Toyota Open Labs

🚀 At Toyota Open Labs, we bring together startups and Toyota Group companies to co-create the future of mobility. One of our key partners in this journey is Woven Capital – Toyota’s growth-stage venture fund. Acting as a bridge between bold innovators and Toyota’s global scale, Woven Capital invests in companies ready to accelerate, while helping them connect across Toyota’s ecosystem. In this interview, Ayano Kase, Investor at Woven Capital, shares: 🔹 How they support startups beyond capital 🔹 Why collaboration with Toyota Open Labs helps unlock new opportunities 🔹 Real examples of startups scaling with Toyota 🔹 The big trends they see shaping the future This is a great insight into how venture and open innovation work hand in hand within Toyota’s transformation journey. Read the full article here 👇

🚀 We have just hosted our first Open Innovation Exhibition at Toyota Motor Europe!   The event brought together startups from the Toyota Open Labs community, our partner companies, and colleagues from across Toyota to explore how open innovation can: 🔹 Integrate R&D innovation 🔹 Grow collaboration in and across corporations 🔹 Support sustainability and the circular economy   The atmosphere was full of energy and positive vibes, reflecting the creativity and enthusiasm of everyone involved. Building an open innovation culture is not always easy, but once people experience the energy and creativity of startups, it quickly becomes inspiring.   This is only the beginning. We will continue to advance open innovation to support Toyota’s transformation journey. 👉 Follow Toyota Open Labs to stay up to date with the programme

At Toyota Open Labs, we don't just support innovation, we co-create it. What makes Toyota Open Labs stand out for startups, scaleups, and SMEs? 🚀 Pilots & Proofs of Concept (PoCs) Work on real use cases with the opportunity to test, validate, and scale your solution within Toyota. 🤝 Tailored Collaborations No one-size-fits-all: we co-design each partnership to match goals and leverage Toyota’s strengths. 🔧 Access to World-Class Resources From cutting-edge R&D and facilities to data and technology, you’ll have tools to accelerate development. 🧠 Expert Guidance Collaborate with Toyota’s top engineers and business leaders throughout your journey. 🌍 Global Reach & Investment Potential Tap into Toyota’s global network and explore strategic investment opportunities. Whether you're working on mobility breakthrough technologies, Toyota Open Labs is built to help you grow, with impact. Learn more about the programme 👉 https://lnkd.in/d28ZPKvj

At Toyota Open Labs, innovation isn’t just a concept, it’s a shared journey and process. For us, open innovation means: 🌱 A way to tackle sustainability challenges, together 📈 A strategic business driver that accelerates transformation 🤝 A mutual exchange of ideas, expertise, and vision 🤝 The creation of joint projects that deliver real impact 🔗 A bridge between corporate needs and startup solutions 🌍 A willingness to grow together, with trust and ambition We’re here to connect the bold with the visionary. Discover more on the programme 👇 https://lnkd.in/d28ZPKvj

💡🌍Every idea starts with a vision. Two years ago, we launched Toyota Open Labs to connect startups, scaleups, and innovative SMEs with business units across the Toyota Group. Our mission? To drive Toyota’s transformation into a mobility company, help visionary solutions grow globally, and contribute to a sustainable, inclusive future through the power of collaboration. Curious about our journey? Discover the vision, mission, and values behind Toyota Open Labs and learn how we’re shaping the future of mobility. 👉https://lnkd.in/d28ZPKvj

💡 How can open innovation thrive alongside internal innovation in a major automotive corporation? 🤝 And what does meaningful collaboration between a corporation and a start-up really look like? We spoke with Giovanni Berardo, Head of Chassis System, R&D at Toyota Motor Europe and Steering Committee member of Toyota Open Labs, to explore these very questions. From the R&D team’s open innovation approach to the trends they’re exploring and the keys to building win–win partnerships, we gained an inside look at how Toyota bridges internal expertise with external agility. Curious to learn more? Read the full article for further insights 👇

Are you already subscribed to The Lab Report? Our monthly newsletter is already sparking great conversations around sustainable mobility, innovation, and the latest from the Toyota Open Labs ecosystem. In every issue, you’ll find: 🔍 Insights from industry experts 🤝 News from our partners and startups 📅 Events and future opportunities Don’t miss the ideas shaping the future of mobility and open innovation. 👉 Subscribe now and join our community: https://lnkd.in/d28ZPKvj #TheLabReport #Newsletter #OpenInnovation #ToyotaOpenLabs 

☀️ August is the perfect time to slow down and recharge, whether with loved ones or a good book. Looking for fresh ideas on what to read or listen to this summer? We’ve gathered top picks from the Toyota Open Labs Steering Committee, covering sustainability, innovation, and entrepreneurship, to keep you inspired on holiday. 📚🎧 Swipe through the carousel and share your own recommendations, we’d love to hear them!

Are you considering investments from Corporate Venture Capital (CVC)? Get some invaluable insight from Nicole LeBlanc, a partner at Woven Capital, Toyota's Growth Fund and a member of the Toyota Open Labs Steering Committee. In this article, she talks about the distinct advantages CVCs provide, such as industry expertise, strategic partnerships, and market access, while also advising founders to carefully evaluate alignment on strategic vision and expectations. Read the full article to learn more 👉https://lnkd.in/gAXvSGYg

🚀Pride alert: Toyota Open Labs startup secures investment from Woven. Shippeo, a global leader in real-time multimodal transportation visibility and one of the startups from our first cohort, has reached an exciting milestone. Following the successful development of a proof of concept with Toyota Motor Europe and Toyota Tsusho Europe, Shippeo has secured investment from Woven Capital, Toyota's Growth Fund and a proud partner of Toyota Open Labs. 🤝 A major step forward that highlights the power of open innovation and collaboration in action! 👉 Read the full news: https://lnkd.in/d2sKz7Pc