Why There Should Be a Convertible in Your Future!
Jun 18, 2015
By Larry Nutson Senior Editor, Chicago Bureau Chief The Auto Channel (DSC_0809) Editor's Note: I heartily agree with the author... as an owner (and user) of a 1990 Mazda RX-7 convertible (my everyday drive) if its not raining and the temperature is above 40 degrees(F) and below 100 the top is down, making even a trip f ... Continue reading
May 2015 Fiat Chrysler Automobiles Sales in Europe
Jun 16, 2015
LONDON -- June 16, 2015: In May, FCA posted a 9% increase in passenger car sales in Europe, outpacing the industry for the fifth consecutive month. The Group was leader in the European A segment for the 29th consecutive month, with the Fiat Panda and Fiat 500 accounting for a combined 29.5% share. The Fiat 500L ranked ... Continue reading
FCA US Powers STEM Pipeline with Diverse Talent
Jun 13, 2015
FCA US LLC has been named a Top Supporter of engineering programs at the nation's Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs) for the fourth consecutive year, according to U.S. Black Engineer & Information Technology (USBE&IT) magazine. In making its final selection, USBE&IT considered input from the deans ... Continue reading
Mopar Announces Accessory Pricing for the All-new 2016 Fiat 500X
Jun 12, 2015
The all-new 2016 Fiat 500X provides plenty of opportunities for owners to customize the compact crossover, but an assist from Mopar is taking personalization possibilities to the X-treme. FCA US service, parts and customer-care brand will offer more than 100 Mopar accessories to personalize the latest addition to t ... Continue reading
Jun 11, 2015
Universal Technical Institute , the leading provider of post-secondary education for students seeking careers as professional automotive, diesel, collision repair, motorcycle and marine technicians, has partnered with FCA US LLC to launch the new Mopar Technical Education Curriculum (Mopar TEC) training program at its ... Continue reading
FCA US Names Shagena Head of Employee Relations
Jun 11, 2015
FCA US today announced the appointment of Glenn Shagena as the Head of Employee Relations for North America. Most recently, Shagena served as Head of FCA Mexico Human Resources. Al Iacobelli has announced his plans to retire from the Company. Both are effective immediately. Prior to his most recent position, Shagena wa ... Continue reading
FCA Recall for Software Upgrade
Jun 11, 2015
FCA US LLC is voluntarily recalling an estimated 3,975 cars to upgrade cruise-control software. A review of warranty data led to an investigation by FCA US LLC engineers. The investigation discovered certain Fiat 500e hatchbacks were inadvertently equipped with software that may misread torque levels generated by their ... Continue reading
FCA Announces Signing of a 4.8 Billion Euros Syndicated Revolving Credit Facility
Jun 10, 2015
LONDON -- June 9, 2015: Fiat Chrysler Automobiles N.V. ("FCA") announced today that it has entered into a â¬4.8 billion syndicated revolving credit facility ("RCF") with a group of twelve bookrunner banks. The RCF will be available for general corporate purposes and working capital needs of the Group, and will repl ... Continue reading
FCA US and FIAT Brand Paint the Motor City...Rainbow!
Jun 5, 2015
FIAT brand key sponsor of Motor City Pride parade and festival Participation sustains Company's longstanding support of LGBT employees, customers, communities and issues 2016 Fiat 500X serves as grand marshal of 2015 parade Each year, during the first weekend in June, Detroit is blanketed in the colors of red, orange, ... Continue reading
May 29, 2015
Redesigned FCA Owner apps offer a wide range of VIN-specific information Owners can access maintenance schedules, service history, recall notices and more "Augmented reality" function, beginning with 2015 models, allows owners to use camera feature on mobile devices to scan and identify instrument panel icons Industry- ... Continue reading
Johnson Controls Awarded Two 2014 FCA US Qualitas Awards
May 28, 2015
FCA US LLC has awarded Johnson Controls two Qualitas Awards: the Diversity Supplier Development Supplier of the Year; and Technical Cost Reduction (TCR) Supplier of the Year. FCA US recognized Johnson Controls and other top-performing suppliers for showing extraordinary commitment in key areas such as quality, innovati ... Continue reading
Cars.Com USA Today Compact SUV Challenge Picks Honda CR-V as "Best"
May 26, 2015
But First Snide's Remarks: This media event may have been good publicity for the sponsors, but as a meaningful guide for potential buyers it is worthless. The only three fixed criteria; Compact SUV, Under $28,000 and Minimum 26 MPG Combined Highway and City, adds up to trying to compare apples, oranges and grapefruits. ... Continue reading
Electric Vehicle U.S. Federal Tax Credits
May 24, 2015
Electric vehicles (EVs) purchased in or after 2010 may be eligible for a federal income tax credit of up to $7,500. The credit amount will vary based on the capacity of the battery used to fuel the vehicle. This credit replaces an earlier credit for EVs purchased in 2009. Small neighborhood electric vehicles do not qua ... Continue reading
Plug-in Hybrid Electric Vehicle U.S. Federal Tax Credits
May 24, 2015
Plug-in hybrid-electric vehicles (PHEVs) purchased in or after 2010 may be eligible for a federal income tax credit of up to $7,500. The credit amount will vary based on the capacity of the battery used to fuel the vehicle. Small neighborhood electric vehicles do not qualify for this credit, but they may qualify for an ... Continue reading
New FIAT Aegea Project Debuts at Istanbul Motor Show
May 21, 2015
The all-new FIAT compact sedan debuts today at the Istanbul Motor Show. Designed in Italy at the FIAT Chrysler Automobiles Centro Stile, and developed in Turkey together with Tofaş R&D, one of FCA's largest research and development centres, the new model will be manufactured in the Bursa plant in Turkey, which has ... Continue reading
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