Group 1 - Toyota has become more aggressive in the Chinese market, particularly in the hydrogen energy sector, by establishing a joint venture with Shudao Equipment and Shudao Investment Group [1] - The joint venture, Shudao Toyota Hydrogen Energy Technology (Sichuan) Co., Ltd., has a registered capital of 236 million yuan, with Toyota holding 50% of the shares [1][2] - The joint venture will focus on the production, sales, and development of hydrogen fuel cell systems and components, with plans to establish a local production line in Chengdu [1][2] Group 2 - The fuel cell production line project is progressing well, with site selection and overall design completed, and is expected to be operational by Q4 2025 [2] - The primary application for hydrogen fuel cells is in heavy-duty trucks, with the joint venture also targeting low-altitude drones and energy storage [2] - Toyota showcased its hydrogen fuel cell systems at the 7th China International Import Expo, introducing the TL Power300 fuel cell system designed for heavy-duty logistics [2] Group 3 - Toyota is exploring the "hydrogen exchange" model to facilitate hydrogen refueling for commercial vehicles, especially in areas with underdeveloped refueling infrastructure [3] - A strategic cooperation agreement was signed between Toyota and Shenneng Co. to explore the use of nickel-hydrogen batteries in energy storage applications [3] - Toyota's subsidiary, Prime Planet Energy & Solutions, is investing 3.7 billion yuan in a new electric vehicle battery production project in Dalian [3] Group 4 - A strategic cooperation agreement was signed between the Shanghai government and Toyota, leading to the establishment of a Lexus electric vehicle and battery R&D company in Jinshan District, Shanghai [4] - The Lexus electric vehicle project is expected to be completed by August 2026, with an annual production capacity of 100,000 units [4] - In the first half of the year, Toyota's sales in China reached 837,700 units, a year-on-year increase of 6.8%, making it the first Japanese automaker to surpass 25 million cumulative sales in China [4]