Chrysler

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Traverse, the great divide - a tough CASE to crack

6 August 2018

There’s a great deal of consternation in the auto industry presently, but that concern is divided in to two camps. On the one hand, there are those in the here and now anxious about whether total industry volume in the US this year will be 18m or 17.8m. On the other hand, there are those more concerned about the future and whether CASE (connected, autonomous, shared and electrified) or ACES (to put it another way) will fundamentally challenge the industry’s business model that’s been built up over the last 100 years or so. The differences in approach were there for all to see at the CAR Management Briefing Seminars held in Traverse City, Michigan last week.

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Fiat Chrysler lays out its plans - what happens next?

4 June 2018

Jeep and Ram, two brands which are successful mainly in the USA, are expected to account for most of the future profitability of Fiat Chrysler Automobiles at a global level over the next five years. That was the gist of the announcements made at FCA's 'Capital Markets Day'. Although a lot was said at Balocco, many questions concerning the next generation of models for FCA divisions went unanswered.

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ANALYSIS - future Chrysler, Dodge and Ram models

17 January 2018

The success of the new Ram 1500 is key to FCA. Should this high-margin pick-up become an even better seller than the old-shape model, it will see the final flames of what had once been a massive cash burn extinguished this year. Following a recent feature on Fiat and Abarth, this report takes a look at what else is in the pipeline for Ram, as well as for the Chrysler and Dodge brands.

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Chrysler, Dodge & RAM future models - a global analysis

16 December 2016

The seventh and final feature in the series concerning the future model plans of FCA Italy's and FCA US' brands is an analysis of what's coming for Chrysler, Dodge and RAM.

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GENEVA INTERVIEW - FCA's Sergio Marchionne

6 March 2018

Fiat Chrysler chief Sergio Marchionne is never short of a few words for the press, in an hour long round table in Geneva he covered a multitude of bases from the performance of the brands, steel tariffs in the US, the Chinese, diesel engines, new technologies and even his own plans once he steps down from his role.

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INTERVIEW: Fiat brand head, Olivier Francois

17 November 2014

Fiat's 500 family could be the template for future C or D segment models, Fiat global brand chief Olivier Francois has hinted in an interview with just-auto.

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Q&A with Aha: Analytical data from the Cloud

28 July 2014

The IT industry has made much of the benefits of a Cloud infrastructure, offering better security and less complex networks in the workplace. Infotainment specialist Harman with subsidiary Aha claims its use in the car could be equally effective. It is now offering OEMs and service providers a chance to use the Cloud beyond downloading apps, navigation updates or music. Understanding what features are being used by the end customer, finding software bugs, removing unused features, reducing recalls or targeting specific customers with updates and advertising are just some of the ideas that Harman claims it can offer with its new Aha Cloud Platform Analytics and Updates Service. just-auto spoke to Siegfried Schuler, Director Centre of Competence Aha, about the service and find out what OEMs are most interested in.

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INTERVIEW: Ford CEO Alan Mulally

28 May 2014

Alan Mulally's tenure as Ford's CEO has seen the company evolve in line with his vision of 'One Ford'. He also successfully guided Ford through recession and has generally been lauded by investors. He passes the reins over to Mark Fields in July. Dave Leggett caught up with him on the London leg of his Ford circuit farewell tour of Europe.

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FCA Mexico sells 7,438 units in August 2018

5 September 2018

FCA Mexico recorded sales of 7,438 units. "FCA Mexico is known for bringing vehicles to the Mexican market that raise the bar in different segments," said Bruno Cattori, president and CEO of FCA Mexico. "To continue this trend, we launched...

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FCA US sales up 10% in August 2018

5 September 2018

FCA US LLC reported sales of 193,718 vehicles, a 10% increase compared with sales in August 2017 of 176,033. Overall, FCA US retail sales rose 17% to 164,727 vehicles. Fleet accounted for 15% of total sales. Sales were led by both the Jeep and Ram brands....

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FCA Canada sales down 10% in August 2018

5 September 2018

FCA Canada reported August 2018 sales of 17,770 vehicles. Jeep Brand For the calendar year, Jeep brand sales of 54,019 vehicles are up 7% compared with the same time one year ago. The all-new Jeep Wrangler remains the most popular-selling Jeep in the...

