Aug 29, 2005
Chrysler Group Outgoing and Incoming CEO Dieter Zetsche and Tom LaSorda Light the Torch for United Way * Chrysler Group employees take a shot at dunking LaSorda, Patterson and other executives * Chrysler Group supports United Way through fun-filled competitions * Hundreds of Auburn Hills employees expected to participa ... Continue reading
Dodge Announces Pricing for All-New 2006 Charger SRT8
Aug 18, 2005
With 425-Horsepower HEMI(R) and 420 lb.-ft. of Torque, 'Charger on Steroids' Is the Ultimate Modern American Muscle Sedan * All-new 2006 Dodge Charger SRT8 priced at $35,995 * Zero to 60 mph in low 5 seconds, quarter-mile in under 14 seconds, 0-100-0 mph in under 17 seconds * Horsepower-per-liter rating exceeds that of ... Continue reading
Aug 18, 2005
* All-new 2006 Dodge Viper SRT10 Coupe priced at $83,995 * Boasts Viper-signature triple 500s: 505-cubic-inch V-10 engine, 500 horsepower, 525 pound-feet of torque * Zero to 60 mph in under 4 seconds, 0-100-0 mph in low 12 seconds, over 1g on the skidpad AUBURN HILLS, Mich., Aug. 18 -- Dodge announced pricing today for ... Continue reading
2006 Dodge Charger Daytona R/T Models Unleashed at Woodward Dream Cruise
Aug 17, 2005
* Motor City Dodge dealers take delivery of the first 2006 Dodge Charger Daytona R/T models in the region at the Walter P. Chrysler Museum * Thirty-three 2006 Dodge Charger Daytona R/T models to cruise down Woodward Avenue in Dream Cruise fashion with Dodge police vehicle escort * Sneak preview of the Dodge Charger "Mo ... Continue reading
Consumer Report Says Quality Not Incentives Most Important For Auto Buyers
Aug 16, 2005
Incentives Are a Short-Term Fix for Automakers, Study Says DETROIT August 16, 2005; Dee-Ann Durbin writing for the AP reported that a new survey of U.S. vehicle owners released Tuesday indicates that while this summer's employee discounts may give automakers short-term sales gains, improving quality is more important i ... Continue reading
Dodge & Toys for Tots Partner to Open Life-Sized Toy Box at the Woodward Dream Cruise
Aug 15, 2005
- All-new 2006 Dodge Charger model to be pieced together in less than seven minutes - Event to benefit Toys for Tots AUBURN HILLS, Mich., Aug. 15 -- With the speed and precision of a NASCAR pit crew, the all-new 2006 Dodge Charger will be built from a box full of parts before the eyes of passersby in city centers acros ... Continue reading
DaimlerChrysler's Kokomo Transmission Plant Receives 'Patriot Award'
Aug 12, 2005
National Guard Employee Nominates the Company KOKOMO, Ind., Aug. 12 -- DaimlerChrysler's Kokomo (Ind.) Transmission Plant (KTP) will be recognized today as a "Patriot Award" recipient by Indiana Governor Mitch Daniels. The award recognizes companies that implement policies and practices that support their employees' pa ... Continue reading
Chrysler Group Begins Production of the All-New 2006 Dodge Ram Mega Cab in Saltillo Plant
Aug 11, 2005
-- Largest pickup cab has room for six adults -- Tom LaSorda salutes Saltillo Assembly Plant's flexibility -- Joseph Chamasrour lauds cooperation with labor, government -- Saltillo Engine Plant produces one millionth HEMI(R) AUBURN HILLS, Mich., Aug. 11 -- Chrysler Group began building the all-new 2006 Dodge Ram Mega C ... Continue reading
What's Better Than a HEMI? A Million of Them!
Aug 11, 2005
One-millionth modern HEMI produced today by the Chrysler Group -- From work trucks to sexy, high-performance sedans, today's HEMI(R) engine powers a winning line of Chrysler Group vehicles -- Chrysler Group's Multi-Displacement System (MDS) included with nearly all HEMI engines built today, giving customers performance ... Continue reading
Dodge & Toys for Tots Partner to Open Life-Sized Toy Box at The Woodward Dream Cruise
Aug 10, 2005
Unique photo op of all-new 2006 Dodge Charger, One of America's favorite model cars, to be pieced together in under seven minutes WHAT: Dodge is making a stop in the Detroit area during its cross country tour to open a giant toy box at the Woodward Dream Cruise. Dodge is getting a head start by collecting toys now that ... Continue reading
Aug 10, 2005
WHAT: One hundred DaimlerChrysler Services employees will roll out of the Farmington Hills headquarters parking lot in 25 brand new Chrysler, Jeep(R), Dodge and Mercedes-Benz vehicles to make a total of five stops, each representing a donation of time or items to a local charity. Employee teams must follow word clues t ... Continue reading
2007 Dodge Caliber Powertrain is a New Slant in One of the World's Most Competitive Segments
Aug 8, 2005
Firsts for the Chrysler Group include the use of a continuously variable transmission, application of the World Engines and all-wheel drive availability in the C segment * New-generation continuously variable transmission, CVT2, will give customers improved performance and fuel economy * Chrysler Group's first electron ... Continue reading
DaimlerChrysler Builds on Diesel Leadership with Strong Product Launches, But Challenges Remain
Aug 5, 2005
* Strong Customer Response to Jeep Liberty CRD Diesel Builds Interest in Diesel Products * Business Case Must Address Different Consumer Needs, Regulation in New Markets * Power, Performance, Fuel Economy Make Diesel a Key Element in DaimlerChrysler's Vision of Clean Vehicles TRAVERSE CITY, Mich., Aug. 5 -- DaimlerChry ... Continue reading
TRW Automotive Supplies Leading Edge Safety Technologies for the All-New 2006 Dodge Charger
Aug 4, 2005
LIVONIA, Mich., Aug. 4 -- TRW Automotive Holdings Corp. , through various subsidiaries, is supplying the new Dodge Charger models with advanced active and passive safety systems including braking, steering and smart airbag systems. (Logo: http://www.newscom.com/cgi-bin/prnh/20010824/TRWLOGO ) Passive safety systems bei ... Continue reading
Chrysler Group Continues to Offer Employee Pricing Plus Program to All Customers
Aug 2, 2005
Popular Vehicle Pricing Program Continues for Remaining 2005 Model Year Products<p> AUBURN HILLS, Mich., Aug. 2, 2005; In response to overwhelming consumer demand and marketplace acceptance, Chrysler Group announced it will continue to offer its innovative Employee Pricing Plus program to all customers. <p> The Employe ... Continue reading
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