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Stellantis is Dropping Billions on Ethanol Tech in South America

The Truth About Cars

The automaker said its investments in South America, specifically Brazil, show its confidence in the continent and a desire to reduce emissions with bio-hybrid technologies. Stellantis will eventually offer three variations on the theme, including a hybrid, a plug-in hybrid, and a full EV.

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Volkswagen to offer refreshed Tiguan with new plug-in hybrid powertrain in Europe

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Volkswagen will unveil a refreshed Tiguan SUV later in 2020, featuring new front and rear styling, a redesigned interior and new powertrains, including a plug-in hybrid version for the European market. In October 2019, Volkswagen added a plug-in hybrid drivetrain for the Chinese model. Earlier post.).

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BMW Group is electrifying Plant Araquari in Brazil

Electric Cars Report

Following a record sales for electrified vehicles in Brazil last year, the BMW Group announced local production of the BMW X5, the very first premium plug-in hybrid model built in South America. The BMW Group is strengthening its involvement in Brazil by electrifying the Araquari plant.

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Ford introduces new Fusion midsize sedan with new hybrid and Energi plug-in hybrid versions

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Ford unveiled the new 2013 Ford Fusion midsize sedan, with conventional gasoline engine; hybrid featuring a next-generation of Ford’s hybrid system; and plug-in hybrid versions at the Detroit Auto Show—the first production sedan to offer that trio of options. Fusion Hybrid also features an all-new 2.0-liter

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HELLA and Vahle developing wireless charging systems for plug-in vehicles

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HELLA is working with Paul Vahle GmbH to develop wireless (inductive) charging systems for plug-in vehicles. As wireless charging has become more available and easy to use, it also might allow automakers to reduce battery size and weight on electric and hybrid electric vehicles. Earlier post.) Earlier post.).

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BYD Will Produce Electric & Plug-In Hybrid Vehicles In Camaçari, Brazil

CleanTechnica EVs

BYD has announced that it has finalised an agreement to land in Bahia and will build three factories simultaneously in the Camaçari complex, 50 km from Salvador. This initial investment will be around an investment of more than R$3 billion ($620 million). The complex will consist of three manufacturing units. One of the units will […]

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BYD Debuts PHEV Pickup Truck for Mexican Buyers

The Truth About Cars

It recently revealed a plug-in hybrid truck for the Mexican market, but said it has no plans to bring it north of the border – for now. That said, BYD and other Chinese brands dominate the EV markets in other regions, including South America, where they comprise 87 percent of new electric sales.

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