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Toyota and BASF collaborate on composite Tacoma truck bed

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What happened

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Toyota Motor Corp. is developing a new one-piece PA6 truck bed for the 2026MY Toyota Tacoma. This component is designed to compete with traditional steel and thermoset beds and is believed to be the largest injection-molded automotive part. BASF Corporation is the material supplier, providing Ultramid B3ZG10 HSP UV CCYD5 BK30564 PA6 resin for the project. The collaboration between Toyota and BASF was announced on October 16, 2026.

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Why it matters

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The project represents a shift toward utilizing composite materials in automotive manufacturing, offering an alternative to conventional steel and thermoset beds. This innovation, which involves specialized materials from BASF, highlights changes in the supply chain for vehicle components. The development is recognized as a finalist in the SPE Automotive Innovation Awards Program.

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Who's involved

  • ToyotaOriginal equipment manufacturer developing the Tacoma vehicle.
  • BASFMaterial supplier providing specialized PA6 resin for the truck bed.
  • EngelDesigner of the specialized 12,000-ton press used in the manufacturing process.

Who could feel it

Possible knock-on effects

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  • ToyotaSpeculative

    Toyota might achieve cost savings through the implementation of a new, composite manufacturing process for the Tacoma truck bed.

  • BASFSpeculative

    BASF could secure high-volume supply contracts for its specialized PA6 resin.

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