January 20th, 2010 by DaveAdmin
In response to a question from Toledo Blade reporter Larry P. Vellequette on how much Chrysler engineering would go into the next generation Liberty and mid-sized C-segment cars (Sebring/Avenger replacements), Sergio Marchionne said:
The only thing we’re delivering to Chrysler is the basic platform. Everything from that point on, once we deliver it, is up to [...]
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January 18th, 2010 by DaveAdmin
Based on fast-feedback data from dealers, Chrysler issued a recall of seven 2010 model year vehicles (Sebring/Avenger, Liberty/Nitro, Ram, Commander/Grand Cherokee) to replace a brake booster input rod retaining clip. A problem with the clip may result in its loss, which could cause brake failure. The recall is to start this month. We don’t know [...]
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January 13th, 2010 by DaveAdmin
The Toledo Blade’s Larry P. Vellequette interviewed Sergio Marchionne at the North American Auto Show. The CEO of Fiat and Chrysler said that he would not produce cars that aren’t being ordered, as Chrysler, DaimlerChrysler, and Cerberus reportedly did, saying, “If I need to shut the plants, I will. Marchionne also said the [...]
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June 29th, 2009 by Bill Cawthon
The Dodge Challenger and Jeep Liberty were among the winning vehicles in AutoPacific’s 2009 Ideal Vehicle survey. The survey, based on responses from 25,000 owners who bought or leased a new vehicle from September through December 2008, respondents said the Challenger and Liberty meet or exceed their expectations and are, according to AutoPacific, “perfect the [...]
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June 19th, 2009 by DaveAdmin
ABC affiliate WTVG of Toledo ran a story suggesting that an Alfa-Romeo SUV based closely on the Jeep Liberty might be built on Toledo, helping the plant to run closer to capacity. Local sources say that Fiat leaders have visited the plant, currently down to one shift, four in recent weeks, taking measurements and analyzing [...]
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May 20th, 2009 by Bill Cawthon
The new Dodge Ram pickup and Jeep Liberty received top ratings in AutoPacific’s 2009 Vehicle Satisfaction Award study. The Ram beat the Ford F-150 in the Large Pickup standings and the Liberty won the Mid-Size SUV category.
Doug Betts, Chrysler Vice President and Chief Customer Officer, said, The opinions of our owners are what really matter, [...]
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