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JANUARY 20, 2014

In Japan, Toyota Motor Corporation launched the completely redesigned Voxy minivan through Netz dealers, and the completely redesigned Noah minivan through Toyota Corolla dealers; hybrid models are scheduled for release on 14 February. Voxy and Noah hybrid minivan specifications. Motor model. Maximum motor output.

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APRIL 6, 2021

Nissan announced that cumulative sales of vehicles with its e-POWER electrified powertrain ( earlier post ) surpassed 500,000 units at the end of March. The e-POWER system uses a highly efficient gasoline engine to generate electricity for the electric motor that propels the vehicle. e-POWER power train (for New Note).

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Green Car Congress

JANUARY 11, 2016

Chrysler unveiled the all-new 2017 Pacifica minivan in both conventional and plug-in hybrid versions at the North American International Auto Show (NAIAS) in Detroit. The PHEV is the minivan segment’s first. Patented by FCA US, the device features two electric motors, which are both capable of driving the vehicle’s wheels.

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Minivan Chrysler Plug-in Hybrid 150

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JUNE 15, 2021

The all-new vehicle inherits the comfort and advanced safety technologies of the Note e-POWER launched last year, with added premium furnishings and system enhancements. e-POWER uses a highly efficient gasoline engine to generate electricity for the electric motor that propels the vehicle.

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Aura Nissan Japan Power 435

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APRIL 16, 2010

The Nikkei reports that Toyota Motor Corp. will introduce a new Prius minivan equipped with Li-ion batteries early next year—the first of a coming rollout of hybrids equipped with Li-ion packs. A hybrid vehicle that Toyota plans to introduce around 2015 will also offer a choice between the two batteries.

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AUGUST 28, 2018

Toyota Motor Corporation (TMC) and Uber Technologies, Inc. To accomplish this, technology from each company will be integrated into purpose-built Toyota vehicles to be deployed on Uber’s ride-sharing network. The initial “Autono-MaaS” (autonomous-mobility as a service) fleet will be based on Toyota’s Sienna Minivan platform.

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JUNE 14, 2011

Components of the flex-fuel PHEV minivan. The 25 Chrysler minivans will join a fleet of 140 Ram 1500 PHEV pickup trucks ( earlier post ) that are being deployed to 12 partners including local municipalities, state governments, universities and energy companies across the United States. The minivan project. Click to enlarge.

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Li-ion Minivan Chrysler PHEV 225

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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. A new sedan model and a concept car will also make their world debuts during GAC Motor’s press conference. GAC Motor will debut the GA4, an all-new signature sedan at 2018 NAIAS.

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SEPTEMBER 8, 2009

Honda Motor will introduce a hybrid version of its Freed minivan around 2011, President Takanobu Ito told The Nikkei in an interview. He also corroborated an earlier report that Honda will introduce a battery electric vehicle by 2015. Earlier post.). Click to enlarge. The Freed is built on the same compact platform as the Fit.

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Green Car Congress

NOVEMBER 14, 2018

Nissan’s e-POWER electrified powertrain ( earlier post ), available in the Serena minivan ( earlier post ), has been named Technology of the Year for 2019 by the Automotive Researchers’ and Journalists’ Conference of Japan (RJC). Serena e-POWER. liter engine.

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EV Specifications

OCTOBER 16, 2023

Nissan Motor Co. today unveiled the Nissan Hyper Tourer, the third in its series of advanced electric vehicle (EV) concepts that will feature at the Japan Mobility Show starting October 25. This all-electric minivan focuses on nurturing and reinforcing the bond between people as they journey together.

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Green Car Reports

JANUARY 17, 2019

China’s GAC Motor introduced a California-designed electric concept vehicle called the Entranze earlier this week in Detroit, at the 2019 North American International Auto Show.

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CleanTechnica EVs

OCTOBER 16, 2021

When British Motor Corporation called for a rugged vehicle (initially for military operations), Sir Alex Issigonis responded with the Mini Moke. The “Moke” is the combination of the drivetrain from a minivan vehicle and a lightweight body […].

