Australia's Easy Reading New Car News Home | News | Road Tests Jeep Renegade Longitude NEWS INDEX:   FCA US Prior entities: Chrysler Group, Chrysler LLC and Chrysler Corp Jeep's little Renegade released 19th October, 2015 New small Jeep here now; priced from $29,500*; Made by Fiat in Melfi (Italy); offers Australian customers three engine options and a host of safety and advanced technology offerings; the small SUV is 'city-sized' yet not confined to the urban environment ..... more Chrysler undertakes to remedy customer service complaints 14th October, 2015 ACCC received a number of complaints from Chrysler customers concerning vehicle faults and how their complaints were handled by Chrysler and its dealers. The complaints related to various issues including delays in sourcing spare parts and failing to adequately deal with customer complaints ..... more Chrysler 300 SRT arrives 3rd September, 2015 Powered by a 6.4-litre V8 that delivers 350kW and 637Nm - now paired with a ZF TorqueFlite eight-speed automatic; 20-inch machine-faced aluminium (Core) or forged aluminium (SRT) wheels and performance tyres; Driver-calibrated launch control provides stunning straight-line acceleration ..... more Fiat Chrysler's record $70 million (USD) fine 28th July, 2015 Owners of more than a million Jeeps that are prone to deadly fires either will have the chance to trade their vehicle in for above its market value, or will receive a financial incentive to get their vehicle remedied ..... more Chrysler's new 300 arrives 28th July, 2015 300’s exterior features expressive style for 2015 with a bolder front grille and new wheel designs; TorqueFlite eight-speed automatic transmission now standard on every model; Two models 300C (from $49,000*) and 300C Luxury (from $54,000*) are available now ..... more Jeep Renegade by Garage Italia Customs 12th July, 2015 One of the two Renegade show cars customised by Garage Italia Customs with electro-acoustic guitar inspired graphics and chrome-plated details was revealed in Geneva earlier this month ..... more America's Dodge Viper ACR for 2016 23rd June, 2015 American Viper enthusiasts with the need for ultimate handling, performance and road course domination, as well as the ability to drive their Viper home from the track, can now order the fastest street-legal Viper track car ever ..... more Dodge Journey Blacktop Edition 12th April, 2015 Based on the range topping R/T variant, the Journey Blacktop Edition features black exterior elements such as gloss black exterior mirrors, front fascia, headlight housings and the Dodge split crosshair grille. Continuing the theme and complementing the exterior highlights are 19-inch alloy wheels ..... more Jeep Wrangler Freedom Edition for 2015 4th March, 2015 2015 Wrangler Freedom Edition – limited to 200 units; Distinctive interior and exterior design enhancements; Additional equipment includes satellite navigation and reversing camera; Available now, priced from $38,500* ..... more Chrysler 300 SRT8 Core 'Satin Vapour' Edition 12th February, 2015 Before the current model retires some gloss is added to the 'Core' by way of a special edition ..... more Top of page Chrysler's new 300 for 2015 21st November, 2014 Chrysler 300, unveiled this week in America takes the nameplate’s style and sophistication to a new level, offering well known design proportions, world-class quality, materials and refinement, V6 or V8 power, plus segment-exclusive innovations. New 300C Platinum model features quilted Nappa leather, hand-sanded wood, ultra-premium Poltrona Frau leather-wrapped instrument panel and console, plus platinum-chrome exterior details and 20-inch wheels ..... more Jeep Grand Cherokee Blackhawk Edition 23rd October, 2014 Blackhawk Edition is based on the already well-equipped Grand Cherokee Laredo 4x4; priced from $50,000* (petrol) and $55,000* (diesel) ..... more Jeep Wrangler Blackhawk Edition 21st October, 2014 Available in two- or four-door specification, the Wrangler Blackhawk is powered by a 3.6-litre Pentastar V6 matched to a five-speed automatic transmission; priced from $45,000* (2-door) and $49,000* (4-door) ..... more Jeep Compass Blackhawk Edition 20th October, 2014 Jeep Compass Blackhawk 4x2 2.0-litre CVT is priced at $30,200* (MLP*) ..... more Jeep Patriot Blackhawk Edition 20th October, 2014 Jeep Patriot Blackhawk 4x2 2.0-litre CVT is priced at $28,900* (MLP*) ..... more ROAD TEST Jeep Wrangler Unlimited Freedom Edition 15th September, 2014 Jeep Cherokee gains diesel variant 1st September, 2014 2.0-litre turbodiesel engine delivers 125kW and 350Nm and features Stop/Start technology; Available only in luxurious "Limited" trim level and priced from $49,000* ..... more Extreme muscle for Dodge's muscle car 13th July, 2014 The fastest muscle car ever is also the most powerful muscle car ever, thanks to the Challenger SRT’s HEMI Hellcat, which delivers an unprecedented 707 horsepower ..... more Jeep's all-new Cherokee released 15th June, 2014 New model redefines Jeep's mid-size SUV with all-terrain ability, improved fuel efficiency, new technology and new safety systems; First in segment with nine-speed automatic transmission; First Jeep built on Chrysler Group’s CUS-wide (Compact US) platform; Made in Toledo, USA; Five-star ANCAP rating; Available in four models: Sport, Longitude, Limited and Trailhawk with prices starting at $33,500* ..... more Jeep Wrangler gains "Polar" limited edition 14th May, 2014 Special edition Polar badge on the side of the vehicle exhibits the 78° S and 106° E coordinates - the location of Vostok in Antarctica: the exact point where the absolute severest temperature in the world was recorded at -89.2° C ..... more ROAD TEST Jeep Grand Cherokee Laredo 4x2 11th May, 2014 Dodge muscle cars for 2015 13th April, 2014 The good news: the next Dodge Challenger is being considered for right-hand drive production ..... more ROAD TEST Jeep Wrangler Unlimited "Dragon Edition" 30th March, 2014 Fiat made Jeep Renegade 4th March, 2014 All-new 2015 Jeep Renegade is the brand’s first Fiat-made SUV; Renegade Trailhawk model delivers 4x4 Trail Rated capability with Jeep Active Drive Low, which includes 20:1 crawl ratio and Jeep Selec-Terrain system; “small-wide 4x4 architecture” combines best-in-class off-road capability ..... more Jeep Wrangler Freedom Edition 31st January, 2014 Featuring military vehicle styling effects with interior and exterior enhancements; Available in two and four-door variants; Priced from $35,000* ..... more Who owns Chrysler? 