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IIHS announces ratings for 2018-2019 model minivans

16 August 2018

The Toyota Sienna stumbled, the Chrysler Pacifica turned in an acceptable performance and the Honda Odyssey finished strong in the Institute's passenger-side small overlap front crash test. The 2018–19 model minivans are the latest group to be put...

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FCA US sales up 6% in July 2018

2 August 2018

FCA US LLC reported July 2018 sales of 170,970 vehicles, a 6% increase compared with sales in July 2017 of 161,477 vehicles. Overall sales were propelled by the Ram brand and Jeep brand. The Jeep brand had its best July ever as the Cherokee, Compass and...

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FCA Mexico sells 7,177 units in July 2018

2 August 2018

In July, FCA Mexico recorded sales of 7,177 units.   "Our Jeep and Ram brands continue their growth based on the the wide range of products we offer, positioning them in some segments as sales leaders,” said Bruno Cattori, president and CEO...

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FCA Canada sales dip 33% in July 2018

2 August 2018

FCA Canada reported sales of 15,652 vehicles. Jeep Brand For the calendar year, Jeep brand sales of 48,083 vehicles are up 8% compared with the same time, one year ago. Leading the way for the brand is Jeep Wrangler with 18,017 vehicles sold to date in...

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FCA Canada sales drop 17% in June 2018

5 July 2018

FCA Canada reported sales of 22,479 vehicles. Jeep Brand Through the first half of 2018, Jeep brand sales have risen 22% to 41,893 units. Focusing in on June 2018, Jeep brand sales increased 6% to 6,215 units, as compared to the same month last year....

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FCA US sales up 8% in June 2018

4 July 2018

FCA US reported June 2018 sales of 202,264 vehicles, an 8% increase compared with sales in June 2017 of 187,348 vehicles. Overall sales were bolstered by both the Jeep and Ram Truck brands, which reported significant increases for the month. FCA retail...

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FCA US sales up 11% in May 2018

4 June 2018

FCA US reported sales of 214,294 vehicles in May 2018, an 11% increase compared with sales of 193,040 vehicles in May 2017.   US retail sales for the month rose 10% to 167,785, making it the highest month of retail sales since July 2005 when 219,045...

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FCA Mexico sells 7,323 vehicles in May 2018

4 June 2018

In May, FCA Mexico recorded sales of 7,323 units. "Last month, we launched the most powerful and fastest SUV, the 2018 Jeep Grand Cherokee Trackhawk, which offers a 6.2l V-8 supercharged engine delivering 707hp. This engine is proudly assembled in our...

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FCA Canada sales down 15% in May 2018

4 June 2018

FCA Canada reported sales of 28,193 vehicles, a 15% decrease compared with the Company’s highest monthly sales ever, reported in May 2017 of 33,186 vehicles. Jeep Brand Jeep brand total sales increased 8% in May 2018 to 7,278 vehicles. For the...

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FCA extends deal to supply cars to Waymo

1 June 2018

FCA US and Waymo announced they will expand their partnership with an agreement to add up to 62,000 Chrysler Pacifica hybrid minivans to Waymo's self-driving fleet. This venture builds upon a previous commitment, announced in January, to deliver thousands of vehicles to Waymo's driverless transportation service. Vehicle delivery is expected to begin in late 2018.

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FCA Mexico sells 6,684 vehicles in April 2018

3 May 2018

In April, FCA Mexico recorded sales of 6,684 units.   "Last month, we introduced Stelvio, the first Alfa Romeo SUV, which combines iconic Italian design, technology and engineering as part of the DNA of the brand," said Bruno Cattori,...

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FCA Canada sales plunge 16% in April 2018

3 May 2018

FCA Canada reported sales of 23,057 vehicles, a 16% decrease compared with sales in April 2017 of 27,373 vehicles. Jeep Brand Jeep brand total sales increased 5% in April 2018 to 6,186 vehicles. For the calendar year, Jeep brand sales of 28,400 vehicles...

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FCA US sales up 5% in April 2018

2 May 2018

FCA US reported sales of 184,149 vehicles, a 5% increase compared with sales in April 2017 of 176,176 vehicles. Overall sales were pushed by the Jeep brand which reported record sales for April. Retail sales came in at 143,995 vehicles, down only 1% despite...

