Green Car Congress

JUNE 10, 2014

By 2025, more than 75% of all new pickup trucks produced in North America will be aluminum-bodied, according to a survey of automakers conducted by global consulting and research firm Ducker Worldwide and commissioned by The Aluminum Association’s Aluminum Transportation Group (ATG). lbs (248 kg), SUVs at 410.3 Click to enlarge.

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Green Car Congress

MAY 6, 2014

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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Green Car Congress

MARCH 8, 2011

Toyota Motor Corporation (TMC) announced global cumulative sales of its hybrid vehicles have topped the 3-million mark, with more than 3.03 Next came the second-generation Prius in 2003 and the expanded use of TMC’s hybrid system on such vehicles as minivans, SUVs, rear-wheel-drive sedans and hatchbacks. Click to enlarge.

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Green Car Congress

JANUARY 8, 2018

China-based GAC Motor will feature its existing sedan, SUV, minivan and NEV at the 2018 North American International Auto Show (NAIAS) in Detroit. GAC will also release its first compact new-energy concept SUV designed for the North American market, called the Enverge. —Yu Jun, President of GAC Motor.

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Green Car Congress

JANUARY 4, 2011

Its manufacturing joint ventures and major brands all set new annual sales marks, enabling GM to remain the leader among global automakers in its largest market (US sales crested 2.2 GM became the first global automaker to sell more than 2 million vehicles in China in a single year earlier in 2010. Earlier post.)

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Green Car Congress

SEPTEMBER 23, 2015

While overall sales growth has been slowing and market share battles are becoming increasingly competitive in the Chinese car and minivan market, the SUV and multipurpose vehicles (MPV) segments show significant strength. —Rick Hanna, Global Automotive Leader, PwC. million and 1.2 million units sold, respectively.

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Green Car Reports

JANUARY 9, 2011

While Toyota dominates global hybrid production, Ford was the first company to launch a hybrid SUV: the Ford Escape Hybrid, in 2004. Now, Ford is pioneering another hybrid model: the small minivan, or as Europeans call it, the people carrier.

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Baua Electric

MARCH 19, 2025

The A-Class sedan, which is currently on sale in India and the hatchback version, as well as the B-Class minivan, will be phased out as part of this restructuring. Check out Upcoming Cars in India 2024 , Best SUVs in India. They are likely to stay in production until 2026.

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The Truth About Cars

SEPTEMBER 25, 2024

While it lacks the looks and some of the features of its more luxurious sibling, it’s priced $2,500 lower and seems to be arriving at a point where shoppers might be more willing to re-engage with minivans due to their relative affordability. Global production would cease in 2016, leaving the Dodge Caravan as the only holdover minivan.

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Green Car Congress

MARCH 31, 2009

On the product side, the summary asserted that: GM earns a disproportionate share of its profits from high-margin trucks and SUVs and is thus vulnerable to energy cost-driven shifts in consumer demand. In the near term, Chrysler is planning to lift profitability by focusing on its more profitable truck and SUV segments.

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Teslarati

NOVEMBER 26, 2024

to manufacture its multipurpose vehicle (MPV), the Staria minivan. While increasing Staria production, The South Korean automaker plans to introduce mid- to large-sized SUVs and MPVs from its Hyundai and Genesis brands. Hyundai has steadily been growing its presence in the global EV market.

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Baua Electric

OCTOBER 27, 2024

SUVs were 53% of EV and 83% of PHEV sales in 2023 They’re heavier and less aerodynamic—thus less efficient—than cars Broadly, SUVs emit 20% more CO2 than cars regardless of powertrain Reflecting overall industry trends, most electric vehicles and plug-in hybrids sold in the U.S. of EV sales, but just 10% of plug-in hybrid sales.

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Charged EVs

JUNE 2, 2023

The 2025 Volkswagen ID.Buzz electric minivan has been coming to North America for a long, long time. built Atlas 3-row SUV, a vehicle large enough that North America will be its single largest market. On the other hand, it’s a minivan with sliding side doors. Then VW launched the U.S.-built So the U.S. Whatever it is, U.S.

