Corporate News

Hangzhou – October 16, 2026 -- CFMOTO unveiled CFMOTO NexFactory in Jiaxing, an integrated manufacturing hub for two-wheeled vehicles destined for global markets, at its CFMOTO EXPERIENCE 2026 media event. Journalists from more than 29 countries and regions attended the event at the company's Chinese headquarters.

CFMOTO runs five plants and sells through more than 9,000 dealers

The company operates five production facilities across China, Mexico and Thailand, backed by five flagship R&D centers and four design hubs worldwide. It sells in more than 100 countries and regions, and its portfolio spans motorcycles, off-road vehicles and electric mobility solutions.

Chief Brand Officer Ferdinand Klauser said the goal is to become a premium global powersports brand, adding that "being global isn't just about where we sell, it's about how we operate."

Tokyo – October 15, 2026 -- transcosmos used its generative AI role-playing system trans-AI Tutor to let elementary school children try contact center work at Mini Sapporo 2026, held at Access Sapporo on October 3 and 4, 2026.

Mini Sapporo gives third- and fourth-graders a full work-and-spend cycle

Mini Sapporo is a work experience program for third- and fourth-grade pupils in Sapporo City and neighboring areas. It is built on the Sapporo City Convention on the Rights of the Child. Participants search for jobs, work, receive wages and pay taxes. They then spend their earnings on shopping and dining.

Fresno – – October 14, 2026 -- PrideStaff's annual blood drive exceeded the staffing firm's participation goal, the company said, extending a workplace donation program it launched in 2023.

PrideStaff employees, families and friends turned out under the theme "Don't Let the Blood Supply Fall"

The company did not disclose the donor target or the number of participants. Donations support local patients who depend on blood products.

Program began in 2023 after PrideStaff learned of a premature infant's transfusion needs

PrideStaff dedicated its yearly drive to Jensen Blanks and his family after hearing his story from his father, Jason. Jensen was born extremely premature and relied on blood transfusions in his first days. His tracheostomy was removed in 2024, and he has since started first grade.

Jason Blanks thanked PrideStaff employees for providing his family and others with hope through the donations.

Detroit – October 11, 2026 -- Akio Toyoda, chairman of the board of Toyota Motor Corporation (TMC), became the fourth member of the Toyoda family inducted into the Automotive Hall of Fame, in a ceremony held in Detroit.

The Hall of Fame recognizes leaders, innovators and visionaries whose work has shaped the global automotive and mobility industry. Toyoda joins his grandfather Kiichiro, his father Shoichiro, and Eiji Toyoda, his grandfather's cousin. Taiichi Ohno, widely regarded as the father of the Toyota Production System, is also among Toyota's honorees.

Toyoda took TMC's presidency in 2009 during a difficult period

Toyoda became president of TMC in 2009, assuming leadership during one of the most challenging periods in the company's history. He led efforts to strengthen quality controls, rebuild trust in the Toyota brand and reinforce the company's business foundation.