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Toyota Announces Powerful All Electric bZ Woodland SUV

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Toyota Announces Powerful All Electric bZ Woodland SUV
  • Standard All-Wheel Drive with 375 hp combined system output
  • Up-to 260 miles of manufacturer-estimated all-electric driving range with DC fast-charging times around 30 minutes* (10-80% charge under ideal conditions)
  • Equipped with North American Charging System (NACS) port for access to thousands of DC fast charging stations, will also have the convenience of Plug & Charge capability
  • Ample utility with generous rear cargo area, 8.3-inch ground clearance, Panoramic View Monitor with Multi-Terrain Monitor, and 3,500-pound towing capacity
  • Well-equipped interior with standard SofTex-trimmed seating, 14-inch Toyota Audio Multimedia touchscreen, dual wireless Qi charging, ambient lighting and more
  • Premium Package adds JBL Premium Audio, ventilated front seats with memory driver’s seat, panoramic moonroof, front radiant heaters, and more

PLANO, Texas, May 15, 2025 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — Toyota announces a new, rugged addition to its Battery-Electric Vehicle (BEV) lineup with the first-ever 2026 bZ Woodland. Equipped with standard All-Wheel Drive with X-MODE®, the bZ Woodland will have a highly capable combined system net output of 375 horsepower with a manufacturer-estimated all electric driving range rating of up-to 260 miles. It also brings additional midsize SUV utility, with 8.3-inches of ground clearance, 3,500-pound towing capacity, and available All Terrain tires. 

“With zero emissions and a powerful drive, the bZ Woodland is bringing outdoor-inspired style to our BEV lineup,” said Dave Christ, president, Toyota Group. “This latest entry in our bZ line embraces the spirit of adventure with surprising capability, rugged style, and an all-electric powertrain that’s backed by Toyota.”

Toyota Announces Powerful All Electric bZ Woodland SUV

The 2026 bZ Woodland adds a different twist to its bZ sibling’s signature style. It takes the Toyota hammerhead front end with full-width LED’s and adds wide, black overfenders for a powerful stance. It also has a slightly different vehicle profile due to nearly 6-inches of additional length and just under 1-inch of additional height in the rear, giving it more than 30-cubic feet of rear cargo space. Its standard roof rails are also a different feature, giving it even more utility for accessories like luggage or bicycle racks. For the finishing touch, bZ Woodland-unique 18-inch aluminum wheels with removable covers give it a modern-yet-rugged feel, and All Terrain tires are available for drivers that want to take on rough roads.

The bZ Woodland is the third BEV recently announced by Toyota. It joins the refreshed bZ small SUV and the all-new C-HR compact crossover, bringing the total number of electrified models in the Toyota lineup to 21 vehicles in a choice of BEV, Hybrid, Plug-in Hybrid, and Fuel Cell (CA and Hawaii only) powertrains.

The 2026 bZ Woodland will be available in a single, well-equipped grade. A Premium Package with JBL Premium Audio, a fixed glass panoramic roof, digital rearview mirror, ventilated front seats and memory driver seat/side view mirrors, and optional All-Terrain tires will also be available. Exterior paint options also capture its outdoor spirit, with colors that will include the all-new Stepping Stone, along with Halo, Steel, Pavement, Raven Black, and Trueno Blue. Models are expected to arrive in early 2026.

*Ranges and charging times will vary depending on weather and other factors.

Intuitive, Focused Driving with Off-Road Performance

The bZ Woodland comes equipped with standard AWD with electric motors housed in the front and rear eAxles. Thanks to this system, it will have an impressive towing capability of 3,500 pounds. It will also have the X-MODE system, a function that allows the driver to operate a switch to select a mode according to the road conditions, automatically changing to optimize brake control and power delivery at the wheels for enhanced control and traction.

Another feature of the AWD X-MODE system is Grip-Control. When activated and used at low speeds, the system leverages motor drive power modulation to achieve capable off-road performance. This feature was developed as an added function to react to road surface characteristics and maintain a constant speed to prevent slipping on rough roads.

Its AWD prowess combines with the smooth, yet exhilarating, driving performance inherent in an all-electric vehicle. Its powerful drive is complemented by a low center of gravity, thanks to its battery pack placed flat under the floor. A battery cross-framing structure also adds to overall vehicle rigidity for stable handling.

Charging Up the Woodland

The 2026 Toyota bZ Woodland will have a lithium-Ion battery with a total capacity of 74.7-kWh. It will have a North American Charging System (NACS) port that is compatible with Level Three DC fast-charging, giving it access thousands of DC charging stations nationwide. Under ideal conditions when using DC fast charging it is capable of charging from 10% to 80% battery capacity in around 30 minutes*.

A pre-conditioning function is also equipped. This system is designed to bring the battery to an optimal temperature for DC fast charging, which can enable faster charging in colder climates. This function can be activated manually or automatically by setting the navigation system destination to a fast-charging station. 

The Toyota bZ Woodland will also have Plug & Charge capability, an industry standard protocol that allows automatic identification, authentication and authorization at selected charging networks, reducing the need for multiple mobile charging applications.

For added charging flexibility, it will also be capable of Level One and Level Two AC charging and have an 11-kW on-board AC charger. The 2026 bZ Woodland will also have steering wheel-mounted paddle shifters to activate and adjust regenerative braking. These paddles turn the system on and dial the regenerative braking force up or down based on driver preference to capture additional energy and transfer it to the battery.

Woodland by Design

Thanks to its BEV-dedicated e-TNGA platform, the spacious cabin provides ample room for passengers. A precision-placed Multi Information Display screen expands the vehicle’s feeling of space and displays key information like speed, estimated vehicle range, and charging status. For entertainment and connectivity, a 14-inch touchscreen equipped with the Toyota Audio Multimedia system is standard.

The bZ Woodland will have standard SofTex®-trimmed seats that are heated for the driver and front passenger, with power adjustability for the driver. Interior seating colors stay with the bZ Woodland’s outdoor motif and include Stone Brown and Black.

Upgrading to the bZ Woodland Premium package adds a JBL Premium Audio system, panoramic roof, ventilated front seats, and front radiant heater. Keeping devices charged up is easy, thanks to a dual wireless Qi charger in the front, and four conveniently located USB Type-C charging ports throughout the cabin. Passengers can relax with abundant legroom for front and rear seats as well as ample side-to-side space in the rear.

Intuitive Connected Tech

The Toyota bZ Woodland comes with a 14-inch touchscreen that runs the Toyota Audio Multimedia system, designed and engineered by Toyota’s Texas-based Connected Technologies team.

All Toyota bZ Woodland models are equipped with a six-speaker audio system for enjoying entertainment while on-the-go. For those looking for an enhanced audio experience, the Premium Package has an available JBL® Premium Audio system with 9 speakers, including an 8-channel 800-watt amplifier and 9-inch subwoofer.

The Toyota Audio Multimedia system also allows for dual Bluetooth phone connectivity, with support for standard wireless Apple CarPlay® and Android Auto™ compatibility. With further connectivity, the bZ Woodland has a Wi-Fi Connect trial (30 days or up to 3GB after activation) that offers 4G connectivity for up to five devices – turning the bZ into an AT&T Hotspot.

Adding to the already robust offering of audio playback ability with HD Radio, USB data and a SiriusXM® 3-month trial subscription, Wi-Fi Connect also enables the new Integrated Streaming feature, providing the ability to link separate Apple Music® and Amazon Music subscriptions to the vehicle for onboard control.

It also comes with a host of Toyota Connected Services** trials. A Drive Connect** 3-year trial gives access to Intelligent Assistant, Cloud Navigation and Destination Assist. With Intelligent Assistant, simple phrases like “Hey Toyota” awakens the system for voice activated commands to search for directions, find Points of Interest (POI), adjust audio controls, change the cabin temperatures and more. Cloud Navigation, the available onboard navigation solution, utilizes the cloud to download the latest available map, traffic and routing information. To ensure users have the most up-to-date search capabilities, POI search is provided by Google Points-of-Interest data. Destination Assist also gives access to 24/7 live agent assistance to locate the next destination.

The bZ Woodland also comes with a 5-year minimum trial subscription for Safety Connect** and Service Connect**. Safety Connect includes an Emergency Assistance Button (SOS), 24/7 Enhanced Roadside Assistance, Automatic Collision Notification and Stolen Vehicle Locator. Service Connect gives drivers the capability to receive Vehicle Health Reports, Maintenance Alerts and reminders.

With the Toyota App, users can stay connected to their bZ Woodland with the Remote Connect** service, included as a 3-year trial. With Remote Connect, users can activate headlights, a horn alert, buzzer and unlock the rear hatch. The remote climate features include the ability for in-cabin temperature controls, including remote activation of the available seat heaters/ventilators, steering wheel heater, defroster, and the ability to schedule a timer to activate in a daily routine.

All Toyota bZ Woodland models will also have access to the available Toyota Digital Key**, a feature of the Remote Connect service that enables a smartphone to be used instead of a physical key. Owners can also share vehicle access with ease, making it simple to lock, unlock and start the vehicle all through the Toyota App.

Remote charging capabilities are also included with Remote Connect trial or subscription on the bZ Woodland, which includes the ability to check charging status, start/stop charging with a vehicle that is already plugged in and even edit charging schedules, allowing for enhanced controls of the bZ Woodland’s charging. The Toyota App also provides an easy-to-use map to find charging station locations near you or along your route.

Active Safety & Driver Assist Technology

The bZ Woodland features Toyota Safety Sense 3.0™, Toyota’s suite of active safety and driver assistance features that is designed to support driver awareness, decision making, and vehicle operation. This system uses a combination of millimeter wave radar and monocular camera to monitor various driving conditions. Please note that Toyota Safety Sense 3.0 systems are not a substitute for safe and attentive driving, you can find an online version of the Owner’s Manual here for instructions and limitations. The safety suite includes:

  • Pre-Collision System with Pedestrian Detection: Designed to help detect a vehicle, pedestrian, bicyclist, or motorcyclist and provide an audible/visual forward-collision warning under certain circumstances. If you don’t react, the system is designed to provide automatic emergency braking.
  • Full-Speed Range Dynamic Radar Cruise Control: An adaptive cruise control system that is designed to be set at speeds above 20 mph. DRCC uses vehicle-to-vehicle distance control to help maintain a preset distance from the vehicle ahead of you.
  • Lane Departure Alert with Steering Assist: Detects lane markings or the road’s edge at speeds above 30 mph. LDA w/SA is designed to provide an audible/visual warning if an inadvertent lane departure is detected. If no corrective action is taken, Steering Assist is designed to provide gentle corrective steering for lane-keeping assistance.
  • Lane Tracing Assist: Designed to help keep the vehicle in the center of a lane. LTA assists the driver with steering control while DRCC is in use.
  • Road Sign Assist: Uses the forward-facing camera to recognize specific road signs, such as speed limit, stop, and yield signs. RSA provides sign information to the driver via the Multi-Information Display
  • Automatic High Beams: Designed to detect headlights of oncoming vehicles and taillights of preceding vehicles. AHB automatically toggles between high and low beams as appropriate.
  • Proactive Driving Assist: Uses the vehicle’s camera and radar, when system operating conditions are met, to provide gentle braking and/or steering to support driving tasks such as distance control between your vehicle and a preceding vehicle, pedestrian, or bicyclist. PDA can also provide gentle braking into curves.

For complete details on TSS 3.0, please visit Toyota.com/safety-sense.

Blind Spot Monitor with Rear Cross-Traffic Alert (BSM with RCTA) is also standard. The BSM system uses rear side radar sensors installed on the inner side of the rear bumper on the left and right side to assist the driver in confirming safety when changing lanes. The RCTA function uses the same sensors installed behind the rear bumper. This function is intended to assist the driver in checking areas that are not easily visible when backing up.

Whether you’re maneuvering into a tight parking space or over rough terrain, the standard Panoramic View Monitor with Multi-Terrain Monitor provide an enhanced view around the vehicle. Multiple angles around the vehicle can be selected to be displayed on the 14-inch multimedia screen.

Safe Exit Alert is also standard on bZ Woodland. This system is designed to detect vehicles or cyclists approaching from the rear and judges if there is a possibility of a collision with an opened door or passengers who are exiting. Safe Exit Alert will illuminate an indicator in the outer mirror and provide an audible alert to notify vehicle occupants.

The Toyota bZ Woodland is also equipped with Toyota’s Star Safety System, standard. This system includes Vehicle Stability Control (VSC), Traction Control (TRAC), Anti-lock Brake System (ABS), Electronic Brake-force Distribution (EBD), Brake Assist (BA) and Smart Stop Technology® (SST).

In terms of battery safety, Toyota uses many measures to help protect cell integrity, thanks to the design and a multiple monitoring system intended to protect the vehicle’s battery system. This includes:

  • Redundant monitoring of battery voltage, current and temperature designed to detect signs of abnormal heating to maintain optimal battery temperature and help prevent cell damage
  • Utilization of a high-resistance coolant circulation system is designed to help prevent a thermal event from short circuits even in high battery load conditions due to repeatedly switching between high-speed driving and rapid charging

**4G Network dependent. Subscription required after trial period.

Limited Warranty

Toyota’s 36-month/36,000-mile basic new-vehicle warranty applies to all components other than normal wear and maintenance items. Additional 60-month warranties cover the powertrain for 60,000 miles and corrosion with no mileage limitation. The Electric Vehicle Driving Components, including the traction battery, are covered for 8 years or 100,000 miles, whichever comes first. Toyota dealers have complete details on the limited warranty.

The Toyota bZ Woodland also comes with ToyotaCare, a plan covering normal factory-scheduled maintenance, for two years or 25,000 miles, whichever comes first, and three years of Roadside Assistance, regardless of mileage.

About Toyota 

Toyota (NYSE:TM) has been a part of the cultural fabric in the U.S. for nearly 70 years, and is committed to advancing sustainable, next-generation mobility through our Toyota and Lexus brands, plus our nearly 1,500 dealerships.   

Toyota directly employs nearly 48,000 people in the U.S. who have contributed to the design, engineering, and assembly of more than 35 million cars and trucks at our 11 manufacturing plants. In spring 2025, Toyota’s plant in North Carolina will begin to manufacture automotive batteries for electrified vehicles. With more electrified vehicles on the road than any other automaker, Toyota currently offers 32 electrified options. 

Through its Driving Possibilities initiative, the Toyota USA Foundation has committed to creating innovative educational programs within, and in partnership with, historically underserved communities near the company’s U.S. operating sites.   

For more information about Toyota, visit  www.ToyotaNewsroom.com.

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Toyota bZ All Electric SUV Adds Range, Charging, and Exterior Updates for 2026

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  • Up to 314 miles of manufacturer-estimated range (XLE, FWD Plus model), an increase of 25% over the outgoing model (previously rated at 252 miles)
  • Equipped with North American Charging System (NACS) port for access to thousands of DC fast charging stations, will also have the convenience of Plug & Charge capability
  • Up-to 50% more horsepower, with 338 combined system net hp on AWD models, up from 214 combined system net hp on prior AWD model
  • Restyled exterior, with front-end design changes to fascia and lighting, with newly available color-matched overfenders for a sleeker look
  • New instrument panel design with a larger 14-inch Toyota Audio Multimedia touchscreen and customizable ambient lighting
  • Available in XLE and Limited grades, both in a choice of Front- or All-Wheel Drive (FWD or AWD)

PLANO, Texas, May 13, 2025 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — Toyota continues to move its electrified vehicle portfolio forward by announcing its 2026 bZ Battery Electric Vehicle (BEV). For model year 2026, the model makes advancements in range, output, charging performance, and vehicle design. Leading the charge is a larger lithium-ion battery with a higher total capacity of up to 74.7-kWh, equipped on a newly available XLE Front-Wheel-Drive Plus (FWD Plus) model, as well as the XLE All-Wheel-Drive (AWD) and Limited (FWD/AWD) grades. Models equipped with the new battery are projected to have a manufacturer-estimated rating of up to 314 miles* of range on a full charge. A 57.7-kWh battery will also be available on a XLE FWD model.

Toyota bZ All Electric SUV Adds Range, Charging, and Exterior Updates for 2026

The 2026 bZ will be equipped with a North American Charging System (NACS) charging port, giving it access to thousands of high-speed charging stations nationwide. Under ideal conditions when using DC fast charging* it is capable of charging from 10% to-80% battery capacity in around 30 minutes. The 2026 Toyota bZ also adopts Plug & Charge capability, an industry standard protocol that allows automatic identification, authentication and authorization at selected charging networks, reducing the need for multiple mobile charging applications.

Toyota’s compact, lightweight and energy-efficient eAxles have also been upgraded. They now use silicon carbide (SIC) semiconductors, which help deliver higher power output. For AWD models, output increases by 50% to 338 combined system net horsepower (hp), making it capable of going from 0-60 MPH in 4.9 seconds on AWD models. Front Wheel Drive models also boost their output, now delivering up-to 221 hp (previously 201 hp). For AWD models, output increases by 50% to 338 combined system net horsepower (hp), making it capable of going from 0-60 MPH in around 5 seconds. Front Wheel Drive models also boost their output, now delivering up-to 221 hp (previously 201 hp).

The model also receives a name change, switching from the Toyota bZ4X to the Toyota bZ, simplifying the name for customers. The 2026 bZ also presents a refreshed exterior design that harmoniously blends form and function. While maintaining its distinctive aesthetic, the updated model incorporates subtle refinements to the front fascia and lighting elements, with slim LED daytime running lights that integrate into a sleek hammerhead front end. Redesigned front overfenders also change the look, with a newly available color-matched moulding that blends into a lower profile front fascia.

Inside, the 2026 bZ will offer a spacious and technologically advanced cabin designed for comfort and connectivity. The console layout is now optimized, with two front wireless chargers and a new, slimmed down dashboard with a larger 14-inch Toyota Audio Multimedia touchscreen and soft touch materials, gives it a premium feel. The 64 color, customizable ambient lighting throughout the cabin further enhances the tactful interior styling.

The 2026 Toyota bZ is expected to start arriving at Toyota dealerships in the second half of 2025. The Manufacturer’s Suggested Retail Price will be announced closer to on-sale date.

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Ranges and charging times will vary depending on weather and other factors.

Two Battery Choices and Faster Charging

The 2026 bZ battery options include a 57.7-kWh and 74.7-kWh unit, manufacturer estimated all-electric drive range ratings are:

  • 314 miles (XLE FWD Plus; 74.7-kWh battery) *
  • 299 miles (Limited FWD; 74.7-kWh battery) *
  • 288 miles (XLE AWD; 74.7-kWh battery) *
  • 278 miles (Limited AWD; 74.7-kWh battery) *
  • 236 miles (XLE FWD, 57.7-kWh battery) *

For 2026, the bZ adopts a NACS charging port, capable of DC fast charging. It will also have Level One and Level Two AC charging with a higher capacity 11-kW on-board AC charger (up from 7-kW capacity on the prior model). The charging port will be located on the front right-side of the vehicle and the model will come with a dual-voltage charging cable.

A new battery pre-conditioning function is also equipped on all models. This system is designed to bring the battery to an optimal temperature for DC fast charging, which can enable faster charging in colder climates. This function can be activated manually or automatically by setting the navigation system destination to a fast-charging station. 

The 2026 bZ also adds steering wheel mounted paddle shifters to activate and adjust regenerative braking. These paddles turn the system on and dial the regenerative braking force up or down based on driver preference to capture additional energy and transfer it to the battery.

The Toyota bZ also has a battery thermal management system, which includes a water-to-water heat exchanger and heating adjustment valve to increase battery temperature, to help optimize DC charging speeds in cold weather. The following systems and equipment are designed to reduce energy consumption, especially power used for heating in cold climates:

  • Heat pump system for both heating and air-conditioning
  • Standard Front-seat and steering wheel heaters
  • Available Front-seat radiant foot-and-leg heater
  • Available heated rear seats and ventilated front seats

In terms of battery safety, Toyota uses many measures to help protect cell integrity, thanks to the design and a multiple monitoring system intended to protect the vehicle’s battery system. This includes:

  • Redundant monitoring of battery voltage, current and temperature designed to detect signs of abnormal heating to maintain optimal battery temperature and help prevent cell damage
  • Utilization of a high-resistance coolant circulation system is designed to help prevent a thermal event from short circuits even in high battery load conditions due to repeatedly switching between high-speed driving and rapid charging

Surprising Capability

On AWD bZ models, the surprisingly capable X-MODE system will be equipped. X-MODE is a function that allows the driver to operate a switch to select a mode according to the road conditions, automatically changing to optimize brake control and power delivery at the wheels for enhanced control and traction.

A feature of the system is Grip-Control. When activated and used at low speeds, the system leverages motor drive power modulation to achieve capable off-road performance. This feature was developed as an added function to react to road surface characteristics and maintain a constant speed to prevent slipping on rough roads.