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Baua Electric

SEPTEMBER 26, 2024

Read more While hybrid gas-electric cars from Toyota are observing renewed popularity, global sales slump and competition in domestic markets are weighing down on the carmaker. Global output, including that of subsidiaries Daihatsu Motor Co. Global output, including that of subsidiaries Daihatsu Motor Co. Global sales fell 3.7

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Baua Electric

JANUARY 17, 2024

Volvo CEO boasts pricing power for EVs On Wednesday, Rowan told Reuters at the Global Markets Forum that Volvo sees a growth opportunity in the EV segment. The electric SUV will be available in two versions: A single-motor extended range and a twin-motor performance model. It even launched its first electric minivan in China (EM90).

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EV Central

NOVEMBER 15, 2024

But the actual Geely brand is the next to launch in Australia, and when it arrives in the first half of 2025, the EX5 electric SUV will be the first vehicle it offers. But according to the brand, this EV is designed to be more “approachable” on price than others in the medium-size SUV space. READ MORE: How much?

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Baua Electric

JANUARY 9, 2025

Despite its smaller size, Volvos cheapest electric SUV is already having a massive impact on sales. Volvo EX30 secures nearly 100,000 in sales in 2024 After delivering the first models in December 2023, Volvo anticipated its new lower-priced electric SUV would become one of its best sellers in the coming years.

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Baua Electric

OCTOBER 2, 2024

Volvo’s cheapest electric SUV is proving to be the growth driver the brand hoped for. In September, the EX30 was the third best-selling Volvo model as EVs approached a quarter of global sales. Volvo EX30 drives EV sales growth in September Volvo sold 62,458 vehicles globally in September, an increase of 1% from last year.

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Cars That Think

JANUARY 6, 2025

In China, which accounts for about two-thirds of global electrified sales , buyers are flocking to plug-in hybrids, or PHEVs, which combine a gas engine with a rechargeable battery pack. Li Autos Li L9, shown here at a 2024 auto show in Tianjin, China, is an extended-range hybrid SUV designed for Chinas wide-open spaces.

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Plug In Partners

MAY 20, 2008

Nissan also expects to sell a lineup of electric vehicles globally by 2012. Mr. Ghosn said Nissan envisioned a broad range of electric vehicles , starting with small cars, and adding: “It’s not only about a small city car or a small minivan. It can also be about a small commercial vehicle and a small crossover.”

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EV Central

JANUARY 3, 2024

With the decline of sales of large family sedans globally, it’s not known if the ES90 will be offered in all markets or if it will be restricted to China. According to recent leaked documents seen by Autocar the Volvo ES90 is already at the prototype stage ahead of production beginning as soon as late next year.

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Electric Auto Association

APRIL 1, 2021

“Mothers are driving the kids, the dog, and lots of stuff around town and there haven’t been a lot of electric minivans. And a lot of moms out there want to do their part around global climate change,” she continued. Many EVs are made for the luxury market, which is more traditionally men.”

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Baua Electric

OCTOBER 7, 2024

sales in September Toyota has a three-row electric SUV on the way in 2026 Toyota believes it’s nearing the point where sales of hybrids, plug-in hybrids, electric vehicles, and hydrogen fuel-cell vehicles will overtake pure internal-combustion cars in the U.S. Much of the heavy lifting is being done by hybrids.

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Clean Fleet Report

JANUARY 24, 2025

Honda: 0 Saloon and 0 SUV Prototypes Two Honda 0 Series (pronounced zero) concepts were displayedthe Saloon and SUV. The SUV will go on sale in early 2026 while the Saloon is scheduled for late 2026. Mobileye Global Inc., Zeeker describes the Mix as A family-friendly SUV with maximized interior space and a unique design.

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Green Car Congress

DECEMBER 17, 2015

liter opposed-piston, gasoline compression ignition engine applicable to large passenger vehicles, pick-up trucks, SUVs and minivans. Dan Hancock, president, DMH Strategic Consulting, retired vice president, GM Powertrain Global Engineering, past president of SAE International, and a member of Achates’ Industry Advisory Board.

