Toyota Motor Corp. has announced a collaboration with Mitsubishi Heavy Industries (MHI) to develop a manned moon rover in conjunction with Japan's space agency, as part of their efforts to advance space exploration in the country. Mitsubishi Heavy Industries (MHI), which is independently working on an unmanned lunar explorer set to launch in 2025, will provide Toyota with valuable data and expertise gained from operating their vehicle on the Moon's surface. Having been involved in constructing portions of the International Space Station, MHI will also contribute its knowledge in life support systems in space, assisting Toyota in building the crewed pressurized rover known as the "Lunar Cruiser." The Lunar Cruiser is planned for a Moon mission in 2029. In exchange, Toyota will leverage its extensive experience in manufacturing various vehicle types, from racing cars to pick-up trucks, to ensure that MHI 's lunar explorer can withstand the harsh lunar environmen...