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FEBRUARY 4, 2016

will begin sales of an affordably-priced hybrid version as well as the newly refreshed gasoline-powered version of the Honda Odyssey and Odyssey Absolute premium minivans on Friday, 5 February, at dealerships across Japan. Honda Motor Co., Earlier post.) The hybrid is a new addition to the Odyssey lineup. km/L in JC08 mode (61.1

Minivan

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JANUARY 11, 2016

Chrysler unveiled the all-new 2017 Pacifica minivan in both conventional and plug-in hybrid versions at the North American International Auto Show (NAIAS) in Detroit. The PHEV is the minivan segment’s first. On the Chrysler Pacifica gasoline models, the latest iteration of the award-winning 3.6-liter system with an 8.4-inch

Minivan

Green Car Congress

DECEMBER 13, 2013

EPA projects advanced transmissions (6+ speeds and CVTs), gasoline direct injection (GDI) systems, and turbocharged engines will be installed on at least 15% of all MY 2013 vehicles. The majority of the emissions and fuel savings from current vehicles, EPA noted, is due to new gasoline vehicle technologies. Click to enlarge.

Fuel Economy

Green Car Congress

NOVEMBER 8, 2012

As of the end of October 2012, there are 19 TMC-produced hybrid passenger car models and one plug-in hybrid vehicle model available in approximately 80 countries and regions around the world. Furthermore, Toyota estimates that its hybrid vehicles have saved approximately 11 million liters of gasoline (approximately 2.9

Japan

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JANUARY 19, 2022

Available in plug-in or hardwired versions that supply 32 amps/7.7kW (maximum) of power, the new charging units provide a full charge in just over two hours, up to six times faster than standard Level 1 (120-volt) chargers. liter, Pentastar V-6, gasoline engine. liter, Pentastar V-6, gasoline engine.

Jeep

Green Car Congress

OCTOBER 27, 2011

Honda also will begin sales of the all-new Freed Hybrid minivan and Freed Spike Hybrid tall wagon at dealerships across Japan on 28 October. compact size) minivan and tall wagon hybrid vehicles. Freed and Freed Spike gasoline-engine models will also become available on October 28. mpg US, 4.6 mpg US, 4.2

Insight

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APRIL 6, 2021

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). Earlier post.)

Japan

Green Car Congress

OCTOBER 11, 2014

The Trends report has been published annually since 1975 and covers all passenger cars, sport utility vehicles, minivans, and all but the largest pickup trucks and vans. Overall fuel economy (miles per gallon gasoline equivalent) and average tailpipe + net upstream CO 2 emissions for EVs and PHEVs in 2014 Trends report.

Fuel Economy

Green Car Congress

JUNE 4, 2010

Various combinations of commercially available technologies could greatly reduce fuel consumption in passenger cars, sport-utility vehicles, minivans, and other light-duty vehicles over the next 15 years without compromising vehicle performance or safety, according to a new report by the National Research Council.

Purchase

Green Car Congress

DECEMBER 20, 2013

Honda says that the VEZEL fuses the dynamic qualities of an SUV, the elegance of a coupe, the functionality of a minivan and excellent fuel economy. direct-injection DOHC i-VTEC engine coupled to a CVT, as is available in front-wheel and four-wheel drive versions. The gasoline realize fuel economy of 20.6 mpg US , 4.9

Japan

Green Car Congress

JULY 17, 2009

The hybrids are expected to be 50-60% more fuel efficient than their gasoline-powered counterparts. Nissan’s Serena minivan is likely to be the first model to get the hybrid makeover. The motor will run on high-performance lithium ion batteries. Nissan is introducing an electric vehicle in Japan and the US at the end of 2010.

Japan

Green Car Congress

MAY 11, 2017

BorgWarner supplies its sprag one-way clutch for the 2017 Chrysler Pacifica Hybrid, the first FCA US LLC mass-produced plug-in hybrid electric vehicle and the industry’s first PHEV minivan. Earlier post.) BorgWarner’s one-way clutches provide superior engagement performance and high efficiency for a variety of transmissions.

Chrysler

Green Car Congress

JANUARY 13, 2017

Stemming from a major project partially funded with a $9-million grant from the Advanced Research Projects Agency - Energy (ARPA-E) to develop an opposed-piston two-stroke gasoline compression ignition engine (OPGCI) ( earlier post ), Achates Power announced it is developing a 2.7-liter, liter, 3-cylinder (i.e., Source: Achates Power.

