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

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As one example cited, the company has increased its use of high-strength steel and other lightweight materials to reduce vehicle weight, and thus improve fuel economy, while still meeting standards for vehicle safety. Chrysler is also seeking to reduce electrical loads through application of higher efficiency fans and fuel pumps.

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Chrysler Group LLC Begins Detailing Elements of Powertrain Strategy; More Than 25% Fuel Efficiency Improvement During 2010-2014

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The primary goal is leveraging combined powertrain and vehicle knowledge to achieve best-in-class fuel economy for both companies. liter WGE features Fiat’s Multiair technology that will improve fuel economy and specific-power output. In the all-new 2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee, the 3.6-liter New Four-cylinder Engines.

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Road Test: 2021 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited Rubicon 4xe

Clean Fleet Report

Jeep global CEO Christian Meunier closed out 2021 by announcing his brand’s goal of becoming the “zero emission freedom brand,” with the Jeep Wrangler 4xe plug-in hybrid (PHEV) as its first example. This is exactly what the 2021 Jeep Wrangler 4xe has to offer. The Jeep Wrangler 4xe PHEV is powered by two electric motors and a 2.0-liter

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Consumer Reports: Tesla and other domestic brands take big steps backwards in reliability rankings

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Consumer Reports’ survey also reveals that some automakers—striving for improved fuel economy—are clearly making more reliable turbocharged engines than others. Jeep has mixed results, falling two spots to 22. While the Chrysler 300 improves to “Average,” the Pacifica minivan falls to “Below-Average.”

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As EV Sales Stall, Plug-In Hybrids Get a Reboot

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In 2021, Toyotas decision to redesign its Sienna minivan exclusively as a hybrid seemed risky. Stellantis is offering plug-in models from Jeep, Chrysler, and Dodge in addition to the EREV Ramcharger. Its decision to do the same with the 2025 Camry , Americas best-selling sedan, seemed riskier still.

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Road Test: 2024 Volvo XC90 Recharge AWD Ultimate

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Fuel economy numbers reported by Clean Fleet Report are non-scientific and represent the reviewers driving experience using the dash gauge computer. Out Back Minivan-like space The reclining second row accommodates two adults, maybe three on short trips. The minivan part comes in when all the seats are folded. long and 5.7

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Chrysler's first electric car to be two-seat sports car - Apr. 15, 2009

Tony Karrer Delicious EVdriven

0:00 / 2:36 To hell with gas, drive this Meeting fuel efficiency standards Besides the obvious public relations value - and there will be a ton of that - electric cars like the Circuit could help Chrysler meet stricter fuel economy standards. Possibilities include a minivan and an Jeep Wrangler-like off-roader.