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DOE to award up to $137M for SuperTruck II, Vehicle Technology Office programs

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will design and develop a new more-efficient engine and advanced drivetrain and vehicle technologies. will design and develop a vehicle and powertrain with electrified engine components that can enable higher engine efficiency and a significantly more aerodynamically reengineered cab. Navistar, Inc. General Motors. GE Global Research.

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Flash Drive: 2023 Toyota Prius Prime PHEV

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Driving Impressions: Hitting the Road Always in control Our driving time was spent on wet and dry pavement negotiating San Diego County highways and back country winding roads. The aerodynamic design has a 0.27 coefficient of drag (C d ), which helps it cut through the wind and deliver excellent fuel economy.

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Obama Administration launches series of actions to accelerate EV adoption; inc. $4.5B in loan guarantees, pursuing 350 kW fast charge

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The DOE’s Alternative Fuels Data Center provides a comprehensive database of federal and state programs that support EVs and infrastructure. The DOT is now soliciting nominations from State and local officials to assist in making designations for alternative fuel corridors.

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Road Test: 2022 Chrysler Pacifica Limited Plug-in Hybrid

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gallon fuel tank and a fully charged battery, has an estimated 520 mile total driving range. San Diego to San Francisco? The Pacifica Hybrid is not designed to be sporty nor meant to be driven hard on mountain road or country lane curves, as the body roll at times is an “oh, boy!” New Design.

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Road Test: 2021 Chrysler Pacifica Plug-in Hybrid

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If you are one of those “I will never drive a minivan” type of persons, please keep reading. gallon fuel tank, has an estimated 570 mile total driving range. San Diego to San Francisco? Chrysler says the “new exterior design expression is much more deeply sculpted, athletic and modern in character.”

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Flash Drive: 2023 Toyota Prius Hybrid

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Our time was spent on dry pavement negotiating San Diego County highways and city traffic. Staying clear of hyperbole and overstating what Toyota designers have done with the 2023 Prius, this is without argument the best-looking Prius of all time. When you see it in person, the experience will start all over again.

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