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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

Green Car Congress

(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. Level 3 chargers and “superchargers” cannot be used to charge the Pacifica Hybrid.

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EADS demonstrating electric and hybrid aviation propulsion; innovative distributed propulsion series hybrid

Green Car Congress

Also at the Paris Air Show, EADCO and PC-Aero are presenting their two-motor electric aircraft project “Elektro E6”. The Elektro E6 is envisioned to feature a full carbon composite structure, two motors, high wing propeller, solar cells technology, 6 seats, 480 kg (1,058 lb) payload and 500-km (311-mile) range.

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Will China win the electric car race? The Green Piece

Green Cars News

Last week the company announced that it would bring its five-seat E6 electric car in small numbers to the US next year. However, anyone who thinks that this is just another upstart company looking for its big break needs to re-evaluate – because it’s clear that China means business in the green car race. Our verdict.

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New EV electric car calendar

EV Central

BMW M cars – they’re coming with hybrid drivetrains. BYD e6 – mid-sized SUV confirmed for Australia, sort of… only 15 are coming here. And if we’re guessing, we reckon it could be called the Ranger Lightning (see above). Nissan Qashqai e-Power – drives like an EV but never needs charging.