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We're proud to introduce the country's first ever hybrid minivan: the 2018 Chrysler Pacifica Hybrid. With three available trim levels — the Limited, the Touring L, and the Touring Plus — there's a well-equipped Pacifica for you and your family. The Pacifica has three rows of seating and tons of cargo room, which is enough room for even the largest brood. Discover these five reasons why your family needs the new 2018 Chrysler Pacifica Hybrid. Safety and Security The new Pacifica Hybrid is built to keep your loved ones safe with available features like a 360-degree surround view camera and forward collision warning.  Chrysler's Advanced SafetyTec Group adds dual safety features that include lane departure warning with lane keep assist. Fuel Efficiency The new hybrid minivan by Chrysler boasts an overall driving range of an astonishing 566 miles and total electric-only driving range of 33 miles. This is plenty to get you to a station when the kids distracted you from a gas detour on the way to football practice. Because the Pacifica hybrid is less dependent on gas, driving it is like giving mother nature a friendly hug. Technology Tools The Pacifica has USB ports all over the place — up to six depending on your trim level — and the Uconnect infotainment system with an 8.4-inch screen now comes standard with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto. With a lightning-fast 4G LTE Wi-Fi data connection, the Uconnect infotainment system has a zippier startup to go along with its intuitive software and excellent usability. Two 12-volt outlets offer enough connectivity and charging stations to keep the peace on family outings. Family-Friendly Storage Most hybrids lose a significant amount of cargo space because of their battery packs, but not the Pacifica. The innovative hybrid model offers the same 140.5 cubic feet of cargo space behind the first row as the gas-powered Pacifica. The 2018 Hybrid features some of the world's smartest, redesigned stow-and-go seats that smoothly slide back and forth and are wider, flatter, and more comfortable than ever. An abundance of storage bins acts as an extension of home, conveniently stowing away all of your family's gear. Seating for Everyone This year's revolutionary Hybrid offers seating for seven, and you'll enjoy plenty of headroom in all three rows of seats. The second-row seats slide forward, making it easier for passengers to access the third row. The sliding passenger doors provide a generous opening for loading and unloading the family and groceries. This hybrid minivan has full sets of LATCH car-seat anchors for the younger kids on each of the second and third-row outboard seats. See for yourself how well the new Pacifica Hybrid fits with your family out there in the real world. Head on over to your Chrysler dealer now, and get the standard equipped 2018 Pacifica Hybrid with the MRSP starting at $39,995. With an upscale vibe and durable, high-quality materials, the Pacifica Hybrid is sure to make its way into your family members' hearts for years to come. Image via Dealeron

Fiat-Chrysler has developed its first self-driving electric car concept. The new model concept is called the Portal and it made its debut at the Consumer Electronics Show in Las Vegas, Nevada in January, 2017. It has been showcased at other events since, including the North American International Auto Show. The Portal concept is unique as it includes exciting futuristic features for its minivan model, such as facial recognition, which allows for customization of various features, and communication systems between vehicles and passengers. The Design Goals of the Portal The Portal's primary design goal was to create a concept vehicle that would attract the millennial generation. The design is meant to be an affordable and customizable option for millennials that would evolve along with their needs and wants in a vehicle. The target demographic for the Portal is young twenty-somethings starting out on their own, just beginning to build families and careers. Fiat-Chrysler has the opportunity to create lifelong loyalty in millennials by designing a vehicle that meets their unique needs. The Portal's Battery Power As an electric car, the Portal will run on a chargeable battery. With a full charge, the vehicle will have a range of 250 miles. The Portal also is designed to have a very quick recharge time, as it can drive for 150 miles with just 20 minutes of charging time. This electric vehicle runs on a lithium-ion battery pack, capable of 100 kilowatts per hour. Self-Driving Capabilities and Social Features of the Portal Concept One of the most exciting features of the Portal concept is the self-driving capability of the vehicle. In addition to its ability drive on its own, the Portal also features a camera inside the car for occupants to take group photos and selfies. Also included in the Portal concept is a communication system designed for two or more vehicles to communicate as well as a passenger to passenger communication system. Personalization Features of The Portal The Portal design concept also has facial and voice recognition abilities. The voice and facial recognition features can allow each driver or passenger of the vehicle to customize their driving experience by allowing each occupant to program radio stations and other music preferences according to their tastes. Drivers and passengers have the ability to customize the destination according to their preference, and they are also able to control other features, such as lighting and temperature. These customized preferences of the vehicle occupants will also stay in place even if the occupant chooses to move to a different seat. The Future of the Fiat-Chrysler Portal Model The future is bright for the Portal model concept. Fiat Chrysler plans to either produce the Portal concept in its entirety, or create a very similar vehicle incorporating many of the Portal's features. According to the Fiat-Chrysler CEO, Sergio Marchionne, consumers can expect this new futuristic vehicle to make its debut sometime after 2018. It is possible consumers may see this product launch within the next five years. " IMG_1556 " by K. Chan is licensed by CC BY 2.0

Whether you have a large family or you tend to drive around the entire youth soccer team, you know the spaciousness of a minivan comes in handy. However, there are plenty of other features on the 2017 Chrysler Pacifica hybrid that make it a great vehicle for families. Excellent Fuel Efficiency With the 2017 Pacifica hybrid, you're no longer limited to a sedan or crossover when you're looking for an eco-friendly drive. When you get behind the wheel of America's first-ever hybrid minivan, you'll enjoy an EPA-estimated 84 mpg of gasoline equivalent when using both gas and electricity. With the ability to travel up to 33 miles on a single electric charge, you can run most of your errands without using any gas. Plus, the 566-mile total driving range makes those weekend getaways even easier. Technology Features for Everyone The 2017 Chrysler Pacifica hybrid has entertainment options throughout the vehicle to keep everyone happy no matter how long you're on the road. The 8.4-inch touch-screen display in the front offers access to your music, climate control options, hands-free phone features, and more. Plus, the available 10.1-inch high-definition touch-screen displays that unfold behind the driver and front passenger seatback give second-row passengers the opportunity to play built-in games, surf the web, stream video, watch movies, or play video games from external consoles. Versatile Interior With the innovative Stow 'n Go seating and storage system, you can easily create the interior arrangement you need, whether you're hauling all your kids or large cargo. The 2017 Pacifica Hybrid offers seating for up to seven people and comforts that include leather-trimmed seats, heated front seats, and available ventilated front seats. Plus, with the exclusive Easy Tilt seats in the second row, passengers who are climbing into the third row can get in and out with the simple lift of a lever. Advanced Safety Features Feel secure knowing some of the latest safety features are protecting your family and making your drive a little easier. The available 360-degree surround-view camera gives you a bird's-eye view of your Chrysler Pacifica so you have a better idea of your surroundings. The standard blind spot monitoring system uses sensors to scan your blind spot and lights up an icon in the corresponding side mirror to let you know when a vehicle is there. Plenty of Interior Conveniences Climb inside the Pacifica Hybrid and you'll immediately find yourself surrounded by top comforts and conveniences. The standard manually retractable window shades in the second and third rows help block out the sun and keep your rear seat passengers comfortable. With the remote start system, you can make sure you never get inside your vehicle when it's too hot or too cold ever again. Plus, with tri-zone automatic climate control, you, your front passenger, and your rear passengers can set your own perfect temperatures and let the system maintain each zone. From incredible fuel efficiency to great interior features, when you're looking for a minivan for your family, turn to the 2017 Chrysler Pacifica hybrid. " Chrysler Pacifica Hybrid WAS 2017 1685 " by mariordo59 is licensed by CC BY-SA 2.0