28th January, 2014 Fiat funded the U.S.$1,750 million payment from available cash on hand. Chrysler Group funded the special distribution from available cash on hand ..... more Top of page Jeep Wrangler Dragon Edition 3rd December, 2013 Limited edition Wrangler Dragon features striking styling package; Unique exterior and interior appointments available for the first time on Wrangler ..... more Jeep Grand Cherokee Summit 27th November, 2013 The Summit builds on the comprehensive Grand Cherokee 3.0 CRD Overland (diesel) model specification, delivering a suite of new luxury features while keeping the price to $75,000* ..... more Chrysler expands 300 line-up with 300S 6th November, 2013 New exterior styling and interior equipment on 300S accentuate the flagship Chrysler’s “Imported from Detroit” attitude and street-cred; Priced* from $47,500* ..... more ROAD TEST Jeep Grand Cherokee Laredo (2WD) 4th October, 2013 Ram Trucks for Australia 30th August, 2013 In the rear compartment, cowboy-style saddle bags complete with buckle replace the traditional seat-back pockets on the Laramie LongHorn..... more Ram Rumble Bee truck 23rd August, 2013 Ten years ago, there was the Rumble Bee, a popular model inspired by the Super Bee muscle car of the late ‘60s. Last week-end, Ram unveiled a new HEMI-powered Ram 1500 Rumble Bee concept ..... more Jeep Wrangler Rubicon 10th Anniversary Edition 22nd August, 2013 Named after America’s most demanding off-road trail; offers an even greater level of capability, including additional ground clearance and new rock rails; ‘Anniversary Red’ leather interior ..... more Chrysler at Woodward Dream Cruise 18th August, 2013 Chrysler Group LLC brought more than 70 vehicles to this year’s Woodward Dream Cruise where each brand — Chrysler, Jeep, Dodge, Ram Truck, FIAT, SRT and Mopar — wheeled in some of their latest production and buzz models, along with a collection of iconic, classic cars from America’s past ..... more Jeep Grand Cherokee updated 5th July, 2013 New Grand Cherokee updates the U.S. made SUV, delivering customers a combination of leading powertrain options, legendary capability, elegant design, quality craftsmanship and a host of advanced user-friendly technology and safety features ..... more Chrysler release 'cheap' 300 SRT8 Core 29th May, 2013 Developed specifically for the Australian market, the 300 SRT8 Core offers all the exhilarating performance capabilities synonymous with the SRT brand and has been designed to appeal to customers looking for a ‘pure’ driving experience ..... more All-new Jeep Cherokee debuts 28th March, 2013 With an all-new look, Jeep is set on raising the bar with legendary capability, world-class on-road dynamics, fuel economy improvements of more the 45 per cent over the out-going model. The revolutionary Jeep design is claimed to feature world-class craftsmanship inside and out, and an array of advanced safety and technology features ..... more Jeep Grand Cherokee Trailhawk Limited Edition 18th March, 2013 Only 160 Trailhawk models will be available to Australia buyers, all of which feature Jeep’s powerful 3.0-litre V6 turbo diesel engine, Quadra‐Drive II four-wheel drive system, Quadra‐Lift air suspension, under-body protection plates, 18-inch all-terrain tyres as well as a host of visual and functional enhancements unique to the Trailhawk model ..... more ROAD TEST Chrysler 300 SRT8 17th March, 2013 All-new Jeep Cherokee debuts in March 25th February, 2013 Scheduled to debut at the New York Motor Show, the all-new “no-compromise” 2014 Cherokee will build on its off-road capability and functionality and will feature fuel economy improvements of more than 45 per cent over the outgoing model ..... more LOOKING BACK - 1963 Chrysler Turbine 10th February, 2013 A total of 50 Ghia-bodied gas-turbine cars were manufactured in 1963 and 1964. Most of the vehicles were loaned to members of the general public for a three-month trial period ..... more Top of page Jeep Wrangler Overland released 20th December, 2012 Jeep Australia has announced that the new 2013 Wrangler Overland is on the to local Jeep dealers. New levels of comfort and convenience have been added to Jeep’s iconic off-roader ..... more Jeep Grand Cherokee SRT8 arrives 10th October, 2012 Designed and built using the proven SRT formula that raises performance to competition levels, the new 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee SRT8 runs from 0-100 km/h in 5.0 seconds ..... more Jeep Grand Cherokee Overland now available with 3.6-litre V6 13th September, 2012 Priced at  just $65,000*, the Grand Cherokee Overland 3.6-litre offers all the craftsmanship, luxury and technology found on the other Overland prestige models, with real wood and leather interior appointments, standard dual pane panoramic sun roof and power liftgate, and a large 16.5 cm touchscreen with GPS navigation ..... more Chrysler's new 300 arriving now 11th July, 2012 The brilliant new Chrysler 300 four-model range offers outstanding choices such as V6 petrol or diesel power, V8 petrol, an eight-speed automatic transmission in some models plus premium features such as carbon-fibre and wood grain finishes and 100 per cent Napa leather ..... more Viper returns for U.S. in 2013 3rd June, 2012 An all-new Viper will return to the American high-performance sports car market late this year as an SRT rather than Dodge ..... more Dodge Journey updated for 2012 29th March, 2012 Standard equipment in the new Journey R/T includes not just the Pentastar V6, but also leather seats, 8.4-inch touch-screen satellite navigation, second-row overhead video with wireless headphones, a reversing camera, heated front seats and 19-inch alloy wheels ..... more Jeep Wrangler updated 7th March, 2012 Wrangler’s adoption of