May 2022

Volta Trucks confirms its US market entry strategy



(May 6, 2022) Volta Trucks has revealed the strategic roadmap for its entry into the North American market, having already established itself as the leading European full-electric commercial vehicle manufacturer and services provider. The plan will see the first Volta Zero vehicles operating on Los Angeles’ streets by the end of next year.

Post-war Dodge in Nevada



This 1948-1950 B Series Dodge work truck was discovered in Nevada. The B-series pickup trucks were sold from 1948 to 1953 replacing the prewar Dodge truck. The B-series trucks featured a high-visibility "pilot-house" cab with optional rear quarter windows.
(Photo by Jim Prueter)

2023 Kia Soul debuts with design enhancements



(May 5, 2022) IRVINE, Calif. — The new 2023 Kia Soul, arriving later this summer, features refreshed design elements inside and out, a simplified lineup, new smile-inducing colors, and two option packages with technology and convenience features. Soul redefined the boxy small-car segment when it was first launched in 2009 and has evolved steadily since, appealing to customers across generations with its edgy good looks, practicality, and efficiency. Pricing will be announced closer to the vehicle’s on-sale date.

Harley-Davidson homecoming event to be held in July



(May 5, 2022) MILWAUKEE, Wis. – Harley-Davidson will celebrate its 120th Anniversary by launching the Harley-Davidson Homecoming event, an annual four-day festival filled with music, food and moto-culture. The inaugural event will take place at multiple venues throughout the Milwaukee area on July 13-16 and welcomes riders, enthusiasts, and fans to meet in Milwaukee for a huge celebration.

Volvo Car USA introduces refreshed 2023 XC40 and XC40 Recharge



(May 5, 2022) Volvo Car USA is introducing a range of updates to its popular compact luxury SUV, the XC40. Both the all-electric XC40 Recharge model and the XC40 receive fresh styling updates, and the XC40 moves to all mild hybrid powertrain options and gains the new Google built-in infotainment system.

Flying Spur Hybrid certified as most efficient Bentley yet



(May 4, 2022) CREWE, England — The new Flying Spur Hybrid — the second electrified grand tourer in Bentley’s model range — has been certified as the most efficient and economical Bentley to date. The introduction of the Flying Spur Hybrid establishes a range of Bentley hybrids for the first time, emphasizing Bentley’s commitment to becoming an end-to-end carbon neutral organization and the world’s leading sustainable luxury mobility company.

Free2Move car sharing acquires Mercedes-BMW company Share Now



(May 4, 2022) AMSTERDAM — Free2Move has announced it has signed an agreement to acquire car sharing company Share Now, a joint venture formed by Mercedes-Benz Mobility Group and BMW Group in 2019. This proposed agreement further positions Free2Move as the leading global mobility player, adding 14 major European cities and 10,000 vehicles to Free2Move’s existing car sharing fleet of 2,500 vehicles.