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Voyager Returns to Chrysler Lineup as Entry Level Van

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While it lacks the looks and some of the features of its more luxurious sibling, it’s priced $2,500 lower and seems to be arriving at a point where shoppers might be more willing to re-engage with minivans due to their relative affordability. Global production would cease in 2016, leaving the Dodge Caravan as the only holdover minivan.

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Nissan launches new Note Aura in Japan; enhanced e-POWER electrified powertrain

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e-POWER uses a highly efficient gasoline engine to generate electricity for the electric motor that propels the vehicle. The second-generation e-POWER system features an all-new electric motor and inverter. Electric motor torque was increased by 10% and output by 6%.

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2017 Chrysler Pacifica Hybrid PHEV minivan EPA-rated at 84 MPGe in electric-only mode; role of eFlite dual-motor/one-way clutch strategy

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No other minivan has ever come close to this rating. (As As examples of SUV/MPV-style electric vehicle fuel efficiency, the 2016 Tesla Model X AWD - 75D is EPA-rated at 93 MPGe combined city/highway; the Model X AWD - P90D is EPA-rated at 89 MPGe; and the 2016 BYD e6 compact MPV is EPA-rated at 72 MPGe. Click to enlarge.

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Sales of Nissan e-POWER electrified vehicles in Japan surpasses 500,000-unit cumulative milestone

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The e-POWER system uses a highly efficient gasoline engine to generate electricity for the electric motor that propels the vehicle. e-POWER made its debut in Japan on the Note compact car in November 2016. e-POWER power train (for New Note). Earlier post.) Since then, the Note e-POWER model has been very well received by customers.

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EPA annual trends report finds new vehicle fuel economy at record 24.1 mpg; new powertrain technologies rapidly gaining share

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The Trends report has been published annually since 1975 and covers all passenger cars, sport utility vehicles, minivans, and all but the largest pickup trucks and vans. l/100 km), followed by car SUVs at 24.5 These data have been collected and maintained by EPA since 1975, and comprise the most comprehensive database of its kind.

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GM and JVs deliveries in China down 43.3% in Q1; Wuling introduces EVs

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General Motors and its joint ventures delivered 461,716 vehicles in China in the first quarter, down 43.3% The brand likewise began accepting preorders for the Blazer SUV to tap into the popular large SUV segment. The minivan has a range of 300 kilometers on a single charge and supports DC fast charging. Rong Guang EV.

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Road Test: 2021 Hyundai Sonata Hybrid Limited

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With the coupe-like design, the sleek lines will cause you to pause about buying a crossover SUV. The 39 kilowatt (kW) electric motor and the 56 kW/270-volt lithium-ion battery adds-in 29 hp and 151 lb.-ft. doesn’t have a ranking system for the cars, crossovers, minivans and trucks we review. First Drive: 2016 Nissan Altima.

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