the efficient new Pentastar 3.6-litre V6 produces much greater power and torque than the previous 3.8-litre engine, giving improved performance and fuel economy as well as lower exhaust emissions – not to mention greatly enhanced driving pleasure ..... more Ferrari F1 drivers get a 'real' car 3rd February, 2012 The two, uniquely customised Jeep Grand Cherokee SRT8 models are based on the new high-performance model of the Jeep flagship SUV which is already available in North America. European and Australian markets will see the new Jeep Grand Cherokee SRT8 starting in May 2012 ..... more Jeep Compass released 17th January, 2012 The new Compass boasts a host of interior refinements, with soft touch points and high quality materials along with improved ride and handling characteristics courtesy of upgraded steering and suspension systems ..... more Top of page America's Dodge Dart 7th December, 2011 The all-new Dart is the first Chrysler Group vehicle based upon a Fiat architecture – adapted from the Alfa Romeo Giulietta ..... more Jeep Compass returning to Australia 4th August, 2011 The Jeep Compass has been confirmed for arrival in Australia later this year, offering a unique blend of styling, capability, efficiency and value that is set to ignite the compact SUV segment ..... more Who owns Chrysler? 24th July, 2011 Fiat has once again increased its shareholding in Chrysler Group LLC ..... more ROAD TEST Jeep Grand Cherokee Laredo 20th July, 2011 70th Anniversary models for Jeep 27th June, 2011 Jeep is celebrating its 70th anniversary in 2011. To mark the occasion, the Jeep brand has released distinctive, unique 70th Anniversary Edition models of each vehicle in its line-up ..... more Diesel for Jeep Grand Cherokee 22nd June, 2011 The multi-award winning 2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee is now available in Australia with a new 3.0-litre turbo diesel engine. The new engine is more powerful, more fuel efficient and produces lower emissions than its predecessor, while being able to tow up to 3,500 kg ..... more Fiat to buy out 'Feds' share of Chrysler 21st June, 2011 Fiat recently notified the United States Department of Treasury (“UST”) of Fiat’s intent to exercise its option to purchase the interest held in Chrysler by UST, equal to 6% of Chrysler’s equity ..... more Fiat increases its interest in Chrysler 29th May, 2011 Concurrently with the closing of the refinancing of Chrysler’s debt and the full repayment by Chrysler of its debt to the U.S. and Canadian governments last week, Fiat has consummated the exercise of its option to purchase an incremental 16% interest in Chrysler ..... more Chrysler repays government loans 29th May, 2011 Chrysler Group LLC last week announced the repayment of US$7.6 billion in outstanding U.S. and Canadian government loans following the completion of new refinancing transactions ..... more 2011 Jeep Patriot released 27th May, 2011 Jeep Patriot’s classic exterior styling and capability have been enhanced for 2011 with new front and rear fascias, lower bodyside accent cladding, a revised grille and an increased ride height. Ride-and-handling is refined courtesy of upgraded systems. Interior enhancements round out the new-for-2011 features, and include significantly refined touch points ..... more Fiat to increase stake in Chrysler Group LLC 8th May, 2011 Fiat has reached an agreement with Chrysler Group LLC and others regarding the exercise by Fiat of the Incremental Equity Call Option to which Fiat is entitled under Chrysler’s Operating Agreement ..... more Who owns Chrysler? 13th April, 2011 Further to the news item dated 25th January 2011 Chrysler Group LLC yesterday announced that Fiat's ownership in the Company has increased from 25 per cent to 30 per cent, effective 12th April 2011 ..... more ROAD TEST Chrysler 300C SRT8 12th April, 2011 America's Easter Jeep Safari 10th April, 2011 Each year, thousands of off-road enthusiasts descend upon Moab, Utah (USA), for the Easter Jeep Safari and a week of fun on some of the country’s best and most rugged trails ..... more 2011 Jeep Wrangler arrives 13th March, 2011 The new 2011 Jeep Wrangler and Wrangler Unlimited have been released in Australia with a host of upgrades, from an all-new interior to an upgraded turbo diesel powerplant that delivers significantly more power and economy ..... more Jeep Grand Cherokee arrives 1st February, 2011 The all-new Quadra-Lift™ air suspension system is a first for Jeep, delivering legendary Jeep off-road capability and delightful on-road ride. In addition, the new Selec-Terrain™ traction control system allows the driver to choose the drive system that best matches on- or off-road driving conditions. New front and rear independent suspension systems deliver premium on-road handling and comfort ..... more Who owns Chrysler Group? 25th January, 2011 Chrysler Group announced earlier this month that Fiat's ownership interest in the Company has increased from 20 per cent to 25 per cent upon the Company’s achievement of the first of three performance-related 'milestones' ..... more Fiat Freemont is a new journey 24th January, 2011 The Freemont built on the base of the Dodge Journey, is the first Fiat vehicle to come out of the partnership with the Chrysler Group. It will be produced in the Mexican plant of Toluca ..... more Jeep Compass for 2011 23rd January, 2011 Delivering the packaging and interior flexibility of an SUV with the performance, handling, fuel economy and price of a compact car, the new 2011 Jeep Compass also boasts more than 30 safety and security features, including standard side-curtain air bags, electronic stability programme (ESC), electronic roll mitigation, Hill-start Assist (with manual transmission), side curtain air bags for all rows and available front-seat-mounted side air bags ..... more Chrysler 200 convertible 16th January, 2011 America's new 2011 Chrysler 200 Convertible offers consumers an open-air driving experience featuring elegant craftsmanship inside and out, a fun, yet refined driving experience, innovative technology, an abundance of standard safety features and an extraordinary level of