- Toyota will appoint Kon Kenta as its new CEO starting April 1, 2026.
- Current CEO Sato Koji will transition to the role of vice chairman.
- Sato Koji will also assume a new position as chief industry officer.

A: Hey, did you see the news about Toyota?

B: No! What’s up?

A: Kon Kenta’s going to be the new CEO! Starting in April.

B: Wow, really? Sato Koji’s stepping down?

A: Yeah! He’s becoming vice chairman.

B: That’s a big change! What's a "chief industry officer" anyway?

A: Apparently, it's a new role he made up! Sounds important, right?

B: Totally! So, Kon Kenta is now in charge of Toyota.

A: Exactly! Big things to come, maybe?