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British Motor Minivan Corporation Electric 128

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AUGUST 23, 2016

The Nikkei reports that Honda’s Suzuka factory has begun production of hybrid motors for smaller cars. Honda will mass-produce the motors, which will debut in the redesigned Freed minivan next month, helping to ensure stable output of vehicles. Honda also designed a new motor to accommodate this new magnet.

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Honda Motor Motors Motoring 150

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NOVEMBER 3, 2009

Newly-established Dongfeng Motor Korea (DFMK) will begin importing vehicles from Dongfeng Motor in China—the first incursion of China-built vehicles into the South Korean market. DFMK will sell four models: a one-ton truck, a commercial minivan and a six- and nine-passenger van from April 2010.

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Motor Motors Motoring Minivan 170

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JANUARY 19, 2022

Mopar has introduced new, Wi-Fi-capable, Level 2 (240-volt) charging units for at-home charging for Jeep 4xe and Chrysler plug-in hybrid electric vehicles. The 4xe propulsion system combines two electric motors, a 400-volt battery pack, 2.0-liter Qmerit-certified installers are licensed, insured and screened.

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Jeep Chrysler Plug-in Plug 259

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DECEMBER 22, 2016

the R&D subsidiary of Honda Motor Co., earlier post ), to integrate its self-driving technology with Honda vehicles. As part of the discussion on technical collaboration, Honda could initially provide Waymo with vehicles modified to accommodate Waymo’s self-driving technology. Honda R&D Co., Earlier post.)

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The Truth About Cars

FEBRUARY 15, 2024

Power show that after three years of ownership, vehicle dependability has diminished. Owners are reporting more problems compared to the previous year, with the industry average escalating to 190 problems per 100 vehicles (PP100). In the mass market, Toyota ranks highest with Buick and Chevrolet in a close contest for reliability.

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The Truth About Cars

FEBRUARY 12, 2024

Power show that after three years of ownership, vehicle dependability has diminished. Owners are reporting more problems compared to the previous year, with the industry average escalating to 190 problems per 100 vehicles (PP100). In the mass market, Toyota ranks highest with Buick and Chevrolet in a close contest for reliability.

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Green Car Congress

DECEMBER 15, 2014

It has an initial annual manufacturing capacity of 400,000 vehicles and 400,000 engines to serve the Chinese market. The new base is taking advantage of learnings from the other bases as well as the resources of SGMW’s parent companies—GM China, SAIC and Wuling Motors. stake and Wuling Motors a 5.9% SAIC has a 50.1%

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AUGUST 2, 2010

Sales of new vehicles in Japan climbed 12.9% Automakers “are stepping up marketing activity, urging customers who are still driving old vehicles to buy new ones before the subsidies expire,” says an official at Mitsubishi Motors Corp. Toyota Motor Corp. Honda Motor Co. The subsidies expire at the end of September.

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Japan Green Cars Sale Minivan 218

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MARCH 23, 2014

Industry data supplied by Ford Motor Company and Del Webb, part of the multi-brand homebuilder PulteGroup, show that the baby boomer segment (ages 55 to 64), which comprised the growing market for large homes and made minivans and big SUVs vogue are now shifting to still lavish, but smaller homes and utility vehicles.

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Ford Escape Vehicles Charlotte 261

Green Car Congress

SEPTEMBER 25, 2018

The Nissan e-POWER powertrain is driven by an electric motor that’s powered by a gasoline engine—i.e, The 100% electric motor drive system treats drivers to powerful acceleration, quiet operation and exceptional fuel efficiency. a series hybrid. The role of the gasoline engine is strictly to generate electric power.

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Japan Nissan Power Powered 285

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MAY 22, 2012

Toyota Motor Corporation (TMC) announced that global cumulative sales of its hybrid vehicles—passenger car and commercial—topped the 4-million unit mark as of 30 April. TMC currently sells 18 hybrid, passenger vehicle models in approximately 80 countries and regions around the world. Click to enlarge.

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OCTOBER 28, 2011

billion (US$173 million), has increased the production capacity of SGMW’s Qingdao plant by 70% to 510,000 vehicles annually. It will help SGMW keep up with the strong demand for its Wuling brand mini-commercial vehicles. Among the products manufactured in Qingdao are the Wuling Rong Guang, Wuling Xingwang and Wuling PN-Series minivans.

