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Nissan launches new Note Aura in Japan; enhanced e-POWER electrified powertrain

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e-POWER uses a highly efficient gasoline engine to generate electricity for the electric motor that propels the vehicle. The second-generation e-POWER system features an all-new electric motor and inverter. Electric motor torque was increased by 10% and output by 6%. The new inverter is 40% smaller and 30% lighter.

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Sales of Nissan e-POWER electrified vehicles in Japan surpasses 500,000-unit cumulative milestone

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The e-POWER system uses a highly efficient gasoline engine to generate electricity for the electric motor that propels the vehicle. In March 2018 an e-POWER version of the popular Serena minivan was launched, which was followed by the all-new Kicks SUV e-POWER in June 2020. e-POWER power train (for New Note).

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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 has introduced new, Wi-Fi-capable, Level 2 (240-volt) charging units for at-home charging for Jeep 4xe and Chrysler plug-in hybrid electric vehicles. The 4xe propulsion system combines two electric motors, a 400-volt battery pack, 2.0-liter liter, Pentastar V-6, gasoline engine. liter, Pentastar V-6, gasoline engine.

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Road Test: 2022 Chrysler Pacifica Limited Plug-in Hybrid

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Chrysler has the market locked-up for anyone needing a seven passenger vehicle that can go a very long way on a tank of fuel. Or how about 32 miles on no gasoline at all as you chauffeur around the kids and do in-town errands? Chrysler calls it a “multipurpose vehicle,” but we will stick with modern minivan. How It Works.

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Chrysler to introduce PHEV models in 2016 and 2017 to meet ZEV requirements; new FCA gasoline engine family coming in 2015

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One will be a PHEV version of the new Chrysler Town & Country minivan to be introduced in 2016; the second will be a PHEV version of a new full-size crossover vehicle to be introduced in 2017. With the exception of a relatively small group of early adopters, the market continues to be primarily driven by regulatory requirements.

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Road Test: 2021 Toyota Sienna Hybrid

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All-New, All-Hybrid Family-Friendly Minivan. Toyota long ago made a commitment to hybrids, with the Prius being the most successful result of the company’s commitment to combining electricity and gasoline. Next up for 2021 is the all-new Sienna Hybrid minivan, which previously was powered only by a gasoline V6.

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Analysis: What’s the Best Way to Market EVs?

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Harley-Davidson Launches Stand-Alone Electric Bike Brand. Harley-Davidson, the legendary and revered American manufacturer of motorcycles, announced that it is establishing LiveWire as a separate electric motorcycle brand on July 8,2021, just in time for the first of nine outdoor International Motorcycle Shows. Five Ways To Market EVs.

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