Canadian Border Problems? Chrysler Has Alternatives

Detroit March 21, 2003: Chrysler spokeswoman Dianna Gutierrez said the company has several other contingency plans in place, including the truck ferry. Chrysler participates in the Free and Secure Trade Act, which has allowed the company to get customs clearance ahead of time for its parts, drivers and trucks. The company also has an exclusive contract with Canadian-Pacific Rail to use an underground rail line that runs under the Ambassador Bridge. Chrysler also has two DC-8 heavy lift airplanes on tap to use in case of border crossing problems, she said.