Mopar's Big Four 75th Birthday Presents
Feb 6, 2012
By Thom Cannell Senior Editor Steve Purdy Detroit Editor The Auto Channel Detroit Bureau Celebrating the brandâs 75th anniversary a group of journalists and enthusiasts gathered at the Mopar Accessory and Performance Lab in Centerline, Michigan last week for a sneak peek of four Mopar branded vehicles to be introd ... Continue reading
Chrysler Increases Support For NFL In The UK
Feb 6, 2012
Chrysler UK has extended its partnership with the NFL in the UK to become Presenting Partner of 'Super Bash', the NFL's official UK viewing party for Super Bowl XLVI, which takes place in Indianapolis this Sunday (5 February). ... Continue reading
Chrysler Group LLC to Launch Next Step in Enhancing Overall Customer Experience
Feb 3, 2012
In collaboration with dealers, brand re-launches new Mopar e-Store Mopar FlexTech dealer program to enhance customer experience in Chrysler Group dealerships Program raises customer awareness of Mopar brand Chrysler Group dealers to get first look at FlexTech offerings at NADA Convention Mopar introduces new 75th anniv ... Continue reading
Feb 2, 2012
Chrysler Group Chairman and CEO confirms plant will add third crew as part of innovative work pattern Nearly 500 jobs added specifically for production of the all-new Dodge Dart All new hires will be onboard by the third quarter 2012 Body shop investment increases to $700 million Plant to build the first Chrysler Group ... Continue reading
Chrysler Australia Announces Dealer of the Year Awards
Feb 2, 2012
Alessi Chrysler Jeep Dodge has been awarded the coveted Chrysler Australia Dealer of the Year award for its high standard of performance, professionalism and customer service throughout 2011. ... Continue reading
Walter P. Chrysler Museum Launches Its 2012 Collector's Curb Series with Imperial Aspirations
Feb 1, 2012
Collector's Curb is continuing at the Walter P. Chrysler Museum, in Auburn Hills, Mich. as the specialty exhibit enters a second year of spotlighting spectacular vehicles on loan from private owners in celebration of their car clubs. Through Sunday, Feb. ... Continue reading
Chrysler Group Reports Full Year 2011 Net Income of $183 Million
Feb 1, 2012
Chrysler Group full year 2011 net income improved to $183 million from a net loss of $652 million in 2010 and despite a $551 million loss on extinguishment of debt in Q2 2011; fourth quarter net income was $225 million, the highest quarterly net income since the Company began operations in 2009 Net revenue for the year ... Continue reading
Chrysler Group Reports January 2012 U.S. Sales Increased 44 Percent; Best January Since 2008
Feb 1, 2012
Best January sales in four years January marks the 22nd-consecutive month of year-over-year sales gains Eighth-consecutive month of sales gains of at least 20 percent Chrysler, Jeep®, Dodge, and Ram Truck brands each post sales increases in January versus same month a year ago Chrysler brand sales up 81 percent; highe ... Continue reading
Mopar Marks 75th Anniversary: Unveils Four Custom Vehicles
Jan 31, 2012
Mopar '12 300, a custom Chrysler 300 that goes from 0 to 60 mph in the low 5-second range, is third factory-built Mopar-badged vehicle from Chrysler Group LLC All-new 2013 Dodge Dart 'GTS 210 Tribute' and 2012 Fiat 500 'Stinger' get two Mopar stage kits, highlighting appearance and performance 2012 Mopar Jeep Compass ' ... Continue reading
One Millionth Chrysler Pentastar V-6 Engine Produced at Trenton Engine
Jan 31, 2012
Just 18 months following the start of production as the standard engine for the 2010 Jeep Grand Cherokee, the one millionth Pentastar V-6 engine was assembled today at the Chrysler Group's Trenton (Mich.) Engine Assembly Plant. ... Continue reading
Chrysler Group to Reveal New Product and Celebrate 75th Anniversary of Mopar
Jan 30, 2012
What: To celebrate the 75th anniversary of Mopar, Chrysler Group LLC will reveal four Mopar-modified vehicles. Vehicles will be on display at next month's 2012 Chicago Auto Show When: Tomorrow, Tuesday, January 31, 2012 Food and beverage will be available at 8:30 a.m. EST Event starts promptly at 9 a.m. EST Where: Mopa ... Continue reading
One Millionth Chrysler Pentastar V-6 Engine Produced at Trenton Engine
Jan 27, 2012
State-of-the-art Chrysler V-6 engine reaches milestone in just 18 months Pentastar engine now offered across 11 Chrysler Group models Truly diversified engine is available in front-, rear-, and all-wheel drive models including new Chrysler 300 and Dodge Charger with eight-speed transmission Just 18 months following the ... Continue reading
BorgWarner Supplies 5 of Ward's "10 Best Engines 2012"
Jan 27, 2012
BorgWarner's Engine Group supplies systems and components for five engines named in Ward's "10 Best Engines 2012," including the: BMW 3.0-liter N55 Turbocharged DOHC I-6 (BMW 335i coupe) Chrysler Group 3.6-liter Pentastar DOHC V-6 (Chrysler 300S/Jeep Wrangler) Ford 2.0-liter EcoBoost® DOHC I-4 (Ford Edge) Ford 5.0-lit ... Continue reading
Chrysler Group to Celebrate at Belvidere (Ill.) Assembly Plant
Jan 25, 2012
What: Chrysler Group LLC Chairman and CEO Sergio Marchionne and Illinois Governor Pat Quinn will join other federal, state and local officials, UAW representatives and company employees to celebrate recent announcements at the Belvidere Assembly Plant and dedicate the new body shop. Where: Belvidere Assembly Plant3000 ... Continue reading
Chrysler Group Brings Test Drives and More to the 2012 Houston Auto Show
Jan 25, 2012
Chrysler Group is bringing "The Chrysler Drive" experience to the 2012 Houston Auto Show. Show attendees will have a chance to get behind the wheel of the latest models from the Chrysler, Jeep®, Dodge, Ram Truck and FIAT brands. Inside, auto show attendees can check out the latest products offered by the Dodge and F ... Continue reading
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