The bZ’s impressive driving performance is due in part to the BEV-dedicated e-TNGA platform. This architecture allows for a low center of gravity and rigid chassis, thanks to the high-capacity lithium-Ion battery pack placed flat under the floor. Its handling prowess is also due in part to the battery cross-framing structure, which adds to overall vehicle rigidity.

The use of a lightweight body structure with sections of high-tensile steel reinforced frame components around the battery pack, coupled with a dynamic suspension, contributes to the bZ driving feel. An intelligent throttle feature provides a smoother feel when accelerating and decelerating and Vehicle Stability Control  helps the driver maintain vehicle control under adverse conditions.

Design Updates and Comfort Improvements

The Toyota bZ comfortably resides in the small SUV segment, with an 8.2-inch ground clearance, 184.6-inch overall length, 73.2-inch overall width, and 65-inch overall height (including antenna). Its 112.2-inch wheelbase provides for a stable, comfortable ride.

The 2026 Toyota bZ’s design has been updated both inside and out. The front presents a sleeker, more elegant look. The interior has been updated with a new center console for easy use of digital devices and a new instrument panel design, with a 14-inch multimedia screen fitted as standard.

On the inside, both the XLE and Limited grades bring high-tech, comfort focused features. New for 2026 is slimmer dashboard design with front and rear ambient lighting with 64 available colors to set the perfect mood. Dual Qi-compatible wireless smartphone chargers also up the tech in the front of the cabin. Additional standard features for both grades include a heated SofTex-trimmed 3-spoke steering wheel with regenerative braking paddle switches, and a top-mount Multi-Information Display for a heads-up view of the road.

Interior dimensions are designed to maximize space for people and cargo alike. The bZ has a comfortable 42.1-inches of legroom for the front seat and 35.3-inches for passengers in the rear seat. Cargo volume is 27.7 cubic feet behind the second row. 

The 2026 Toyota bZ offers a variety of exterior color options, including an option for color- matched overfenders on models that wear Wind Chill Pearl, Heavy Metal, or Black paint. Single and two-tone paint treatments and the following interior/exterior combinations are available:

Interior

Grade

XLE

Limited

Interior Colors

Fabric/SofTex – Black

SofTex-Lt. Gray

SofTex-Black

Exterior Colors

Wind Chill Pearl with Black roof*

Wind Chill Pearl*

Supersonic Red with Black overfenders*

Blueprint with Black overfenders

Black

Heavy Metal with Black roof*

Heavy Metal*

Supersonic Red with Black roof and overfenders*

*Premium paint, additional charge

Beyond Electrifying Grades

The 2026 Toyota bZ’s key standard features include:

XLE Grade

  • Choice of FWD, FWD Plus, or AWD
  • X-MODE on AWD models
  • 18-in. multi-spoke black/silver alloy wheels with plastic covers
  • Top-mount Multi-Information Display (MID) with indicators and 7-in. LCD display with key driver information (speed, charging information, warning indicators, etc.)
  • Front and rear ambient lighting with 64 available colors
  • Heated SofTex® -trimmed manual tilt/telescopic 3-spoke steering wheel
  • Fabric/SofTex-trimmed seats with 8-way power-adjustable driver’s seat and 6-way adjustable front passenger seat
  • Heated front and rear outboard seating
  • 60/40 split, reclining fold-flat rear seat
  • Dual Qi-compatible wireless smartphone charging with charge indicator light
  • Four USB-C charge ports
  • 14-in. Toyota Audio Multimedia with six speakers
  • Regenerative braking with steering wheel paddle control
  • Bi-LED projector low- and high-beam headlights with LED accent lights
  • LED Daytime Running Lights (DRL) and LED taillights and stop lights
  • Rain-sensing variable intermittent windshield wipers with de-icer function
  • Height-adjustable foot-activated power liftgate with jam protection
  • Toyota Safety Sense 3.0
  • Digital key capability (Requires an active Remote Connect subscription. 4G network dependent.)

Limited Grade (Adds to or replaces features on XLE):

  • Choice of FWD or AWD
  • 20-inch black multi-spoke alloy wheels
  • Multi-LED headlights
  • SofTex®-trimmed seats – 8-way power-adjustable driver’s seat with lumbar support; 8-way power-adjustable front passenger seat
  • Heated and ventilated front seating
  • Lane Change Assist, Traffic Jam Assist (Requires an active Remote Connect subscription. 4G network dependent.)
  • Front Cross Traffic Alert, and Advanced Park

Options:

  • XLE: Panoramic fixed-glass moonroof with power sunshade
  • Limited: 9-speaker JBL® Premium Audio including subwoofer and amplifier

Intuitive Connected Tech

The interior styling of the Toyota bZ exudes comfort, with premium finishes, designed to make everything easily accessible, from the USB ports to the Toyota Audio Multimedia system. All grades come standard with a 14-inch touchscreen that runs the Toyota Audio Multimedia system, designed and engineered by Toyota’s Texas-based Connected Technologies team. The bZ also comes with a host of Toyota Connected Services** trials.

A Drive Connect** 3-year trial gives access to Intelligent Assistant, Cloud Navigation and Destination Assist. With Intelligent Assistant, simple phrases like “Hey Toyota” awakens the system for voice activated commands to search for directions, find Points of Interest (POI), adjust audio controls, change the cabin temperatures and more. Cloud Navigation, the onboard navigation solution, utilizes the cloud to download the latest available map, traffic and routing information. To ensure users have the most up-to-date search capabilities, POI search is provided by Google Points-of-Interest data. Destination Assist also gives access to 24/7 live agent assistance to locate the next destination.

All Toyota bZ models are equipped with a six-speaker audio system for enjoying entertainment while on-the-go. For those looking for an enhanced audio experience, the bZ has an available JBL Premium Audio system with 9 speakers, including an 8-channel 800-watt amplifier and 9-inch subwoofer.

The Toyota Audio Multimedia system also allows for dual Bluetooth phone connectivity, with support for standard wireless Apple CarPlay® and Android Auto™ compatibility. With further connectivity, the bZ has an available Wi-Fi Connect trial (30 days or up to 3GB) that offers 4G connectivity for up to five devices – turning the bZ into an AT&T Hotspot.

Adding to the already robust offering of audio playback ability with HD Radio, USB data and a SiriusXM® 3-month trial subscription, Wi-Fi Connect also enables the new Integrated Streaming feature, providing the ability to link separate Apple Music® and Amazon Music subscriptions to the vehicle for onboard control.

The bZ also comes with a 5-year minimum trial subscription for Safety Connect** and Service Connect**. Safety Connect includes an Emergency Assistance Button (SOS), 24/7 Enhanced Roadside Assistance, Automatic Collision Notification and Stolen Vehicle Locator. Service Connect gives drivers the capability to receive Vehicle Health Reports, Maintenance Alerts and reminders.

With the Toyota App, users can stay connected to their bZ with the Remote Connect** service, included as a 3-year trial. With Remote Connect, users can activate headlights, a horn alert, buzzer and unlock the rear hatch. The remote climate features include the ability for in-cabin temperature controls, including remote activation of the available seat heaters/ventilators, steering wheel heater, defroster, and the ability to schedule a timer to activate in a daily routine.

All Toyota bZ models will also have access to the available Toyota Digital Key**, a feature of the Remote Connect service that enables a smartphone to be used instead of a physical key. Owners can also share vehicle access with ease, making it simple to lock, unlock and start the vehicle all through the Toyota App.

Remote Charging capabilities are also included with Remote Connect trial or subscription on the bZ, which includes the ability to check charging status, start/stop charging with a vehicle that is already plugged in and even edit charging schedules, allowing for enhanced controls of the bZ’s charging. The Toyota App also provides an easy-to-use map to find charging station locations near you or along your route.

Active Safety & Driver Assist Technology

The 2026 bZ features Toyota Safety Sense 3.0™, Toyota’s suite of active safety and driver assistance features. This system is designed to support driver awareness, decision-making, and vehicle operation. This system uses a combination of millimeter wave radar and monocular camera to monitor various driving conditions. Please note that Toyota Safety Sense 3.0 systems are not a substitute for safe and attentive driving. The safety suite includes:

  • Pre-Collision System with Pedestrian Detection: Pre-Collision System with Pedestrian Detection (PCS w/PD) is designed to help detect a vehicle, pedestrian, bicyclist, or motorcyclist and provide an audible/visual forward-collision warning under certain circumstances. If you don’t react, the system is designed to provide automatic emergency braking.
  • Full-Speed Range Dynamic Radar Cruise Control (DRCC): an adaptive cruise control system that is designed to be set at speeds above 20 mph. DRCC uses vehicle-to-vehicle distance control to help maintain a preset distance from the vehicle ahead of you.
  • Lane Departure Alert with Steering Assist (LDA w/SA): detects lane markings or the road’s edge at speeds above 30 mph. LDA w/SA is designed to provide an audible/visual warning if an inadvertent lane departure is detected. If no corrective action is taken, Steering Assist is designed to provide gentle corrective steering for lane-keeping assistance.
  • Lane Tracing Assist (LTA): designed to help keep the vehicle in the center of a lane. LTA assists the driver with steering control while DRCC is in use.
  • Road Sign Assist (RSA): uses the forward-facing camera to recognize specific road signs, such as speed limit, stop, and yield signs. RSA provides sign information to the driver via the Multi-Information Display.
  • Automatic High Beams (AHB): designed to detect headlights of oncoming vehicles and taillights of preceding vehicles. AHB automatically toggles between high and low beams as appropriate.
  • Proactive Driving Assist (PDA): uses the vehicle’s camera and radar, when system operating conditions are met, to provide gentle braking and/or steering to support driving tasks such as distance control between your vehicle and a preceding vehicle, pedestrian, or bicyclist. PDA can also provide gentle braking into curves.

Blind Spot Monitor with Rear Cross-Traffic Alert is also standard. The BSM system uses rear side radar sensors installed on the inner side of the rear bumper on the left and right side to assist the driver in confirming safety when changing lanes. The RCTA function uses the same sensors installed behind the rear bumper. This function is intended to assist the driver in checking areas that are not easily visible when backing up.

Safe Exit Alert is also standard on bZ. This system is designed to detect vehicles or cyclists approaching from the rear and judges if there is a possibility of a collision with an opened door or passengers who are exiting. Safe Exit Alert will illuminate an indicator in the outer mirror and provide an audible alert to notify vehicle occupants.

The Toyota bZ is also equipped with Toyota’s Star Safety System, standard. This system includes Vehicle Stability Control (VSC), Traction Control (TRAC), Anti-lock Brake System (ABS), Electronic Brake-force Distribution (EBD), Brake Assist (BA) and Smart Stop Technology® (SST).

Driver assistance features include Traffic Jam Assist, Lane Change Assist, and Front Cross-Traffic Alert, standard on the Limited grade. The Limited grade also includes a standard Panoramic View Monitor with Perimeter Scan including 360-degree Overhead View in low-speed drive and reverse, and Curb View.

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Limited Warranty

Toyota’s 36-month/36,000-mile basic new-vehicle warranty applies to all components other than normal wear and maintenance items. Additional 60-month warranties cover the powertrain for 60,000 miles and corrosion with no mileage limitation. The Electric Vehicle Driving Components, including the traction battery, are covered for 8 years or 100,000 miles, whichever comes first. Toyota dealers have complete details on the limited warranty.

The Toyota bZ also comes with ToyotaCare, a plan covering normal factory-scheduled maintenance, for two years or 25,000 miles, whichever comes first, and three years of Roadside Assistance, regardless of mileage.

About Toyota

Toyota (NYSE:TM) has been a part of the cultural fabric in the U.S. for nearly 70 years, and is committed to advancing sustainable, next-generation mobility through our Toyota and Lexus brands, plus our nearly 1,500 dealerships.   

Toyota directly employs nearly 48,000 people in the U.S. who have contributed to the design, engineering, and assembly of more than 35 million cars and trucks at our 11 manufacturing plants. In spring 2025, Toyota’s plant in North Carolina will begin to manufacture automotive batteries for electrified vehicles. With more electrified vehicles on the road than any other automaker, Toyota currently offers 32 electrified options. 

Through its Driving Possibilities initiative, the Toyota USA Foundation has committed to creating innovative educational programs within, and in partnership with, historically underserved communities near the company’s U.S. operating sites.   

For more information about Toyota, visit  www.ToyotaNewsroom.com.

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Disneyland Resort 70th Celebration Begins May 16, 2025, at The Happiest Place on Earth

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Disneyland Resort 70th Celebration Begins May 16, 2025 - Sleeping Beauty Castle: Throughout Disneyland Resort in Anaheim, Calif., vibrant colors and bold banners take over Disneyland Park, Disney California Adventure Park, Downtown Disney District and the Hotels of Disneyland Resort. Guests can "celebrate happy” during the limited-time Disneyland Resort 70th Celebration beginning May 16, 2025. (Richard Harbaugh/Disneyland Resort)
  • New ‘World of Color Happiness!’ debuts at Disney California Adventure Park and ‘Paint the Night’ parade returns to Disneyland Park 
  • Family and friends are invited to ‘Celebrate Happy’ with joyful décor, food and beverages, merchandise and more 
  • New and recently debuted experiences, such as ‘Disney Jr. Mickey Mouse Clubhouse Live!’, Tiana’s Bayou Adventure and dining at Downtown Disney District offer more reasons to visit

ANAHEIM, Calif., May 16, 2025 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — The Disneyland Resort 70th Celebration kicks off May 16, 2025, honoring seven decades and counting of The Happiest Place on Earth with must-visit festivities across the resort through summer 2026.

Disneyland Resort 70th Celebration Begins May 16, 2025 – Sleeping Beauty Castle:Throughout Disneyland Resort in Anaheim, Calif., vibrant colors and bold banners take over Disneyland Park, Disney California Adventure Park, Downtown Disney District and the Hotels of Disneyland Resort. Guests can "celebrate happy” during the limited-time Disneyland Resort 70th Celebration beginning May 16, 2025. (Richard Harbaugh/Disneyland Resort)

In 1955, Walt Disney opened Disneyland Park with a hope that it would be “a source of joy and inspiration to all the world.” This limited-time celebration highlights that feeling of absolute happiness through jubilant entertainment, décor, food and beverages, merchandise and more.

Over the course of its industry-defining, 70-year history, Disneyland Resort has expanded to include two theme parks, three hotels and the Downtown Disney District. The resort has a bright future ahead, with more growth to come that will create happiness for generations.

High-energy and heartfelt entertainment, day into night

From effervescent moments to breathtaking spectaculars, the Disneyland Resort 70th Celebration entertainment lineup will inspire guests to sing along and dance.

“Paint the Night” parade makes its highly anticipated comeback to Disneyland Park, featuring vibrant floats and more than a million brilliant LED lights. The nighttime spectacular “Wondrous Journeys” dazzles Disneyland Park once again with projection effects and music nodding to Walt Disney Animation Studios films; the show is enhanced with fireworks on select nights.

At Disney California Adventure Park, the all-new nighttime spectacular “World of Color Happiness!” is inspired by Walt Disney’s words from the opening day dedication of Disneyland: “To all who come to this happy place… welcome!” The water show features a rendition of “Rainbow Connection” performed by R&B group Boyz II Men, plus an original song “Makes Me Wanna Move,” performed by FITZ – frontman and namesake of multi-platinum hitmakers Fitz and the Tantrums. Colorful floats and more than two dozen characters from Pixar Animation Studios films fill the streets of Disney California Adventure Park with the return of the high-energy daytime parade “Better Together: A Pixar Pals Celebration!”

Additional entertainment highlights include “The Celebrate Happy Cavalcade” daytime processional and “Tapestry of Happiness” nighttime projection show on the façade of “it’s a small world” at Disneyland Park, plus “Celebrate Happy: A Little Bit of Magic Every Night” projections on the façade of Carthay Circle Restaurant at Disney California Adventure Park. “Celebrate Happy,” a new theme song performed by the Jonas Brothers, can be heard in various new entertainment experiences.

Walt Disney Records released “Music From Disneyland Resort 70th Celebration,” now available on the Disneyland Official Playlist, wherever guests stream music.

Select shows, performances, and experiences, including parades and nighttime spectaculars, will temporarily pause to make way for seasonal entertainment offerings, then resume at later dates. Check the Disneyland app or Disneyland.com for entertainment schedules.

Special anniversary décor and offerings, available for a limited time

The entire resort is adorned in bold blue, magenta and purple décor with golden accents – including an elegant medallion on Sleeping Beauty Castle. Mickey Mouse, Minnie Mouse and some of their pals are dressed in custom outfits at Town Square at Disneyland Park.

The wide variety of themed food and beverage items includes more than 70 new celebration offerings. Foodies can delight in nostalgic classic eats with a modern twist, themed candies and fun new novelties.

Multiple merchandise collections will be released over the course of the celebration, including apparel, collectibles, toys and more. From the colorful Disneyland Resort 70th Anniversary Celebration Collection to the vintage-inspired Vault Collection, there is something for all ages and a variety of style preferences.

Recently debuted and new experiences

In addition to the limited-time anniversary fun, guests can “drop on in” to enjoy the recently debuted water attraction, Tiana’s Bayou Adventure, and a number of new experiences.

Miguel and his trusted alebrije, Dante, from Pixar Animation Studios’ “Coco” recently joined the Mexico area of “it’s a small world” at Disneyland Park.

An all-new live show, “Disney Jr. Mickey Mouse Clubhouse Live!”, debuts in the Disney Theater at Disney California Adventure Park on May 16, 2025. Inspired by Disney Jr.’s Emmy® Award-winning hit series “Mickey Mouse Clubhouse” and the upcoming “Mickey Mouse Clubhouse+”, the interactive show created for young children features upbeat original songs and character appearances.

On the official day of its 70th anniversary – July 17, 2025 – Disneyland Park will debut new tributes to its cherished history and optimism for the future. Walt Disney – A Magical Life” at the Main Street Opera House will feature a cinematic presentation of Walt Disney’s journey, culminating in a visit with Walt in his office, brought to life for the first time ever through Audio-Animatronics storytelling. The Main Street Opera House will also be home to an all-new gallery experience of art, artifacts and more documenting Disneyland from its very early stages to the icon it is today.

Also debuting on July 17 are an homage to the songwriting duo, the Sherman Brothers, in the Main Street Cinema and a new verse playing in the titular song of “it’s a small world.”

Guests can discover a range of diverse dining and shopping options at the Downtown Disney District, which will continue its evolution during the Disneyland Resort 70th Celebration. Recent additions include the Disney Wonderful World of Sweets candy shop, The D-Lander Shop, Parkside Market food hall, and many more locations.

Great value on Disneyland Resort vacations

To welcome as many guests and families as possible, Disneyland Resort always offers a range of ticket, dining and hotel options, as well as promotional offers throughout the year. When planning their visits, guests are encouraged to check Disneyland.com/offers for a list of available offers that could help them save money.

With many choices in attractions, entertainment, dining and rotating limited-time offerings, guests may consider extending the fun through multi-day vacations and overnight stays at the Hotels of the Disneyland Resort. Magic Key annual passes will also become available for purchase at select times, subject to availability.

About the Disneyland Resort
Located in Anaheim, Calif., the Disneyland Resort features two spectacular theme parks – Disneyland Park (the original Disney theme park) and Disney California Adventure Park – plus three hotels and the Downtown Disney District dining, entertainment and shopping complex. The Hotels of the Disneyland Resort are Disney’s Grand Californian Hotel & Spa, the Disneyland Hotel – both AAA Four Diamond properties – and Pixar Place Hotel. When it opened on July 17, 1955, Disneyland introduced the world to a new concept in family entertainment and continues to use creativity, technology and innovation to bring storytelling to new heights. Open daily, year-round. For more information, guests can visit Disneyland.com.

To enter a park, both a theme park reservation and a valid ticket for the same park on the same date is required. Park reservations are limited, subject to availability, and not guaranteed. Parks, attractions, entertainment, experiences, services, and offerings may be modified, limited in availability or unavailable, and are subject to restrictions, and change or cancellation without notice. Park admission and offerings are not guaranteed. Visit Disneyland.com/updates for more information about visiting the Disneyland® Resort.

