Sep 2, 2007
AUBURN HILLS, Mich., Sept. 1 -- Chrysler's Street and Racing Technology (SRT(R)) organization continues the SRT4(R) legacy with the introduction of the all-new 285-horsepower 2008 Dodge Caliber SRT4. "The all-new 2008 Dodge Caliber SRT4 achieves the SRT mission of offering benchmark performance for the best price," sai ... Continue reading
Aug 31, 2007
AUBURN HILLS, Mich., Aug. 30 -- The New Chrysler is announcing a grassroots initiative to involve its dealer partners. The company is looking to draw from their creative energy and product knowledge of Chrysler, Jeep(R) and Dodge vehicles, in order to highlight the company's recently announced Lifetime Powertrain Warra ... Continue reading
Dodge Introduces All-New 2008 Grand Caravan Cargo Van
Aug 30, 2007
All-new Van Raises the Bar and Provides 'Garagable' Solution for Small Business and Commercial Needs -- New cargo van continues Dodge's commitment to the commercial vehicle market -- All-new exterior and interior design offers ideal balance of utility, functionality and visibility -- Enhanced commercial suspension for ... Continue reading
All-new Dodge Journey Crossover Provides Room to Grow
Aug 27, 2007
AUBURN HILLS, Mich., Aug. 26, 2007; Dodge designers and engineers have answered the needs of the global passenger car market, as well as the needs of individual drivers, and delivered the all-new Dodge Journey: a global vehicle that meets life's changing demands by offering a unique combination of versatility and flexi ... Continue reading
Johnson Controls-Saft Advanced Power Solutions to Power Dodge Sprinter Plug-in Hybrid
Aug 21, 2007
Fleet demonstrates promise of environmentally-friendly technology MILWAUKEE, Aug. 21 -- A fleet of advanced, Dodge Sprinter plug-in hybrid delivery vans will be operating within the United States, powered by Lithium-ion (Li-ion) batteries developed by Johnson Controls-Saft Advanced Power Solutions (JCS). The test fleet ... Continue reading
Aug 21, 2007
- New state-of-the-art paint shop - Enhanced manufacturing flexibility at Windsor Assembly - Smart Manufacturing workplace organizational model promotes creativity on plant floor - Over $500 million invested in Windsor Ontario facility AUBURN HILLS, Mich., Aug. 21 -- Today, The New Chrysler celebrates the manufacturing ... Continue reading
Dodge Announces Pricing for All-new 2008 Caliber SRT4
Aug 21, 2007
- All-new 285-horsepower 2008 Dodge Caliber SRT4(R) is priced at $22,995 - Chrysler's Street and Racing Technology (SRT)(R) organization continues the popular SRT legacy - Dodge Caliber SRT4 delivers SRT mission of benchmark performance for the best price to the sport-compact market AUBURN HILLS, Mich., Aug. 21 -- Dodg ... Continue reading
The New Chrysler Names Deborah Wahl Meyer to Vice President and Chief Marketing Officer
Aug 15, 2007
AUBURN HILLS, Mich., Aug. 15 -- The New Chrysler today announced the appointment of Deborah Wahl Meyer to the position of Vice President and Chief Marketing Officer, effective August 28. Meyer, 44, will be responsible for the marketing and advertising initiatives for the Chrysler, Dodge and Jeep(R) brands globally. In ... Continue reading
Chrysler to Kick Off Dream Cruise with New Vehicle Reveal on Woodward Avenue
Aug 13, 2007
ROYAL OAK, Mich., Aug. 13 -- What: Chrysler will kick off the annual Woodward Dream Cruise in style by revealing a new limited-production vehicle. Who: Participating executives include: Larry Lyons, Vice President-Front-wheel-drive Product Team David Rooney, Director-Chrysler Brand Marketing When: 8:30 a.m., Tuesday, A ... Continue reading
New York Times Asks: Where Have All the Car Guys Gone?
Aug 13, 2007
Washington DC August 13, 2007; The AIADA newsletter reported that with the surprise appointment last week of Robert L. Nardelli, the former Home Depot chief executive, to run Chrysler, Detroit has completed a new-model changeover of the executive suite, reports The New York Times. None of the chiefs now leading the thr ... Continue reading
Chrysler Announces New Appointments and Alignments
Aug 9, 2007
AUBURN HILLS, Mich., Aug. 9 -- The New Chrysler announces several organizational changes, reflecting the Company's new, privately held corporate structure and the naming of Robert L. Nardelli as Chairman and CEO. Ronald E. Kolka is appointed Senior Vice President and Chief Financial Officer for The New Chrysler, with e ... Continue reading
2007 Dodge Caliber SXT Sport Review
Aug 8, 2007
DODGE CALIBER SXT SPORT 2007 Design B+, Execution C- By Steve Purdy TheAutoChannel.com Detroit Bureau The old Dodge Neon really needed replacing. It was beginning to look like something from an earlier decade. Oh, I guess thatâs what it was. I remember being impressed with it originally at the preview at the Detro ... Continue reading
Chrysler Group Begins Production of New 2008 Dodge Dakota at 'Dodge City'
Aug 7, 2007
- New 2008 Dodge Dakota rolls off the line at Warren (Mich.) Truck Assembly Plant - Most powerful pickup in midsize segment, with a new 4.7-liter V-8 engine producing 302 horsepower -- a 31 percent improvement -- and 329 lb.-ft. of torque -- a 13 percent improvement, while providing more than 5 percent improved fuel ec ... Continue reading
Shanghai GM ranked as Most Competitive Passenger Vehicle Manufacturer in China
Aug 7, 2007
SHANGHAI - July 7, 2007: The "Top 30 Most Competitive Passenger Vehicle Manufacturers", a list prepared by Guangzhou Daily, is released on Monday. Shanghai GM, the defending champion, has won the title since the ranking started in 2004. The top 30 PV manufacturers are determined by a number of factors, including produc ... Continue reading
The Original Luxury Minivan Adds Fresh Ideas for 2008
Aug 6, 2007
-- Chrysler brand originated the luxury minivan, the Chrysler Town & Country -- Brand offers upscale amenities for 18 years AUBURN HILLS, Mich., Aug. 6 -- As the originator of the luxury minivan segment in 1989, Chrysler has offered families a minivan with upscale amenities for 18 years. The 2008 Chrysler Town & Countr ... Continue reading
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