Light

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OCTOBER 24, 2017

will unveil the Nissan Serena e-POWER, a new version of the popular minivan featuring the company’s e-POWER electric drive system ( earlier post ), at this year’s Tokyo Motor Show. In Eco, the car goes into gasoline-saving mode by regulating the battery power. Nissan Motor Co., e-POWER borrows from the EV technology in the Nissan LEAF.

Nissan

Green Car Congress

JULY 1, 2010

Volkswagen will introduce its new third-generation Sharan MPV (minivan) this summer. The new Sharan, which is larger than its predecessor, will offer a choice of two direct injection TSI gasoline and two TDI diesel engines that are up to 21% more fuel-efficient than the comparable engines of the outgoing model. Click to enlarge.

MPG

Green Car Congress

SEPTEMBER 24, 2013

Chrysler is already relying heavily on its award-winning Pentastar V-6 gasoline engine, which features a light-weight aluminum block with variable valve timing that improves fuel efficiency over its pre-2010 predecessor engines. liter, 4-cylinder Tigershark engine available in the 2013 Dodge Dart GT.

Chrysler

Clean Fleet Report

JUNE 5, 2021

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.

Toyota

Baua Electric

JUNE 24, 2024

Gas-electric Kia Carnival debuts for 2025 Powertrain delivers a net 242 hp Three levels of brake regeneration are controlled by shift paddles Kia on Monday announced prices for the new hybrid version of its Carnival minivan. EX ($44,095), SX ($48,995), and SX Prestige ($53,995) grades are also available. inch touchscreen and 12.3-inch

Minivan

Green Car Congress

AUGUST 21, 2013

While the Model S is a sedan, it also exceeded the safety score of all SUVs and minivans, according to Tesla. To date, 132 MY 2013 models, including the Model S, have been tested, with the data available online. Based on the data, Tesla said, it achieved a combined record of “5.4 Source: Tesla Motors. Click to enlarge.

Vehicles

Green Car Congress

JANUARY 8, 2010

Chrysler Powertrain is the global center of expertise for large displacement gasoline engines and vehicle electrification technology. Two variations of the engine will be available, naturally aspirated and turbo. Four-cylinder engine options are being expanded at Chrysler Group with the introduction of Fiat Powertrain’s 1.4-liter,

Chrysler

Green Car Congress

JUNE 16, 2011

The report, Assessment of Technologies for Improving Light Duty Vehicle Fuel Economy estimates the potential fuel savings and costs to consumers of available technology combinations for three types of engines: spark-ignition gasoline, compression-ignition diesel, and hybrid. Compression-ignition technologies.

Fuel

Clean Fleet Report

JUNE 16, 2021

If you are one of those “I will never drive a minivan” type of persons, please keep reading. When Clean Fleet Report first reviewed the Chrysler Pacifica Hybrid in 2017, it was the only electrified minivan on the market. But the landscape has changed since 2017 as the 2021 Toyota Sienna minivan is now a hybrid. Ready to ride.

Chrysler

The Truth About Cars

SEPTEMBER 1, 2023

While the majority of Americans have long since decamped in favor of crossovers and SUVs, there remains a dedicated cadre of buyers committed to the family minivan. As with other years, all-wheel drive is available on some gas-powered models.& For 2024, Chrysler is rewarding them with a smattering of updates to its Pacifica.

Chrysler

Plug In Partners

MAY 20, 2008

In an interview Monday, Mr. Ghosn said Nissan decided to accelerate development of battery-powered vehicles because of high gasoline prices and environmental concerns, not just because of the need to meet stricter fuel-economy standards. And by the end of the decade two more hybrids will join the Escape SUV in Ford's gasoline-electric lineup.

Nissan

Charged EVs

JUNE 2, 2023

The 2025 Volkswagen ID.Buzz electric minivan has been coming to North America for a long, long time. It’s longer than the one sold in Europe, has a genuine third row of seats, a larger battery and a more powerful motor, and available all-wheel drive. On the other hand, it’s a minivan with sliding side doors.

