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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

Baua Electric

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. Others say they’re simply hoping to get akin that determine.

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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

Baua Electric

Stellantis (previously Fiat Chrysler) introduced 14.5-per-cent If a walkout happens, employees would obtain about $500 a life in hit pay —some distance decrease of what they earn hour they’re operating. GM has introduced 10 in keeping with cent as neatly, with alike mass sums. The automakers can be harm, too.

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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). The third row can be removed entirely.

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

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Charge time is less than 4 hour charge time with the Level 2 (240 volt) on-board charging module (OBCM). As Chrysler Group LLC’s first road-going retail electric vehicle, the Fiat 500e eschews the addition of an “Eco” button as seen on competitive EVs. François is Chief Marketing Officer (CMO) of Chrysler Group LLC.

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