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FCA calculates operational GWP impact of 2017 Chrysler Pacifica Hybrid as 31% less than previous-generation minivan

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The 2017 Chrysler Pacifica Hybrid plug-in hybrid ( earlier post ) has an operational global warming impact 31% less than that of the previous-generation, gasoline-powered Chrysler minivan, according to an analysis by FCA US engineers using industry-standard software. No minivan has ever been rated higher.

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Nissan licenses NMRP spray-coated cylinder bore technology to HELLER; production of efficient engines

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has licensed its Nissan Machining Roughening Process (NMRP), a proprietary technology used in making automotive engines, to German machine tool manufacturer Gebr. We expect the licensing of NMRP to HELLER will result in improved quality of products and services as well as customer satisfaction in the automotive industry as a whole.

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Google Self-Driving Car Project and FCA to integrate self-driving technology into 2017 Chrysler Pacifica Hybrid minivan

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The Google Self-Driving Car Project and FCA announced will collaborate to integrate Google’s self-driving technology into all-new 2017 Chrysler Pacifica Hybrid minivans ( earlier post ) to expand Google’s existing self-driving test program. Engineering responsibilities will be shared based on each company’s respective expertise.

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Chrysler to introduce PHEV models in 2016 and 2017 to meet ZEV requirements; new FCA gasoline engine family coming in 2015

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One will be a PHEV version of the new Chrysler Town & Country minivan to be introduced in 2016; the second will be a PHEV version of a new full-size crossover vehicle to be introduced in 2017. FCA will launch a PHEV minivan in 2016 to comply with ZEV requirements. Several mild hybrid applications will come to market shortly thereafter.

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SAIC-GM-Wuling breaks ground for new R&D center and proving ground

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Phase III will feature testing facilities for engines, emission systems, safety systems and new energy vehicles. In addition, several of its products have become industry leaders. The Wuling Rong Guang created China’s large-size minivan segment. Phase IV will have testing facilities for complete vehicles and a modeling center.

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SAIC-GM-Wuling completes expansion of Qingdao mini-commercial vehicle facility; 70% increase in capacity

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Among the products manufactured in Qingdao are the Wuling Rong Guang, Wuling Xingwang and Wuling PN-Series minivans. million vehicles, along with 860,000 engines. The vehicles produced here have helped make GM the global industry leader in China for six straight years. Since its establishment, the facility has produced 1.3

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EPA fuel economy report finds weight and power leveling off, footprint stable

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EPA began collecting industry-wide footprint data in MY 2008. ft 2 (2.4%); cars increased 1 ft 2 (2.1%); minivans/vans increased 1.0 Since MY 2008, market share has shifted towards car SUVs and truck SUVs, and away from cars, pickups, and minivans/vans. The average footprint for pickup trucks increased 1.5 ft 2 (-0.4%).