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Chrysler Group files S-1 for IPO; snapshot of R&D priorities; exploring a light-duty hydraulic hybrid

Green Car Congress

It is focusing its efforts on five areas aimed at reducing fuel consumption and emissions: vehicle energy use (weight, aerodynamics, and rolling resistance); engines; transmissions; axles and drivelines; and hybrid propulsion and alternative fuel technologies. Hybrid propulsion and alternative fuel vehicles.

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Road Test: 2022 Chrysler Pacifica Limited Plug-in Hybrid

Clean Fleet Report

Chrysler calls it a “multipurpose vehicle,” but we will stick with modern minivan. The only minivan with a plug. The regenerative braking system, which recharges the 16-kilowatt-hour lithium-ion battery, converts kinetic energy into electricity when braking or coasting. How It Works. The most-efficient hauler.

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Road Test: 2021 Chrysler Pacifica Plug-in Hybrid

Clean Fleet Report

If you are one of those “I will never drive a minivan” type of persons, please keep reading. When Clean Fleet Report first reviewed the Chrysler Pacifica Hybrid in 2017, it was the only electrified minivan on the market. But the landscape has changed since 2017 as the 2021 Toyota Sienna minivan is now a hybrid. Ready to ride.

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Road Test: 2024 Volvo XC90 Recharge AWD Ultimate

Clean Fleet Report

Fuel economy numbers reported by Clean Fleet Report are non-scientific and represent the reviewers driving experience using the dash gauge computer. kWh lithium-ion battery is charged through an 11.0 Out Back Minivan-like space The reclining second row accommodates two adults, maybe three on short trips. long and 5.7

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Flash Drive: 2025 Volkswagen ID Buzz

Clean Fleet Report

of torque – 91 kWh maximum/86 kWh usable lithium-ion battery – 11 kW onboard charger – 0 – 60 mph: 6.9 rear – 91 kWh maximum/86 kWh usable lithium-ion battery – 11 kW onboard charger – 0 – 60 mph: 6.0

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Flash Drive: 2021 Volkswagen ID4 AWD

Clean Fleet Report

Both the ID4 RWD and AWD have a 77 kilowatt-hour (kWh) lithium-ion battery, which is charged through a plug-in port offering three charging speeds. by the IDBuzz minivan. In addition, we aim to offer reviews and news on advanced technology and the alternative fuel vehicle market. . – Rear: 201 hp and 229 lb.-ft.

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Road Test: 2021 Hyundai Sonata Hybrid Limited

Clean Fleet Report

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. In addition, we aim to offer reviews and news on advanced technology and the alternative fuel vehicle market.

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