One plant in San Antonio, set to open in 2006, now the new one in Canada has broken ground. States are still wooing Toyota for the next plant that will be announced for further growth. It's amazing that Toyota is continuing to grow and create jobs, both in Japan and here in the U.S.
A slightly related article discusses Flint Michigan's attempts to get the next Toyota plant. I'd say chances are better that the Red Sox repeat their World Series championship. Yes, I know they lost. My point exactly.
Mark Graban
Mark Graban is an internationally-recognized consultant, author, and professional speaker who has worked in healthcare, manufacturing, and startups. His latest book is Measures of Success: React Less, Lead Better, Improve More. He is author of the Shingo Award-winning books Lean Hospitals and Healthcare Kaizen, as well as The Executive Guide to Healthcare Kaizen. He also published the anthology Practicing Lean that benefits the Louise H. Batz Patient Safety Foundation, where Mark is a board member. Mark is also a Senior Advisor to the technology company KaiNexus.