Mazda has announced a joint venture with Toyota to build a $1.6 billion manufacturing plant in the United States.  Cardinale Mazda in Salinas, located in the Salinas Auto Mall, is excited about this new development.  This is great news for the American economy.  Not to mention, it’s a huge opportunity for Mazda to join forces with Toyota, another Japanese automaker.  Could this be the beginning of a beautiful partnership?

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New Plant Will Add 4,000 Jobs

Although a location for the new Mazda-Toyota auto manufacturing plant has yet to be disclosed, it’s expected that the facility will add up to 4,000 jobs.  This is welcome news for the U.S. business sector.  The new plant will manufacturer Toyota Corolla sedans and a Mazda crossover SUV intended for the North American market.  It’s expected that the manufacturing plant, slated to open in 2021, will produce up to 300,000 vehicles per year.  The two Japanese automakers will split the cost of the new plant.  In addition, Toyota purchased 5.05% shares in Mazda, and to reciprocate, Mazda invested .25% in Toyota stock.  Mazda and Toyota are also likely to share technology, electric vehicles development and projects.  This marks the first time that Mazda has manufactured its vehicles in the United States.

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Cardinale Mazda Invites You To Visit Us And Test Drive The Latest Mazda Vehicle

Great things are happening at Mazda and the future looks bright. Join us in celebrating this latest milestone marking the joint Mazda-Toyota manufacturing plant coming soon to the U.S. in 2021. Stop by Cardinale Mazda and check out our impressive selection of the latest Mazda models and certified preowned vehicles. From the 2017 Mazda Miata MX-5 to the 2017 Mazda CX-5 crossover SUV, we’ve got a vehicle to for every lifestyle and budget.  Ask our Sales team if you can test drive the Mazda model of your choice.  Enjoy the ride!

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Cardinale Mazda

500 Auto Center Circle

Salinas, California 93907

Phone: 877.989.9252

Website: www.cardinalemazda.com