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Compact RAM Pickup a Consideration: Exec Says
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Though a final decision has not yet been made, a Chrysler executive confirmed that a compact Ram pickup is currently being mulled over as engineers study several platforms that it could potentially be built on.
Dodge Dart Hatchback Maybe Revealed in Patent Drawings
Dubious news about a Dodge Dart hatchback is surfacing after an Italian forum posted patent drawings depicting what could be a hatchback version of the brand’s high mpg poster boy. Then again, maybe not.
2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee Cut Short for Diesel in 2014
Anyone thinking about buying a new Jeep Grand Cherokee would be wise to wait until next January when the truck will pick up an eight-speed transmission.
Ford Explorer, Chrysler 200 Defect Investigations Opened by NHTSA
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration has opened preliminary investigations today into two vehicles, the 2011 Ford Explorer for power steering issues, and the 2011 Chrysler 200 for engine stalling.
Chrysler Imported From Gotham Commercial Released
The latest and final installment in the Batman trilogy entitled ‘Dark Knight Rises’ is set to come out next month, and Chrysler is preparing for the launch with it’s newest slogan, ‘Imported from Gotham.’
Chrysler Offering Gift Cards for Crowdsourced Ad Material
In an effort to generate pre-release hype for the Dodge Dart, Chrysler is offering gift cards to a limited number of people who snap pictures of the new compact as it heads to dealerships.
Automakers Spend Big to Reserve New Domains
So just how much are automakers laying down to pick up the rights to .Ford, for example? Truckloads, but it’s probably one of the best marketing investments since the TV ad.
Chrysler Launches ‘Imported from Gotham City’ Contest
On July 20th, the highly-anticipated “The Dark Knight Rises” will hit movie theaters, but leading up to that is an opportunity of a life time thanks to Chrysler‘s partnership with Warner Bros. Pictures.
Dodge Dart Dealer Allocation Depends on Caliber Sales
People who like the Dodge Dart but haven’t noticed their neighbors driving the Caliber might have to migrate a little to find a dealer with the new compact in stock.
Sergio Marchionne Spied Driving SRT Viper on Memorial Day
Update: Chrysler called us to clarify that it wasn’t Marchionne, but instead Roy Peters, the project’s lead electrical engineer. Coasting along with traffic, eastbound on Interstate 69 through Michigan, we were road testing a 2012 Jeep Compass when several car lengths in the distance a ragtag convoy of cars swarmed around a single sports coupe.
Fiat Won’t Acquire Mazda Stake: Chairman Says
When Mazda and Fiat announced plans to co-develop the next MX-5 Miata and Alpha Romeo Spyder the auto news industry quickly went abuzz with speculation.
Chrysler 300C Launching in China Next Month
Despite an unpopular initial offering, the Chrysler 300C will return to China late next month for a second stab at the country’s burgeoning luxury market.
Chrysler Town & Country Axed, Dodge Dart SRT4 on its Way
The original minivan will officially be retired in 2014, Chrysler–Fiat CEO Sergio Marchionne has revealed. That same year Jeep will also axe the Compass crossover while a high-performance version of the new Dart compact will be launched in the coming years.
Fiat-Mazda Relationship Could Grow Beyond Sports Coupe
Following news about Mazda and Fiat working together to build a new Miata and Alfa Romeo coupe, Fiat Chief Executive Sergio Marchionne hinted that the Fiat-Mazda relationship has potential to expand even further.
Chrysler Promotion Delays First Payment Three Months
Chrysler just announced a new promotion that spans its list of sub brands, except for SRT, to delay payments on the purchase of any new vehicle for 90 days.
Top 10 Cheapest Cars Available with a V8 Engine
Today’s cars all seem to be focused on delivering fun driving experience that’s still friendly on gas. Those two elements are often an important factor in a car purchase, but sometimes you just want to feral thrill of a big, loud engine.
Chrysler Town & Country Recalled for Faulty Liftgate: 471 Units Affected
Chrysler is recalling 471 Town & Country minivans because of a liftgate issue that might increase the risk of a limb being caught during closing.
119,700 Chrysler 300, Dodge Charger Sedans Recalled
Oh the irony! After being selected as Top Safety Picks by the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) and earning a five-star safety rating from NHTSA, the Chrysler 300 and Dodge Charger sedans are being recalled for a possible malfunction of its anti-lock braking system (ABS) and electronic stability control (ESC). In total 119,700 vehicles…
Electric Vehicle Fast Charging System Demonstrated at Electric Vehicle Symposium 26
Marking a milestone in one of the key hindrances to plague electric vehicles (EVs) thus far, eight of the word’s automakers have agreed to unify on a harmonized charging system capable of a 15-minute recharge.
Four Chrysler Plants to Skip Summer Shutdown
Hot off its huge first quarter where sales jumped 33 percent, Chrysler will have four of its North American plants skip the normal two week summer shutdown this year.
Chrysler’s New Detroit Office Solidifies Connection to City
Detroit is the place to be in America if you are in the auto business, and Chrysler is marking its presence in the city by taking up an office in downtown Detroit.
Jeep Wrangler Dragon Design Concept Bows at Beijing Auto Show
Judging from the series of releases at the Beijing Auto Show, China is far and away the most important market for global automakers. A trend first started by high-end luxury brands, Jeep is hopping on the bandwagon by introducing the Jeep Wrangler Dragon design concept, a China-market-exclusive vehicle that features a “dragon design” theme to commemorate…
2012 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited Altitude Special Edition Revealed- Video
The Jeep Wrangler Unlimited is the latest addition to the Altitude special edition family from Jeep, and the full details on the new Wrangler are out. The Altitude package adds some paint and plastic to give the Wrangler unique style. A body color hardtop, paint matched center bumper sections, 18-inch alloy wheels painted black with…
Chrysler Town & Country Plug-In Hybrid Specs Revealed
Last week, Chrysler announced delivery of four plug-in hybrid Town & Country minivans to the Auburn Hills city of Michigan as the initial part of an extensive two-year hybrid development project worth $25.8 million. Today, company delivered eight more units to the Duke Energy utility company as part of the two-year project. As the only minivan to boast a…