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Baua Electric

JULY 6, 2023

“Within Stellantis, the Fiat brand now has the scale and the platforms to be competitive globally,” he stated. Francois stated that within the later two years Fiat will foundation two brandnew globally centered fashions. All 3 are constructed at Stellantis’ manufacturing facility in Kenitra, Morocco.

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Baua Electric

SEPTEMBER 25, 2024

Volvo adjusted its 100% EV sales goal and now expects 90% to 100% of global sales to be electrified by 2030. By the end of next year, Volvo sees 50% to 60% of global sales being electrified. The smaller electric SUV was already the second best-selling EV in Europe last month, behind Tesla’s Model Y.

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Baua Electric

JUNE 29, 2024

We’re exiting the gasoline era with a focus on SUVs and the new Swift , followed by a period of EV growth starting in the second half of 2025.” More importantly, the concept highlights Suzuki’s intention to retain its off-road legacy by delivering “a true Suzuki SUV driving experience” in the electric era.

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Baua Electric

OCTOBER 23, 2024

Starting at $34,950, Volvo’s compact electric SUV will be among the most affordable EV options on the market. Volvo EV goals (Source: Volvo Cars) Volvo still expects to outpace premium rivals with the three-row EX90 electric SUV ( see our review ) also rolling out in the US and the luxury EM90 minivan in China.

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Baua Electric

OCTOBER 24, 2024

The automaker uses similar wind-tunnel technology at other facilities globally, but the Michigan facility can accommodate larger vehicles—including EVs based on the STLA Large and STLA Frame platforms. EV sales and 100% European EV sales by 2030, with 75 models globally by that time. Stellantis is targeting 50% U.S.

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Clean Fleet Report

JANUARY 11, 2022

Jeep global CEO Christian Meunier closed out 2021 by announcing his brand’s goal of becoming the “zero emission freedom brand,” with the Jeep Wrangler 4xe plug-in hybrid (PHEV) as its first example. The Wrangler Rubicon 4xe, however, with four doors and a longer wheelbase meant the ride would be more in-line with other SUVs.

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Green Car Congress

JANUARY 3, 2017

The four modes or generations of family transportation have been defined as station wagons, minivans, SUVs and crossovers; millennials will seek their own version of a family vehicle. Redundant steering and brake actuators, and a redundant power source.

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Baua Electric

MARCH 19, 2024

Volvo’s new EVs see Ferrari-like wait times After unveiling the EX90 almost two years ago, Volvo’s flagship electric SUV is still in hot demand. Volvo set new global sales (+113,000 EVs) and revenue records last year. Volvo is also launching its first luxury electric minivan, the EM90 , in China.

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Baua Electric

OCTOBER 27, 2024

That left Honda severely behind in the global race toward long-range electric vehicles that Tesla kicked off in 2012 with its Model S. Honda did a deal with GM to develop its own electric SUV, the Prologue, on Blazer EV underpinnings. Honda did a deal with GM to develop its own electric SUV, the Prologue, on Blazer EV underpinnings.

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Baua Electric

MARCH 10, 2025

Japan, home to the worlds top automakers, has not kept pace with the global shift to autonomous driving, so far led by China and the U.S. ” Check out Upcoming Cars in India 2024 , Best SUVs in India. The driverless technology from Nissan Motor Corp., But momentum is building. Waymo is going to land in Japan this year.

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Tony Karrer Delicious EVdriven

APRIL 16, 2009

Following that, according Chryslers filings, will come electric-powered cars, SUVs and crossovers, some based on Fiat vehicles, according to the "viability plan" Chrysler submitted to the Treasury Department. Possibilities include a minivan and an Jeep Wrangler-like off-roader. A Time Warner Company. All Rights Reserved.

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Tony Karrer Delicious EVdriven

APRIL 21, 2009

Our PRIUS+ Project Photos PHEV Resources Global Warming Take Action News and Events Contact Us How Carmakers are Responding to the Plug-In Hybrid Opportunity If you ask, "have major auto-makers come around on PHEVs?", About CalCars Plug-In Hybrids FAQ How to Get a PHEV Where PHEVs are Carmakers Say. todays answer is "Yes -- but not yet."

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