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Pilot program to provide e-bikes to low-income workers in Durango, CO; NREL/CEO study on use patterns, efficiency benefits

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Supported by a $50,000-grant from the Colorado Energy Office, 16 low-income workers in Durango, Colorado will receive e-bikes through a pilot program of the 4 Corners Office of Resource Efficiency ( 4CORE ). The nonprofit received the grant funding from the state’s “Can Do Colorado Community Challenge.”.

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UAW Warns Dodge Durango Assembly May Leave U.S.

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The UAW is concerned that Stellantis will attempt to move Dodge Durango production out of the United States — which it says would also be a violation of the aforementioned union agreement. However, the union is growing concerned that Belvidere will remain closed and that the Durango will be heading out of the country — likely to Mexico.

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Dodge May Revive the Stealth As An SUV To Replace the Aging Durango

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Dodge is reportedly planning to revive the Stealth as an SUV replacement for the Durango in 2027, dashing hopes of a more exciting vehicle. Sam Fiorani from AutoForecast Solutions told Automotive News Canada that Dodge would roll out the Stealth after the Durango’s expected departure in 2027.

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Stellantis/UAW Deal Spills Tea on Future Product

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One of the most common refrains from automaker PR departments is “we cannot comment on future product.” Plans for the Detroit Assembly plant include a Durango through 2024 at which time there may be a year’s hiatus whilst new ICE and BEV models are prepped using the same Durango name.

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Stellantis to invest $229M in Kokomo operations to produce 4th-gen 8-speed transmission; ICE, MHEV and PHEV

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It will deliver improved fuel economy, provide pure-electric range and help vehicles meet future emission regulations. It is the current transmission option on the Jeep Wrangler, Gladiator and Grand Cherokee; Wagoneer/Grand Wagoneer; Ram 1500; Dodge Charger, Challenger, Durango; and Chrysler 300 models.

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Chrysler Group files S-1 for IPO; snapshot of R&D priorities; exploring a light-duty hydraulic hybrid

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Chrysler writes that its has “ made the development of more fuel-efficient vehicles a priority to meet retail consumer preferences, comply with future regulations and as part of our commitment to sustainability. ”. “We Chrysler said it will deploy electric power steering across the entire lineup in future years. —Chrysler S-1.

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UAW charges Stellantis with unfair labor practices

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Local UAW chapters have also filed contract grievances against Stellantis about the automaker’s alleged plans to move Dodge Durango production out of the United States. “In In our 2023 contract, we won major gains, including a commitment to reopen an idled assembly plant in Belvidere, Illinois, and to build the Dodge Durango in Detroit.

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