Chrysler Group Outlines Global Expansion Plans for the Dodge Brand
Jan 18, 2006
AUBURN HILLS, Mich., Jan. 18 -- Today at the Automotive News World Congress, Joe Eberhardt, Executive Vice President Global Marketing, Sales and Service - Chrysler Group, spoke about the company's global brand strategy, themed "Brands Beyond Borders" and provided the audience with the strategic direction that Chrysler ... Continue reading
Woman Poses Naked on Challanger at Detroit Auto Show
Jan 18, 2006
DETROIT January 18, 2006; The AP reported that city officials are trying to figure out how a woman sneaked into the North American International Auto Show after closing time to pose naked atop the new Dodge Challenger. It happened around 2:30 a.m. Monday when only workers and security guards were supposed to be inside ... Continue reading
Jan 18, 2006
- Dodge revives Super Bee nameplate with limited-edition 2007 Dodge Charger SRT8 - New 'TorRed' paint scheme to appear on limited-production 2006 Dodge Charger Daytona R/T, joining Go ManGo! and Top Banana editions AUBURN HILLS, Mich., Jan. 17 -- A pair of names familiar to many automotive enthusiasts are again part of ... Continue reading
German Automakers Make a Show for Diesels in U.S.
Jan 16, 2006
Washington DC January 16, 2006; The AIADA newsletter reported that Volkswagen and Mercedes both made strong showings with clean-burning diesel vehicles last week at the Detroit Auto Show, and even Toyota says it will consider a diesel version of its new Tundra full-size pickup to launch later this year. According to Th ... Continue reading
Strategic Vision Announces Most Delightful Vehicles of 2005
Jan 16, 2006
SAN DIEGO--Jan. 16, 2006--In 2005 the results from Strategic Vision's surveying the market may be startling: General Motors leads all the rest. Strategic Vision measures the experience of approximately 90,000 new vehicle owners annually. The survey has been done since 1996. Because of the nature of the factors measured ... Continue reading
DaimlerChrysler Suspends Managers Over Oil-For-Food Probe
Jan 14, 2006
BERLIN January 14, 2006; The AP reported that DaimlerChrysler AG has suspended nine managers over allegations that the carmaker paid bribes in order to secure contracts with Iraq under the U.N. oil-for-food program, German media reported Saturday. The German-American carmaker suspended the managers as a result of the i ... Continue reading
Jan 11, 2006
AUBURN HILLS, Mich., Jan. 11 -- Chrysler Group reported that its Five Star dealers sold a new December record of 10,463 Certified Pre-Owned Vehicles (CPOV) in 2005, a 6 percent increase from December 2004 sales of 9,835 units and a 22 percent gain over November 2005 sales. Fourth quarter sales rose 3 percent to 27,184 ... Continue reading
2007 Dodge Caliber: A New Slant on One of the World's Most Competitive Segments
Jan 10, 2006
- Dodge Caliber's bold styling and crossover design with innovative features and affordable power allow owners to be active, do more and stand out - Caliber's flexible two-box design provided ultimate interior utility - With its signature Dodge brand styling, Caliber is designed for global appeal - Caliber will spearhe ... Continue reading
Dodge 2006 Challenger Concept Flexes Some Muscle
Jan 8, 2006
Bold Concept is a Thoroughbred in 1970 'Pony Car' Tradition DETROIT, Jan. 8 -- In creating the new Dodge Challenger concept car the designers at Chrysler Group's West Coast Pacifica Studio knew they had a rich heritage to draw upon. They also knew they had an obligation to "get it right." Tasked with the enviable assig ... Continue reading
Chrysler Group & Apple Announce iPod Integration
Jan 8, 2006
Over Three Million Chrysler, Jeep & Dodge Automobiles to Support iPod Connectivity in 2006 NORTH AMERICAN INTERNATIONAL AUTO SHOW, DETROIT, Jan. 8 -- The Chrysler Group today announced that it will be the first American automaker to provide full iPod integration as an option in most of its 2006 models, with over three ... Continue reading
Chrysler Group Plans to Increase Its Annual Production Capacity by As Much As 43 Percent by 2007
Jan 6, 2006
DETROIT January 6, 2006; Dee-Ann Durbin writing for the AP reported that DaimlerChrysler AG's Chrysler Group is planning to increase its annual production capacity by as much as 43 percent by next year, a spokesman said Friday. The move is in contrast to General Motors Corp. and Ford Motor Co., who are in the midst of ... Continue reading
Lupillo Rivera to Appear in Dodge Exhibit at the Los Angeles Auto Show
Jan 6, 2006
* Lupillo Rivera will be available to greet fans, sign autographs and take photos between 4 PM and 6 PM on Saturday, January 7 * KLAX morning show DJ BARZON will be conducting a live remote from the Dodge exhibit during Rivera's appearance * Rivera posters, Dodge branded items (- Dodge MegaCab T's, Dodge jackets, key c ... Continue reading
Chrysler Group to Recall About 265,000 Sedans After Receiving Complaints About Engine Fires
Jan 6, 2006
WASHINGTON January 6, 2006; The AP reported that DaimlerChrysler AG's Chrysler Group said Friday it would recall about 265,000 sedans after receiving dozens of complaints about engine fires. The recall involves 1999-2000 Dodge Stratus, Plymouth Breeze and Chrysler Cirrus sedans equipped with the 2.4-liter engine. Chrys ... Continue reading
Jan 4, 2006
* Chrysler Brand Yearly Sales Increase 11 Percent * Dodge Magnum Yearly Sales Rise 34 Percent * Jeep(R) Brand Monthly Sales Rise 41 Percent to New Sales Record; Total Year Sales Increase 12 Percent * All-new Jeep Commander Sales Rise 105 Percent Over November 2005 Sales * Jeep Liberty Sets New Monthly Record with 38 Pe ... Continue reading
DaimlerChrysler AG Reports 2 Percent Decrease in U.S. Sales for Passenger Vehicles for December 2005
Jan 4, 2006
* Chrysler Group Reports Sales of 189,449 Vehicles, a 5 Percent Decrease for December 2005 * Mercedes-Benz USA Reports Sales of 31,192 Vehicles, a 17 Percent Increase for December 2005 NEW YORK, Jan. 4 -- DaimlerChrysler AG , the third largest U.S. auto maker, today reported total group sales of 220,641 passenger vehic ... Continue reading
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