Luigi Ksawery Luca’ appointed new MD of Toyota GB

Luigi Ksawery Luca’ is assuming the reins at Toyota (GB) Plc as the new president and managing director.

Luigi Ksawery Luca, incoming president and managing director for Toyota (GB) Plc

Luca’ will take up his new position on 1 January 2026, succeeding Scott Thompson, who will return to Toyota Australia.

Luca’ brings a wealth of experience, both from Toyota Motor Europe (TME) and national marketing and sales companies across multiple business areas.

He joined Toyota GB – the national marketing and sales company for Toyota in the UK – in September this year as executive advisor, having previously served as vice president, customer experience and business transformation at TME. Prior to that, he was CEO/managing director of Toyota Motor Italia.

Luca’ said: “Scott has been an inspirational leader, successfully implementing our multipath strategy and navigating the challenges and opportunities of the dynamic UK market.

“I look forward to stepping into the role, grasping the opportunities that the evolution of the UK market provides and creating further synergies between UK-based Toyota companies.”

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