Disneyland Resort 70th Celebration Begins May 16, 2025 - “The Celebrate Happy Cavalcade”:Dressed in their new 70th attire, Mickey Mouse and his pals make their way down the parade route in “The Celebrate Happy Cavalcade” at Disneyland Park in Anaheim, Calif. This limited-time offering debuts May 16, 2025, during the Disneyland Resort 70th Celebration.(Christian Thompson/Disneyland Resort)

 

Disneyland Resort 70th Celebration Begins May 16, 2025 - “World of Color Happiness!” In Disney California Adventure Park in Anaheim, Calif., the all-new nighttime spectacular, “World of Color Happiness!” transforms Paradise Bay with its dazzling projections, colorful lights and brilliant signature fountains. This nighttime spectacular is inspired by Walt Disney’s opening day dedication: “To all who come to this happy place... welcome!” (Sean Teegarden/Disneyland Resort)

 

Disneyland Resort 70th Celebration Begins May 16, 2025 - “Paint the Night” Parade – “Beauty and the Beast”The fan-favorite parade, “Paint the Night,” which features stunning colors, vibrant floats and more than a million brilliant LED lights returns to Disneyland Park in Anaheim, Calif. for a limited time. Guests can "celebrate happy” during the Disneyland Resort 70th Celebration beginning May 16, 2025. (Sean Teegarden/Disneyland Resort)

 

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43rd Annual March of Dimes Gourmet Gala Raises $1.5 Million For Moms and Babies

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Annual bipartisan event raises record-breaking funds, spotlighting the power of unity and culinary creativity in support of maternal and infant health

ARLINGTON, Va., May 15, 2025 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — On Wednesday, 52 Members of Congress participated in the 43rd Annual March of Dimes Gourmet Gala at the National Building Museum in Washington, DC. This spirited, bipartisan cook-off brought lawmakers together to serve their signature dishes to more than 650 guests and esteemed local chefs—raising over $1.5 million to support healthy pregnancies and strong babies across the country.

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In addition to the cook-off, the gala highlighted the inspiring story of the Bernardo family. Just 26 weeks pregnant, Jennifer Bernardo was rushed to the hospital with complications, leading to the preterm birth of her twins by emergency Cesarean delivery. Her son weighed just two pounds, and her daughter one pound, eleven ounces. Both babies spent over four months in the neonatal intensive care unit (NICU)—a journey filled with daily challenges and small victories. Their story underscores the impact of March of Dimes’ work, which includes supporting families with babies in intensive care, improving access to care, advancing research, and advocating for the health of all moms and babies.

“The March of Dimes Gourmet Gala is a powerful reminder of what we can achieve when we come together, especially on behalf of moms and babies,” said Cindy Rahman, President and CEO of March of Dimes. “This event brings heart and purpose to every plate. We’re incredibly thankful to our Congressional Chefs, generous sponsors, and supporters who continue to advance our mission.”

A panel of acclaimed chefs from the Washington, DC area judged this year’s Congressional cook-off, including:

  • Chef Robbie Meltzer of José Andrés Group
  • Chef Yuan Tang of Rooster & Owl
  • Chefs Gabe and Katherine Thompson of Thompson Italian
  • Chef Massimo Vicidomini of RPM Italian

Winning dishes and Representatives were honored in the following categories:

  • Easiest Preparation – Rep. Bob Latta and Dr. Marcia Latta (R-Ohio), Scrumptious Peach Crisp
  • Hometown Hero – Rep. Rick Allen and Mrs. Robin Allen (R-Ga.), The Masters Pimento Cheese
  • Healthiest Recipe – Rep. Steven Horsford (D-Nev.), Trinidad Curry Chicken and Rice
  • Judge’s Choice – Rep. Adrian Smith and Mrs. Andrea McDaniel Smith (R-Neb.), Pork Ribs
  • Best Presentation – Rep. Bobby Scott (D-Va.), Cream of Crab Soup
  • People’s Choice – Rep. Laura Gillen (D-N.Y.), Gruyere Rounds Appetizer

The 2025 Gourmet Gala finance co-chairs were Austin Burnes, Danielle Burr and Whitney VanMeter. Honorary co-chairs included:

  • Sen. Katie Britt and Mr. Wesley Britt (R-Ala.)
  • Sen. Chris Coons and Mrs. Annie Coons (D-Del.)
  • Rep. Madeleine Dean and Mr. PJ Cunnane (D-Pa.)
  • Rep. August Pfluger and Mrs. Camille Pfluger (R-Texas)

March of Dimes is deeply grateful to the more than 100 sponsors who made this year’s event possible, including Blue Cross Blue Shield Association, Chevron, Ferring Pharmaceuticals, NACDS Foundation, and P&G/Pampers.

The success of this year’s event underscores the continued dedication of March of Dimes and its partners to improving the health of all moms and babies. To learn more about the March of Dimes Gourmet Gala, visit marchofdimes.org/gourmetgala.

About March of Dimes
March of Dimes leads the fight for the health of all moms and babies. We support research, education, and advocacy, and provide programs and services so that every family can get the best possible start. Since 1938, we’ve built a successful legacy to support every pregnant person and every family. Visit marchofdimes.org or nacersano.org for more information.

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Toyota Debuts Stylish, Powerful 2026 C-HR Battery Electric Vehicle

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  • All-new, Toyota C-HR Battery Electric Vehicle with 338 combined system net hp and a manufacturer-estimated all electric driving range rating of up to 290-miles*
  • Premium interior and easy access rear cargo area for comfort, convenience and utility
  • DC fast-charging capability with access to thousands of Level Three charging stations nationwide for a 10-80% charge in around 30 minutes under ideal conditions
  • Coupe-like SUV profile with eye-catching design and a fun-to-drive character with standard All-Wheel Drive (AWD)
  • Built on Toyota’s e-TNGA platform, with chassis tuning that compliments its spirited output
  • Modern interior with soft touch materials, customizable lighting, and 14-inch touchscreen
  • Compact crossover utility with 60/40-fold flat seats and up-to 25.4-cubic feet of cargo space behind the rear seats
  • Expected arrival at U.S. Toyota dealerships in 2026

PLANO, Texas, May 14, 2025 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — Today Toyota announces the all-new 2026 Toyota C-HR Battery Electric Vehicle (BEV), an all-new model set to be a bold entry in its electrified lineup. With an impressive 338 horsepower combined system output, and standard All-Wheel Drive, it has a performance-inspired spirit with a manufacturer estimated 0-60 mph time of around 5 seconds. The C-HR couples its dynamic performance with a coupe-like design, a well-appointed interior, and up-to 25.4-cubic feet of rear cargo space behind the rear seats for compact crossover utility.

Toyota Debuts Stylish, Powerful 2026 C-HR Battery Electric Vehicle

The 2026 C-HR BEV brings cutting-edge style and high-tech features. It will be powered by a 74.7 kW battery and have a manufacturer-estimated all-electric range rating of 290 miles*. It will come equipped with a North American Charging System (NACS) port, giving it access to thousands of DC charging stations nationwide. It will also be capable of charging on Level One and Level Two AC power sources. Steering wheel-mounted paddle shifters that control regenerative braking power are also standard. When activated, four different levels of regenerative braking power can be selected to convert kinetic energy to electric energy, adding charge to the traction battery.

It will come in SE and XSE grades and have great standard interior features like a 14-inch touchscreen that runs the Toyota Audio Multimedia system, fully digital gauge cluster, dual wireless chargers in the center console, and the Toyota Safety Sense 3.0 system. The cabin also brings comfort, with seating choices from fabric and SofTex®-trim to synthetic suede and SofTex-trim.

On the outside, key standard equipment like a power liftgate, low-profile roof rails, and rain-sensing wipers bring functional value. There will be 18-inch and 20-inch wheel options and a variety of available exterior paint colors in single and two-tone paint options.

Developed from a compact BEV concept Toyota first presented in 2022, the new C-HR BEV is the 20th electrified model to be added to the Toyota lineup. The model carries forward Toyota’s multi-pathway powertrain approach, which includes a variety of models available across its lineup to fit customers’ lifestyles, including BEV, Hybrid, Plug-in Hybrid, and Fuel Cell (CA and Hawaii only) powertrains. The 2026 C-HR BEV is expected to arrive at Toyota dealerships nationwide in 2026.

*Ranges and charging times will vary depending on weather and other factors.

Spacious Style

The Toyota C-HR BEV is designed as an expression of the fun-to-drive, exhilarating character of electric vehicles. Built on Toyota’s dedicated e-TNGA battery electric vehicle platform, its flowing body lines and wide stance convey a dynamic drive. The vehicle’s compact coupe silhouette is formed by Toyota’s signature hammerhead front end flowing seamlessly into a compact cabin and angular rear.

The C-HR has compact crossover proportions with an overall length of 177.9-inches, overall width of 73.6-inches, wheelbase of 108.3-inches, and overall height 63.8-inches. This helps give it spacious accommodation, with generous headroom and ample cabin space. The interior design is clean and open, with a slim driver’s display and easy-to-access center console. For an added touch, it also has customizable ambient lighting for setting just the right mood. Altogether, it has a comfortable, high-tech cabin that is stylish and functional.

It also provides drivers and passengers alike with plenty of comfort and convenience, such as two wireless smartphone chargers and rear cabin USB ports to ensure everyone on board can be connected when on the move; rear cabin air conditioning controls; and an available panoramic roof that brings natural light to all parts of the interior.

Electrifying Performance

The 2026 Toyota C-HR BEV comes equipped with standard AWD with electric motors housed in the front and rear eAxles. Altogether, the model is expected to be capable of going from 0 to 60 miles per hour in around 5 seconds. Its coupe-like lines are complemented by a low center of gravity, thanks to the underfloor-mounted battery pack that is surrounded by a cross-framing structure for overall vehicle rigidity. In addition to the fundamental strength, rigidity and agility of the dedicated BEV platform, suspension parts have been precisely tuned for the new C-HR, including spring and damper performance and the stiffness of the anti-roll bars.

It will have a lithium-ion battery with a total capacity of 74.7-kWh and an 11-kW on-board AC charger. It will have a NACS charging port that is compatible with Level Three DC fast-charging, giving it access to thousands of high-speed charging stations nationwide. When using fast charging the C-HR will be capable of recharging from 10% to 80% battery capacity in around 30 minutes under ideal conditions*. The 2026 C-HR will also be capable of charging on Level One and Level Two AC power sources.

A battery pre-conditioning function is also included on C-HR. This system brings the battery to an optimal temperature for DC fast charging, enabling faster charging in colder climates. This function can be activated manually or automatically by setting the navigation system destination to a fast-charging station.  

The 2026 C-HR also features steering wheel-mounted paddle shifters to activate and adjust regenerative braking. Regenerative braking is the process of converting energy created by the movement of the vehicle, also known as kinetic energy, into electrical energy. The driver can adjust the amount of regenerative braking power from four levels using the paddle shifters.

Two Style and Value-Packed Grades

The all-electric 2026 C-HR will be available in an SE and XSE grade. Exterior paint options on both grades will include the all-new Overcast and Tandoori colors, along with Cement, Midnight Black Metallic, and Wind Chill Pearl (premium paint option). The XSE will also have two-tone paint available, including the combination of Tandoori, Cement, or Wind Chill Pearl with a Midnight Black Metallic Roof. Key features by grade include:

SE

  • Performance specifications:
    • Manufacturer estimated 290-mile all-electric driving range rating*
    • 338 horsepower
  • 11-kW onboard AC charger
  • Dual-voltage A/C charging cable
  • NACS charging port
  • 18-in. wheels with black alloy inserts
  • Power liftgate
  • Rain-sensing wipers
  • Low profile roof rails
  • Fabric/SofTex trimmed seating with 8-way power driver seat and 6-way manual passenger seat
  • Heated front seats and steering wheel
  • 14-in. touchscreen with Toyota Audio Multimedia system
  • Two front wireless Qi chargers
  • Three USB-Type C ports (one front, two rear)
  • Toyota Safety Sense 3.0
  • Front & Rear Parking Assist with Automatic Braking
  • Blind Spot Monitor

XSE (adds to or replaces SE features with):

  • 20-in. gun metal finished wheels
  • SofTex and synthetic suede-trimmed seats
  • 8-way power passenger seat
  • Driver memory seat
  • Digital Rearview Mirror with HomeLink®
  • Traffic Jam Assist**
  • Lane Change Assist
  • Panoramic View Monitor

**4G Network dependent. Requires an active Drive Connect subscription or trial. Subscription required after trial period.

Intuitive Connected Tech

Modern convenience also comes standard on the 2026 Toyota C-HR BEV, as it will come with a 14-inch touchscreen that runs the Toyota Audio Multimedia system, designed and engineered by Toyota’s Texas-based Connected Technologies team. It also comes with a host of Toyota Connected Services** trials.

The Drive Connect** 3-year trial gives access to Intelligent Assistant, Cloud Navigation and Destination Assist. With Intelligent Assistant, simple phrases like “Hey Toyota” awakens the system for voice activated commands to search for directions, find Points of Interest (POI), adjust audio controls, change the cabin temperatures and more. Cloud Navigation, the available onboard navigation solution, utilizes the cloud to download the latest available map, traffic and routing information. To ensure users have the most up-to-date search capabilities, POI search is provided by Google Points-of-Interest data. Destination Assist also gives access to 24/7 live agent assistance to locate the next destination.

All Toyota C-HR models are equipped with a six-speaker audio system for enjoying entertainment while on-the-go, a JBL® Premium Audio system with 9 speakers, including an 8-channel 800-watt amplifier and 9-inch subwoofer will also be available.

The Toyota Audio Multimedia system also allows for dual Bluetooth phone connectivity, with support for standard wireless Apple CarPlay® and Android Auto™ compatibility. With further connectivity, the C-HR has a Wi-Fi Connect trial (30 days or up to 3GB upon activation) that offers 4G connectivity for up to five devices – turning the C-HR into an AT&T Hotspot.

Adding to the already robust offering of audio playback ability with HD Radio, USB data and a SiriusXM® 3-month trial subscription, Wi-Fi Connect also enables the new Integrated Streaming feature, providing the ability to link separate Apple Music® and Amazon Music subscriptions to the vehicle for onboard control.

The C-HR also comes with a 5-year minimum trial subscription for both Safety Connect** and Service Connect**. Safety Connect includes an Emergency Assistance Button (SOS), 24/7 Enhanced Roadside Assistance, Automatic Collision Notification and Stolen Vehicle Locator. Service Connect gives drivers the capability to receive Vehicle Health Reports, Maintenance Alerts and reminders.

With the Toyota App, users can stay connected to their C-HR with Remote Connect**, included as a 3-year trial. With Remote Connect, users can activate headlights, a horn alert, buzzer and unlock the rear hatch. The remote climate features include the ability for in-cabin temperature controls, including remote activation of the available seat heaters/ventilators, steering wheel heater, defroster, and the ability to schedule a timer to activate in a daily routine.

Remote charging capabilities are also included with Remote Connect trial or subscription on the C-HR, which includes the ability to check charging status, start/stop charging with a vehicle that is already plugged in and even edit charging schedules, allowing for enhanced controls of the C-HR’s charging. The Toyota App also provides an easy-to-use map to find charging station locations near you or along your route.

**4G Network dependent. Requires an active Drive Connect subscription or trial. Subscription required after trial period.

Active Safety & Driver Assist Technology

The C-HR features Toyota Safety Sense 3.0™, Toyota’s suite of active safety and driver assistance features designed to support driver awareness, decision-making, and vehicle operation. Please note that Toyota Safety Sense 3.0 systems and driver assist features are not a substitute for safe and attentive driving. The safety suite includes:

  • Pre-Collision System with Pedestrian Detection (PCS w/PD): Designed to help detect a vehicle, pedestrian, bicyclist, or motorcyclist and provide an audible/visual forward-collision warning under certain circumstances. If you don’t react, the system is designed to provide automatic emergency braking.
  • Full-Speed Range Dynamic Radar Cruise Control (DCRR): An adaptive cruise control system that is designed to be set at speeds above 20 mph. DRCC uses vehicle-to-vehicle distance control to help maintain a preset distance from the vehicle ahead of you.
  • Lane Departure Alert with Steering Assist (LDA w/SA):  Detects lane markings or the road’s edge at speeds above 30 mph. LDA w/SA is designed to provide an audible/visual warning if an inadvertent lane departure is detected. If no corrective action is taken, Steering Assist is designed to provide gentle corrective steering for lane-keeping assistance.
  • Lane Tracing Assist (LTA): Designed to help keep the vehicle in the center of a lane. LTA assists the driver with steering control while DRCC is in use.
  • Road Sign Assist (RSA): Uses the forward-facing camera to recognize specific road signs, such as speed limit, stop, and yield signs. RSA provides sign information to the driver via the Multi-Information Display.
  • Automatic High Beams (AHB): Designed to detect headlights of oncoming vehicles and taillights of preceding vehicles. AHB automatically toggles between high and low beams as appropriate.
  • Proactive Driving Assist (PDA): Uses the vehicle’s camera and radar, when system operating conditions are met, to provide gentle braking and/or steering to support driving tasks such as distance control between your vehicle and a preceding vehicle, pedestrian, or bicyclist. PDA can also provide gentle braking into curves.

For complete details on TSS 3.0, please visit Toyota.com/safety-sense.

Blind Spot Monitor with Rear Cross-Traffic Alert is also standard. The BSM system uses rear side radar sensors installed on the inner side of the rear bumper, on both the left and right sides, to assist the driver in confirming safety when changing lanes. The RCTA function uses the same sensors installed behind the rear bumper. This function is intended to assist the driver in checking areas that are not easily visible when backing up.

Safe Exit Alert is also standard on the C-HR. This system is designed to detect vehicles or cyclists approaching from the rear and judge if there is a possibility of a collision with an open door or passengers who are exiting. Safe Exit Alert will illuminate an indicator in the outer mirror and provide an audible alert to notify vehicle occupants.

The Toyota C-HR is also equipped with Toyota’s Star Safety System, standard. This system includes Vehicle Stability Control (VSC), Traction Control (TRAC), Anti-lock Brake System (ABS), Electronic Brake-force Distribution (EBD), Brake Assist (BA) and Smart Stop Technology® (SST).

Driver assistance features include Traffic Jam Assist, Lane Change Assist, and Front Cross-Traffic Alert, standard**.

In terms of battery safety, Toyota uses many measures to help protect cell integrity, thanks to the design and a multiple monitoring system intended to protect the vehicle’s battery system. This includes:

  • Redundant monitoring of battery voltage, current and temperature designed to detect signs of abnormal heating to maintain optimal battery temperature and help prevent cell damage
  • Utilization of a high-resistance coolant circulation system is designed to help prevent a thermal event from short circuits even in high battery load conditions due to repeatedly switching between high-speed driving and rapid charging

Limited Warranty

Toyota’s 36-month/36,000-mile basic new-vehicle warranty applies to all components other than normal wear and maintenance items. Additional 60-month warranties cover the powertrain for 60,000 miles and corrosion with no mileage limitation. The Electric Vehicle Driving Components, including the traction battery, are covered for 8 years or 100,000 miles, whichever comes first. Toyota dealers have complete details on the limited warranty.

The Toyota C-HR also comes with ToyotaCare, a plan covering normal factory-scheduled maintenance, for two years or 25,000 miles, whichever comes first, and three years of Roadside Assistance, regardless of mileage.

About Toyota 

Toyota (NYSE: TM) has been a part of the cultural fabric in the U.S. for nearly 70 years, and is committed to advancing sustainable, next-generation mobility through our Toyota and Lexus brands, plus our nearly 1,500 dealerships.   

Toyota directly employs nearly 48,000 people in the U.S. who have contributed to the design, engineering, and assembly of more than 35 million cars and trucks at our 11 manufacturing plants. In spring 2025, Toyota’s plant in North Carolina will begin to manufacture automotive batteries for electrified vehicles. With more electrified vehicles on the road than any other automaker, Toyota currently offers 32 electrified options. 

Through its Driving Possibilities initiative, the Toyota USA Foundation has committed to creating innovative educational programs within, and in partnership with, historically underserved communities near the company’s U.S. operating sites.   

For more information about Toyota, visit  www.ToyotaNewsroom.com.

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MotionPoint Announces Launch of New Parent Brand MarketFully to Pioneer the First InContent Marketing™ Platform

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COCONUT CREEK, Fla., May 14, 2025 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — MotionPoint, the global leader in website translation technology, today announced the launch of MarketFully, a new parent brand built to transform how companies approach multilingual and multicultural marketing. MarketFully unites the strengths of MotionPoint and its recent acquisitions, Key Content and GetGloby, into a single, integrated platform. All three brands will adopt the “by MarketFully” endorsement while maintaining their distinct brand identities and core operations. They will also gain access to each other’s technologies, innovations, and services to expand their collective capabilities.

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At the core of the MarketFully brand platform is InContent Marketing™, a new category supporting InLanguage, InCulture and InMarket digital content marketing. Through InContent Marketing™, brands can inform, create, translate, manage, and optimize content more effectively and efficiently, helping them build authentic connections with audiences across any language, market, or culture.

What Is InContent Marketing™?

InContent Marketing™ is InLanguage, InCulture, and InMarket digital content marketing, representing the best practices of multilingual and multicultural communications. Built to move far beyond traditional translation, InContent Marketing™ empowers brands to establish and execute a multilingual and multicultural marketing strategy informed by business objectives, audience insights, cultural context, market specifics, and language needs.