North America

Clean Fleet Report

JANUARY 13, 2025

liter gasoline engine and an electric motor producing a total of 455 horsepower and 523 pound-feet of torque. Ample power from two sources The EPA rates the XC90 Recharge AWD Ultimate at 27 mpg for the gasoline hybrid engine, and 33 all-electric miles from the 18.8 AM radio is not available. seconds for 0-60 miles per hour.

Recharge

Clean Fleet Report

NOVEMBER 28, 2024

This is noteworthy as it recognizes not everyone is ready for an electrified car, truck or SUV, and that gasoline engines are becoming more efficient and still have a place on the country’s roads and in people’s driveways. The biggest changes for 2025 are the available 84.0 Standard engine will be a turbocharged 1.5-liter

Los Angeles

Clean Fleet Report

JANUARY 20, 2024

liter, turbocharged 4-cylinder gasoline 298 horsepower (hp)/295 pound-feet (lb.-ft.) liter, turbocharged 4-cylinder gasoline 288 hp/383 lb.ft liter, turbocharged 4-cylinder gasoline 288 hp/383 lb.ft Pricing and Warranties Those giant paddles The 2024 Dodge Hornet comes in four models with several available option packages.

Dodge

Green Car Congress

JANUARY 3, 2017

The four modes or generations of family transportation have been defined as station wagons, minivans, SUVs and crossovers; millennials will seek their own version of a family vehicle. There are more than 20 available technologies designed to engage, inform and connect the driver and passengers. User experience technologies.

Chrysler

Tony Karrer Delicious EVdriven

APRIL 28, 2009

Postal Service with a fleet of 250 all-electric Chrysler Town & Country minivans in Michigan, North Carolina and the New York City area beginning later this year. Retail versions will use a system similar to that of the Volt, with a small gasoline engine used strictly to run a generator to recharge the onboard battery pack.

Tennessee

Baua Electric

DECEMBER 9, 2024

Its not a dedicated electric vehicle, but it might as well be one as it outshines the gasoline Kona in performance and drivability. market electric minivan and, perhaps, the start of a new EV segment. The closest new entry we have in the U.S. market, this year is the Hyundai Kona Electric. kwh pack and a 261-mile range.

Green Cars

Baua Electric

MARCH 4, 2025

Then last month, the same day the Honda plans officially fizzled, Nissan confirmed that the Rogue, which is primarily a North American vehicle, will get Nissans third-generation version of e-Power (along with, globally, its Qashqai crossover and a minivan). million vehicles with the system, and it was available in 68 markets.

MPG

Baua Electric

OCTOBER 27, 2024

It’s the 2024 Honda Prologue, a midsize crossover utility with roughly the footprint of Honda’s midsize two-row, gasoline-powered Passport. Its one-pedal driving is exceptionally well-executed, with standard and strong levels available (also none at all). It seems safe to suggest GM probably won’t suffer that fate.

Honda

Tony Karrer Delicious EVdriven

APRIL 28, 2009

Still, the instant torque of the electric motor is a rush you get to experience all the time in city driving; each time you pull away from a red light and stop sign youre wondering why gasoline engines ever became popular. No coasting available. Keep reading about the EVs good and bad qualities after the jump.

Dodge Circuit

Tony Karrer Delicious EVdriven

APRIL 21, 2009

This is from "Commercializing Plug-In Hybrids" (pdf), the current CalCars 24-slide presentation about PHEVs available along with other documents at CalCars Downloads. Company says its focusing on gasoline and hydrogen. We believe such production models could be available for sale in three years."Furia No announced plans.

Plug-in

Green Car Congress

OCTOBER 21, 2010

The engine also can run on E85 blended gasoline. On Minivan models that were equipped with the 4.0-liter liter has a broad, flat torque curve with 90% of peak torque available between 1800 – 6350 rpm. Already recognized as one of the quietest V-6 engines available, world class NVH levels start with a stiff and lightweight block.

Chrysler

Baua Electric

APRIL 12, 2024

EV sales totals for all but Tesla—or it might take a more conservative approach, making many hundreds of gasoline models. Honda preparing EV hub in Ohio Honda preparing EV hub in Ohio Marysville is first up for EV production starting in 2025, and with more than 40 years of production of gasoline models at Marysville—Honda’s first in the U.S.—it

Ohio