standard content ..... more Jeep Patriot for 2011 2nd January, 2011 The Jeep Patriot, the affordable compact sport-utility vehicle, offers capability along with updated exterior styling, new interior features and improved ride-and-handling characteristics ..... more Top of page Chrysler 300 for 2011 28th December, 2010 With its rear-wheel drive configuration and sculptured bodyside, the new 2011 Chrysler 300 delivers the distinction, innovation and large sedan features at a legendary value, while setting a new course for the American brand ..... more Dodge Journey for 2011 22nd November, 2010 For 2011, Dodge takes what was good and makes it better. The Dodge Journey receives a major overhaul with a completely redesigned and retuned suspension, a new V6 engine and a new interior ..... more Jeep's new variants for America 18th November, 2010 A pair of new Jeep vehicles – the Jeep Grand Cherokee Overland Summit and the Jeep Liberty Jet – make their public debut at the Los Angeles Motor Show in USA tomorrow ..... more The new Chrysler 200 9th November, 2010 The Chrysler 200 will arrive in North American dealerships later this year following its debut at the Los Angeles Motor Show on Friday 19th November, 2010 ..... more Mopar at SEMA 4th November, 2010 Mopar® is showcasing 35 vehicles at the 2010 Specialty Equipment Market Association (SEMA) show, in Las Vegas, Nevada (USA) this week. Mopar filled its 4,660 square metres space with customised Jeep®, Dodge, Fiat, Chrysler and Ram Truck vehicles ..... more Jeep prepare for new Grand Cherokee release 14th October, 2010 First shown to the public in Australia at the 2010 National Jeep Jamboree held at Lardner Park in Victoria 30th September through to 3rd October 2010, over 900 delighted Jeep enthusiasts were thrilled to view the all-new 2011 Grand Cherokee on display and also at work ..... more Coming soon from Jeep: new version of the iconic Wrangler 25th August, 2010 Jeep continues to refine the successful Wrangler formula by combining its legendary, benchmark capability with an all-new interior that delivers rich styling with significantly upgraded touch surfaces, occupant comfort and versatility ..... more New Jeep Grand Cherokee production begins 26th May, 2010 Chrysler Group LLC’s Jefferson North (Detroit) Assembly Plant (JNAP) celebrated, on Friday 21st May 2010, the launch of production of the all-new 2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee ..... more Jeep pushes Chrysler sales upward 7th May, 2010 The ever capable Jeep Wrangler continues to lead the way for Chrysler Australia in 2010 with 224 vehicles registered during April with Patriot continuing to set new records each month ..... more Jeep sales up 20th April, 2010 Jeep Cherokee sales continue to grow in 2010 with the versatile off-roader producing its best quarter since launch while Patriot consistently performs since its refresh in October ..... more Jeep Grand Cherokee – Overland Badge Returns 6th April, 2010 Priced from $68,990, the Grand Cherokee Overland is superbly equipped and offers customers fantastic value for money combined with Jeep’s legendary four-wheel-drive capability ..... more Moab's mighty Mopar machines 2nd April, 2010 Chrysler Group LLC arrived with truckloads of head-turning, “Moparised” Jeep® and Ram Truck vehicles to showcase at the 44th annual Moab Easter Jeep Safari in Moab, Utah, USA ..... more More sting for Dodge Viper 31st March, 2010 Built for road racing enthusiasts, the Dodge Viper ACR-X combines the best performance attributes of the record-setting, street-legal Dodge Viper ACR (American Club Racer) and the safety equipment of championship-winning Viper Competition Coupe ..... more Chrysler to develop Fiat 500 based Electric Vehicle 25th March, 2010 Chrysler Group LLC has announced its plans to engineer and manufacture a pure electric vehicle using the Fiat 500 platform ..... more All-new Pentastar V6 Engine from Chrysler Group LLC 22nd March, 2010 Chrysler Group LLC introduces the most advanced V6 engine in the company’s history — the Pentastar V6. This new line of V6 engines will contribute to an overall fuel-efficiency improvement across the Chrysler, Jeep and Dodge product line-up ..... more Top of page Chrysler PT Cruiser Special Edition released 1st October, 2009 Only available in Brilliant Black exterior paint, the Special Edition 2009 Chrysler PT Cruiser comes with a host of extras that not only add value but also differentiate the already unique appearance of the PT Cruiser ..... more Chrysler Resumes Production of Grand Voyager 27th September, 2009 Chrysler Group LLC has announced that the company's Windsor Assembly Plant in Canada has begun production of Grand Voyagers for international markets ..... more Chrysler PT Cruiser production continues 4th August, 2009 With more than 1.3 million PT Cruisers sold in more than 60 countries since 2000, we’re excited to announce we’re re-energising the iconic and award-winning PT Cruiser ..... more Viper to remain in Dodge line-up 12th July, 2009 Originally slated to cease production in December 2009, the Chrysler Group Conner Avenue Assembly Plant — the exclusive 'home' of Dodge Viper production since 1995 — will continue to build the V-10 powered sports car ..... more Chrysler Resumes Production 18th June, 2009 One week after finalising its global strategic alliance with Fiat Group, Chrysler Group LLC has announced that it will resume volume production of vehicles with the start-up of seven of its North American assembly plants ..... more Chrysler Group LLC and Fiat Finalise Global Strategic Alliance 11th June, 2009 As part of the alliance, Fiat will contribute to Chrysler its technology, platforms and powertrains for small- and medium-sized cars ..... more US Court Approves Sale of Chrysler LLC to New Company Formed with Fiat 3rd June, 2009 Chrysler LLC announced on Monday that the U.S. Bankruptcy Court, Southern District of New York (USA), has approved its request to sell substantially all of its operations to Chrysler Group LLC, the new company formed in alliance with Fiat SpA ..... more ROAD TEST Dodge Journey R/T 22nd May, 2009 Chrysler Reveals Electric