Ontario Ministry of Health and Long-Term Care Announces Chrysler Minivan Purchase

WINDSOR, Ontario, May 23, 2008; Ontario Deputy Premier and Minister of Health and Long-Term Care George Smitherman today announced that his organization would purchase 100 Dodge Grand Caravan minivans. The announcement came on the front steps of Chrysler's Windsor (Ontario) Assembly Plant where the vehicles are made.

"We're proud to work with the Windsor Chrysler plant to offer this made-in-Ontario economic solution," said Minister Smitherman. "It's one which brings health care and people together and also helps the province in the process."

During the tour of the plant, Smitherman was greeted by employees who worked to assemble the province's new vehicles. Upon the conclusion of the tour, Smitherman was even granted the opportunity to drive one of the 100 new Dodge Grand Caravan minivans off the assembly line.

"Many governmental agencies buy our great products and this is another great display of support by the Ministry of Health," said Ken Lewenza, President of CAW Local 444. "The men and women of Local 444 are building some of the best products in the world, and with this kind of support, we will continue to do so, long into the future."

"Today's announcement demonstrates how versatile these vehicles truly are. Dodge and Chrysler minivans are a source of tremendous pride for the employees of Chrysler Canada, as well as a symbol of quality manufacturing for Windsor, Ontario and all of Canada," said Marcel Breault, Windsor Assembly Plant Manager. "Windsor's CAW locals 444, 1498, 195 and ONA local 8 are a big part of this plant's success."

Production of the all-new minivans began in August 2007, following a $768 million (Can.) investment to the plant's manufacturing and paint operations. That investment provided extensive improvements to accommodate the new minivans' advanced production requirements and the Company's Smart Manufacturing methods.

The Government of Ontario committed a $76.8 million investment through the Ontario Automotive Investment Strategy to support the project, and the Canadian federal government committed $46 million. The investments are critical to ensuring the industry's competitiveness in a global marketplace.

About the Dodge Grand Caravan

The modern minivan was invented by Chrysler in 1983. Since then, Chrysler has sold more than 12 million minivans and invented more than 60 minivan firsts that not only have revolutionized the minivan segment, but made their way into other vehicle segments as well.

The new Dodge Grand Caravan again raises the bar for the minivan segment. No other minivan in the marketplace offers the combination of functionality, flexibility and clever features available on the 2008 Dodge Grand Caravan family of minivans. The Grand Caravan sets a new standard for the minivan segment with 35 new or improved features that make it the best vehicle to transport people and things. With all-new exterior and interior designs, three different seating and storage options, new more powerful drivetrain options and clever interior features, the 2008 Dodge Grand Caravan has evolved to become a vehicle that offers the ultimate flexibility and utility.

About Chrysler's Windsor Assembly Plant

Chrysler's Windsor Assembly Plant was built in 1928. Production of minivans began there in 1983. It became one of the first Chrysler plants to implement flexible manufacturing strategy in 2003. The 4.01 million square-foot, 4,800-employee facility builds both the Dodge Grand Caravan and Chrysler Town & Country minivans. It has operated on three shifts for the past 15 years. It is the largest of Chrysler's 14 North American assembly plants.

About Chrysler Canada

Founded as the Chrysler Corporation in 1925, Chrysler Canada Inc. celebrates its 83rd anniversary in 2008. Chrysler Canada is based in Windsor, Ontario, and is the second largest manufacturer and wholesaler of passenger vehicles in the Canadian auto industry. The Company is introducing new Chrysler, Jeep® and Dodge vehicles and technology into the Canadian market at an unprecedented rate. Chrysler Canada is a wholly owned subsidiary of Chrysler LLC, one of the world's leading automotive companies. A unit of Cerberus Capital management, Chrysler has a global stakeholder base, globally known brands and a global outlook.