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IIHS: Minivans Don't Do Enough to Protect Rear Passengers

The Truth About Cars

Minivans are undefeated as family haulers, but a recent announcement from the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) casts doubt on their ability to protect the precious cargo in their back seats. All of the minivans on sale in the U.S.

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Kia EV5, Volvo electric minivan, Nissan Leaf replacement, EV quality issues: Today’s Car News

Green Car Reports

Volvo teases an electric minivan. Nissan is reportedly readying a Leaf replacement. The Kia EV5 bows from China but looks ready to tackle ID.4. And why do EV owners see more quality issues? This and more, here at Green Car Reports.

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Volvo EM90 electric minivan will help reshape EV lineup for China

Green Car Reports

Volvo on Thursday announced its first minivan—in fully electric form—and confirmed the model for China. The Swedish automaker says that the upcoming model, called EM90, is designed to make the most of time spent in the car, “like a Scandinavian living room on the move.”

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Volvo EM90 Minivan Probably Not Coming to North America

The Truth About Cars

Earlier this year, Volvo teased the all-electric EM90 minivan. While minivans have become pure poison on our market, Asian countries still utilize them due to the fact that they offer more interior space than just about everything else. That’s mighty quick for a minivan, especially one as big (205 inches long) and heavy as the 009.

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Volvo teases first 100% electric minivan, the EM90 is like a ‘Scandinavian living room’

Electrek

Volvo ’s first all-electric minivan is on its way. The Swedish automaker teased the electric EM90 minivan Thursday, claiming it’s like a “Scandinavian living room on the move.” more… The post Volvo teases first 100% electric minivan, the EM90 is like a ‘Scandinavian living room’ appeared first on Electrek.

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

Green Car Congress

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 minivan comes with electric power steering (EPS) and is equipped with a driver’s side air bag for added safety. Rong Guang EV. cubic meters of cargo space.

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Stellantis Recalls 76,000 Chrysler Pacifica Hybrid Minivans To Fix Engine Issue

Electric Cars Report

Stellantis is recalling 76,000 Chrysler plug-in hybrid minivans because a short circuit could cause the engine to unexpectedly shut down. The recall covers 67,000 2017-23 Chrysler Pacifica Hybrid minivans in the United States and about 9,000 in other countries. The sudden loss of drive power increases the risk of a crash.

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