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Takehisa Yaegashi

b. 1943

Japanese automotive engineer

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About Takehisa Yaegashi

Born 1943. Takehisa Yaegashi is a Japanese engineer.

Takehisa Yaegashi (born 1943) is a retired engineer for Toyota Motor Corporation. He led the team that developed the Prius and, though retired, still works as a consultant for Toyota. He is known as "Mr. Hybrid."

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Important facts

Born
1943
Birth century
Occupation
Nationality
Education
Hokkaido University
Awards
IEEE Daniel E. Noble Award

Contemporaries

People whose lives overlapped Takehisa Yaegashi's

Frequently asked questions

Who is Takehisa Yaegashi?

Japanese automotive engineer

When was Takehisa Yaegashi born?

Takehisa Yaegashi was born in 1943.

What is Takehisa Yaegashi's occupation?

Takehisa Yaegashi is an engineer.

What nationality is Takehisa Yaegashi?

Takehisa Yaegashi is Japanese.

Sources & further reading

Β· Wikipedia: Takehisa Yaegashi

Β· Wikidata: Q3514293

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