The process begins with multilingual and multicultural content intelligence, analyzing market opportunities, audience behavior, and strategic goals to determine what content should be originated, adapted, or translated. Based on this intelligence, brands create net-new digital content, adapt translations where appropriate, and intentionally distribute content across the right digital channels. Real-world performance is continuously measured, with insights fed directly back into refining future strategies, creating a dynamic, data-driven cycle of continuous improvement and deeper audience connection.

By combining intelligence, content creation or translation, content distribution, and performance measurement into a unified multilingual strategy, InContent Marketing™ ensures that brands deliver digital experiences that drive meaningful engagement and fuel scalable growth across any market, in any language.

“MarketFully becomes the catalyst to deliver the first purpose-built multilingual and multicultural content marketing platform in the world, the InContent Marketing™ platform,” said Evan Kramer, CEO of MotionPoint and MarketFully. “By bringing together our translation technology, AI-driven transcreation solutions, and multilingual content expertise, we can support brands at every stage of their global and domestic expansion.”

Purpose-Built for Global and Domestic Multilingual Growth

MarketFully is designed to help brands grow across both global and domestic multilingual and multicultural markets. Whether reaching U.S. Hispanic audiences, French speakers in Canada, or diverse communities across Europe, LATAM, and Asia, MarketFully empowers companies to connect authentically with audiences wherever they are and in whatever language or culture they prefer.

Why Was MarketFully Created to Bring InContent Marketing™ to Life?

MarketFully was built to solve a gap that translation and localization alone cannot close, helping brands move beyond one-off translation projects and into complete strategies that drive business results. Instead of treating translation as a standalone task, MarketFully helps companies build comprehensive multilingual content strategies, turning localized websites, for example, into high-performing digital experiences powered by culturally relevant, intentional marketing that delivers measurable outcomes.

“MotionPoint has long made it easy for companies to translate and localize digital experiences,” said Pablo Navascués, Managing Director of Key Content. “But translation alone is not enough. To drive real ROI, companies must use content to increase traffic and conversions, as well as to support their brand and reputation. Most organizations struggle to attribute revenue to translated sites because they do not apply the same marketing intensity and strategic focus. With InContent Marketing™, we’ll help brands close that gap and maximize the full potential of their multilingual digital investments.”

By uniting MotionPoint, GetGloby, and Key Content under one platform, MarketFully enables brands to activate the full potential of InContent Marketing™, creating, translating, and optimizing content that is truly InLanguage, InCulture, and InMarket.

Each brand plays a distinct and essential role:

  • MotionPoint provides the translation technology, Adaptive Translation™, and website localization expertise that make it effortless to produce and publish multilingual digital content at scale.
  • Key Content specializes in multilingual content origination, SEO, and digital storytelling, helping brands create net-new content designed specifically for each audience. With the technology and support of MotionPoint and GetGloby, Key Content’s production speed, impact, and scalability are exponentially amplified.
  • GetGloby’s purpose-built content marketing technology strengthens both MotionPoint’s Adaptive Translation™ and Key Content’s services by enabling more efficient, culturally precise, and performance-driven localized digital marketing efforts.

Together, these integrated capabilities provide brands with the intelligence, creation, translation, distribution, and performance optimization needed to win in multilingual and multicultural markets.

“As MarketFully’s private equity partner, we’re proud to support the vision behind bringing MotionPoint, GetGloby, and Key Content together,” said Richard Erickson, Partner at Lightview Capital. “MarketFully creates a true end-to-end solution for brands looking to lead in an increasingly multilingual and multicultural world.”

By combining these strengths, MarketFully empowers brands to move beyond translation and truly activate multilingual growth.

The Future of InContent Marketing™

MarketFully will continue to seek additional investment to expand its platform’s technology and services. Extension services launching in 2025 will include global social media management, AI-driven search optimization, and the introduction of custom brand LLMs powered by agentic AI.

“We’re already developing the next generation of technology to fuel the future of InContent Marketing™,” said Diego Antista, Co-Founder of GetGloby. “From AI-powered brand LLMs to intelligent content creation technology, we’re focused on helping brands connect more authentically and scale more efficiently across every language, culture, and market.”

MarketFully also plans to make additional acquisitions in 2025 to further round out its vision of redefining how brands create, distribute, and optimize multilingual and multicultural digital content marketing.

About MarketFully

MarketFully is the first purpose-built multilingual marketing platform designed to deliver InContent Marketing™ — digital marketing that is InLanguage, InCulture, and InMarket. As the parent brand of MotionPoint, GetGloby, and Key Content, MarketFully unites translation technology, AI-driven transcreation, and multilingual content marketing services into a single, integrated platform. By combining innovative technology with human expertise, MarketFully empowers brands to create, optimize, and scale digital experiences that drive authentic connections across global and domestic markets. For more information, visit www.marketfully.com.

About MotionPoint

MotionPoint is the global leader in website translation technology, empowering businesses to create, maintain, and optimize multilingual websites across any platform. By leveraging innovative technology and deep expertise, MotionPoint ensures that brands can connect with their audiences in ways that resonate culturally and linguistically. For more information, visit www.motionpoint.com.

About Key Content

Key Content is a leading multilingual content marketing agency specializing in creating impactful digital content for global audiences. With expertise in SEO, editorial content, and digital storytelling, Key Content helps brands connect authentically with audiences in over 80 markets. To learn more, visit www.keycontent.com.

About GetGloby

GetGloby is content marketing technology purpose-built for multilingual marketing to help inform, create, manage, and optimize InLanguage, InCulture, and InMarket content at scale. Designed by former Google executives, GetGloby’s Jaga AI technology ensures marketing creatives can be localized while preserving brand intent and cultural resonance — unlocking growth with unprecedented speed and accuracy. For more information, visit www.getgloby.ai.

About Lightview Capital

Lightview Capital is a leading private equity firm focused on investing in founder-owned companies in the business services and tech-enabled services industries. Lightview partners with its portfolio companies by providing deep industry knowledge, insightful experience, and active resources to unlock growth and drive value. Lightview Capital’s investment style combines deep operational expertise with an entrepreneurial spirit that delivers measurable results. For more information, visit www.lightviewcapital.com.

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March of Dimes and Pampers® Award Scholarships to Nursing Students

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ARLINGTON, Va., May 14, 2025 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/– Six exceptional nursing students are being recognized with March of Dimes Nursing Scholarships for their bold commitment to improving the health of moms and babies. With generous support from Pampers®, a March of Dimes partner for more than 25 years, the 2025 March of Dimes Nursing Scholarship Awards provide $10,000 to each recipient whose work tackles the maternal and infant health crisis and championing better health outcomes in communities across the US.

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“I’m continually inspired by the dedication of nurses who choose to focus their careers on improving care for moms and babies,” said Cindy Rahman, President and CEO of March of Dimes. “These recipients represent the future of maternal and infant health—leaders who understand the challenges firsthand and are committed to making sure families everywhere have a healthy start. We’re thankful to Pampers for being such a committed partner in this work, and we’re proud to stand alongside these scholars as they build the skills and knowledge that will change lives.”

The United States is the most dangerous high-income country to give birth.  According to the CDC, over 80 percent of pregnancy-related deaths in the US are preventable. Through the Nursing Scholarship program, March of Dimes and Pampers are working together to strengthen the maternal and infant health workforce and help close gaps in care.

“It’s in Pampers’ DNA to care for the health and happiness of every baby, and we know that we can’t fully live out our brand purpose without first addressing the foundation – a healthy and happy parent. We are proud to partner with March of Dimes to support incredible nurses and midwives who dedicate themselves to the care of moms and babies,” said Alissa Fitzgibbons, P&G Baby Care Senior Communications Director. “By investing in their education and professional growth, we honor their commitment to nurturing families and enhancing the future of maternal and infant health.”

2025 March of Dimes Nursing Scholarship Recipients

Graduate Nursing Scholarships

These awards recognize registered nurses enrolled in graduate-level nursing programs and committed to advancing maternal and infant health.

  • Katie Page, CNM, FACNM, University of Colorado College of Nursing, PhD Program
    Margaret Comerford Freda Award Winner
    “I am deeply committed to advancing maternal and infant health through research and policy that drive meaningful change in care delivery. This scholarship allows me to continue shaping healthcare systems to better serve families nationwide.”
  • Karie E. Stewart, MPH, CNM, FACNM, University of Illinois, Chicago, PhD Program
    “As a Certified Nurse Midwife, public health professional, and PhD student, my doctoral research is not just academic, it’s a mission rooted in lived experiences and a drive to dismantle the systemic barriers that disproportionately impact Black moms and babies. This scholarship will elevate the visibility of innovative and community-driven solutions.”

Nurse Midwifery Scholarships

These awards support students in accredited nurse-midwifery programs who work to expand access to midwifery care and post-partum support.

  • Hana Hamdi, Yale University, MSN Midwifery Program
    “I’m committed to bridging clinical practice with public health advocacy- expanding midwifery-led primary care, strengthening postpartum support, and ensuring birth centers are adequately resourced. This scholarship from March of Dimes affirms that vision.”
  • Nicole Haas-Loomis, Vanderbilt University, MSN Midwifery Program
    “I’m committed to expanding access to midwifery care and addressing maternal and infant health disparities through culturally competent, trauma-informed, and evidence-based care. This scholarship will enable me to continue my work as a midwife, educator, and advocate, ensuring every birthing person receives dignified, patient-centered care.”

Undergraduate Nursing Scholarships

These awards support undergraduate students who are pursuing careers in maternal and infant health.

  • Michael Lopez, University of Miami, BSN Program
    “My journey has been fueled by a deep commitment to maternal and infant health. The values of March of Dimes align closely with my passion for addressing healthcare disparities among moms and infants, and receiving this scholarship will enable me to gain expertise in neonatal nursing.”
  • Bethany Cooper, Avila University, BSN Program
    “I’ve dedicated my life to improving maternal health, from global doula work to childbirth education for refugees. Receiving this scholarship will enable me to refine my skills so I can provide life-changing care to others.”

To learn more about March of Dimes Nursing Scholarships, visit:
marchofdimes.org/nursingscholarships

About March of Dimes
March of Dimes leads the fight for the health of all moms and babies. We support research, education, and advocacy, and provide programs and services so that every family can get the best possible start. Since 1938, we’ve built a successful legacy to support every pregnant person and every family. Visit marchofdimes.org or nacersano.org for more information.

ABOUT PAMPERS
For over 60 years, parents have trusted Pampers to care for their babies. Pampers is a part of The Procter & Gamble Company (NYSE:PG) and is the #1-selling diaper worldwide. Every day, more than 25 million babies in 100 countries around the world wear Pampers. Pampers offers a complete range of diapers, wipes and training underwear designed to provide protection and comfort for every stage of a baby’s development. Visit www.pampers.com to learn more about Pampers products, join the Pampers Rewards program, and find information to help you and your baby ‘love the change’ together.

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Live View of Sleeping Beauty Castle for the 70th Celebration at Disneyland Resort in Southern California

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•  Disneyland Resort 70th Celebration officially begins Friday, May 16, 2025 

 

ANAHEIM, Calif., May 15, 2025 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — The Disneyland Resort 70th Celebration begins tomorrow, May 16, 2025, for a limited time, honoring seven decades of The Happiest Place on Earth with festivities across the resort. Guests can “celebrate happy” with new entertainment, colorful décor, specialty food and beverages, merchandise and more. The fun kicks off in advance of the resort’s official anniversary on July 17.

The Disneyland Resort 70th Celebration entertainment will inspire guests to sing along and dance. “Paint the Night” parade makes a comeback to Disneyland Park, featuring more than a million LED lights. At Disney California Adventure Park, the all-new nighttime spectacular “World of Color Happiness!” is inspired by Walt Disney’s words from the opening day dedication of Disneyland: “To all who come to this happy place… welcome!” Additional entertainment highlights include the return of the daytime parade, “Better Together: A Pixar Pals Celebration!”, and the nighttime spectacular, “Wondrous Journeys.”

The entire resort will be decorated in bold blue, magenta and purple colors with golden accents. Mickey Mouse, Minnie Mouse and some of their pals are dressed in colorful, new outfits for the celebration. More than 70 new themed food and beverage items will be available during the celebration. Multiple merchandise collections will be released, offering something for all ages and a variety of styles.

About the Disneyland Resort  
Located in Anaheim, Calif., the Disneyland Resort features two spectacular theme parks – Disneyland Park (the original Disney theme park) and Disney California Adventure Park – plus three hotels and the Downtown Disney District dining, entertainment and shopping complex. The Hotels of the Disneyland Resort are Disney’s Grand Californian Hotel & Spa, the Disneyland Hotel – both AAA Four Diamond properties – and Pixar Place Hotel. When it opened on July 17, 1955, Disneyland introduced the world to a new concept in family entertainment and continues to use creativity, technology and innovation to bring storytelling to new heights. Open daily, year-round. For more information, guests can visit Disneyland.com.

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Montefiore Einstein Moses Campus Awarded Landmark $4.5 Million Grant from Mother Cabrini Health Foundation to Advance Nursing Excellence

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BRONX, N.Y., May 14, 2025 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — Montefiore Einstein has announced that its Henry and Lucy Moses Campus has been awarded a transformative $4.5 million grant from the Mother Cabrini Health Foundation, the largest nursing-focused grant received in its history. This landmark investment underscores the Foundation’s ongoing commitment to nursing excellence, quality care, patient safety, and clinical innovation.

Montefiore Einstein is one of only 13 hospitals in New York State selected for this prestigious Nursing Workforce Initiative Grant, part of the Cabrini Foundation’s broader $51 million commitment to enhancing nursing across the state.

“We are deeply honored and excited to receive this substantial support from the Mother Cabrini Health Foundation,” said Maureen Scanlan, MSN, RN, NEA-BC, Senior Vice President & Chief Nurse Executive at Montefiore Einstein. “This generous grant enables us to advance our journey along the Pathway to Excellence®, enhancing mentorship, professional development, and nurse well-being. We remain committed to fostering an empowering environment where nurses thrive, lead with confidence, and deliver consistently high-quality, compassionate care.”

Under the leadership of Maureen Scanlan SVP, Chief Nurse Executive and Maria Arias EdD, RN, Assistant Vice President of the Moses Campus, the grant will advance Montefiore Nursing’s strategic initiatives to achieve the prestigious Pathway to Excellence designation by the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC), reflecting a commitment to supporting positive work environments for nurses and delivering exceptional patient-centered care.

Key areas supported by this funding include:

  • Enhanced mentorship and leadership development pathways
  • Expanded nurse residency program incorporating technology enhanced learning
  • Enhanced wellness initiatives to support nurse well-being
  • Continued professional development through evidence-based practice projects
  • Technology enabled “real-time” feedback systems to facilitate communication between frontline staff and leadership.

Montefiore Einstein’s continued investment in its nursing workforce aims to attract, retain, and empower nurses, nurturing the leaders essential to delivering exceptional patient care and advancing clinical excellence.

About Montefiore Health System

Montefiore Health System is one of New York’s premier academic health systems. It is a recognized leader in providing exceptional quality and personalized, accountable care to approximately three million people in communities across the Bronx, Westchester, and the Hudson Valley. It comprises ten hospitals, including the Children’s Hospital at Montefiore, Burke Rehabilitation Hospital, and over two hundred outpatient ambulatory care sites. The advanced clinical and translational research at its medical school, Albert Einstein College of Medicine, directly informs patient care and improves outcomes. From the Montefiore-Einstein Centers of Excellence in cancer, cardiology and vascular care, pediatrics, and transplantation, to its preeminent school-based health program, Montefiore is a fully integrated healthcare delivery system providing coordinated, comprehensive care to patients and their families. For more information, please visit www.montefioreeinstein.org. Follow us on X, Instagram, and LinkedIn, or view us on Facebook and YouTube.

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Blue Shield of California Recognized as One of the Best Managed Companies in the United States for Sixth Consecutive Year

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Nonprofit health plan earns gold level status for three straight years

OAKLAND, Calif., May 14, 2025 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/– Blue Shield of California has been named as a 2025 US Best Managed Company for the sixth consecutive year and as a Gold Standard winner three years in a row. Sponsored by Deloitte Private and The Wall Street Journal, the program recognizes outstanding U.S. private companies and the successes of their management teams.

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As a 2025 award designee, Blue Shield of California was honored for its focus on driving business while remaining dedicated to its employees and focusing on the nonprofit health plan’s customers. Hundreds of private companies from more than 44 countries were evaluated by an external panel of judges through a rigorous and independent process. The judges selected honorees based on four key areas: strategy, ability to execute, corporate culture and governance/financial performance.

“This is an honor that is shared by each of our more than 7,500 mission-driven employees,” said Mike Stuart, Blue Shield of California’s interim president and CEO. “Earning this distinction for the sixth straight year is further evidence of our ongoing dedication and hard work that our employees demonstrate on a daily basis. I’m proud of our company for receiving this recognition once again.”

Among the U.S. winners, Blue Shield of California was one of 61 winners, one of the 58 returning honorees, one of 44 Gold Standard honorees and one of four winners in the life sciences/health care category. To see the full list of this year’s honorees, click here.

About Blue Shield of California 

Blue Shield of California strives to create a healthcare system worthy of its family and friends that is sustainably affordable. The health plan is a tax paying, nonprofit, independent member of the Blue Shield Association with nearly 6 million members, over 7,500 employees and more than $25 billion in annual revenue. Founded in 1939 in San Francisco and now headquartered in Oakland, Blue Shield of California and its affiliates provide health, dental, vision, Medicaid and Medicare healthcare service plans in California. The company has contributed more than $60 million to Blue Shield of California Foundation in the last three years to have an impact on California communities.

For more news about Blue Shield of California, please visit news.blueshieldca.com. Or follow us on LinkedIn or Facebook.

About the Best Managed Companies Program
The Best Managed Companies program is a mark of excellence for private companies. U.S. designees have revenues of at least $250 million. Hundreds of private companies around the world have competed for this designation in their respective countries through a rigorous and independent process that evaluates four key criteria in their management skills and practices — strategy, execution, culture and governance/financials. U.S. program sponsors are Deloitte Private and The Wall Street Journal. For more information, visit www.usbestmanagedcompanies.com

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Mark Seelig

Blue Shield of California          

510-607-2359 

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THE PREMIER NORTH AMERICA’S 50 BEST RESTAURANTS LIST TO BE UNVEILED IN LAS VEGAS ON SEPTEMBER 25, 2025

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LONDON, May 14, 2025 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — 50 Best announces the inaugural list of North America’s 50 Best Restaurants, sponsored by S.Pellegrino & Acqua Panna, will be unveiled at Wynn Las Vegas on Thursday, September 25, 2025. This live ceremony marks the first time 50 Best debuts a restaurant ranking for the North American continent.

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Las Vegas has long been a city full of world-class hospitality, making it the perfect stage for the first-ever North America’s 50 Best Restaurants awards ceremony,” says William Drew, Director of Content for North America’s 50 Best Restaurants. “We’re thrilled to gather the culinary community of North America in such an iconic location, and we look forward to shining a spotlight on the incredible talent and stories shaping the region’s food culture.”

The awards bring together the best culinary talent spanning North America, culminating in the first-ever announcement of The Best Restaurant in North America. The ceremony will be preceded by special announcements leading up to the awards ceremony, including the Champions of Change Award, Art of Hospitality Award and One To Watch Award. Special Awards will also be revealed on the evening itself, honoring the achievements of individuals and establishments.

“At Wynn Las Vegas, we take immense pride in our dining program and recognize the importance of both cultivating and celebrating culinary talent,” says Brian Gullbrants, COO – Wynn Resorts North America. “We are honored to participate in a one-of-a-kind roster of culinary events showcasing the most renowned chefs in North America.”

The ranking will reflect experiences from 300 expert voters – chefs, restaurateurs, food and beverage journalists, educators and well-travelled gourmets. The anonymous voters are recruited by industry-leading Academy Chairs across eight sub-regions within North America, including: USA Northeast; USA South; USA Midwest; USA West; Canada East; Canada Central; Canada West; and Caribbean (excluding Cuba and Dominican Republic). Members of the 50 Best organization and sponsors do not vote.

The event program for North America’s 50 Best Restaurants will include key events: thought-leadership forum #50BestTalks, exploring pertinent hospitality topics; an official 50 Best Press Conference with industry leaders; a Chefs’ Feast showcasing the finest ingredients and cooking techniques and the awards ceremony and countdown itself.

For more information on North America’s 50 Best Restaurants visit: https://www.theworlds50best.com/northamerica

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James Reed Joins Banner as Operating Partner & Senior Advisor

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SALT LAKE CITY, May 12, 2025 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — Banner Capital Management, LLC (“Banner”), a private equity firm focused on partnering with founder-led and family-owned businesses in the lower middle market, today announced the appointment of James Reed as an Operating Partner & Senior Advisor.

