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Toyota's Woven City: A Reveal at CES 2024

In 2020, Akio Toyoda, then chairman of Toyota, initially presented his vision for a groundbreaking project at CES. This ambitious plan involved constructing a prototype city spanning 175 acres near Mount Fuji in Japan.

The core concept was to create a dynamic environment where individuals would reside and work, integrated with Toyota’s latest innovations.

A "Living Laboratory" Unveiled

Toyoda is scheduled to return to CES, the prominent technology trade show in Las Vegas, to officially introduce his “living laboratory,” known as Woven City.

The Toyota press conference, featuring a significant appearance by Chairman Toyoda, is set for 1 p.m. PT/4 p.m. ET on January 6th, coinciding with CES media day.

The event will be broadcast live on the company’s official website, allowing global access to the unveiling.

First Look: Teasing the Future

A promotional video offers a glimpse of the upcoming presentation. It depicts Toyoda, equipped with a hard hat and safety vest, entering a contemporary, multi-level structure.

Upon reaching an upper floor, he dramatically reveals a window view of Mount Fuji, enthusiastically declaring, “Welcome to Woven City!”

Key Areas of Focus

Woven City is designed to be a hub for advancements in several key technological areas, including:

Autonomous vehicle technology
Robotics
Smart home connectivity
Artificial intelligence (AI)

The city aims to function as a fully connected ecosystem.

What to Expect from the CES Reveal

Specific details regarding the unveiling remain limited. However, observers are keen to see how Toyota will integrate startups into the Woven City project.

There is also significant interest in whether the company has successfully implemented its plans for a comprehensive, hydrogen fuel cell-powered infrastructure.