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FCA calculates operational GWP impact of 2017 Chrysler Pacifica Hybrid as 31% less than previous-generation minivan

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The 2017 Chrysler Pacifica Hybrid plug-in hybrid ( earlier post ) has an operational global warming impact 31% less than that of the previous-generation, gasoline-powered Chrysler minivan, according to an analysis by FCA US engineers using industry-standard software. No minivan has ever been rated higher.

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Toyota launches fully redesigned Voxy and Noah minivans in Japan; class-first hybrid system

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In Japan, Toyota Motor Corporation launched the completely redesigned Voxy minivan through Netz dealers, and the completely redesigned Noah minivan through Toyota Corolla dealers; hybrid models are scheduled for release on 14 February. Voxy and Noah hybrid minivan specifications. Noah G (hybrid model with options). Engine model.

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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 In addition, the EPA gave the all-new minivan a rating of 10 in its Green Vehicle Guide. This marks the first time a minivan has achieved a 10—the highest possible rating—in this category. The MSRP of the non-hybrid Pacifica minivan is $28,595.

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Nissan releases Serena S-HYBRID in Japan

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The Nissan Serena minivan has taken the Nº1 position in minivan sales in Japan for calendar year 2011, fiscal year 2011 and for the first half of calendar year 2012. It is is the only model in its class to be exempted from Japan’s automobile acquisition and weight taxes. Nissan Motor Co., Serena S-HYBRID. Click to enlarge.

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KBB: Average new vehicle transaction price in US in December up 1.9% from November; EV ATP dropped 5.5% due to Tesla

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Plus, with the new tax credits on the way, electric vehicle ATPs will drop lower for qualifying vehicles. Meanwhile, vans, minivans and full-size SUVs had the lowest incentives, all less than 1% of ATP. Incentives overall are still very low but trending upwards. —Rebecca Rydzewski.

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Honda to begin sales of refreshed Insight hybrid and new Freed hybrids in Japan; new Insight Exclusive with 1.5-liter engine joins lineup

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Honda also will begin sales of the all-new Freed Hybrid minivan and Freed Spike Hybrid tall wagon at dealerships across Japan on 28 October. compact size) minivan and tall wagon hybrid vehicles. Honda will begin sales of both hybrid models at dealerships across Japan on 11 November. mpg US, 4.6 mpg US, 4.2

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China Car Sales Likely Hit New Record in April

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China unveiled a support package for the auto industry early this year, cutting purchase taxes for cars with small engine capacities and providing subsidies to rural purchasers. Sales of China’s Chery, which makes cars with small engine capacities, hit a record high of more than 42,000 units in April.