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All 2017-2020 Chrysler Pacifica Hybrid models recalled for fire risk

Green Car Reports

Fiat Chrysler Automobiles is recalling the 2017-2020 Chrysler Pacifica Hybrid—a plug-in hybrid minivan—over concerns of a fire risk relating to the 12-volt accessory battery connection. The recall affects 27,634 vehicles—every Pacifica Hybrid produced for all model years combined.

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Audi presents PPE-based activesphere concept; electric drive quattro coupé with active back cargo bed

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With an electric drive and quick-charging technology from Audi’s PPE modular system, the Audi activesphere offers a range of more than 600 km, and extremely fast charging times due to 800-volt technology. The front and rear wheels are connected via a five-link axle. inches) from the basic height of 208 millimeters (8.19

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GM’s Volt Program = $700m

Revenge of the Electric Car

GM to invest $700m in Volt rechargeable electric car. GM to invest $700m in Volt rechargeable electric car. General Motors will invest $336m in a Detroit-area assembly plant, bringing to $700m total investment in eight Michigan facilities to begin mass production of the rechargeable Chevrolet Volt electric car in late 2010.

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Schaeffler presents high-performance 48V concept mild hybrid vehicle at Aachen

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As part of the 25 th Aachen Colloquium this week in Germany, Schaeffler is unveiling the “Schaeffler High Performance 48 Volt” concept vehicle. In the demonstrator vehicle, the engine is connected to a 48V belt-driven starter generator. Automobiles have had a 12Vt on-board electric system for more than 40 years.

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Mazda patents hybrid powertrain with rotary, 3 electrical motors

Baua Electric

Mazda’s endmost rotary sports activities automobile, the RX-8, had handiest 232 hp however a V-8-like desire. Patent task suggests Mazda is taking a look at hybrid generation as a conceivable resolution for a automobile with a rotary at once powering the wheels.

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Fiat teases 600e electrical crossover

Baua Electric

Camouflaged prototypes for the automobile have additionally in the past been noticed. The lighting fixtures constituent a matching remedy on each automobiles, as do the facet window shapes. The video displays the internal design can also be matching throughout each automobiles. Peter’s Sq. after date.

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Study: EVs cannot succeed without developing parallel supercharging networks

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Bhargava and his co-authors compare the EV industry to various other platform-based products, such as smartphones, which are not nearly so useful without a mobile data network that delivers high-speed connectivity outside the home. billion developing the Chevy Volt. The lack of charging infrastructure has throttled adoption of EVs.

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