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Chrysler Group Awards UM-Dearborn $3.1M to Support Development of Plug-in Hybrid System for Ram Pickup Project

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billion in federal grant monies awarded to accelerate the manufacturing and deployment of hybrid electric vehicles and new-generation batteries for a project to develop, validate, and deploy 220 advanced plug-in hybrid electric pickups and minivans. Earlier post.). We have also worked with Chrysler on their recent PHEV development.

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Michigan Awards $543.5M in Tax Credits to Four Battery Makers, Who Announce Plans for $1.7B Investment in Li-ion Battery Plants in Michigan

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The state refundable tax credits will help the companies in their quest for some of the $2 billion in federal grants for advanced-battery research and development. JCS has partnered with Ford Motor Company on battery cell manufacturing, pack and system development, and integration capability. and LG Chem-Compact Power Inc.

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Tesla + Toyota

Revenge of the Electric Car

. “This is like Christmas in May,&# said Saki Kavouniaris, whose steakhouse and cocktail lounge on Warm Springs Boulevard had seen business slump 30 percent since the New United Motor Manufacturing Inc. Tags: EV Economics Production News NUMMI Plant Tesla Toyota. plant shut down April 1. Contact Patrick May at 408-920-5689.

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Freightliner Custom Chassis Corporations All-Electric Walk-In Van Chassis Debuts at NTEA Work Truck Show; Enova Drive System, Tesla Battery Pack

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The FCCC electric WIV also marks the first commercial vehicle application of a Tesla Motors Li-ion battery pack, which provide up to a 100-mile driving range on a single charge. Our vision is clearly focused on transitioning the all-electric chassis into the mainstream of our walk-in van production programs. All-electric walk-in van.

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Freightliner Custom Chassis and Morgan Olson Introduce Next Generation Vehicle for FCCC All-Electric Walk-In Van

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Powered by Tesla Motors’ lithium-ion batteries, the chassis is 100% electric, including the HVAC system. Built of lightweight, durable composites that are completely recyclable, the interior of the cab features an automotive-style interior intended to maximize driver comfort and productivity.

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Chrysler unveils new electric minivan for the US Postal Service

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However, the electric drive portion of the vehicles, including the motor, electronics and A123 System lithium ion battery pack is identical. Earlier this month, Chrysler announced A123Systems as one of its strategic partners and production battery supplier for the companys initial production electric vehicles.

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