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GM Commercial Minivan Vehicles 199

Green Car Congress

NOVEMBER 8, 2012

Cumulative sales in Japan of Toyota Motor Corporation (TMC) hybrid vehicles—including plug-in hybrids— reached 2.04 Globally, cumulative sales of TMC-produced hybrid vehicles since the first was launched in 1997 have now topped 4.60 Global annual sales of TMC hybrids. Click to enlarge. million units as of 31 October.

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Japan Toyota Hybrid Sale 268

Baua Electric

MARCH 1, 2024

Li Auto has officially launched its first-ever battery EV, a multi-purpose vehicle (MPV) called the Mega. Priced at over RMB 560,000 ($77,800), Li Auto expects the luxury minivan to be a top seller in its segment, contributing to its target of 800,000 vehicles sold this year. Not bad for a glorified minivan. Dope or nope?

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Green Car Congress

FEBRUARY 14, 2019

The largest sources of transportation CO 2 emissions in 2017 were passenger cars (41.4%); medium- and heavy- 5 duty trucks (23.1%); light-duty trucks, which include sport utility vehicles, pickup trucks, and minivans (17.1%); commercial aircraft (6.7%); other aircraft (3.1%); rail (2.3%); pipelines (2.3%); and ships and boats (2.2%).

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Green Car Reports

MAY 6, 2014

Nissan officially started production of its second electric vehicle, the Nissan e-NV200 small van, at its assembly plant in Barcelona, Spain.

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Clean Fleet Report

NOVEMBER 17, 2022

Chrysler has the market locked-up for anyone needing a seven passenger vehicle that can go a very long way on a tank of fuel. Chrysler calls it a “multipurpose vehicle,” but we will stick with modern minivan. Chrysler calls it a “multipurpose vehicle,” but we will stick with modern minivan. How It Works.

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Green Car Congress

NOVEMBER 22, 2013

At the Tokyo Motor Show, Honda Motor Co., VEZEL, says Honda, offers the dynamic qualities of an SUV, the elegance of a coupe and the functionality of a minivan. direct injection engine with a high-output motor, and the gasoline model will be equipped with a 1.5 unveiled the VEZEL production model. VEZEL Hybrid.

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NOVEMBER 6, 2012

General Motors and its joint ventures sold an October-record 251,812 vehicles in China. During the first 10 months of 2012, GM and its joint ventures sold 2,333,624 vehicles in China, an increase of 10.5% Shanghai GM sold 117,611 vehicles in China during October, a year-on-year increase of 13.8%. Sales were up 14.3%

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Green Car Reports

AUGUST 14, 2017

Most North Americans and Europeans will likely never have heard of Baojun, but it's one of many brands operated under General Motors' SAIC-GM-Wuling joint venture in China.

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GM China Minivan General Motors 101

Green Car Congress

AUGUST 24, 2011

Mazda Motor Corporation has become the world’s first automaker—according to Mazda’s data as of 22 August—successfully to recycle scrapped bumpers from end-of-life vehicles (ELVs) into raw material for new vehicle bumpers.

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Mazda Vehicles Minivan Japan 210

The Truth About Cars

DECEMBER 22, 2023

That it’s such a massive vehicle and yet has but four seats is inexcusable, too. While it’s not as legendary of a nameplate as other icons of motoring, the Pathfinder was once a rugged body-on-frame SUV that could go just about anywhere, it’s now a minivan without the utility of a minivan. Nissan Pathfinder: Argh.

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Cars Minivan Jeep Toyota 110

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MARCH 7, 2012

General Motors and its joint ventures sold 240,554 cars and trucks in China in February, setting a record for the month. It was led by the SRX luxury utility vehicle, which had sales of 1,527 units. Benefiting from Sunshine minivan sales of 50,950 units, the Wuling brand sold 117,969 units in China. million vehicles in China.

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Clean Fleet Report

JUNE 5, 2021

All-New, All-Hybrid Family-Friendly Minivan. To further its electrification commitment, Toyota has released two 2021 hybrid-only models–the Venza crossover and the Sienna minivan. Next up for 2021 is the all-new Sienna Hybrid minivan, which previously was powered only by a gasoline V6. Story and photos by John Faulkner.

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