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CyberVan! Li Auto’s Mega MPV launches in China alongside ambitious EV expectations

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Li Auto has officially launched its first-ever battery EV, a multi-purpose vehicle (MPV) called the Mega. Priced at over RMB 560,000 ($77,800), Li Auto expects the luxury minivan to be a top seller in its segment, contributing to its target of 800,000 vehicles sold this year. Not bad for a glorified minivan.

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Presidential Auto Task Force Concluded Plug-In GM Volt Likely Too Expensive To Be Commercially Successful in the Short-Term

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Following the short address on Monday during which President Barack Obama outlined the next steps for GM and Chrysler ( earlier post ), the White House posted summaries of the Presidential Auto Task Force’s assessment of the business plans provided by the two struggling automakers, which led to the terms that are currently unfolding.

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Volvo flexes its pricing power for EVs with the EX30 rolling out for $35,000

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The electric SUV will be available in two versions: A single-motor extended range and a twin-motor performance model. Volvo EX30 (Source: Volvo Cars) The extended range version includes up to 275 miles of range. It even launched its first electric minivan in China (EM90).

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Volvo EX30 to become a best-seller as the first models reach EU buyers

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In China, Volvo is also launching its first electric minivan , the EM90. The EV minivan features a “Scandinavian living room” and up to 450 mi CLTC range. The electric SUV will be available in two powertrains: Single Motor Extended Range and Twin Motor Performance. FTC: We use income earning auto affiliate links.

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Volvo’s new EVs are attracting Ferrari-like wait times because they are ‘the right products’

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It will be available in a single-motor extended range and a motor performance model. The extended range boasts up to 275 miles range, while the Performance is Volvo’s quickest EV, with a 0 to 60 mph sprint in 3.4 Volvo is also launching its first luxury electric minivan, the EM90 , in China.

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Volvo EX30 boosts EV sales share in February to reach a new record at 22%

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It will be available in a single-motor extended range and twin-motor performance version. The extended-range model will feature up to 275 miles driving range. Meanwhile, the performance includes up to 265 miles range but packs 422 hp and 400 lb-ft of torque for a 3.4s 0 to 60 mph sprint.

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Chrysler unveils new electric minivan for the US Postal Service

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