Most automakers are focused on making electric cars, but Fiat Chrysler Automobiles is working on an electric minivan. The development of a plug-in hybrid minivan is a large undertaking, but Fiat Chrysler is credited with inventing the minivan, so if anyone can do it, they can! Back in January, Fiat Chrylser CEO Sergio Marchionne confirmed… Continue reading Chrysler wants to be the first with a plug-in hybrid minivan
Almost a year ago, news leaked out the Porsche was planning on integrating plug-in technology into it’s upcoming Macan SUV. Then late last year, and article from TopGear put the brakes on that idea. Porsche’s hybrid powertrain manager Manfred Schurman said the Cayenne S e-Hybrid package is too large to fit into the smaller Macan… Continue reading Porsche Macan Plug-in Hybrid is planned…. again
At the Shanghai Auto Show, Cadillac unveiled their rear wheel drive CT6 flagship sedan that will be available with a plug-in hybrid model. At the Auto Show, GM stated the CT6 PHEV will “more than double” the economy of the sedan that provides a “combination of exceptional fuel economy, crisp acceleration and strong electric driving… Continue reading Cadillac CT6 PHEV debuts at Shanghai Motor Show [pics]
In an interview with USA TODAY, Chevrolet’s marketing boss Tim Mahoney confirmed the Bolt will keep it’s name, even if almost indistinguishable from the Volt name. After the Washington Automotive Press Association, USA TODAY pulled Mahoney aside to ask him about the upcoming Bolt Electric Vehicle. Mahony said he approved the Bolt name, saying that… Continue reading Official: Upcoming EV from GM will keep the ‘Bolt’ name says Chevy marketing boss
Although rumors were floating that the Mini Superleggera EV concept was headed for production in 2018, Mini’s top executive Peter Schwarzenbauer has says the Superleggera would be a “great addition to the Mini Range […] I cannot confirm that it has been approved yet.” Schwarzenbauer said he is “still pushing” to get the production model… Continue reading Mini Superleggera still being discussed
The Chevy Spark EV is only available in Oregon, California, and sometime later this summer, Maryland. If you live in one of those 3 states, however, Chevrolet has welcome news – the price of the base model 2015 Spark EV LT is now $25,995. Lease options are being advertised as low as $139 per month… Continue reading Chevrolet Spark EV gets price lowered $1,650
Today Cadillac announced they are decreasing the price of the 2016 Cadillac ELR by $9,000 bringing the price down to $65,995 before any tax incentives. Cadillac also made mention of other improvements over the previous model year ELR. For the 2016 Cadillac ELR, a revised electric drive system increases power and torque by more than… Continue reading Cadillac ELR gets price cut, faster 0-60 time
The Fiat 500e has been affected by another major recall. A year ago, the 500e was recalled for a possible power loss condition, and now, 5,660 Fiat Electric Vehicles are being recalled for a possible electric propulsion system shutdown. eport Receipt Date: MAR 27, 2015 NHTSA Campaign Number: 15V179000 Component(s): ELECTRICAL SYSTEM Manufacturer: Chrysler (FCA… Continue reading All Fiat 500e vehicles recalled for possible electric propulsion system shutdown