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In this role, Mr. Reed will help lead and coordinate Banner’s value creation efforts in close collaboration with portfolio company leadership. He will also serve as Chairman of Banner’s Operations Group & Advisor Network, and as Executive Chairman of Western Pavement Services, a recently announced Banner portfolio company.

Mr. Reed brings more than 25 years of experience in executive and financial leadership across industries including transportation, technology, and financial services. His past roles include leadership positions at Walmart, Intel, EMC, T-Mobile, and J.P. Morgan Chase.

He previously led publicly traded USA Truck, where he spent nearly six years as Chief Executive Officer and served as Chief Financial Officer prior to that. During his tenure, he led a successful turnaround of the business, culminating in the company’s acquisition by German transportation firm D.B. Schenker in September 2022.

He holds an MBA in Finance from Brigham Young University.

“We’re thrilled to welcome James to our team,” said Tanner Ainge, Founder & CEO of Banner. “At Banner, our top priority is to be true partners—supporting management teams with new challenges while preserving the unique characteristics that have made them successful historically. That means taking a collaborative and customized approach to value creation. James brings the experience, humility, and leadership style that aligns with this philosophy.”

“I’m passionate about making a positive impact and helping others reach their full potential,” said Mr. Reed. “At this stage in my career, I’m excited to work with the Banner team and its portfolio companies—particularly those embarking on their first chapter with institutional capital. I look forward to helping these businesses grow and create enduring value.”

About Banner
Banner Capital Management, LLC is a private equity firm focused on investing in family-owned and founder-led businesses in the Western United States. The firm targets the services, consumer, industrial and healthcare sectors. As of December 31, 2024, the firm has $522.5 million in assets under management (AUM).

For more information, visit www.bannercap.com.

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Meijer Dropping Prices on More than 70 Summer Grocery Staples

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Meijer is a Grand Rapids, Mich.-based retailer that operates 241 supercenters throughout Michigan, Ohio, Indiana, Illinois, Kentucky and Wisconsin. A privately-owned and family-operated company since 1934, Meijer pioneered the “one-stop shopping” concept and has evolved through the years to include expanded fresh produce and meat departments, as well as pharmacies, comprehensive apparel departments, pet departments, garden centers, toys and electronics.

GRAND RAPIDS, Mich., May 12, 2025 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — Meijer is dropping prices on more than 70 Meijer brand grocery essentials this summer to help customers who continue to feel the pinch of inflation. Items included in the 10-week promotion, which offers discounts up to 60 percent off, include Meijer brand food and drinks popular with Midwest families during the summer months: hot dog and burger buns, potato chips, lemonade, freezer pops, ingredients to make s’mores and canned goods for summer picnics like baked beans.

Meijer is a Grand Rapids, Mich.-based retailer that operates 241 supercenters throughout Michigan, Ohio, Indiana, Illinois, Kentucky and Wisconsin. A privately-owned and family-operated company since 1934, Meijer pioneered the “one-stop shopping” concept and has evolved through the years to include expanded fresh produce and meat departments, as well as pharmacies, comprehensive apparel departments, pet departments, garden centers, toys and electronics.

“Meijer understands customers are looking for value now more than ever before, especially during the summer months of cookouts, camping, and kids home from school,” said Don Sanderson, Chief Merchandising & Marketing Officer. “This promotion underscores our dedication to bringing ‘more good to life’ at great prices, ensuring families can find affordable and reliable options across every aisle.”  

Discounted prices are valid from May 11 through July 19. A few of the Meijer brand items included in the summer promotion include:

  • Freezer pops, 24-pack: $1.99
  • Graham crackers: $2
  • Chocolate bar 6-pack: $4
  • Marshmallows: $1
  • Quenchers enhanced water, 1-liter: $0.69
  • Hot dog and hamburger buns, 8-count: $1.39
  • Bottled purified water 24-pack: $2.99
  • Lemonade, 52 oz.: $1.99
  • Canned maple cured baked beans, 28 oz., $1.69

For additional savings, Meijer encourages customers to use mPerks, the Meijer app that allows customers to earn points on every dollar spent. These points can be redeemed for in-store coupons or used for additional savings on fuel at Meijer Express gas stations. Additionally, the mPerks program allows customers to earn savings on the products they purchase most in the “hand-picked offers” section of coupons in the app. Customers can find all items included in the promotion at meijer.com.

About Meijer: Meijer is a privately owned, family-operated retailer that serves customers at more than 500 supercenters, grocery stores, neighborhood markets, and express locations throughout the Midwest. As the pioneer of the one-stop shopping concept, more than 70,000 Meijer team members work hard to deliver a friendly, seamless in-store and online shopping experience featuring an assortment of fresh foods, high-quality apparel, household essentials, and health and wellness products and services. Meijer is consistently recognized as a Great Place to Work and annually donates at least 6 percent of its profit to strengthen its communities. Additional information on the company can be found by visiting newsroom.meijer.com

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Prominent Leaders Honored at CHLI Annual Gala in Washington

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WASHINGTON, May 12, 2025 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — An influential group of leaders and policymakers gathered at the Waldorf Astoria Hotel to celebrate leadership, service, and achievement within the Hispanic community at the Congressional Hispanic Leadership Institute’s (CHLI) 21st Annual Gala and Leadership Awards.

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The event recognized individuals who have made a profound impact on Hispanic communities through their commitment to leadership, community, and diversity of thought. — values that anchor CHLI’s mission.

“CHLI was honored to recognize the remarkable achievements of President Luis Abinader Corona, Secretary of State Marco Rubio, Representatives Maria Elvira Salazar and Juan Vargas, and CHLI alumnus Keith Fernandez,” said CHLI Chairwoman, The Honorable Ileana Ros-Lehtinen. “Each of this year’s honorees embodies CHLI’s enduring commitment to freedom and the powerful values of family, community, and leadership that guide our mission.”

President Abinader Corona received the CHLI Founders International Leadership Award in recognition of his leadership on behalf of the Dominican Republic’s diaspora and his efforts to strengthen ties with the U.S. “The United States has been a key ally,” Abinader Corona said. “From the beginning of my term in 2020, I underscored the importance of our relationship, saying: ‘We are going to strengthen our strategic relationship with the United States, our main trading partner and home to two million of our fellow citizens.'”

Secretary of State Rubio was honored with the CHLI Lifetime Leadership Award for his longstanding contributions to public service. Reflecting on his career path, Rubio said, “I can tell you with certainty that I don’t believe that I could have had, not only the success, but the opportunity, had it not been for the fact that I had an opportunity to intern or to volunteer. And I do think as much as anything else, when you talk about CHLI, what you are talking about is the empowerment of young people who have a desire to in some way contribute to public service.”

U.S. Representative Maria Elvira Salazar was awarded the CHLI Leadership in Public Service Award and dedicated the honor to the late Honorable Lincoln Diaz-Balart, the founding chairman of CHLI. “His vision for CHLI was to uplift Hispanic voices in public service and create a forum for people like you and me to debate our ideas and showcase them to the country. It’s what I try to do every day as a Member of Congress—to fight for our communities, fight for the issues impacting our families, and make your lives just a little bit easier.”

Rep. Juan Vargas, who also received the Leadership in Public Service Award, reflected on his journey as the son of Mexican immigrants. “I’m honored to receive the CHLI 2025 Leadership in Public Service Award,” Vargas said. “As the proud son of Mexican immigrants, I believe in the American Dream. My parents worked hard to provide opportunities for their children and make sure we knew we could achieve anything we set our mind to. In Congress, I’m committed to supporting the next generation of Latino leaders and ensuring everyone in this country has a shot at achieving their own American Dream.”

Keith Fernandez, former president of the CHLI Alumni Association, received the CHLI Ambassador Award for his work in fostering future leaders and professionals. “I’m humbled to receive the 2025 CHLI Ambassador Award and am deeply grateful to Chairwoman Ileana Ros-Lehtinen, the CHLI Board, CHLI’s President and CEO Mary Ann Gomez Orta, and CHLI alumni for this wonderful honor,” Fernandez said. “Thanks to the leadership and vision of CHLI’s founding Chairman, the Honorable Lincoln Diaz-Balart, hundreds of Hispanic men and women are able to experience life-changing internships and launch careers in public service, nonprofit advocacy, and business.”

The gala attracted a wide array of elected officials, civic and corporate leaders, diplomats, and international guests. Sponsors of the event included Comcast NBCUniversal | Telemundo, Capital One, Altria Client Services, Amazon, American Airlines, Haleon, PMI | U.S., T-Mobile, and Wells Fargo. The funds from the Annual Awards Gala go to support CHLI’s Leadership Development programs – including the CHLI Global Leaders internship, communications internship, Summer Law Fellowship and The Lincoln Diaz-Balart Public Service Fellowship.

For sponsorship opportunities, please contact Maytee Sanz, Director of Philanthropy and External Affairs, at [email protected].

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The Congressional Hispanic Leadership Institute (CHLI) is the premier organization founded by former Members of Congress to advance economic prosperity with a focus on social responsibility and global competitiveness. CHLI is dedicated to advancing the Hispanic community’s diversity of thought and fostering a broad awareness of the heritage, interests, and views of Americans of Hispanic and Portuguese descent.

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With Immigration Enforcement Rising in Texas, Sigo Seguros Launches ‘Drive Without Fear’ to Educate Undocumented Drivers

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At a glance:

  • Initiative: “Drive Without Fear” campaign to educate undocumented immigrants on their rights while driving.
  • Key Focus: Providing accessible, crucial information to help undocumented individuals navigate traffic stops and driving-related interactions.
  • Resources: Informational materials covering legal rights, safe driving practices, and emergency preparedness.
  • Mission: Sigo Seguros is committed to transparency, fairness, and accessibility in auto insurance, removing barriers for underserved communities.

SAN ANTONIO, May 13, 2025 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — Sigo Seguros, an auto insurance provider dedicated to serving diverse communities, proudly announces the launch of its “Drive Without Fear” initiative, aiming to empower undocumented individuals with essential knowledge about their rights on the road, ensuring they feel safer and more prepared when driving. The initiative comes at a time of increased uncertainty for immigrant communities, as evolving policies and heightened enforcement efforts have created a growing need for accessible, reliable legal and safety information.

As part of the initiative, Sigo Seguros has developed educational materials designed to equip undocumented drivers with clear, actionable guidance. The information is being disseminated through local organizations such as Prosper West, SAGE, and Avenida Guadelupe, providing detailed instructions on what to do in various driving situations.

The educational resources emphasize the importance of always carrying essential documents, such as a driver’s license when applicable, vehicle registration, and proof of insurance, to ensure compliance with state regulations. In the event of being pulled over, drivers are advised to stay calm, keep their hands visible, and provide only the required documents while exercising their right to remain silent to avoid self-incrimination. If detained, individuals are encouraged to contact a trusted immigration lawyer immediately, remain silent, and refrain from signing any documents without legal representation. The campaign also promotes proactive preparedness, urging drivers to familiarize themselves with their rights in advance, save a trusted attorney’s contact information, and ensure their family members know what steps to take if they are detained.

Unlike many traditional insurance companies, Sigo does not require a U.S. driver’s license to obtain coverage. Any form of valid identification—such as a passport, consular ID, or even a library card—can be used to secure auto insurance. In addition, they require no credit score, which ensures that more individuals, regardless of their immigration status, have access to the coverage they need to drive legally and with peace of mind.

Sigo Seguros believes deeply in continuing to integrate its mission and values into the San Antonio community in a rich culture with which it so passionately aligns. The company has become a supporter of the growth of the city, underserved individuals and families, as well as charitable initiatives. The team connected with Avenida Guadalupe and its charitable giving efforts beginning in 2024, along with other non-profit and community-empowering efforts.

For more about Sigo Seguros visit sigoseguros.com

About Sigo Seguros

Sigo Seguros is an inclusive, auto insurance provider dedicated to serving traditionally underserved communities. The company prioritizes transparency, fairness, and accessibility, eliminating common barriers such as credit checks and hidden fees that often prevent individuals from securing affordable insurance. With Spanish-language support and a mobile-first experience, Sigo Seguros ensures that all drivers, regardless of background, can obtain the coverage they need with confidence and ease. By championing equitable access to insurance and advocating for the rights of all drivers, Sigo Seguros is paving the way for a more inclusive and secure driving experience.

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BofA to Open 150 Financial Centers by 2027, Investing Over $5 Billion in its Network Since 2016

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New flagship financial center at 2 Bryant Park in New York City

Continuing its expansion, company to open centers in Boise, Idaho and 60 other markets

CHARLOTTE, N.C., May 13, 2025 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — Bank of America will open more than 150 new financial centers across 60 markets by the end of 2027, including 40 this year and an additional 70 in 2026. Since 2016, Bank of America has invested over $5 billion in its financial centers network, opening new locations and renovating existing centers.

Exterior of Bank of America’s newest financial center at 2 Bryant Park

“Our continued investment in our financial center network reflects our commitment to meeting our clients where they are and how they want to bank with us,” said Holly O’Neill, President, Consumer, Retail and Preferred at Bank of America. “We are focused on creating spaces where financial specialists can meet with clients and help them achieve their financial goals.”

New flagship center
Bank of America has just opened a new flagship financial center at 2 Bryant Park in New York City. The center is designed for clients to connect with financial specialists, or have informal meetings, capturing the spirit of Bryant Park’s famous tables and chairs which have hosted gatherings for New Yorkers and visitors for decades. The center also features a one-of-a-kind art installation by a NY-based artist portraying the perpetual motion of finance and the city, and how the bank helps bring together all its services for clients.

Idaho Expansion
Bank of America continues to expand into markets where it can extend its reach to clients. The bank currently serves consumer, small business, wealth management and corporate clients throughout Idaho and will soon open four financial centers serving Boise, the first of which will open June 9 in Nampa, Idaho.

“Opening centers in Boise is an exciting milestone and reflects our commitment to bringing first-class financial services to more communities,” said Will Smayda, Head of Financial Centers for Bank of America. “We’re proud to support local economies by creating jobs and fostering long-term relationships with clients and their communities.”Más de una década de expansión e inversion

More than a decade of expansion and investment
Since 2014, Bank of America has steadily expanded its financial center network, entering into 11 new markets, the most recent being Louisville in 2024. The company has also opened 471 financial centers in existing markets since 2016 reflecting trends in how and where clients choose to engage with the bank.

Last year, the bank completed renovations to more than 3,000 centers – with over 500 additional renovations planned over the next two years. Through a partnership with ArtLifting, over 1,600 financial centers now feature artwork by artists living with disabilities or impacted by housing insecurity.

New sign language service for clients
Earlier this year, the bank launched a service to provide on-demand American Sign Language (ASL) interpreters over video in all financial centers. Clients can connect with an ASL interpreter free of charge by scanning a QR code, allowing them to discuss their financial needs using ASL with a financial specialist.

Serving more clients in more places
Bank of America currently provides banking access to nearly 250 million people across more than 200 markets, or approximately 82% of the U.S. population. Nearly 30% of the bank’s financial centers are in low- and moderate-income communities.

With more than 90% of client interactions taking place through the bank’s digital channels, the bank’s financial centers have adapted to focus on meeting spaces where clients can have in-depth conversations about their finances.

In the past year, clients have made approximately 10 million appointments with financial specialists in financial centers.

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Bank of America is one of the world’s leading financial institutions, serving individual consumers, small and middle-market businesses and large corporations with a full range of banking, investing, asset management and other financial and risk management products and services. The company provides unmatched convenience in the United States, serving approximately 69 million consumer and small business clients with approximately 3,700 retail financial centers, approximately 15,000 ATMs (automated teller machines) and award-winning digital banking with approximately 59 million verified digital users. Bank of America is a global leader in wealth management, corporate and investment banking and trading across a broad range of asset classes, serving corporations, governments, institutions and individuals around the world. Bank of America offers industry-leading support to approximately 4 million small business households through a suite of innovative, easy-to-use online products and services. The company serves clients through operations across the United States, its territories and more than 35 countries. Bank of America Corporation stock is listed on the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE: BAC).

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Candles by Rob Chin hangs in a Bank of America financial center in Brooklyn, NY.

 

Bank of America clients can now use their phones to connect with America Sign Language interpreters.

 

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What Should You Document After a Motor Vehicle Collision in Florida to Support Your Claim for Injuries?

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Dennis Hernandez Injury Attorneys recommends taking photographs of the vehicles and the crash scene at the time of the collision.

TAMPA BAY, Fla., May 12, 2025 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — Being involved in a Florida car accident can be overwhelming. You may be dealing with painful injuries, vehicle damage, and the emotional shock of the crash. However, the actions you take immediately after the accident can directly affect your ability to recover full compensation. As any experienced Dennis Hernandez accident lawyer or personal injury attorney will tell you, proper documentation is one of the most effective ways to protect your legal rights when filing a motor vehicle accident insurance claim. Collecting the right evidence strengthens your claim and increases your chances of recovering damages for medical expenses, lost wages, and pain and suffering. We’ll explain what to document after a Florida car accident, what types of evidence support a personal injury claim, and how your car accident lawyer can use this information to build a strong case on your behalf.

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What Should You Do First After a Car Accident in Florida?

Understanding what to do after a car accident in Florida is crucial for protecting your rights and supporting your claim. After ensuring everyone is safe and calling emergency services, begin documenting the scene. If you’re physically able to do so, take the following key steps to take after a car accident in Florida:

  • Take accident scene photos and videos of the accident scene, including damage to all vehicles, road conditions, traffic signs, skid marks, and any injuries.
  • Capture wide shots to show context and close-ups for details.
  • Photograph vehicle license plates and any identifying features.

Your phone’s camera is a valuable tool—use it generously to record anything that may later be useful for your case and the car accident claim procedure.

Why Is Collecting Contact and Insurance Information Important for Your Case?

The Florida traffic crash driver information exchange is a critical part of the accident claims process. Exchange contact and insurance information with the other driver(s), and be sure to gather:

  • Full names and phone numbers
  • Driver’s license numbers
  • Insurance details (company name and policy number)
  • Vehicle make, model, and license plate numbers

Also, if there are any witnesses nearby, ask for their names and contact information. Independent witness statements can significantly help verify your account of what happened and support your Florida car accident injury claim.

How Can a Police Report Help Your Accident Lawyer?

Many people wonder, “Do you need a police report to file an insurance claim in Florida?” While it’s not always mandatory, a police report for a car accident in Florida can be invaluable. The responding officer will create an official car accident report, which is often a critical piece of evidence in personal injury claims. Make note of the officer’s name and badge number, and ask how you can obtain a copy of the report. In Florida, most police reports are available online within a few days, adhering to Florida accident reporting requirements.

Why Should You Write Down Your Own Account of the Crash?

Memories fade quickly, especially in stressful situations. As soon as you’re able, write down everything you remember about the accident:

  • Time and location
  • Weather and road conditions
  • What you saw, heard, and felt
  • Actions of the other driver before the crash

This personal statement can serve as a valuable reference for your attorney later on, especially when dealing with an at-fault accident in Florida.

What Documents Should You Save After a Florida Car Crash?

Documenting car accident injuries and keeping thorough records is essential for your claim. Keep a dedicated folder—physical or digital—for any documents related to the accident, including:

  • Car accident medical records and bills
  • Car repair estimates and receipts
  • Insurance company correspondence
  • Lost wage records

This level of organization makes it easier for your attorney to present a clear, comprehensive case when negotiating a settlement or pursuing a lawsuit under Florida car accident laws.

Should You Post About Your Car Accident on Social Media?

Even if you’re documenting everything for legal purposes, avoid sharing photos or statements about the accident on social media. Insurance companies may monitor your posts and try to use them to dispute your claim during the negotiation process.

Is Dennis Hernandez Injury Attorneys the best law firm for me?

At Dennis Hernandez & Associates, we understand how overwhelming the aftermath of a car accident can be. That’s why we’re here to guide you through every step of your legal journey, including the complexities of a Florida truck accident claim if applicable. When you document the accident thoroughly, you give your legal team the foundation they need to fight for the compensation you deserve.

Remember, there’s a statute of limitations for filing car accident claims in Florida, so prompt reporting and seeking legal assistance is crucial. Our experienced insurance adjusters and attorneys can help you navigate the claims process, deal with insurance coverage issues, and ensure you receive appropriate PIP benefits and compensation for bodily injury and property damage liability.

“There is great importance for, after a crash, you to do these things: Call 911 and be seen by a medical doctor right away; take extensive photos of the scene of the crash and all of the vehicles involved in the crash; have law enforcement called to the scene to report the crash; do not speak with the insurance company about your injuries; contact Dennis Hernandez Injury Attorneys at 855-529-3366, 813-250-0000 or visit us at dennishernandez.com

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Dennis Hernandez & Associates, P.A. is a Florida-based personal injury law firm dedicated to helping accident victims recover the compensation they deserve. With a strong record of success and a commitment to aggressive representation, the firm handles a wide range of personal injury cases, including car accidents, wrongful death, and more. Founded by attorney Dennis Hernandez, the firm combines experience, compassion, and legal excellence to protect clients’ rights across the state. Learn more at https://www.dennishernandez.com/

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KIA AMERICA’S “ACCELERATE THE GOOD” DEALER MATCH PROGRAM RAISES MORE THAN $4.6 MILLION FOR NON-PROFITS NATIONWIDE IN 2024

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Kia America‘s “Accelerate the Good” Dealer Match program raised a total of $4.6 million in 2024, including donations totaling more than $1.5 million each to No Kid Hungry® and St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital®. Credit: New York Stock Exchange (NYSE).

