Woven by Toyota CTO: Innovating Quality Through Craftsmanship

At the heart of Toyota’s latest vision stands its CTO, who is redefining what it means to build vehicles not just with technology, but with intention.

“We’re weaving advanced materials, intelligent systems, and human-centered design into every Toyota, ensuring each vehicle reflects both precision and purpose,” says the CTO. This approach merges cutting-edge manufacturing with timeless craftsmanship, creating cars that are smarter, safer, and more connected.

Under this leadership, Toyota is pioneering seamless integration of AI, sustainability, and user experience—crafting vehicles that adapt to drivers, not just the road. The CTO emphasizes that innovation thrives not only in software but in the physical artistry of engineering.

This woven philosophy extends beyond cars, inspiring a holistic view of mobility that values durability, efficiency, and emotional connection. As Toyota advances, the CTO’s vision remains clear: technology must serve people with elegance and reliability.

For those inspired by this fusion of engineering excellence and human insight, Toyota’s innovations offer a blueprint for the future of travel—crafted, conscious, and connected.

With Toyota’s CTO leading the charge, the company is weaving a future where technology and artistry coexist. Discover how intentional design shapes mobility’s next chapter—join the journey toward smarter, more meaningful travel.

John Absmeier is the Chief Technology Officer (CTO) and Director of Woven by Toyota. John is a technology. Woven by Toyota is enabling Toyota's once-in-a-century transformation into a mobility company.

Inspired by a legacy of innovating for the benefit of others, our mission is to challenge the current state of mobility through human-centric innovation - expanding what "mobility" means and how it serves society. The org chart of Woven by Toyota contains its 18 main executives like Hajime Kumabe, Kenta Kon, John Absmeier and George Kellerman. Woven by Toyota's CEO & Representative Director is Hajime Kumabe.

Other executives include Kenta Kon, CFO, Global Operations & Director; John Absmeier, Director & CTO, Product & Technology. See the full leadership team at Craft. We're thrilled to welcome John Absmeier, our new CTO, to the Woven Planet team 🚀 John brings with him: Deep automotive technology, engineering, and business experience Proven leadership from.

Woven by Toyota, Inc. is the mobility technology subsidiary of Toyota Motor Corporation, creating and managing the software for Toyota's vehicle operating system, [1] automated driving, and safety. It has founded and managed an investment fund, Woven Capital.

Joel T. is currently serving as the Senior Manager in the Office of the CTO at Woven by Toyota, focusing on Mobility-related M&A. Pioneering advancements in how people, goods, information and energy move, Woven by Toyota is helping create a more connected, intelligent and empowered world.

Through human-centered innovation, we're challenging the status quo, redefining what's possible and driving the future of movement for generations to come. Woven by Toyota is hiring for a Chief of Staff to the Chief Technology Officer in Tokyo, JPN. Find more details about the job and how to apply at Built In.

🎧 Now streaming! In the latest Shift podcast episode, our CTO, John Absmeier, shares behind-the-scenes updates on Woven City, Arene, the next frontier of autonomy, and Woven by Toyota's.