However, Takahashi said it is just a personal opinion and not influenced by what’s next for Toyota’s motorsports division. Previous GR Chief Koji Sato also shared which model he would like to see make a return, and he chose the Celica. Sato is the President of Toyota following Akio Toyoda’s decision to step down and become the automaker’s Chairman of the Board.
Whatever GR has in the pipeline, Takahashi should continue adapting the brand’s principles, including “make ever-better cars.” The brand’s future should be in good hands with Takahashi at the helm, especially considering his excellent taste shown by his dream of bringing back the Starlet.
