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CyberVan! Li Auto’s Mega MPV launches in China alongside ambitious EV expectations

Baua Electric

Priced at over RMB 560,000 ($77,800), Li Auto expects the luxury minivan to be a top seller in its segment, contributing to its target of 800,000 vehicles sold this year. Until recently, Li Auto’s pipeline consisted of extended-range EVs that still utilize small combustion engines. Not bad for a glorified minivan.

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GM preparing to launch 2 more EREVs and a PHEV

Green Car Congress

General Motors is preparing to launch two more extended-range electric vehicles (EREVs) and a plug-in hybrid (PHEV), CEO Dan Akerson told reporters on the sidelines of the 2011 Automotive News World Congress.

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2011 Chevrolet Volt MPV5 Concept To Be Unveiled in Beijing

Green Car Reports

Tomorrow at the Beijing Motor Show, General Motors will unveil its a concept car that likely shows what will be its second unique model of the Chevrolet Volt extended-range electric vehicle.

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Presidential Auto Task Force Concluded Plug-In GM Volt Likely Too Expensive To Be Commercially Successful in the Short-Term

Green Car Congress

Among the highlights of the brief summaries was the conclusion that while the Chevy Volt extended range electric vehicle holds promise, “ it will likely be too expensive to be commercially successful in the short-term. ”. The Volt is an extended range electric vehicle—i.e.,

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Volvo flexes its pricing power for EVs with the EX30 rolling out for $35,000

Baua Electric

Volvo CEO Jim Rowan during the EX30 reveal (source: Volvo) An affordable EV for everyone The brand’s leader confirmed orders for the electric C40 and new EX30 are strong, even in the US. The electric SUV will be available in two versions: A single-motor extended range and a twin-motor performance model.

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Volvo EX30 to become a best-seller as the first models reach EU buyers

Baua Electric

The Swedish automaker calls the electric SUV a “cornerstone” of its EV plans. Starting at $34,950 (36,000 euros), it will be one of the most affordable electric cars on the market. Volvo’s EV sales were up 70% last year, with over 113K purely electric vehicles sold. Demand for affordable electric cars continues building.

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Volvo EX30 boosts EV sales share in February to reach a new record at 22%

Baua Electric

Volvo reached its highest-ever share of electrified vehicles as its new fully electric EX30 boosted EV sales in February. Although overall sales slid 2% last month, Volvo’s fully electric vehicle sales were up 14%, reaching a new record share. Fully electric cars also set a new record. 0 to 60 mph sprint.

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