Concepts to USPS 26th April, 2009 Chrysler has showed off four all-electric Chrysler Town & Country (known as Grand Voyager in Australia) mini-van concepts to the U.S. Postal Service (USPS) ..... more Jeep Introduces All-New 2011 Grand Cherokee 16th April, 2009 First application of company’s all-new, flexible fuel 3.6-litre V6 engine which features Variable-Valve Timing (VVT), 209 kW and 353 Nm @ 4,800 rpm – an increase of 33 per cent in horsepower ..... more ROAD TEST Dodge Nitro SXT 29th March, 2009 Dodge Nitro SX-R – Limited to Just 100 Vehicles 18th March, 2009 Overseen by renowned Australian upholsterer Blackman and Sons, each SX-R will come standard with premium dark mono-tone leather interior with ‘French’ seam stitching ..... more Past and Present Chrysler Vehicles Return to the Murray 12th March, 2009 Over 600 vehicles are expected to be on display at the 17th annual Chryslers on the Murray event which will be held this weekend (14th - 15th March, 2009) at Sumsion Gardens, Wodonga ..... more Chrysler at Geneva Motor Show 20th February, 2009 With its rapidly growing portfolio of ENVI-powered Electric Vehicles, Chrysler LLC is inspiring a personal mobility revolution, providing a new generation of responsible, no-compromise Chrysler, Dodge and Jeep vehicles for consumers who care about the planet’s future and want to take care of it ..... more Potential Chrysler and Fiat Alliance Anticipated 25th January, 2009 The alliance, to be a key element of Chrysler’s viability plan, would provide Chrysler with access to competitive, fuel-efficient vehicle platforms, powertrain, and components to be produced at Chrysler manufacturing sites ..... more Chrysler ENVI – Plugged into the World 19th January, 2009 Chrysler's first electric vehicle will be produced in 2010 and a further three models will make it to production by 2013 ..... more Chrysler Denies Speculation Of Break-Up 18th January, 2009 There would be no piecemeal sale of brands or factories, said vice-chairman Tom LaSorda, and the report about Jeep was “absolutely false” ..... more Top of page Chrysler’s Electric Vehicles Appear at Los Angeles Motor Show 27th November, 2008 Chrysler is well into the development of advanced production-intent electric vehicles and will apply its electric-drive technology to its front-wheel-drive, rear-wheel-drive and body-on-frame four-wheel-drive platforms in the next several years ..... more Jeep J8 Not Coming To Australia 17th November, 2008 The Jeep J8 marks the Jeep brand's return to commercial and military vehicle production with a thoroughly modern vehicle designed to meet the needs of both non-government organisations and government agencies ..... more ROAD TEST Chrysler Grand Voyager Limited 17th October, 2008 Chrysler For 2008 SEMA 16th October, 2008 In this article, the products of Chrysler LLC developed specifically for SEMA are featured ..... more Chrysler Expands Use Of Fuel-Saving Dual-Clutch Transmission Technology 1st October, 2008 In addition to the all-new Dodge Journey, which was recently released in Australia, the Dodge Avenger will also be powered by the 2.0 litre turbo-diesel engine and matched to the six speed automatic dual clutch transmission ..... more All-New Dodge Journey Has Arrived 24th September, 2008 The all-new Dodge Journey is engineered to meet life’s changing demands by offering a unique combination of versatility and flexibility in a sporty design package. It takes on the practicality of a people mover, the flexibility of an SUV and the overall efficiency of a passenger car ..... more Jeep Grand Cherokee Refreshed for 2008 11th August, 2008 With very good tractive capability the Jeep Grand Cherokee is designed, engineered and built to master every imaginable day-to-day driving condition, whether on-road or off-road ..... more All-New Dodge Journey Close To Release 1st August, 2008 The all-new Dodge Journey is engineered to meet life’s changing demands by offering a unique combination of versatility and flexibility in a sporty package ..... more Hear Chris Goodsell Talk Motoring On Radio & Internet ..... more 2008 Jeep Jamboree – The Ultimate 4WD Single Brand Event 28th July, 2008 Jeep enthusiasts, their families and friends will flock to the 2008 Jeep Jamboree to explore a full range of activities, including off-road driving trails, fun vehicle-related challenges and regional drives through the scenic NSW central coast ..... more Mopar Adventure Pack Now Available for Jeep Wrangler 24th July, 2008 Rugged. Durable. Capable. That’s Jeep Wrangler. And now there’s hardcore Genuine Jeep Accessories from Mopar® that are as rugged, durable and capable as the vehicle they were designed for ..... more Mopar Reveals Dodge Challenger Drag Race Package 17th July, 2008 Mopar is bringing the iconic Dodge Challenger muscle car to America's National Hot Road Association (NHRA) drag-racing competition ..... more More Value and New CRD Option for the Iconic Jeep Wrangler 2nd June, 2008 With record sales in the past 12 months, the Jeep Wrangler will further stimulate the senses of the adventurous off-road driver with a host of additions to the standard vehicle line-up ..... more Chrysler's New Dual-Clutch Transmission to Debut in 2008 1st June, 2008 Chrysler’s new dual-clutch transmission — developed in partnership with Getrag — makes its debut in 2008. The new technology — available in Australia on the all-new Dodge Journey — will provide consumers a fuel economy improvement and CO2 emissions reduction of 6 percent ..... more Chrysler Announces New Engineering and Technology Innovations 21st April, 2008 Chrysler LLC will introduce a wide array of new, innovative and — in some cases — industry-first technologies, all designed to enhance the customer experience, the company announced at the Society of Automotive Engineers (SAE) World Congress ..... more All-New Chrysler Grand Voyager Sets a New Standard 30th March, 2008 The all-new Chrysler Grand Voyager has an all-new interior and exterior design and more than 30 new or improved features including a reversing camera as standard across the range ..... more 25,000 Vipers Loose 13th March, 2008 Chrysler