Tag Archives: Minivans

Report: New Volkswagen Microbus could come to the United States

Hippies can now rejoice – Volkswagen plans on offering a new version of its iconic Microbus to the United States. The move comes as the company plans on boosting sales to 1 million units in the market by 2018. “If that could come into the market at some point in the future, that would be [...]

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Report: BMW to make a gas-electric i5 people carrier…yes, basically a BMW minivan

This bit of news is sure to be a bit upsetting to the purist. Reports are saying that BMW is planning on introducing their first ever MPV/people carrier/minivan crossover…or whatever you may to call it. BMW? Minivan? You can’t be serious…! BMW insiders have apparently told some reporters that they’ll be expanding the “i” lineup, [...]

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Hyundai Hexa Space Concept

Hyundai Hexa Space Concept revolutionizes interior room

New Delhi’s Auto show has given us the DC Design Avanti, but there are slightly more down to earth concepts as well, such as this, the Hyundai Hexa Space HND-7 concept. Given that small minivans are merely appliances for soccer moms/dads and fleets, the food blender notation for the name isn’t out of place, but [...]

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2012 Detroit: Chrysler 700C Concept

2012 Detroit: Chrysler 700C Concept hints at future minivan for U.S.

Chrysler Group today quietly unveiled a surprise concept at the 2012 Detroit Auto Show known as the 700C. The Chrysler 700C Concept hints at a future minivan model and will remain on display during the public days to gauge customer reaction. As previously reported, Chrysler plans on offering just one van in the United States [...]

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Ford C MAX Hybrid

Ford C-MAX Hybrid, C-MAX Energi plug-in hybrid deliver leading fuel-economy and range

It may be long overdue, but Ford will sell two Prius fighters next year which, on paper seem to have their work cut out for them: the C-Max Hybrid and C-Max Energi plug in hybrid. Pricing is not yet in the picture, but we can report that both the conventional hybrid and the plug in [...]

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Chrysler will offer just one minivan, will badge them differently in the U.S. and Canada

Chrysler will offer just one minivan, will badge them differently in the U.S. and Canada

Minivans – what a boring segment – however, we’re pretty sure that someone, somewhere out there cares about them so we’re here to update you on some minivan news. Chrysler, which has dominated the segment for around 28 years. plans on offering just one single model that will be branded differently in the United States [...]

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Dodge and Toyota in a tight race for minivan segment leader

Dodge and Toyota in a tight race for minivan segment leader

Minivans – while boring, the segment is a very important one in the United States. The current battle for minivans has to main competitors, Toyota and Dodge. While Toyota is catching up fast, Dodge still leads the segment wit ha total of 92,930 Grand Caravan units sold through the first 10 months of 2011. Toyota [...]

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Soccer moms rejoice: 5 minivans earn IIHS’ Top Safety Pick Award

Soccer moms rejoice: 5 minivans earn IIHS’ Top Safety Pick Award

Five minivan models have earned the 2011 Top Safety Pick award from the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety. The winners are the safest vehicles around, with better rollover crash protection than other models. Other qualifying factors include the highest ratings for side, frontal, and rear crash protection, along with electronic stability control. On the top [...]

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2012 Nissan Quest price starts at $27,750

It is now time for news about one of our least favorite segments – minivans. However, when it comes to minivans our enthusiast mindset gears us towards the 260-hp 3.5 liter V6 Nissan Quest. For the 2012 model year, prices for the Quest start at $27,750 for the 3.5 S and top out at $41,350 [...]

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Video: Man in China caught carrying 66 people in his small minivan

Video: Man in China caught carrying 66 people in his small minivan

China is known for breaking and holding on to world records. However, this time it’s not something to be proud of. Local police in China’s Hebei Province came across a small passenger minivan that was designed to transfer up to eight people. When police pulled over the man, they found the man was carrying a [...]

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