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2017 Chrysler Pacifica Hybrid PHEV minivan EPA-rated at 84 MPGe in electric-only mode; role of eFlite dual-motor/one-way clutch strategy

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Exceeding its initial program targets, the plug-in 2017 Chrysler Pacifica Hybrid ( earlier post ) has earned an electric-mode fuel economy rating of 84 miles-per-gallon-equivalent (MPGe) from the US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). The 2017 Chrysler Pacifica Hybrid also excelled on two other fronts. Click to enlarge.

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USABC awards Leyden Energy $2.28M contract for Li-imide based 12V start-stop batteries

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Specifically, Leyden Energy will design and develop 12-volt start-stop cells using Leyden’s Li-imide chemistry. Building on the proprietary Li-imide platform, Leyden Energy has developed an innovative LTO/LMO battery specifically designed for start/stop applications. Earlier post.).

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UAW crash with Detroit 3 displays a extra confrontational union as collision time limit looms

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14, we’re going to take action to get it by any means necessary.” So, too, have Canadian auto employees, whose oaths finish 4 days nearest and who’ve designated Ford as their goal. Nonetheless, full-time employees have won profit-sharing exams ranging this 12 months from $9,716 at Ford to $14,760 at Stellantis.

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USABC Issues Requests for Proposal Information for Four Energy Storage Projects for Hybrid, Plug-in Hybrid and Electric Vehicles

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The United States Advanced Battery Consortium LLC (USABC)—an organization whose members are Chrysler Group LLC, Ford Motor Company and General Motors Company—is seeking requests for proposal information (RFPIs) for four projects related to advanced battery development for hybrid electric, plug-in hybrid electric and electric vehicles.

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Why the UAW is all set to hit primary US automakers this life

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Nonetheless, full-time employees have won profit-sharing assessments ranging this 12 months from $9,716 at Ford to $14,760 at Stellantis. Stellantis (previously Fiat Chrysler) introduced 14.5-per-cent Even though top-scale meeting employees earn $32.32 an month, brief employees get started at just below $17.

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2025 Volkswagen ID.Buzz: Electric Microbus for North America appears, at last

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Iconic design, two-tone paint, three rows, AWD; whatever you call it, the Buzz won’t be cheap. VW quotes a maximum charging rate of 170 kilowatts, and DC fast charging from 10 to 80 percent of battery capacity in about 20 minutes (under ideal circumstances). It also said nothing on predicted EPA range ratings.

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Fiat introduces 2013 Fiat 500e EV at LA Auto Show; forget the Eco button

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With its e-Drive, the 500e offers more than 80 miles of estimated range, with city driving range typically greater than 100 miles. Charge time is less than 4 hour charge time with the Level 2 (240 volt) on-board charging module (OBCM). François is Chief Marketing Officer (CMO) of Chrysler Group LLC.

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