IRVINE, Calif., May 12, 2025 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — Kia America today announced through its “Accelerate the Good” Dealer Match program, the company and its nationwide network of retailers raised a total of $4.6 million for non-profit organizations in 2024, including donations totaling more than $1.5 million each to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital® and No Kid Hungry®. Now in its fourth year, the initiative continues to provide critical support for a wide variety of causes across the United States.

Kia America‘s “Accelerate the Good” Dealer Match program raised a total of $4.6 million in 2024, including donations totaling more than $1.5 million each to No Kid Hungry® and St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital®. Credit: New York Stock Exchange (NYSE).

“At Kia America, our commitment to community remains strong,” said SeungKyu (Sean) Yoon, president and CEO of Kia North America and Kia America. “Our ‘Accelerate the Good’ initiative continues to provide meaningful support to those in need. We are especially proud to continue our support of the lifesaving efforts of St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, No Kid Hungry and the meaningful work of dozens of other nonprofit organizations nationwide.”

Donations were provided to the following organizations:

  • American Red Cross
  • Covenant House
  • Operation Homefront
  • Petfinder Foundation
  • No Kid Hungry Campaign
  • St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital
  • Toys for Tots

Kia also partnered with local organizations across the U.S., including food banks, children’s hospitals, and shelters. These efforts are part of the broader “Accelerate the Good” platform which has delivered more than $30 million in total donations since 2019. The initiative also includes employee-led volunteer efforts such as food pantry service, beach cleanups, clothing drives, and the supply of art kits to hospitalized children.

Kia continues to invest in long-term impact through scholarships for underserved students, and grants supporting environmental innovation, ocean conservation, and animal welfare.

Kia America – about us

Headquartered in Irvine, California, Kia America continues to top automotive quality surveys. Kia is recognized as one of the TIME World’s Most Sustainable Companies of 2024. Kia serves as the “Official Automotive Partner” of the NBA and WNBA and offers a range of gasoline, hybrid, plug-in hybrid, and electric vehicles sold through a network of nearly 800 dealers in the U.S., including several cars and SUVs proudly assembled in America*. 

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* Select trims of the 2025 all-electric EV6 and EV9 all-electric three-row SUV, Sportage (excludes HEV and PHEV models), Sorento (excludes HEV and PHEV models), and Telluride are assembled in the United States from U.S. and globally sourced parts. 

Kia America‘s “Accelerate the Good” Dealer Match program raised a total of $4.6 million in 2024, including donations totaling more than $1.5 million each to No Kid Hungry® and St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital®. Credit: New York Stock Exchange (NYSE).

 

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Crowley’s Copán Expands Shipping Capabilities for U.S., Central America and Caribbean

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JACKSONVILLE, Fla., May 12, 2025 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — Copán, the second vessel in Crowley’s Avance Class fleet of LNG-powered containerships, has begun its inaugural commercial operations from the Port of Jacksonville, Florida (JAXPORT), further expanding the company’s capacity and enhancing speed of ocean shipping for the Caribbean Basin.

Named for one of the most important archaeological sites of the Mayan civilization in Honduras, Copán was specifically designed to quickly and frequently deliver cargo while using lower emission liquefied natural gas (LNG) for fuel.

These capabilities make the Avance Class vessels — pronounced in Spanish “ah-bahn-seh” with the English meaning of advance — uniquely suited to quickly transport perishable goods like food and pharmaceuticals, as well as retail products, apparel, breakbulk cargo between the U.S., Central America and the Dominican Republic. The 1,400-TEU (20-foot equivalent units) ships can serve diverse container sizes for dry cargo and feature capacity for 300 refrigerated containers in their weekly port calls.

Copán and its sister ships continue our investments to innovate our frequent and fast ocean carrier capabilities to meeting the critical needs of customer in the U.S., Central America and the Dominican Republic,” said Brett Bennett, senior vice president and general manager, Crowley Logistics. “These vessels build on Crowley’s decades-long commitment for diverse and robust supply chain solutions in the Caribbean Basin while advancing LNG as a solution in the maritime industry’s ongoing energy transition.”

With its name, Copán and its sister ships embody Central America’s rich cultural heritage while reflecting the beauty and significance of this extraordinary part of the world. Not far from the border with Guatemala, Copán is a former citadel with public squares that reveal its three main stages of development before the city was abandoned in the early 10th Century.

Crowley initiated service of the first ship in its Avance Class, Quetzal, in April, and two more ships are expected to initiate service this year under charter with Eastern Pacific Shipping.

About Crowley
Crowley is a private-held, U.S.-owned and -operated maritime, energy and logistics solutions company. For more than 130 years, its portfolio of businesses has provided innovative ocean and land transportation services for the commercial and government sectors. As a global ship owner and operator, Crowley serves 36 nations and island territories and is one of the leading employers of U.S. mariners. Visit www.crowley.com to learn more.

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Parkland Reports 2025 First Quarter Results

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CALGARY, AB, May 5, 2025 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — Parkland Corporation (“Parkland”, “we”, the “Company”, or “our”) (TSX: PKI), today announced its full financial and operating results for the three months ended March 31, 2025.

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“Our first quarter of 2025 saw a recovery from 2024 as the refinery offset a slow start to the year and a one-time $53 million impact due to a decision to exit the California compliance market,” said Bob Espey, President and Chief Executive Officer. “It is still early in the year, and as we assess performance across our business, we are encouraged by several positive developments. Our International segment continues to deliver strong growth, refining margins have been stronger than anticipated, and we expect a robust driving season in Canada. While the macroeconomic and regulatory environment remains volatile, these tailwinds highlight the resilience of our portfolio and reinforce my confidence in the foundation we have built at Parkland.”

Q1 2025 Highlights

  • Achieved Adjusted EBITDA1 of $375 million, an increase of $48 million as compared to Q1 2024, primarily driven by the 11-week unplanned shutdown of the Burnaby Refinery in the comparative period and strong performance in the International business. These were partially offset by the commercial decision to wind down our California compliance market positions, resulting in realized losses of $53 million within the Canadian segment2, and weaker performance in the USA.
  • Net earnings of $64 million ($0.37 per share, basic), as compared to net loss of $5 million ($0.03 per share, basic) in Q1 2024, and Adjusted earnings3 of $65 million ($0.37 per share, basic3), as compared to $43 million ($0.25 per share, basic) in Q1 2024.
  • Trailing twelve months (“TTM”) Available cash flow3 of $586 million ($3.37 per share3), as compared to $762 million ($4.34 per share) as of March 31, 2024. TTM Cash generated from (used in) operating activities4 of $1,604 million ($9.21 per share4), as compared to $1,683 million ($9.56 per share) as of March 31, 2024. These decreases were largely due to a significantly lower refining margin environment during the second half of 2024, realized losses due to the wind down of our California compliance market positions in the first quarter of 2025, and higher acquisition, integration and other costs during the last nine months of 2024 primarily associated with restructuring activities and implementing enterprise-wide systems.
  • Return on invested capital3 (“ROIC”) was 7.6 percent for the trailing twelve months ended March 31, 2025 as compared to 8.9 percent, for the same period in 2024.
  • Maintained Leverage Ratio5 of 3.6 times (3.6 times in Q4 2024) and liquidity available4 of $2 billion.

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(1) 

Total of segments measure. See “Measures of Segment Profit (Loss) and Total of Segments Measures” section of this news release.

(2)

These positions are held within our integrated Canadian logistics business, which is reported within the Canada segment.

(3)

Non-GAAP financial measure or non-GAAP financial ratio. See “Non-GAAP Financial Measures and Ratios” section of this news release.

(4)

Supplementary financial measure. See “Supplementary Financial Measures” section of this news release.

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Capital management measure. See “Capital Management Measures” section of this news release.

Q1 2025 Segment Highlights

  • Canada delivered Adjusted EBITDA of $110 million, as compared to $186 million in Q1 2024. The decrease was primarily driven by the commercial decision to wind down our California compliance market positions, resulting in realized losses of $53 million, and the sale of the commercial propane business in Q4 2024.
  • International delivered Adjusted EBITDA of $181 million, as compared to $147 million in Q1 2024. The increase was driven by higher volume and margins in the commercial and wholesale businesses from strategic and recurring customers and strength in our South American region.
  • USA delivered Adjusted EBITDA of $16 million, as compared to $31 million in Q1 2024. The decrease was driven by macroeconomic pressures continuing to impact fuel and convenience demand in line with broader industry trends, as well as regulatory developments that also impacted Parkland’s ability to capture supply optimization opportunities associated with moving refined product between Canada and the U.S.
  • Refining delivered Adjusted EBITDA of $79 million, as compared to an Adjusted EBITDA loss of $33 million in Q1 2024. The increase relative to Q1 2024 was primarily driven by an 11-week unplanned shutdown in the comparative period. Composite utilization6 at the Burnaby Refinery was approximately 76 percent in Q1 2025, as compared to approximately 20 percent in Q1 2024. The Burnaby Refinery successfully completed a three-week planned maintenance in the quarter and performed safely and reliably which allowed us to benefit from favourable market conditions.
  • Parkland’s total recordable injury frequency rate6 on a TTM basis was 1.13, compared to 1.07 at Q1 2024.

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Non-financial measure. See “Non-Financial Measures” section of this news release.

Consolidated Financial Overview

($ millions, unless otherwise noted)

Three months ended March 31,

Financial Summary

2025

2024

Sales and operating revenue

6,813

6,939

Adjusted EBITDA(1)

375

327

Canada(2)(5)

110

186

International(2)(5)

181

147

USA(2)(5)

16

31

Refining(2)(5)

79

(33)

   Corporate(2)(5)

(11)

(4)

Net earnings (loss)

64

(5)

Net earnings (loss) per share – basic ($ per share)

0.37

(0.03)

Net earnings (loss) per share – diluted ($ per share)

0.36

(0.03)

Trailing twelve months (“TTM”) Cash generated from (used in) operating activities(3)

1,604

1,683

TTM Cash generated from (used in) operating activities per share(3)

9.21

9.56

TTM Available cash flow(4)(6)

586

762

TTM Available cash flow per share(4)(6)

3.37

4.34

TTM ROIC(4)

7.6 %

8.9 %

(1)

Total of segments measure. See “Measures of Segment Profit (Loss) and Total of Segments Measures” section of this news release.

(2)

Measure of segment profit (loss). See “Measures of Segment Profit (Loss) and Total of Segments Measures” section of this news release.

(3)

Supplementary financial measure. See “Supplementary Financial Measures” section of this news release.

(4)

Non-GAAP financial measure or non-GAAP financial ratio. See “Non-GAAP Financial Measures and Ratios” section of this news release.

(5)

For comparative purposes, certain amounts in 2024 were revised to conform to the presentation used in the current period with respect to the allocation of Corporate costs. See Note 2d of the Interim Condensed Consolidated Financial Statements for further details.

(6)

For comparative purposes, certain amounts were reclassified between realized and unrealized gain/(loss) on risk management to conform to the presentation used in the current period. 

Q1 2025 Conference Call and Webcast Details

Following the announcement of Parkland’s definitive agreement to be acquired by Sunoco LP and associated conference call held earlier today, our planned webcast and conference call on Thursday, May 6, 2025, at 6:30 am MT (8:30 am ET) has been cancelled.

MD&A and Annual Consolidated Financial Statements

The Management’s Discussion and Analysis for the three months ended March 31, 2025 (the “Q1 2025 MD&A”) and Interim Condensed Consolidated Financial Statements for the three months ended March 31, 2025 (the “Q1 2025 Condensed Consolidated Financial Statements”) provide a detailed explanation of Parkland’s operating results for the three months ended March 31, 2025. An English version of these documents will be available online at www.parkland.ca and the System for Electronic Data Analysis and Retrieval+ (“SEDAR+”) after the results are released by newswire under Parkland’s profile at www.sedarplus.ca. The French versions of the Q1 2025 MD&A and the Q1 2025 Condensed Consolidated Financial Statements will be posted to www.parkland.ca and SEDAR+ as soon as they become available.

About Parkland Corporation

Parkland is a leading international fuel distributor, marketer, and convenience retailer with safe and reliable operations in 26 countries across the Americas. Our retail network meets the fuel and convenience needs of everyday consumers. Our commercial operations provide businesses with fuel to operate, complete projects and better serve their customers. In addition to meeting our customers’ needs for essential fuels, Parkland provides a range of choices to help them lower their environmental impact, including manufacturing and blending renewable fuels, ultra-fast EV charging, a variety of solutions for carbon credits and renewables, and solar power. With approximately 4,000 retail and commercial locations across Canada, the United States and the Caribbean region, we have developed supply, distribution and trading capabilities to accelerate growth and business performance.

Our strategy is focused on two interconnected pillars: our Customer Advantage and our Supply Advantage. Through our Customer Advantage, we aim to be the first choice of our customers through our proprietary brands, differentiated offers, extensive network, competitive pricing, reliable service, and compelling loyalty program. Our Supply Advantage is based on achieving the lowest cost to serve among independent fuel marketers and distributors in the hard-to-serve markets in which we operate, through our well-positioned assets, significant scale, and deep supply and logistics capabilities. Our business is underpinned by our people and our values of safety, integrity, community and respect, which are embedded across our organization.

Forward-Looking Statements

Certain statements contained herein constitute forward-looking information and statements (collectively, “forward-looking statements”). When used the words “expect”, “will”, “could”, “would”, “believe”, “continue”, “pursue” and similar expressions are intended to identify forward-looking statements. In particular, this news release contains forward-looking statements with respect to, among other things: business strategies, objectives and initiatives; ; International’s continued strong growth; an expected robust driving season in Canada; portfolio resilience; and confidence in Parkland’s foundation.

These statements involve known and unknown risks, uncertainties and other factors that may cause actual results or events to differ materially from those anticipated in such forward-looking statements. No assurance can be given that these expectations will prove to be correct and such forward-looking statements included in this news release should not be unduly relied upon. These forward-looking statements speak only as of the date of this news release. Parkland does not undertake any obligation to publicly update or revise any forward-looking statements except as required by securities law. Actual results could differ materially from those anticipated in these forward-looking statements as a result of numerous risks and uncertainties including, but not limited to: the strategic review that Parkland initiated on March 5, 2025 (the “Strategic Review”), the process and the timing thereof, whether the strategic review will result in Parkland undertaking a transaction, and if so, the terms and timing relating thereto, the completion thereof and realizing benefits resulting therefrom; general economic, market and business conditions; micro and macroeconomic trends and conditions, including increases in interest rates, inflation, imposition of tariffs and fluctuating commodity prices; Parkland’s ability to execute its business objectives, projects and strategies, including the completion, financing and timing thereof, realizing the benefits therefrom, meeting our targets, outlook and commitments relating thereto, and the impact of the Strategic Review thereon; and other factors, many of which are beyond the control of Parkland and the assumptions and risks described in “Cautionary Statement Regarding Forward-Looking Information” and “Risk Factors” included in Parkland’s most recently filed Annual Information Form, and in “Forward-Looking Information” and “Risk Factors” in the Q4 2024 MD&A, each as filed on SEDAR+ and available on the Parkland website at www.parkland.ca. The forward-looking statements contained in this news release as expressly qualified by these cautionary statements.

Specified Financial Measures

This news release contains total of segments measures, non-GAAP financial measures and non-GAAP financial ratios, supplementary financial measures and capital management measures (collectively, “specified financial measures”). Parkland’s management uses certain specified financial measures to analyze the operating and financial performance, leverage, and liquidity of the business. These specified financial measures do not have any standardized meaning under International Financial Reporting Standards as issued by the International Accounting Standards Board (“IFRS Accounting Standards”) and are therefore unlikely to be comparable to similar measures presented by other companies. The specified financial measures should not be considered in isolation or used in substitute for measures of performance prepared in accordance with the IFRS Accounting Standards. See Section 15 of the Q1 2025 MD&A, which is incorporated by reference into this news release, for further details regarding specified financial measures used by Parkland.

Non-GAAP Financial Measures and Ratios

Adjusted earnings (loss) is a non-GAAP financial measure and Adjusted earnings (loss) per share is a non-GAAP financial ratio, each representing the underlying core operating performance of business activities of Parkland at a consolidated level. The most directly comparable financial measure to Adjusted earnings (loss) and Adjusted earnings (loss) per share is Net earnings (loss).

Adjusted earnings (loss) and Adjusted earnings (loss) per share represent how well Parkland’s operational business is performing, while considering depreciation and amortization, interest on leases and long-term debt, accretion and other finance costs, and income taxes. The Company uses these measures because it believes that Adjusted earnings (loss) and Adjusted earnings (loss) per share are useful for management and investors in assessing the Company’s overall performance, as they exclude certain items that are not reflective of the Company’s underlying business operations.

See Section 15 of the Q1 2025 MD&A, which is incorporated by reference into this news release, for the detailed definition and composition of Adjusted earnings (loss) and Adjusted earnings (loss) per share.

Please see below for the reconciliation of Adjusted earnings (loss) to net earnings (loss) and the calculation of Adjusted earnings (loss) per share.

Three months ended March 31,

($ millions, unless otherwise stated)

2025

2024

Net earnings (loss)

64

(5)

Add/(less):

Acquisition, integration and other costs

29

30

(Gain) loss on foreign exchange – unrealized

(5)

3

(Gain) loss on risk management and other – unrealized(4)

3

3

Other (gains) and losses

(19)

10

Other adjusting items(1)(4)

(6)

18

Tax normalization(2)

(1)

(16)

Adjusted earnings (loss)

65

43

Weighted average number of common shares (million shares)(3)

174

175

Weighted average number of common shares adjusted for the effects of dilution (million shares)(3)

176

175

Adjusted earnings (loss) per share ($ per share)

Basic

0.37

0.25

Diluted

0.37

0.25

(1) 

Other adjusting items for the three months ended March 31, 2025 include: (i) realized gains and losses on risk management and other assets and liabilities related to underlying physical sales activity in another period of $13 million gain (2024 – $11 million loss); (ii) the share of depreciation, income taxes and other adjustments for investments in joint ventures and associates of $5 million (2024 – $4 million); (iii) other income of $2 million (2024 – $2 million); (iv) adjustment to foreign exchange losses related to cash pooling arrangements of nil (2024 – $2 million loss); and (v) adjustment to realized risk management gains related to interest rate swaps, as these gains do not relate to commodity sale and purchase transactions, of nil (2024 – $1 million).

(2) 

The tax normalization adjustment was applied to net earnings (loss) adjusting items that were considered temporary differences, such as acquisition, integration and other costs, unrealized foreign exchange gains and losses, unrealized gains and losses on risk management and other, gains and losses on asset disposals, changes in fair value of redemption options, changes in estimates of environmental provisions, loss on inventory write-downs for which there are offsetting associated risk management derivatives with unrealized gains, and impairments of non-current assets. The tax impact was estimated using the effective tax rates applicable to jurisdictions where the related items occur.

(3) 

Weighted average number of common shares are calculated in accordance with Parkland’s accounting policy contained in Note 2 of the Annual Consolidated Financial Statements.

(4) 

For comparative purposes, certain amounts were reclassified between realized and unrealized gain/(loss) on risk management with no changes to Adjusted earnings (loss) to conform to the presentation used in the current period.

Available cash flow is a non-GAAP financial measure and Available cash flow per share is a non-GAAP financial ratio. The most directly comparable financial measure for Available cash flow and Available cash flow per share is cash generated from (used in) operating activities. Parkland uses these measures to set targets (including annual guidance and variable compensation target) and monitor its ability to generate cash flow for capital allocation, including distributions to shareholders, investment in the growth of the business, and deleveraging. See Section 15 of the Q1 2025 MD&A, which is incorporated by reference into this news release, for the detailed definition and composition of Available cash flow and Available cash flow per share. See the following table for a calculation of historical Available cash flow and Available cash flow per share and a reconciliation to cash generated from (used in) operating activities.