LLC's Conner Avenue Assembly Plant reached a manufacturing milestone yesterday, building its 25,000th Dodge Viper ..... more All-new Jeep Cherokee, a 4x4 for Everyday Life 11th March, 2008 The all-new Jeep Cherokee remains true to its legendary 4x4 heritage while offering customers more on-road refinement and amenities. The new Cherokee takes on the Jeep rugged exterior design and it now comes standard with the all-new Selec-Trac II full-time four-wheel-drive system ..... more Chrysler 300C Receives Enhancements For 2008 5th March, 2008 The dramatic exterior design of the Chrysler 300C has been refreshed with minor changes to the rear fascias and tail lamps. The 300C Sedan features a boot lid with an SRT-inspired integrated spoiler and high-mounted stop light ..... more Small Jeep SUVs Tested For Fuel Economy 5th March, 2008 John and Helen Taylor, Australian fuel economy enthusiasts, drove a Jeep Compass and a Jeep Patriot, both standard production vehicles equipped with 2.0-litre turbo diesel engines and carrying two people and their luggage, from London to Berlin on less than a single tank of fuel each ..... more April Arrival For New Chrysler Grand Voyager 2nd March, 2008 The all-new Chrysler Grand Voyager features an all-new interior and exterior design. Debuting for the first time is the six-speed automatic transmission that will be available in Australia with both the 3.8-litre V-6 petrol and the 2.8-litre turbo diesel engines ..... more Dodge Challenger SRT8 Revealed In Chicago 7th February, 2008 The return of America's Dodge Challenger brings what pony car fanatics crave: ground shaking performance, unmistakable design cues reminiscent of the original Challenger, world-class ride and handling characteristics and benchmark braking ..... more First Production 2008 Dodge Challenger SRT8® Sells for $400,000! 3rd February, 2008 Dodge is ecstatic that the sale of the first production 2008 Dodge Challenger SRT8 to roll of the assembly line raised $400,000 (USD) for such a worthy cause ..... more Top of page Chrysler Concept Vehicles Highlight Alternative Fuels 2nd December, 2007 Chrysler has released a sneak preview of the Chrysler ecoVoyager, Dodge Zeo and Jeep Renegade concept vehicles, which will be shown at the 2008 Detroit Motor Show ..... more Chrysler Sebring Cabrio Pricing Announced 28th November, 2007 Drivers who seek the fun and open-air freedom of a drop top, but want the practicality of a car for all seasons and appreciate the sleek styling of a Chrysler coupe have all their needs answered with the all-new 2007 Chrysler Sebring Cabrio — the first four passenger cabrio to offer customers the choice of either a soft top or retractable hard top ..... more Chrysler LLC Introduce Hemi Hybrid Powered Vehicles 15th November, 2007 With the introduction of the new Chrysler Aspen Hemi Hybrid and Dodge Durango Hemi Hybrid, Chrysler LLC delivers two hybrid-electric vehicles to the North American market that combine fuel-efficient advanced-hybrid technology with full-size sport-utility vehicle performance and capability ..... more Even More Viper Venom! 12th November, 2007 The latest addition to Chrysler LLC’s Street and Racing Technology (SRT) stable of performance vehicles, the all-new 450 kW 2008 Dodge Viper SRT10 ACR is a street-legal Viper engineered to dominate on the race track ..... more Chrysler Announces Product and Plant Changes 5th November, 2007 Chrysler LLC has announced that it would make volume-related reductions at several of its North American assembly and powertrain plants, and eliminate four slow-selling products from its line-up ..... more Chrysler Group's Line-Up for 2007 SEMA 30th October, 2007 Chrysler will debut eight ultra-customised Chrysler, Jeep and Dodge vehicles at the Specialty Equipment Market Association (SEMA) trade show ..... more Dodge to Auction First 2008 Challengers For Charity 19th September, 2007 Chrysler has announced, in USA, that the first two all-new 2008 Dodge Challenger vehicles off the Brampton (Ontario, Canada) Assembly Plant production line will be auctioned, with proceeds benefiting two charities ..... more Jeep: Back In Uniform 14th September, 2007 Chrysler LLC has unveiled the Jeep J8 multipurpose vehicle at the 2007 Defence Systems & Equipment International (DSEi) military trade show ..... more Dodge Journey Crossover Provides Room to Grow 27th August, 2007 Dodge designers and engineers have responded to the needs of the global passenger car market, as well as the needs of individual drivers and delivered the all-new Dodge Journey: a global vehicle that meets life’s changing demands by offering a unique combination of versatility and flexibility in a sporty package ..... more Pentastar Returns as Symbol for the New Chrysler 21st August, 2007 The Pentastar, which for decades symbolised Chrysler Corporation, is back as the corporate logo for the "New Chrysler" ..... more Avenger Brings Dodge Attitude to the Mid-Sized Segment 19th August, 2007 The Dodge brand, which is off to a slow start in Australia, is releasing the Dodge Avenger – a new four-door mid-sized sedan ..... more Chrysler Convinced Cheap Chinese Cars Can Carry Company 9th July, 2007 Who in Australia wants to be the first on their block with a cheap Chrysler-cloaked Chinese car? .... more Dodge Nitro Released Locally 28th June, 2007 Dodge, struggling for success in Australia with its Caliber (May YTD sales of only 424 units), brings its approach to the highly competitive mid-size sport-utility vehicle (SUV) segment with the local release of the Dodge Nitro .... more 50 Years Later, Tulsa to Unveil 1957 Plymouth Belvedere 15th June, 2007 On Friday, 15th June (local time), the city will unearth a 1957 Plymouth Belvedere buried in a time capsule in front of the county courthouse in downtown Tulsa 50 years ago. The vehicle will belong to the person (or heir) who in 1957 came closest to guessing the city's population in 2007 ..... more Production of Chrysler Sebring Convertible Commences 7th June, 2007 The Chrysler Group has, this week, announced the production launch of the 2008 Chrysler Sebring Convertible. It will be manufactured at Chrysler Group's