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Most interesting of the three concepts is the Chrysler ecoVoyager. We saw the same basic packaging and powertrain on last year’s Ford Airstream concept . It’s a one-box design that crams a fuel cell and battery pack (Surprise! It’s lithium ion again!) into the floor. Because there’s no engine mounted in the nose, the passenger cabin extends in an extreme version of cab-forward design.

The fuel cell acts as only a range-extender, recharging the batteries when necessary for a total range of more than 300 miles. We’re pleased to see that the Art Deco design theme inspired by the Chrysler Crossfire has died with that vehicle. The ecoVoyager is neatly styled with a vaguely Buick Enclave -like look. And that’s a good thing.