Three months ended

Trailing twelve
months ended
March 31, 2025

($ millions, unless otherwise noted)

June 30,
2024

September 30,
2024

December 31,
2024

March 31,
2025

Cash generated from (used in) operating activities

450

406

462

286

1,604

Reverse: Change in other assets and other liabilities

3

(68)

80

1

16

Reverse: Net change in non-cash working capital related to

 operating activities(1)

(34)

21

(180)

53

(140)

Include: Maintenance capital expenditures

(53)

(71)

(96)

(62)

(282)

Include: Dividends received from investments in associates
and joint ventures

8

3

7

5

23

Include: Interest on leases and long-term debt

(88)

(85)

(87)

(89)

(349)

Include: Payments of principal amount on leases

(64)

(69)

(76)

(77)

(286)

Available cash flow

222

137

110

117

586

Weighted average number of common shares (millions)(2)

174

TTM Available cash flow per share

3.37

Three months ended

Trailing twelve
months ended
March 31, 2024

($ millions, unless otherwise noted)

June 30,
2023(1)

September 30,
2023

December 31,
2023

March 31,
2024 (1)

Cash generated from (used in) operating activities

521

528

417

217

1,683

Reverse: Change in other assets and other liabilities

(11)

7

(4)

28

20

Reverse: Net change in non-cash working capital related to
operating activities(1)

(145)

(14)

17

55

(87)

Include: Maintenance capital expenditures

(61)

(52)

(93)

(59)

(265)

Include: Dividends received from investments in associates
and joint ventures

2

4

3

2

11

Include: Interest on leases and long-term debt

(89)

(83)

(88)

(85)

(345)

Include: Payments on principal amount on leases

(56)

(57)

(71)

(71)

(255)

Available cash flow

161

333

181

87

762

Weighted average number of common shares (millions)(2)

176

TTM Available cash flow per share

4.34

 (1)

For comparative purposes, certain amounts within the net change in non-cash working capital related to operating activities for the three months ended March 31, 2024, and the three months ended June 30, 2023, were revised to conform to the current period presentation.

(2)

Weighted average number of common shares is calculated in accordance with Parkland’s accounting policy contained in Note 2 of the Annual Consolidated Financial Statements.

ROIC is a non-GAAP financial ratio. The measure is calculated as a ratio of Net operating profit after tax (“NOPAT”) divided by average invested capital. NOPAT describes the profitability of Parkland’s base operations, excluding the impact of leverage and certain other items of income and expenditure that are not considered representative of Parkland’s underlying core operating performance. NOPAT is based on Adjusted EBITDA, defined in the “Measures of Segment Profit (Loss) and Total of Segments Measures” section of this news release, less depreciation and amortization expense, including pro-forma depreciation on assets classified as held for sale, and the estimated tax expense using the expected average tax rate estimated using statutory tax rates in each jurisdiction where Parkland operates. Average invested capital is the amount of capital deployed by Parkland that represents the average of opening and closing debt, including debt liabilities classified as held for sale, as well as shareholder’s equity, including equity reserves, net of cash and cash equivalents. We use this non-GAAP measure to assess Parkland’s efficiency in investing capital.   

($ millions, unless otherwise noted)

Three months ended

ROIC

June 30,
2024

September 30,
2024

December 31,
2024

March 31,
2025

Trailing twelve
months ended
March 31, 2025

Net earnings (loss)

70

91

(29)

64

196

Add/(less):

Income tax expense (recovery)

20

17

(8)

8

37

Acquisition, integration and other costs

46

61

81

29

217

Depreciation and amortization

202

207

210

202

821

Finance cost

99

96

92

99

386

(Gain) loss on foreign exchange – unrealized

4

1

(2)

(5)

(2)

(Gain) loss on risk management and other – unrealized

56

(48)

34

3

45

Other (gains) and losses

(1)

(1)

30

(19)

9

Other adjusting items

8

7

20

(6)

29

Adjusted EBITDA

504

431

428

375

1,738

Less: Depreciation and amortization

(202)

(207)

(210)

(202)

(821)

Less: Pro-forma depreciation and amortization on assets
classified as held for sale

(7)

(7)

(14)

Adjusted EBIT

302

224

211

166

903

Average effective tax rate

20.1 %

Less: Taxes

(182)

Net operating profit after tax

721

Opening invested capital

9,421

Closing invested capital

9,535

Average invested capital

9,478

Return on invested capital

7.6 %

Invested Capital

March 31,

($ millions, unless otherwise noted)

2025

2024

Long-term debt – current portion

244

218

Long-term debt

6,362

6,412

Long-term debt in liabilities classified as held for sale(1)                                                 

132

30

Shareholders’ equity

3,159

3,154

Exclude: Cash and cash equivalents

(362)

(393)

Total

9,535

9,421

($ millions, unless otherwise noted)

Three months ended

ROIC

June 30,
2023

September 30,
2023

December 31,
2023

March 31,
2024

Trailing twelve
months ended
March 31, 2024

Net earnings (loss)

78

230

86

(5)

389

Add/(less):

Income tax expense (recovery)

18

54

(15)

(29)

28

Acquisition, integration and other costs

39

38

42

30

149

Depreciation and amortization

206

205

222

206

839

Finance cost

98

93

89

91

371

(Gain) loss on foreign exchange – unrealized

27

1

3

31

(Gain) loss on risk management and other – unrealized(2)

(11)

(19)

28

3

1

Other (gains) and losses

14

(37)

5

10

(8)

Other adjusting items(2)

1

20

6

18

45

Adjusted EBITDA

470

585

463

327

1,845

Less: Depreciation and amortization

(206)

(205)

(222)

(206)

(839)

Less: Pro-forma depreciation and amortization on assets

 classified as held for sale

Adjusted EBIT

264

380

241

121

1,006

Average effective tax rate

17.3 %

Less: Taxes

(174)

Net operating profit after tax

832

Opening invested capital

9,347

Closing invested capital

9,421

Average invested capital

9,384

Return on invested capital

8.9 %

Invested Capital

March 31,

($ millions, unless otherwise noted)

2024

2023

Long-term debt – current portion

218

184

Long-term debt

6,412

6,599

Long-term debt in liabilities classified as held for sale(1)                                             

30

Shareholders’ equity

3,154

3,062

Exclude: Cash and cash equivalents

(393)

(498)

Total

9,421

9,347

(1) 

For comparative purposes, long-term debt in liabilities classified as held for sale were included as part of invested capital as at March 31, 2024, to conform to the current period presentation.

(2) 

For comparative purposes,  certain amounts were reclassified between realized and unrealized gain/(loss) on risk management for the three months ended March 31, 2024, with no changes to Adjusted EBITDA.

These non-GAAP financial measures and ratios should not be considered in isolation or used in substitute for measures of performance prepared in accordance with IFRS Accounting Standards. Except as otherwise indicated, these non-GAAP financial measures and ratios are calculated and disclosed on a consistent basis from period to period. See Section 15 of the Q1 2025 MD&A, which is incorporated by reference into this news release, for further details regarding Parkland’s non-GAAP financial measures and ratios.

Capital Management Measures

Parkland’s primary capital management measure is the Leverage Ratio, which is used internally by key management personnel to monitor Parkland’s overall financial strength, capital structure flexibility, and ability to service debt and meet current and future commitments. In order to manage its financing requirements, Parkland may adjust capital spending or dividends paid to shareholders or issue new shares or new debt. The Leverage Ratio is calculated as a ratio of Leverage Debt to Leverage EBITDA and does not have any standardized meaning prescribed under IFRS Accounting Standards. It is, therefore, unlikely to be comparable to similar measures presented by other companies. The detailed calculation of the Leverage Ratio is as follows:

($ millions, unless otherwise noted)

March 31, 2025

December 31, 2024

Leverage Debt

5,257

5,268

Leverage EBITDA

1,476

1,481

Leverage Ratio

3.6

3.6

($ millions, unless otherwise noted)                                                    

March 31, 2025

December 31, 2024

Long-term debt

6,606

6,641

Less:

Lease obligations

(1,028)

(1,054)

Cash and cash equivalents

(362)

(385)

Non-recourse debt(1)

(31)

(30)

Risk management asset(2)

(29)

(30)

Add:

Non-recourse cash(1)

14

31

Letters of credit and other

87

95

Leverage Debt

5,257

5,268

(1)

Represents non-recourse debt and non-recourse cash balance related to project financing.

(2)

Represents the risk management asset/liability associated with the spot element of the cross-currency swap designated in a cash flow hedge relationship to hedge the variability of principal cash flows of the 2024 Senior Notes resulting from changes in the spot exchange rates.

Three months ended

Trailing twelve
months ended

March 31, 2025

($ millions, unless otherwise noted)

June 30,
2024

September 30,
2024

December 31,
2024

March 31,
2025

Adjusted EBITDA

504

431

428

375

1,738

Share incentive compensation

8

6

11

8

33

Reverse: IFRS 16 impact(1)

(80)

(84)

(91)

(93)

(348)

432

353

348

290

1,423

Acquisition pro-forma adjustment(2)

7

Other adjustments(3)

46

Leverage EBITDA

1,476

(1)

Includes the impact of operating leases prior to the adoption of IFRS 16, previously recognized under operating costs, which aligns with management’s view of the impact of earnings.

(2) 

Includes the impact of pro-forma pre-acquisition EBITDA estimates based on anticipated benefits, costs and synergies from acquisitions.

(3) 

Includes adjustments to normalize Adjusted EBITDA for non-recurring events relating to the unplanned shutdown at the Burnaby Refinery, completion of turnarounds and the EBITDA attributable to EV charging operations financed through non-recourse project financing.

Three months ended

Trailing twelve
months ended
December 31, 2024

($ millions, unless otherwise noted)

March 31,
2024

June 30,
2024

September 30,
2024

December 31,
2024

Adjusted EBITDA

327

504

431

428

1,690

Share incentive compensation

6

8

6

11

31

Reverse: IFRS 16 impact(1)

(83)

(80)

(84)

(91)

(338)

250

432

353

348

1,383

Acquisition pro-forma adjustment(2)

11

Other adjustments(3)

87

Leverage EBITDA

1,481

(1)

Includes the impact of operating leases prior to the adoption of IFRS 16, previously recognized under operating costs, which aligns with management’s view of the impact of earnings.

(2)

Includes the impact of pro-forma pre-acquisition EBITDA estimates based on anticipated benefits, costs and synergies from acquisitions.

(3)

Includes adjustments to normalize Adjusted EBITDA for non-recurring events relating to the completion of turnarounds, unplanned shutdown resulting from extreme cold weather event, third-party power outage and the EBITDA attributable to EV charging operations financed through non recourse project financing.

Measures of Segment Profit (Loss) and Total of Segments Measures

Adjusted earnings (loss) before interest, taxes, depreciation and amortization (“Adjusted EBITDA”) is a measure of segment profit (loss) and its aggregate is a total of segments measure used by the chief operating decision maker to make decisions about resource allocation to the segment and to assess its performance. In accordance with IFRS Accounting Standards, adjustments and eliminations made in preparing an entity’s financial statements and allocations of revenue, expenses, and gains or losses shall be included in determining reported segment profit (loss) only if they are included in the measure of the segment’s profit (loss) that is used by the chief operating decision maker. As such, Parkland’s Adjusted EBITDA is unlikely to be comparable to measures of segment profit (loss) presented by other issuers, who may calculate these measures differently. Parkland views Adjusted EBITDA as the key measure for the underlying core operating performance of business segment activities at an operational level. Adjusted EBITDA is used by management to set targets for Parkland (including annual guidance and variable compensation targets) and is used to determine Parkland’s ability to service debt, finance capital expenditures and provide for dividend payments to shareholders. See Section 15 of the Q1 2025 MD&A, which is incorporated by reference into this news release, for the detailed definition and composition of Adjusted EBITDA. Refer to the table below for the reconciliation of Adjusted EBITDA to net earnings (loss), which is the most directly comparable financial measure, for the three months ended March 31, 2025 and March 31, 2024.

Three months ended March 31,

($ millions)

2025

2024

Adjusted EBITDA(1)

375

327

Less/(add):

Acquisition, integration and other costs

29

30

Depreciation and amortization

202

206

Finance costs

99

91

(Gain) loss on foreign exchange – unrealized

(5)

3

(Gain) loss on risk management and other – unrealized(4)          

3

3

Other (gains) and losses(2)

(19)

10

Other adjusting items(3)(4)

(6)

18

Income tax expense (recovery)

8

(29)

Net earnings (loss)

64

(5)

(1)

Total of segments measure. See Section 15 of the Q1 MD&A.

(2)

Other (gains) and losses for the three months ended March 31, 2025, include: (i) $21 million non-cash valuation gain (2024 – $13 million loss) due to change in fair value of redemption options; (ii) $4 million non-cash valuation loss (2024 – $4 million gain) due to the change in estimates of environmental provisions; (iii) $4 million (2024 – $2 million) in other income; and (iv) $1 million loss (2024 – $5 million loss) in others; and (v) $1 million loss (2024 – $2 million gain) on disposal of assets;

(3)

Other adjusting items for the three months ended March 31, 2025, include: (i) realized gains and losses on risk management and other assets and liabilities related to underlying physical sales activity in another period of $13 million gain (2024 – $11 million loss); (ii) the share of depreciation, income taxes and other adjustments for investments in joint ventures and associates of $5 million (2024 – $4 million); (iii) other income of $2 million (2024 – $2 million); (iv) adjustment to foreign exchange losses related to cash pooling arrangements of nil (2024 – $2 million loss); and (v) realized risk management gains related to interest rate swaps, as these gains do not relate to commodity sale and purchase transactions, of nil (2024 -$1 million).

(4)

For comparative purposes, certain amounts were reclassified between realized and unrealized gain/(loss) on risk management for the three months ended March 31, 2024, with no changes to Net earnings (loss) of segments measure. See Section 15 of the Q1 MD&A.

Supplementary Financial Measures

Parkland uses a number of supplementary financial measures, including TTM Cash generated from (used in) operating activities, TTM Cash generated from (used in) operating activities per share and liquidity available, to evaluate the success of our strategic objectives. These measures may not be comparable to similar measures presented by other issuers, as other issuers may calculate these measures differently. See Section 15 of the Q1 2025 MD&A, which is incorporated by reference into this news release, for further details regarding supplementary financial measures used by Parkland, including the composition of such measures.

Non-Financial Measures

Parkland uses a number of non-financial measures, including composite utilization and total recordable injury frequency rate, to measure the success of our strategic objectives and to set variable compensation targets for employees, where applicable. These non-financial measures are not accounting measures, do not have comparable IFRS Accounting Standards measures, and may not be comparable to similar measures presented by other issuers, as other issuers may calculate these metrics differently. See Section 15 of the Q1 2025 MD&A, which is incorporated by reference into this news release, for further details on the non-financial measures used by Parkland.

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  • New 18-inch alloy wheel options available with dark gray finish on XLE and black finish on XSE
  • Three Hybrid grades equipped with 5th Generation Hybrid Electric Vehicle (HEV) system with standard AWD, 196 net combined HP, and a manufacturer-estimated 42 combined MPG rating
  • Three Gas grades available in FWD or AWD with up to a manufacturer-estimated 32 combined MPG rating

PLANO, Texas, May 8, 2025 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — The 2026 Corolla Cross is continuing to bring entry SUV customers the combination of style and value that’s just right. For model year 2026 it receives two new front fascia designs, with a modern, color-matched look for the Hybrid version and a bold, rugged design for the gas-powered model. The newfront-end designs create a distinct look for each powertrain while also evolving the crossover’s compact, sporty shape. The interior also receives an update with a reconfigured console storage design and larger available touchscreen.

2026 Toyota Corolla Cross Debuts with Fresh Style Inside and Out

The 2026 Toyota Corolla Cross Hybrid model’s change in appearance comes from a new front grille and bumper combination, with the gas model switching its grille. Also new to Corolla Cross is the cool hue of Cavalry Blue exterior paint, available on the gas LE, XLE and Hybrid SE, XSE model. The Hybrid SE and XSE grades also have Cavalry Blue with Jet Black roof two-tone point available.

The new color keeps the momentum moving on Corolla Cross’ playful approach to exterior paint, as it has offered new colors in four of its five model years. Two new wheel designs are also available, including 18-inch alloy wheels with dark-gray metallic finish and machined accents on the XLE and 18-inch aluminum alloy sport wheels in a glossy-black finish for the Hybrid XSE grade.

The interior also brings fresh style, with a new front console design that maximizes usable space on all grades and the addition of the fashionable Portobello interior color on the XLE grade. Corolla Cross’ tech also keeps advancing, with a newly available 10.5-inch Toyota Audio Multimedia touchscreen and a 7-inch Multi Information Display (MID) or 12.3-inch digital gauge cluster. Additionally, a Cold-Weather package with a heated steering wheel and heated front seats for extra comfort on chilly days, will now be standard on the XLE AWD and Hybrid XSE grades (available on LE AWD and SE).

Assembled in the U.S. in Huntsville, Alabama, the 2026 Corolla Cross will be available in a choice of Hybrid or gas-powered models. The Hybrid model will be available in three grades: S, SE, and XSE all equipped with standard Electronic On-Demand AWD. The gas-powered models will come in three grades: L, LE and XLE all with FWD or AWD available. It is expected to start arriving at Toyota dealerships later this year, with pricing announced closer to launch. 

Value and Versatility

The versatile design of the Corolla Cross is spacious, modern, powerful and value packed. Built on the TNGA-C platform, with stylish compact crossover proportions, it has handling that is akin to a car. The Corolla Cross’ chassis plays a central role in its car-like feel, as well as the available suspension types, like the independent MacPherson-type front suspension on select gas grades or the sport tuned suspension on the Hybrid models.

Inside, Corolla Cross’ spacious interior offers many of the desirable creature comforts that modern drivers expect. The L, LE, S, and SE grades come with durable fabric-trimmed seating in a variety of colors. Move up to the XLE for SofTex®-trimmed seats or the XSE grade for SofTex-trim with Mixed Media. Other available interior features include power-adjustable seating, a power moonroof, and dual-zone automatic climate control.

Keeping drivers connected and entertained is a new 10.5-inch touchscreen that is now standard on the XLE and XSE grades and available with the Multimedia Upgrade option on the LE and SE grades. The L, LE, S, and SE grades have a standard 8-inch touchscreen. All grades are equipped with the Toyota Audio Multimedia system with six-speakers, standard. For a more robust soundscape a nine-speaker JBL® Premium sound system with subwoofer and amplifier is also available on the XLE and XSE grades. All grades have standard wireless compatibility for Apple CarPlay® and Android Auto™.

For powering-up devices there are two USB-Type C ports up front, standard. Qi wireless charging is standard on the LE, SE, XLE and XSE grades.  The LE, XLE, SE and XSE grades add two rear USB-Type C ports.

In the back, storage space is ready to take on items like roller bags or golf clubs thanks to the 60/40-split folding rear seats that come standard on all grades. The XLE and XSE models also include a rear center armrest with two additional cupholders. To make access to the roomy cargo area even more convenient, the Corolla Cross has an available power liftgate with height adjustability. Available accessories include all-weather floormats, a roof rack with crossbars, an activity mount for carrying items such as bicycles, and a tow hitch for towing capacity of up to 1,500 lbs.

Powerfully Efficient

The Corolla Cross Hybrid model has Toyota’s 5th Generation Toyota Hybrid Electric Vehicle (HEV) system and standard Electronic On-Demand AWD. It’s powered by a 2.0-liter 4-cylinder engine with Dual Variable Valve Timing with intelligence (VVT-i) and three electric motors. The drivetrain is an Electronically controlled Continuously Variable Transmission (ECVT). Altogether, it has a net combined output of 196 horsepower and an 8 second 0-60 time, making the Corolla Cross Hybrid fun to drive. It also has an impressive manufacturer estimated 42 combined MPG rating for all Hybrid grades.

Gas-powered models have the Dynamic Force 4-cylinder, 2.0-liter DOHC 16-valve engine with Dual Variable Valve Timing with intelligence (VVT-i) paired to a Continuously Variable Transmission with intelligence and Shift Mode (CVTi-S). Overall, it produces a punchy 169 horsepower on the gas model and has a physical first gear for an engaging driving experience.

For those who choose a gas-powered AWD model, Toyota’s clever Dynamic Torque Control system directs up to 50% of power to the rear wheels when it’s needed – and disengages completely when it’s not. This feature helps Corolla Cross’ fuel economy – another strong suit for this powertrain – with a manufacturer estimated 30 combined MPG rating on AWD models; FWD equipped models have a manufacturer estimated 32 combined MPG rating.

Toyota Safety Sense 3.0 Standard

True to Toyota form, modern safety is key for Corolla Cross. That’s why all grades come standard with both the Toyota Safety Sense 3.0 (TSS 3.0) suite of advanced active safety equipment and convenience features, as well as Toyota’s signature STAR Safety System.

There are also available safety and convenience features like Blind Spot Monitor and Rear Cross-Traffic Alert, standard on LE and XLE and SE and XSE grades, and Front and Rear Parking Assist with Automatic Braking, standard on the XLE and XSE grades. All grades come with nine airbags throughout the cabin standard to help protect occupants.

