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EPA annual report on CO2, fuel economy and technology trends finds 2012 heading for all-time best; rapid adoption of new technologies

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Changes in light-duty vehicle technology penetration share. The number of SUV, pickup, minivan, and van models that have combined EPA label values of 20 mpg (11.8 Light trucks accounted for 42% of all light-duty vehicle production in MY 2011—a 5% increase over MY 2010. Source: EPA. Click to enlarge.

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FCA unveils Chrysler Portal concept: next-gen family transportation for Millenials; electric, semi-autonomous, connected, flexible

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Millennials—the demographic cohort following Generation X, and defined as people born between 1982 – 2001—are tech-savvy, environmentally aware and cost-conscious. During charging, the Chrysler winged badge on the front fascia pulses with light to indicate the battery pack’s charge level. Earlier post.).

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