Chrysler Group Reports U.S. Sales for September 2006
Oct 3, 2006
* Minivan sales improve 53 percent year-over-year, strengthening segment leadership * Jeep(R) Commander leads strong 11 percent increase in SUV sales, sets monthly sales record * Jeep Compass sales continue to gain momentum in the marketplace * Dodge Nitro explodes into Dodge showrooms with strong September start AUBUR ... Continue reading
Oct 3, 2006
* Chrysler Group Reports Sales of 166,888 Vehicles, a 4 Percent Decrease for September 2006 * Mercedes-Benz USA Reports Sales of 19,873 Vehicles a 13 Percent Increase for September 2006 NEW YORK, Oct. 3 -- DaimlerChrysler AG , the third largest U.S. auto maker, today reported total group sales of 188,761 passenger vehi ... Continue reading
Dodge Unveils "Avenger " at Paris Motor Show (Video)
Sep 30, 2006
Paris Motor Show September 29, 2006; Dodge may expand the D-segment (mid-size sedan market) with its Avenger concept. The four-door vehicle, which was presented during the Mondial de l'Automobile Paris 2006, uses a 2.0-liter turbo diesel engine and offers a lower rear diffuser to reduce vehicle drag and improve fuel ef ... Continue reading
Chrysler Group Announces Full Throttle Test Drive at Belmont Park
Sep 30, 2006
WHO: The Chrysler Group and their hottest new Chrysler, Jeep and Dodge vehicles to hit the market WHAT: The Full Throttle Test Drive gives consumers the chance to feel like a test driver when they get behind the wheel of brand new Chrysler, Jeep and Dodge vehicles on three different closed circuit test tracks. Experien ... Continue reading
Sep 29, 2006
THE AUTO PAGE By JOHN HEILIG SPECIFICATIONS Model: Dodge Charger R/T Engine: 5.7-liter HEMI V8 Horsepower/Torque: 340 hp @ 5000 rpm/390 lb.-ft. @ 4000 rpm Transmission: 5-speed automatic with lockup torque converter Wheelbase: 120.0 in. Length x Width x Height: 200.1 x 74.5 x 58.2 in. Tires: P235/55R18 Cargo volume: 16 ... Continue reading
Sep 29, 2006
THE AUTO PAGE By JOHN HEILIG SPECIFICATIONS Model: Dodge Caliber SE Engine: 1.8-liter DOHC I4 Horsepower/Torque: 148 hp @ 6500 rpm/125 lb.-ft. @ 5200 rpm Transmission: 5-speed manual Wheelbase: 103.7 in. Length x Width x Height: 173.8 x 68.8 x 60.4 in. Tires: 205/70R15 Cargo volume: 48.0 cu. ft. ... Continue reading
Cummins Announces 6.7L Dodge Ram Turbo Diesel Engine
Sep 29, 2006
COLUMBUS, Ind.--Cummins Inc. announced today the availability of its Dodge Ram Turbo Diesel engine for the 2007 Dodge Ram 2500 and 3500 models beginning January 2007, providing increased performance for outstanding towing capability and drivability. The Cummins Turbo Diesel will feature increased displacement of 6.7 li ... Continue reading
Sep 28, 2006
Engine available in January on new 2007 Dodge Ram 2500/3500 models * Increased output with 350 horsepower and 650 lb.-ft. of torque * New, fuel-saving six-speed automatic transmission features best-in-class gear-ratio spread; standard Electronic Range Select (ERS) * First-ever integrated exhaust brake available direct ... Continue reading
Chrysler Group Delivers the Biggest Thing in Car Audio Since the CD Player
Sep 24, 2006
The MyGIG⢠Multimedia Infotainment System Offers an Industry-first Combination of Customer-friendly Usability and Premium Features in Mid-priced Vehicle Segments First automaker to offer hard drive with Gracenote⢠capability in North America for music management Chrysler Group first touch screen and integrate ... Continue reading
Dodge Avenger Concept Makes Bold, Powerful Style Statement
Sep 21, 2006
Paris, Sep 20, 2006; Dodge is looking to spin the global D-segment with the all-new Dodge Avenger concept â a bold, styling statement that does away with the idea that a functional mid-size car is automatically boring. Avengerâs Dodge branded styling makes a definite statement in the D-segment, commanding att ... Continue reading
Sep 21, 2006
Residents invited to enjoy the official last day of summer before it melts away What: After enduring record-breaking summer heat, Chicagoans and one of the city's hottest summer spots -- North Avenue Beach -- are not ready to cool down yet. On the official last day of summer, Dodge will encase an all-new 2007 Nitro, th ... Continue reading
Chrysler to Cut Production in Second Half 2006
Sep 19, 2006
STUTTGART, Germany, Sept 19, 2006; Reuters reported that DaimlerChrysler's U.S. arm Chrysler will cut its production by around 90,000 units in the third quarter and around 135,000 in the second half to try to reduce a glut of inventory, the company said on Tuesday. In a presentation made available before a conference c ... Continue reading
Daimler Announces Deeper Production Cuts at Chrysler - VIDEO NEWS STORY
Sep 19, 2006
NEW YORK - September 19, 2006: Daimler-Chrysler is cutting second half retail shipments at Michigan based Chrysler unit by more than originally planned. CLICK BELOW to watch the Bloomberg TV news story. ... Continue reading
Sep 11, 2006
AUBURN HILLS, Mich., Sept. 11 -- Chrysler Group reported that its Five Star dealers posted a new Certified Pre-Owned Vehicle (CPOV) August sales record of 9,728 units, increasing 8 percent from August 2005 sales and rising 12 percent from July 2006 results. Year-to-date sales also set a record of 79,078 units, increasi ... Continue reading
Sep 7, 2006
Addition of 2007 Dodge Ram 3500 Chassis Cab expands Saltillo production capabilities to five vehicles Flexible manufacturing allows production of multiple vehicles at one plant $48 million investment for commercial vehicle production expands plant by 120,000 square feet Introduction of all-new 2007 Ram 3500 Chassis Cab ... Continue reading
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