Toyota orders workers to train humanoid robots but says humans won’t be replaced
Summary
Ars Technica reports Toyota's push to deploy up to 400,000 humanoid robots in its factories, with workers currently training them. The initiative includes a planned $6.42 billion annual investment starting in 2028, aiming to deploy 150,000 robots in Toyota plants and 250,000 in group facilities, as executives emphasize coexistence with humans rather than replacement. The piece discusses the broader robotics trend in manufacturing, along with challenges such as safety and cost-effectiveness.