Sterling Heights Assembly Plant (Michigan, USA) alongside the Chrysler Sebring Sedan and the 2008 Dodge Avenger ..... more Chrysler Group Celebrates 20 Years of Modern Concept Vehicles 28th May, 2007 “Concept to reality” has become a term that identifies the Chrysler Group design philosophy and many observers are hoping that it will apply to the company’s concept vehicles for 2007 ..... more Jeep Wrangler and Wrangler Unlimited Launched 25th May, 2007 The Jeep Wrangler and four-door Jeep Wrangler Unlimited have been released in Australia, initiating the 2007 expansion of the Jeep vehicle line-up ..... more Chrysler Sebring Released Locally 25th May, 2007 Chrysler now has a common car available in Australia, with the introduction of the Chrysler Sebring — an all-new mid-size sedan. And with a starting price of $33,990 (RRP), the all-new Sebring is priced above the class leading Volkswagen Jetta ..... more All-New Jeep Cherokee For 2008 9th April, 2007 Jeep, seemingly undisturbed by its last placing (33rd out of 33 brands) in a survey regarding warranty claims which was recently conducted by Warranty Direct, is amongst the Chrysler brands which is introducing many new models in an endeavour to arrest falling sales in their home market ..... more US Car Chiefs Meet With President George Bush 27th March, 2007 Joint statement attributable to Chrysler Group president and CEO Tom LaSorda, Ford Motor Company president and CEO Alan Mulally, and General Motors chairman and CEO Rick Wagoner regarding the meeting between President George W. Bush and the CEOs of America’s domestic auto industry ..... more Project E490 - Chrysler tinkers with the 300C SRT8 Touring 13th March, 2007 Straight from the believe it or not files comes a story about the Chrysler 300C SRT8 Touring, which sells in very low numbers in Australia. Remembering the Valiant Charger from the 1970s, in particular the high performance E49, Chrysler's local operation has put together a 300C SRT8 Touring “E490” ..... more Jeep Adds V6 Petrol Engine To Grand Cherokee Line-Up 20th February, 2007 Just quietly, Jeep has come bottom of the class (so to speak) in arguably the world’s largest ever study into car reliability ..... more Dodge Nitro Makes Australian Debut 16th February, 2007 Featuring unusual styling (some may say ugly) and a flexible interior design, the Nitro will come with a choice of petrol and diesel engines ..... more Three All-New Jeeps Make their Australian Debut 16th February, 2007 The all-new Jeep Wrangler and Wrangler Unlimited (four-door) will spearhead the show, providing a prequel to the brand’s product offensive which will see the range grow from four models to seven this year ..... more Dodge Demon Demands Attention! 14th February, 2007 The Dodge Demon Roadster concept car, which will be revealed at the Geneva Motor Show in March, is a compact, nimble, two-seat rear-wheel drive “roadster with attitude” ..... more Camp Jeep 2007 19th January, 2007 Camp Jeep 2007, America's annual three-day mix of off-road driving and other family-friendly outdoor activities, will be held 26th-28th July, 2007 in Nelson County, Virginia ..... more More Venom For Dodge Viper SRT10 17th January, 2007 America's new 2008 Dodge Viper SRT10 boasts more of what performance aficionados crave: kick-in-the-pants, throw-back-in-the-seat power, combined with benchmark braking, world-class ride and handling, a race-inspired interior and bold exterior styling ..... more Chrysler Nassau Concept 15th January, 2007 Combining refinement, function and style, the Chrysler Nassau concept, which is on display at the 2007 Detroit Motor Show explores a new expression of the Chrysler brand ..... more Jeep Trailhawk Concept 14th January, 2007 The Jeep Trailhawk concept, unveiled at the Detroit Motor Show this week, merges the spectrum of the Jeep brand by combining the off-road features of the Jeep Wrangler Unlimited with the sophistication of an all-new on-road open-air concept vehicle ..... more Dodge Caliber Turbo Diesel Arrives 15th January, 2007 Dodge has added a 2.0-litre turbo diesel engine to its 'off to a slow start' Caliber line-up ..... more Dodge Avenger Due Late 2007 11th January, 2007 Dodge has unveiled the Avenger at the Detroit Motor Show and confirmed that the new mid-sized sedan will be released in Australia later this year ..... more Chrysler Wagons for 2008 9th January, 2007 The 2008 Chrysler and Dodge minivans (as they are known in North America) will once again offer an opportunity to move people and cargo the American way ..... more Chrysler Seeks 'Made in China' Tag 5th January, 2007 The least attractive branding on offer around the world is the 'Made in China' tag ..... more Top of page Four New Jeeps in 2007 21st December, 2006 Jeep is planning a greater presence in Australia in 2007 launching four all-new vehicles that will expand the four-wheel drive brand’s stable to seven ..... more Chrysler 300C SRT8 Touring Arrives 18th December, 2006 Chrysler will launch a high performance Street and Racing Technology (SRT) version of its 300C Touring in Australia ..... more Chrysler to show new Sebring cabrio in LA 29th November, 2006 The new Chrysler Sebring Cabrio will make its debut later today at the Los Angeles Motor Show ..... more Austria's One Million Chryslers 26th November, 2006 Almost 15 years after the first Chrysler Voyager rolled off the production line in Graz, Austria, in 1991, DaimlerChrysler's Chrysler Group celebrated a milestone of one million Chrysler and Jeep vehicles "Made in Europe" ..... more Chrysler Group Concepts For Detroit Motor Show 23rd November, 2006 Chrysler Group will unveil two concept vehicles in January 2007 at the Detroit Motor Show — the Chrysler Nassau Concept and the Jeep Trailhawk Concept ..... more Jeep Wrangler Earns Trio of Awards 16th November, 2006 The 2007 Jeep Wrangler Rubicon and Wrangler Unlimited, due for Australian launch in March 2007, have notched a trio of prestigious awards in the United States ..... more Detroit's Big 3 Meet US President George W. Bush 15th November, 2006 Joint statement attributable to Chrysler Group president and CEO Tom LaSorda, Ford