling ecosystem across the state, with a focus on Industrial Training Institutes. As part of its CSR focus on education, TKM has also upgraded infrastructure and learning facilities in 11 government schools in Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar, contributing to improved educational environments for local communities.