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In China, Wuling launches electric minivan, Chevrolet introduces 48V MHEV Monza

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In China, Wuling launched its first electric minivan, the Rong Guang EV, and Chevrolet launched four new Monza variants featuring 48V mild hybrid technology. With the same dimensions as its siblings powered by traditional internal combustion engines and a 3,050-millimeter wheelbase, the Rong Guang EV offers 5.1 Ecotec engines.

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Mopar introduces new at-home plug-in wall chargers for Jeep 4xe models and Chrysler Pacifica

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Mopar is teaming with the expert installation service company Qmerit to offer convenient installation of Level 2 chargers within the United States. Qmerit-certified installers are licensed, insured and screened. liter, Pentastar V-6, gasoline engine. Overall, the 4xe system delivers 375 horsepower and 470 lb.-ft.

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Junkyard Find: 1987 Toyota Conversion Van

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Chrysler revolutionized the American family-hauler world in the 1984 model year when the Plymouth Voyager and Dodge Caravan minivans first appeared. Toyota made extra room inside this forward-control design by installing a straight-four engine, laid over on its side, beneath the front seats.

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Protecting Your Ride: A Guide to Anti-Theft Systems & Devices

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Theft doesn’t discriminate; high-end luxury cars, family minivans and everything in between can be targets for thieves. Immobilizers : Immobilizers are electronic devices that prevent the engine from starting without the correct key or electronic code. They provide an extra layer of convenience and security.

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EPA trends report sees record levels of average new vehicle fuel economy and CO2 emissions for MY 2012; role of new gasoline vehicle technologies

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EPA projects advanced transmissions (6+ speeds and CVTs), gasoline direct injection (GDI) systems, and turbocharged engines will be installed on at least 15% of all MY 2013 vehicles. Gasoline direct injection (GDI) engines have increased market share ten-fold from less than 3% in MY 2008 to more than 30% in MY 2013. mpg, or 22%.

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Chrysler debuts all-electric minivan

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Chrysler debuts all-electric minivan Alisa PriddleThe Detroit News April 22, 2009 12:00 PM Chrysler LLC is celebrating Earth Day with the presentation of four all-electric minivans to the United States Postal Service in Washington today. Department of Energys Transportation Electrification stimulus program by the mid-May deadline.

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ORNL researchers quantify the effect of increasing highway speed on fuel economy

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Huff Fuels, Engines and Emissions Research Center, Oak Ridge National Laboratory. Vehicle installed on the chassis dynamometer in the ORNL vehicle research laboratory. The study includes various sizes of sedans, wagons, and SUVs, as well as pickup trucks, minivans and a few “muscle” and sports cars. Thomas, Brian H.