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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 June, Volvo unveiled its smallest and cheapest SUV, the EX30 ( see our revie w ). The Swedish automaker calls the electric SUV a “cornerstone” of its EV plans. Volvo CEO Jim Rowan during the EX30 launch (Source: Volvo Cars) Volvo’s first three-row electric SUV, the EX90, will go on sale soon.

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

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Volvo’s new EVs see Ferrari-like wait times After unveiling the EX90 almost two years ago, Volvo’s flagship electric SUV is still in hot demand. It will be available in a single-motor extended range and a motor performance model. 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's first electric car to be two-seat sports car - Apr. 15, 2009

Tony Karrer Delicious EVdriven

Following that, according Chryslers filings, will come electric-powered cars, SUVs and crossovers, some based on Fiat vehicles, according to the "viability plan" Chrysler submitted to the Treasury Department. Possibilities include a minivan and an Jeep Wrangler-like off-roader.

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How Carmakers Are Responding to the Plug-In Hybrid Opportunity

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Our PRIUS+ Project Photos PHEV Resources Global Warming Take Action News and Events Contact Us How Carmakers are Responding to the Plug-In Hybrid Opportunity If you ask, "have major auto-makers come around on PHEVs?", todays answer is "Yes -- but not yet." Daimler/Mercedes Took over Daimler/Chrysler Sprinter PHEV program.

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