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In China, Wuling launches electric minivan, Chevrolet introduces 48V MHEV Monza

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In China, Wuling launched its first electric minivan, the Rong Guang EV, and Chevrolet launched four new Monza variants featuring 48V mild hybrid technology. The commercial version with sealed side and back windows has an all-electric range of 252 kilometers (157 miles) and is available for RMB 83,800 (US$11,800). Rong Guang EV.

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Mopar introduces new at-home plug-in wall chargers for Jeep 4xe models and Chrysler Pacifica

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Mopar is teaming with the expert installation service company Qmerit to offer convenient installation of Level 2 chargers within the United States. Qmerit-certified installers are licensed, insured and screened. New charging units may be ordered with a Jeep or Chrysler-branded faceplate.

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IIHS: small car driver death rates remain high

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While the death rates are adjusted for driver age and gender, they don’t capture other factors that might influence fatality rates, such as the speeds people drive, the number of miles they travel per day and the types of roads they use. Death rates for pickups trended lower by miles driven.

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Junkyard Find: 1987 Toyota Conversion Van

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Chrysler revolutionized the American family-hauler world in the 1984 model year when the Plymouth Voyager and Dodge Caravan minivans first appeared. Toyota made extra room inside this forward-control design by installing a straight-four engine, laid over on its side, beneath the front seats.

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SETEC POWER provides the perfect solution for mobile EV charging

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SETEC Power mobile charging system can be installed on trailers or minivans and provide emergency charging services for electric vehicles anywhere. The SETEC Power mobile charging system is specifically designed for fast charging and uses 60kw DC fast charging technology to provide over 100 miles of range in less than 30 minutes.

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Chrysler debuts all-electric minivan

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Chrysler debuts all-electric minivan Alisa PriddleThe Detroit News April 22, 2009 12:00 PM Chrysler LLC is celebrating Earth Day with the presentation of four all-electric minivans to the United States Postal Service in Washington today.

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Lectric XPedition review: The minivan of e-bikes

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I appreciated that the peddles had a quick pop-and-lock installation, and the process only took me around 20 minutes to finish. The Lectric XPedition is available in one color , “fog grey,” with single and dual battery options, allowing you to ride up to 75 or 150 miles on a signal charge. 85Nm of torque.

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