Toyota invests $78m in Philippines plant to produce 2 new models

Automaker targets growing economy with vehicles geared toward emerging markets

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Toyota Motor unveiled new models for the Philippine market at an Aug. 22 event marking the 35th anniversary of its local subsidiary. © Reuters

TAKAYUKI YAO, Nikkei staff writer

NAGOYA, Japan -- Toyota Motor is boosting investment in the Philippines by 4.4 billion pesos ($78.2 million) to develop two new models designed for emerging markets, the Japanese automaker said on Tuesday, as it anticipates strong growth in Southeast Asia.

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