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FCA US reports 14% increase in March 2018 sales

4 April 2018

FCA US reported March 2018 sales of 216,063 vehicles, a 14% increase compared with sales in March 2017 of 190,254 vehicles.   The company reported retail sales of 162,304 vehicles, up 11% from March 2017. It was the best month of March retail sales...

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FCA Canada sales drops 8% in March 2018

4 April 2018

FCA Canada reported sales of 24,490 vehicles, an 8% decrease compared with sales in March 2017 of 26,531. Jeep brand Jeep brand total sales increased 44% in March 2018 to 8,506, setting a monthly record. Breaking all monthly sales records, Jeep Wrangler...

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FCA US to offer limited time free in-car Apple music experience

7 March 2018

FCA announced it will offer consumers in the US an incredible Apple experience in their cars starting 1 May 2018, which includes up to six months free of Apple Music with the purchase of any new Chrysler, Dodge, Fiat, Jeep or Ram vehicle with standard CarPlay...

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FCA US sales down 1% in February 2018

2 March 2018

FCA US LLC reported sales of 165,903 vehicles in February 2018, a 1% decrease compared with sales in February 2017 of 168,326 vehicles. Overall sales were bolstered by the Jeep brand, which posted a 12% total sales increase. The Jeep brand also reported the...

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FCA Mexico records 7,085 unit sales in February 2018

2 March 2018

In February, FCA Mexico recorded sales of 7,085 units. "Our positive results in key segments show the momentum we are having based on a unique brand identity, strong support from our dealers and a broad product portfolio,” said Bruno Cattori,...

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FCA Canada sales down 1% in February 2018

2 March 2018

FCA Canada reported sales of 18,831 vehicles, a 1% decrease compared with sales in February 2017 of 19,115. Jeep Brand Jeep brand total sales increased 46% in February 2018 to 6,563, setting a monthly record. Two Jeep products also set monthly sales...

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Nexen tyres selected for new 2019 Ram 1500

9 February 2018

Nexen Tyre, a leading global tyre manufacturer, announced that it will be supplying original equipment (OE) tyres for the all-new 2019 Ram 1500 pickup truck manufactured by FCA US LLC. The all-new 2019 Ram 1500 becomes the benchmark for durability,...

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FCA announces leadership changes

6 February 2018

Fiat Chrysler Automobiles - FCA - has announced a number of management changes, effective immediately.

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FCA US sales dips 13% in January 2018

2 February 2018

FCA US LLC reported sales of 132,803 vehicles, a 13% decrease compared with sales in January 2017 of 152,218. Retail sales rose 2% to 111,577, making it the second highest level since 2001. FCA maintained its strategy of reducing fleet sales, which...

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FCA Mexico sells 7,514 units in January 2017

2 February 2018

In January, FCA Mexico recorded sales of 7,514 units. "We started the year with two important announcements, the new 2019 Jeep Cherokee and 2019 Ram 1500. Both vehicles were revealed during the North American International Auto Show in Detroit,"...

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FCA Canada sales down 4% in January 2018

2 February 2018

FCA Canada reported sales of 17,761 vehicles, a 4% decrease compared with sales in January 2017 of 18,443. Jeep Brand Jeep brand total sales increased 28% in January to 7,145, setting a monthly record. Jeep Wrangler total sales for January rose 196% to...

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FCA deal to supply 'thousands' more cars to Waymo

30 January 2018

FCA has announced an agreement to supply 'thousands' of Chrysler Pacifica Hybrid minivans to Waymo to support the launch of the 'world’s first driverless ride-hailing service'.

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FCA US sales down 11% in December 2017

4 January 2018

FCA US LLC reported sales of 171,946 units, an 11% decrease compared with sales in December 2016 (192,519 units). In December, retail sales of 150,772 units were down 3% compared with the same month in 2016 and represented 88% of total sales. In line with...

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FCA Mexico sells 9,588 units in December 2017

4 January 2018

In December, FCA Mexico recorded sales of 9,588 units. FCA Mexico annual sales were of 100,846 units. "2017 was a year with important launches for the Alfa Romeo, Dodge, Fiat, Jeep, Ram and Mitsubishi brands," said Bruno Cattori, president and CEO...