Toyota Safety Sense 3.0 is a comprehensive suite of safety and driver assistance technologies that includes:

  • Pre-Collision System with Pedestrian Detection (PCS w/PD)
  • Full-Speed Range Dynamic Radar Cruise Control (DRCC)
  • Lane Departure Alert with Steering Assist (LDA w/SA)
  • Automatic High Beams (AHB)
  • Lane Tracing Assist (LTA)
  • Road Sign Assist (RSA)
  • Proactive Driving Assist (PDA)

The Toyota STAR Safety System includes:

  • Enhanced Vehicle Stability Control (Enhanced VSC)
  • Traction Control (TRAC)
  • Anti-lock Brake System (ABS)
  • Electronic Brake-force Distribution (EBD)
  • Brake Assist (BA)
  • Smart Stop Technology (SST)

Limited Warranty

Toyota’s 36-month/36,000 mile basic new-vehicle warranty applies to all components other than normal wear and maintenance items. Additional 60-month warranties cover the powertrain for 60,000 miles and against perforation from corrosion for 60 months with no mileage limitation. Corolla Cross Hybrid-related components that require repairs needed to correct defects in materials or workmanship are covered for 8 years/100,000 miles, whichever comes first from original date of first use when sold as new. The hybrid battery is covered for 10 years/150,000 miles, whichever comes first, and is transferable across ownership.

The 2026 Corolla Cross and Corolla Cross Hybrid also comes standard with ToyotaCare, a plan covering normal factory-scheduled maintenance, for two years or 25,000 miles, whichever comes first, and two years of Roadside Assistance, regardless of mileage.

About Toyota

Toyota (NYSE:TM) has been a part of the cultural fabric in the U.S. for nearly 70 years, and is committed to advancing sustainable, next-generation mobility through our Toyota and Lexus brands, plus our nearly 1,500 dealerships.   

Toyota directly employs nearly 48,000 people in the U.S. who have contributed to the design, engineering, and assembly of more than 35 million cars and trucks at our 11 manufacturing plants. In spring 2025, Toyota’s plant in North Carolina will begin to manufacture automotive batteries for electrified vehicles. With more electrified vehicles on the road than any other automaker, Toyota currently offers 32 electrified options. 

Through its Driving Possibilities initiative, the Toyota USA Foundation has committed to creating innovative educational programs within, and in partnership with, historically underserved communities near the company’s U.S. operating sites.   

For more information about Toyota, visit  www.ToyotaNewsroom.com.

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Meijer Opens New Supercenters in Austintown, Medina, and Richmond Heights

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Meijer is a Grand Rapids, Mich.-based retailer that operates 241 supercenters throughout Michigan, Ohio, Indiana, Illinois, Kentucky and Wisconsin. A privately-owned and family-operated company since 1934, Meijer pioneered the “one-stop shopping” concept and has evolved through the years to include expanded fresh produce and meat departments, as well as pharmacies, comprehensive apparel departments, pet departments, garden centers, toys and electronics.

GRAND RAPIDS, Mich., May 8, 2025 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/– Meijer opened three new 159,000-square-foot supercenters in Northeast Ohio today, bringing value and one-stop shopping to customers in Austintown, Medina, and Richmond Heights.

Meijer is a Grand Rapids, Mich.-based retailer that operates 241 supercenters throughout Michigan, Ohio, Indiana, Illinois, Kentucky and Wisconsin. A privately-owned and family-operated company since 1934, Meijer pioneered the “one-stop shopping” concept and has evolved through the years to include expanded fresh produce and meat departments, as well as pharmacies, comprehensive apparel departments, pet departments, garden centers, toys and electronics.

Known for its fresh grocery selection and unbeatable value, Meijer offers an expansive farm-fresh produce section featuring hundreds of USDA-certified organic items as well as a great deli and meat department. Meijer supercenters also feature full-service pharmacies and general merchandise, including baby and pet departments, apparel, beauty care, floral departments, and garden centers.

The new supercenters offer time-saving digital shopping solutions, including Shop & Scan, which allows shoppers to scan barcodes via the Meijer mobile app and bag their items as they shop to make checkout more expedient. The stores also feature deep discounts on surplus food via the Flashfood app, convenient shopping through Meijer Home Delivery and Pickup services, and mPerks rewards to help customers earn on every dollar spent.

“As a family company that’s been serving Midwest customers for 90 years, we are humbled to be able to continue bringing our unique shopping experience to more communities,” Executive Chairman Hank Meijer said. “Meijer invests in the communities we serve, and we look forward to partnering with local organizations and helping to strengthen each of these communities.”

Meijer opened its first store in Ohio in 1981. In the last few years, the retailer has invested more than half a billion dollars into Northeast Ohio by opening and remodeling nearly 25 stores, creating jobs, and contributing to the missions of local nonprofits. Meijer employs more than 12,000 team members statewide at 58 stores and distribution and manufacturing facilities in Tipp City.

“Our three new store teams are already working hard to deliver value and convenience to our customers, and we’re thankful for their dedication and passion,” Meijer President & CEO Rick Keyes said. “We are confident Austintown, Medina, and Richmond Heights customers are going to love having Meijer be part of their community.”

Meijer Store Directors Patrick Hughes, Carol Lester, and Marcella Mathis and their teams welcomed customers into the stores with a round of applause when the doors opened. This was later followed by ribbon-cutting events attended by Keyes and members of the Meijer family.

Prior to opening the new stores, Meijer demonstrated its support of all three communities by making $90,000 in donations to 10 local organizations. In Austintown, Hughes and the store’s team members donated to The Hope Foundation of Mahoning Valley and the St. Vincent DePaul Foundation of Youngstown. In Medina, Lester and her team donated to The Children’s Center of Medina County, Feeding Medina County, Cups Café, Medina County Habitat for Humanity, and the Medina Fire Department‘s “After the Fire” program. In Richmond Heights, Mathis and her team donated to the Richmond Heights Education Foundation, the Community Partnership on Aging, and Empowering Epilepsy.

Meijer donates at least 6 percent of its net profit to the community annually, and each of its stores works with local food banks and pantries to help fight hunger. Since 2008, the retailer’s Simply Give program has generated more than $100 million for its food pantry partners throughout the Midwest. The stores each selected their first Simply Give partners, which include Austintown Community Church for the Austintown store, Feeding Medina County for the Medina store, and The Bin Food Pantry for the Richmond Heights store.

Continuing the retailer’s ongoing efforts to ensure accessibility for all customers, the stores feature new, larger, height-adjustable changing tables in the family restrooms for the added convenience and dignity of customers with disabilities and their caregivers. As in all Meijer stores, the new supercenters also offer free access to Aira, an app-based service that provides live navigation assistance to blind and low-vision customers using the camera on their smartphones.

About Meijer: Meijer is a privately owned, family-operated retailer that serves customers at more than 500 supercenters, grocery stores, neighborhood markets, and express locations throughout the Midwest. As the pioneer of the one-stop shopping concept, more than 70,000 Meijer team members work hard to deliver a friendly, seamless in-store and online shopping experience featuring an assortment of fresh foods, high-quality apparel, household essentials, and health and wellness products and services. Meijer is consistently recognized as a Great Place to Work and annually donates at least 6 percent of its profit to strengthen its communities. Additional information on the company can be found by visiting newsroom.meijer.com

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Girl Scouts of the USA Introduces Exclusive Get Ready with Girl Scouts™ Program to Help Pre-K and Kindergarten Girls Prepare for the School Year Ahead

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Girl Scouts bring their dreams to life and work together to build a better world. Through programs from coast to coast, Girl Scouts of all backgrounds and abilities can be unapologetically themselves as they discover their strengths and rise to meet new challenges--whether they want to climb to the top of a tree or the top of their class, lace up their boots for a hike or advocate for climate justice, or make their first best friends.

NEW YORK, May 6, 2025 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/– Girl Scouts of the USA (GSUSA) is preparing incoming Daisies (rising kindergarteners and first graders in fall 2025) for the upcoming school year with the new, exclusive Get Ready with Girl Scouts™ program. The Get Ready with Girl Scouts™ program, open now until June 30, will help current pre-K and kindergarten girls who are new to Girl Scouting kick off their summer with fun and adventures while gaining new friendships. Girls will grow their confidence, use their imagination and build skills they can take into the next school year. Through this special program, girls will receive three skill-building activity books, shipped directly to them from June through August 2025, unlocking a world of possibilities. 

Girl Scouts bring their dreams to life and work together to build a better world. Through programs from coast to coast, Girl Scouts of all backgrounds and abilities can be unapologetically themselves as they discover their strengths and rise to meet new challenges—whether they want to climb to the top of a tree or the top of their class, lace up their boots for a hike or advocate for climate justice, or make their first best friends.

These school-readiness activity books, available in English and Spanish, will help prepare girls for kindergarten and first grade through fun, character-building Girl Scout activities. The Get Ready with Girl Scouts™ program emphasizes important skills such as motor skills, communication, critical thinking, emotional regulation and more through imaginative play, puzzles and teamwork activities. 

“Starting a new school year is a huge transition for girls, and Girl Scouts is thrilled to help parents and caregivers prepare for these milestone years,” said GSUSA CEO Bonnie Barczykowski. “The Get Ready with Girl Scouts™ program will provide girls with skills they need to navigate this transition and help them discover their self-interests and build self-esteem, which will help set them up for success in kindergarten, first grade and beyond.”

By signing up for the Get Ready with Girl Scouts™ program, girls will receive a Girl Scout membership through September 30, 2026. As Girl Scouts, girls can choose from a variety of activities, surround themselves with supportive peers, and engage with mentoring adults.

For more information on the Get Ready with Girl Scouts™ program, visit girlscouts.org/getready. To learn morejoin usvolunteerreconnect, or donate, visit girlscouts.org.

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Girl Scouts bring their dreams to life and work together to build a better world. Through programs from coast to coast, Girl Scouts of all backgrounds and abilities can be unapologetically themselves as they discover their strengths and rise to meet new challenges—whether they want to climb to the top of a tree or the top of their class, lace up their boots for a hike or advocate for climate justice, or make their first best friends. Backed by adult volunteers, mentors, and millions of alums, Girl Scouts lead the way as they find their voices and make changes that affect the issues most important to them. Join usvolunteerreconnect, or donate.

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Toyota Mississippi Experience Center Awarded LEED Platinum Certification

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One of Five in Mississippi for Green Building Council’s Highest Level of Distinction

BLUE SPRINGS, Miss., May 8, 2025 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — Platinum is the new gold standard at Toyota Mississippi after its Experience Center received a LEED Platinum certification.

Toyota Mississippi Experience Center Awarded LEED Platinum Certification

The 15,000-square foot facility opened in June 2022 with an innovative flare for teaching the Toyota Way to guests from around the world. The concept is rooted in the company’s principles for environmental performance and sustainability spanning across four key focus areas: Carbon, Water, Biodiversity and Circular Economy.

“The Mississippi Experience Center is a blend of innovation coupled with Toyota’s fundamental environmental philosophy to make a better planet,” said Sean McCarthy, Toyota Mississippi engineering manager. “We’re proud our facility is one of five in the state at this level, and we hope it sets an example for others to build sustainably and do what’s right for the future of our planet.”

Carbon:

Taking center spotlight, the facility boasts a dedicated solar farm generating more than 7,000 kilowatt hours each month. That’s enough to power seven Mississippi homes. But the brightest idea was strategically placing the building and windows to align with the stars—well, the only star in our solar system—leveraging natural light and LED fixtures to reduce light usage by 50 percent.

Water:

Toyota then opened the flood gates on water conservation and alternative usage methods. Whether from a subtle spring shower or a Mississippi monsoon, raindrops are directed from the building’s roof into a 5,000-gallon underground holding tank to use for flushing the facility’s toilets, saving fresh water for drinking and handwashing.

Biodiversity:

The site’s unique bio-retention pond functions as a natural filtration system for rainwater runoff in the parking lot and provides a thriving eco-system for biodiversity. As storm water flows into the pond, it filters sediment naturally creating a habitat for local flora and fauna including the site’s two indicator species: the Northern Bobwhite quail and Wood duck.

Circular Economy:

As sure as the world turns, so does Toyota’s continued mission for a circular economy, which means optimizing resource use and minimizing waste across the entire production and consumption cycle. Simply put, reduce or eliminate waste, reuse and recycle. The Toyota Mississippi Experience Center leveraged this focus area by using reclaimed materials within the building while minimizing waste sent to the landfill during construction.

This project yielded no shortage of sustainable concepts, and the mission is still growing. Toyota is driving forward with its commitment to minimize environmental impacts, while helping employees create positive impacts on the planet and society.

Come see the Toyota Mississippi Experience Center for yourself. The team provides public tours of the facility and the manufacturing plant, where its 2,400 employees proudly assemble the Toyota Corolla. Book your tour today at www.TourToyota.com/MS.

To see the building’s official LEED scorecard, visit https://www.usgbc.org/projects/toyota-ms-experience-center?view=scorecard.

About Toyota  

Toyota (NYSE:TM) has been a part of the cultural fabric in the U.S. for nearly 70 years, and is committed to advancing sustainable, next-generation mobility through our Toyota and Lexus brands, plus our nearly 1,500 dealerships.

Toyota directly employs nearly 48,000 people in the U.S. who have contributed to the design, engineering, and assembly of more than 35 million cars and trucks at our 11 manufacturing plants. In spring 2025, Toyota’s plant in North Carolina will begin to manufacture automotive batteries for electrified vehicles. With more electrified vehicles on the road than any other automaker, Toyota currently offers 32 electrified options.

To help inspire the next generation for careers in advanced manufacturing, Toyota launched its in-person tour booking platform and virtual tour experience at www.TourToyota.com allowing guests to schedule a live tour to see several of our U.S. manufacturing facilities in action or visit all plants virtually from anywhere around the globe.

For more information about Toyota, visit www.ToyotaNewsroom.com

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A Blast from the Past: The Corolla Hatchback Gets Rowdy with New FX Edition

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A Blast from the Past: The Corolla Hatchback Gets Rowdy with New FX Edition
  • FX Edition Adds 18-inch Gloss White-Finished Alloy Wheels, Rear Wing and Sport Touring Seats with Orange Stitching
  • Available in Ice Cap, Inferno and Blue Crush Metallic
  • Expected to Arrive at Toyota Dealerships Fall 2025

PLANO, Texas, May 6, 2025 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — For the 2026 model year, the Corolla Hatchback welcomes the FX edition into the fold, igniting the spirit of the legendary FX16. This special edition masterfully blends nostalgic charm with contemporary dynamism, injecting a dose of bold athleticism into the already spirited Corolla Hatchback.

A Blast from the Past: The Corolla Hatchback Gets Rowdy with New FX Edition

Based on the SE grade, the Corolla Hatchback FX adds a black vented sport wing for aggressive flair and improved aerodynamics. The 18-inch gloss white-finished alloy wheels with black lug nuts give an unexpected wow factor. Other stylish features include a heritage-inspired rear badge reminiscent of the original FX16 from the 80s.

Under the hood of the Corolla Hatchback FX Edition is the 2.0-liter Dynamic-Force direct-injection inline four-cylinder engine that delivers 169 horsepower at 6,600 rpm and 151 lb-ft. peak torque at 4,800 rpm. Additionally, this hatchback provides a nimble ride and has a manufacturer-estimated 33 combined MPG rating.

Inside, the Corolla Hatchback FX showcases new black Sport Touring Seats with suede inserts and orange stitching, but the pop of color doesn’t stop there. The bright stitching continues on the door panels, steering wheel and shifter boot. The special edition comes standard with a 7-inch digital gauge cluster that shares useful vehicle information and can be customized to show different layouts based on the driver’s preference. Also standard is a wireless charger to easily charge a smartphone on the go.

The Corolla Hatchback FX Edition will be available in three color choices: Inferno, Ice Cap, and Blue Crush Metallic.

Not only is it practical, the Corolla Hatchback FX Edition offers a stylish, sporty and exciting driving experience. There will only be 1,600 Corolla Hatchback FX Editions assembled for the U.S. and customers can expect them to arrive at Toyota dealerships this fall. Additional details and pricing for the full Corolla lineup will be shared later this year.

Instinctive Technology
The Corolla Hatchback FX Edition comes with the 8-inch Toyota Audio Multimedia system. With an available active Drive Connect* subscription, drivers can interact with the system through touch and voice activation and, with Intelligent Assistant available through Drive Connect*, simple phrases like “Hey Toyota” awaken the system for voice-activated commands to search for directions, find Points of Interest (POI), adjust audio controls, change the cabin temperatures and more. Over-the-Air (OTA) updates will also be available.

The Toyota Audio Multimedia system allows dual Bluetooth® phone connectivity, with support for standard wireless Apple CarPlay® and Android Auto™ compatibility. A Wi-Fi Connect* trial/subscription offers 4G connectivity for up to five devices, turning the car into an AT&T Hotspot, and the ability to link customers’ separate Apple Music® and Amazon Music subscriptions to the vehicle with the Integrated Streaming* feature (30 day/3GB Wi-Fi Connect* and 1-month Integrated Streaming* trials included). This augments the already robust audio playback ability that includes HD Radio, USB data and a SiriusXM® 3-month trial subscription.

The Corolla Hatchback FX Edition offers a host of Connected Services available on all grades. The 5-year minimum Safety Connect* trial includes an Emergency Assistance Button (SOS), 24/7 Enhanced Roadside Assistance, Automatic Collision Notification and Stolen Vehicle Locator. The 5-year minimum Service Connect* trial provides drivers the capability of receiving Vehicle Health Reports, Maintenance Alerts and reminders. And, with an active Remote Connect* trial or subscription, drivers remotely interact with their vehicle through the Toyota app (1-year trial included).

*4G Network-dependent

Safety & Convenience
The 2025 Corolla Hatchback FX Edition comes with the robust Toyota Safety Sense 3.0. This safety suite includes:

  • Pre-Collision System with Pedestrian Detection: Pre-Collision System with Pedestrian Detection is designed to help detect a vehicle, pedestrian, bicyclist, or motorcyclist and provide an audible/visual forward-collision warning under certain circumstances. If you don’t react, the system is designed to provide automatic emergency braking.
  • Full-Speed Range Dynamic Radar Cruise Control: Full-Speed Range Dynamic Radar Cruise Control is an adaptive cruise control system that is designed to be set at speeds above 20 mph. DRCC uses vehicle-to-vehicle distance control to help maintain a preset distance from the vehicle ahead of you.
  • Lane Departure Alert with Steering Assist: Lane Departure Alert with Steering Assist detects lane markings or the road’s edge at speeds above 30 mph. LDA w/SA is designed to provide an audible/visual warning if an inadvertent lane departure is detected. If no corrective action is taken, Steering Assist is designed to provide gentle corrective steering for lane-keeping assistance.
  • Lane Tracing Assist: Lane Tracing Assist is designed to help keep the vehicle in the center of a lane. LTA assists the driver with steering control while DRCC is in use.
  • Road Sign Assist: Road Sign Assist uses the forward-facing camera to recognize specific road signs, such as speed limit, stop, and yield signs. RSA provides sign information to the driver via the Multi-Information Display
  • Automatic High Beams: Automatic High Beams is designed to detect headlights of oncoming vehicles and taillights of preceding vehicles. AHB automatically toggles between high and low beams as appropriate.
  • Proactive Driving Assist: Proactive Driving Assist uses the vehicle’s camera and radar, when system operating conditions are met, to provide gentle braking and/or steering to support driving tasks such as distance control between your vehicle and a preceding vehicle, pedestrian, or bicyclist. PDA can also provide gentle braking into curves.

For complete details on TSS 3.0, please visit Toyota.com/safety-sense.

Limited Warranty and ToyotaCare
Toyota’s 36-month/36,000 mile basic new-vehicle warranty applies to all components other than normal wear and maintenance items. Additional 60-month warranties cover the powertrain for 60,000 miles and corrosion with no mileage limitation. The Corolla Hatchback FX Edition also comes standard with ToyotaCare, a no additional cost plan that covers normal factory-scheduled maintenance for two years or 25,000 miles, whichever comes first, and 24-hour roadside assistance for two years, unlimited mileage.

About Toyota 
Toyota (NYSE:TM) has been a part of the cultural fabric in the U.S. for nearly 70 years, and is committed to advancing sustainable, next-generation mobility through our Toyota and Lexus brands, plus our nearly 1,500 dealerships.   

Toyota directly employs nearly 48,000 people in the U.S. who have contributed to the design, engineering, and assembly of more than 35 million cars and trucks at our 11 manufacturing plants. In spring 2025, Toyota’s plant in North Carolina will begin to manufacture automotive batteries for electrified vehicles. With more electrified vehicles on the road than any other automaker, Toyota currently offers 32 electrified options. 

Through its Driving Possibilities initiative, the Toyota USA Foundation has committed to creating innovative educational programs within, and in partnership with, historically underserved communities near the company’s U.S. operating sites.  

For more information about Toyota, visit www.ToyotaNewsroom.com

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