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Volvo EM90 Minivan Probably Not Coming to North America

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Earlier this year, Volvo teased the all-electric EM90 minivan. However, the model will reportedly be exclusive to Asian markets — disappointing dozens of North American residents who still believe it’s the most practical vehicle type. That’s mighty quick for a minivan, especially one as big (205 inches long) and heavy as the 009.

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Nevs signs framework agreement for 50% stake in transport vehicle manufacturing company in China; electric minivan to portfolio

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National Electric Vehicle Sweden (Nevs) has signed a framework agreement on taking a 50% stake in Chinese transport vehicle manufacturing company New Long Ma ( NLM ). NLM’s product portfolio includes an electric commercial distribution minivan which is a part of the agreement. —Kai Johan Jiang, Chairman of Nevs.

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PwC: Chinese automotive market decelerating faster than anticipated

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The automotive market in China is declining faster than expected due to economic uncertainty and government restrictions over vehicle ownership. While minivans and cars continue to struggle, dropping by 40% and 1.4%, respectively, through the first half of the year, SUV and MPV sales improved by 52% and 34%, respectively, year-over-year to 2.6

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May 2023 – Tesla still dominates the Norwegian EV market

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Growth continued for the Norwegian plugin EV market in May 2023, as combined plugin share hit almost 90%, up from 85% a year ago. more of the remaining market than last year. The overall auto market saw volumes of 13.342 units, up almost 16% YoY, and higher than May 2019. Full electrics alone took almost 81% share, grabbing 7.5%

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

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US manufacturer's suggested retail price is $599. The Jeep Grand Cherokee 4xe is scheduled to arrive in North America early this year and in global markets later in 2022. Portable, lightweight, lockable and weatherproof for indoor/outdoor charging, each unit is universally compatible and backed by a 3-year warranty.

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SAIC-GM-Wuling is China’s first vehicle manufacturer to reach 1M units in sales in 2011

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On October 14, SAIC-GM-Wuling (SGMW) became the first vehicle manufacturer in China to sell 1 million units in the domestic market this year. SGMW continues to explore new opportunities for its products in other markets. SGMW’s sales in the first nine months of 2011 were up 6.6% It is based in Liuzhou, Guangxi.

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Sales of Nissan e-POWER electrified vehicles in Japan surpasses 500,000-unit cumulative milestone

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In March 2018 an e-POWER version of the popular Serena minivan was launched, which was followed by the all-new Kicks SUV e-POWER in June 2020. The Kicks e-POWER also launched in some Asian markets, expanding the availability of e-POWER technology. The Note claimed the best-selling car in Japan title in 2018.1. Earlier post.).

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