Hiroshi Okuda, a former leader of Toyota, has passed away at the age of 93. He played a significant role in the company's growth as a global automaker. Okuda served in key positions at Toyota Motor Corp from 1995 to 2006.

During his 45-year career, Okuda led the development of the Prius, a groundbreaking gas-electric hybrid model introduced in 1997. He also helped establish Toyota's reputation for fuel-efficient vehicles, including the popular Camry. Further details about Okuda's life and death are available from the source, including his birthplace in central Japan.

The date and cause of his death have not been released.