May 2023

PACCAR and Toyota expand hydrogen fuel cell truck collaboration



(May 3, 2023) PACCAR and Toyota has announced an expansion of their joint efforts to develop and produce zero emissions, hydrogen fuel cell (FCEV) Kenworth and Peterbilt trucks powered by Toyota’s next-generation hydrogen fuel cell modules. The expanded agreement supports ongoing development and commercialized zero-emission versions of the Kenworth T680 and Peterbilt 579 models featuring Toyota’s hydrogen fuel cell powertrain kit, with initial customer deliveries planned for 2024.

Ford re-opens orders for Mustang Mach-E with lower prices



(May 3, 2023) DEARBORN, Mich. — Ford is re-opening its order banks for the all-electric Mustang Mach-E today as completed plant upgrades support production ramp in the second half of 2023, with feature improvements on the way — including increased range for standard range battery models to a targeted EPA-estimated range of 250 miles for RWD and 226 miles for eAWD. 

2023 Toyota bZ4X campaign highlights the ease of all-electric



(May 2, 2023) PLANO, Texas — Toyota is charged and ready to showcase the all-electric 2023 bZ4X with the “Easy bZ” campaign. The campaign highlights the SUV’s electrification capabilities and features, focused on making electrified driving easier than ever.

Kia announces 2024 Carnival MPV pricing starting at $34,565



(May 2, 2023) IRVINE, Calif. — The 2024 Carnival MPV is a carryover model with minor packaging changes. The Carnival competes in the Midsize MPV segment, but its combination of SUV styling, exceptional passenger and cargo volume, and practical convenience features also make it uniquely positioned to compete against three-row SUV crossover models. For 2024, the Carnival starts at $34,565 including destination charge for the base LX.

GM to build $200 million EV parts plant for Silverado EV



(May 1, 2023) General Motors plans to build a $200 million electric vehicle parts plant that would create 1,000 new jobs and support assembly of the upcoming Chevrolet Silverado EV. The project would cover 87.3 acres of the site where the Detroit Pistons' former arena was demolished in 2020. It would consist of 1.05 million square feet of EV parts assembly and distribution space, plus about 50,000 square feet of office space, according to documents filed with the city of Auburn Hills, Mich., whose planning commission will consider the proposal next week, Automotive News reported.

Bentley raises the woof at Goodwood’s Festival for dogs



(May 1, 2023) CREWE,  England — A celebration of all things canine, Bentley is taking the lead as exclusive automotive partner for this year’s Goodwoof festival, which is being held on May 20-21 at the Duke of Richmond’s Goodwood estate. A fleet of Bentayga luxury 4x4s will provide extra bark and growl to a range of activities that will give dogs and their human friends a wonderful weekend – or a great Dane out.