Motor Company president and CEO Alan Mulally, and General Motors chairman and CEO Rick Wagoner regarding the meeting between President George W. Bush and the CEOs of America's domestic automotive industry ..... more Chrysler Group at SEMA 2006 9th November, 2006 The annual Specialty Equipment Market Association (SEMA) trade show held in Las Vegas, United States, last week has witnessed the debut of a number of vehicles from the Chrysler Group’s SkunkWerks team ..... more Chrysler Confirms Sebring for Australia 3rd November, 2006 It may not be the most attractive of designs, but the mid-size Chrysler Sebring sedan is coming to Australia for a mid-2007 release ..... more Dodge Caliber R/T Arrives 22nd October, 2006 Dodge has released another version of the 'off-to-a-slow-start' Caliber hatch by adding the R/T model to the range ..... more Chrysler Returns to Bathurst 5th October, 2006 Chrysler will extend its relationship with the V8 Supercar Championship Series for a further two years as the official safety car provider ..... more Jeep Wrangler Unlimited For Paris 26th September, 2006 Featuring a one-of-a-kind, four-door open-air design, the all-new Jeep Wrangler Unlimited expands the Jeep experience to new dimensions ..... more Dodge Avenger Concept 21st September, 2006 Dodge is looking to produce a new D-segment sedan with the all-new Dodge Avenger concept ..... more Victoria Police Take a Chrysler 300C 14th September, 2006 Victoria Police has boosted their vehicle fleet and injected some ‘cool’ with the addition of a Chrysler 300C ..... more Jeep Grand Cherokee SRT-8 27th August, 2006 Jeep has released a Street and Racing Technology (SRT) version of its Grand Cherokee, boasting 313 kW, 569 Nm and a 0-100 km/h time in the under six second range ..... more Caliber Signals the Return of Dodge 18th August, 2006 Dodge will attempt, with its return to Australia, to again secure a place in the nation's automotive industry by releasing the Dodge Caliber ..... more Chrysler's new American PT Cruiser Edition 16th August, 2006 Chrysler kicked off its participation in Detroit's annual Woodward Dream Cruise yesterday, making a splash with the introduction of the new Chrysler PT Street Cruiser Pacific Coast Highway Edition ..... more Best July Sales in 9 Years for Chrysler Group 7th August, 2006 With 838 retails in July, sales were up 52 per cent over last year’s respective monthly result ..... more Jeep Jamboree in Queensland 3rd August, 2006 Hundreds of Jeep owners and their families around Australia are gearing up for the national event involving four days of four-wheel drive adventure ..... more Dodge Caliber Earns top Safety Ratings 18th July, 2006 The Dodge Caliber, the vehicle which will launch the brand’s Australian return, has received the highest ratings for frontal-impact crash protection ..... more Record Sales for Chrysler Group 10th July, 2006 The Chrysler Group have posted another record performance in June, achieving combined sales of 880 units - its best monthly sales result in over eight years ..... more Fourth of July Celebrations for Chrysler Group 3rd July, 2006 The Chrysler Group will celebrate the 4th July having posted its 79,000th sale in Australia ..... more Dodge Challenger is a 'Go' 2nd July, 2006 America's Dodge Challenger will return to production after a nearly 35-year hiatus. The new Dodge Challenger will be launched in North America in 2008 ..... more Chrysler Sebring For World Markets 30th June, 2006 The 2007 Chrysler Sebring is not the world's most attractive car, but it will be built in RHD which indicates it is likely to come to Australia ..... more Petty To Drive ’72 Dodge Charger At Goodwood 28th June, 2006 Former NASCAR driver Richard Petty will drive a restored 1972 Dodge Charger race car on the famous hillclimb course at the Goodwood Festival of Speed ..... more Chrysler Launches 300C Touring 23rd June, 2006 Chrysler has launched the wagon version of its 300C, with prices starting from $56,990 (RRP) ..... more Jeep Compass To Grow Brand in a New Direction 18th June, 2006 Compass will be the Jeep brand's first front-wheel-drive-based product with a fully independent suspension for comfortable on-road ride and handling and fun-to-drive characteristics ..... more PT Cruiser Cabrio Arrives In Australia 16th June, 2006 Chrysler has expanded the appeal of one of motoring’s coolest cars launching, in Australia, the 4-seat PT Cruiser Cabrio ..... more The 300C Diesel Is Now Available In Australia 9th June, 2006 Chrysler has bolstered its engine lineup for the 300C with the introduction of an all-new diesel power unit ..... more Jeep Celebrate 65th Anniversary 24th May, 2006 Jeep is celebrating 65 years with a 65 day sale, offering free GPS navigation across its range and special pricing on selected models ..... more All-New Jeep Commander Arrives 16th May, 2006 The all-new Jeep Commander has arrived in Australia, initiating the expansion of the Jeep vehicle line-up ..... more Jeep Patriot Delivers Traditional Jeep Styling 20th April, 2006 The Jeep brand has continued its expansion into untravelled territory revealing the 2007 Jeep Patriot at the New York International Motor Show ..... more Chrysler 300C SRT8 Unleashed in Australia 19th April, 2006 Priced at $71,990, the Chrysler 300C SRT8 is the first SRT vehicle to be powered by a 6.1-litre V8 ..... more Jeep Unveils Four-Door Wrangler 18th April, 2006 Jeep has unveiled the first-ever four-door Wrangler at the New York International Motor Show ..... more Eight Year High For Chrysler Jeep 12th April, 2006 The arrival of the 300C has helped lift combined Chrysler Jeep sales to an eight year high ..... more Jeep Commander Earns High Safety Rating 3rd April, 2006 The Jeep Commander has received the highest rating for frontal-impact crash protection from America's NHTSA ..... more New 2007 Chrysler 300 Long Wheelbase 28th March, 2006 America's Chrysler Group announced overnight that a new model — the Chrysler 300 Long Wheelbase — will be on display at the New York Motor Show ..... more DaimlerChrysler Seeks Their Day In Court 22nd March, 2006 A Texas attorney who prosecuted a lawsuit found by a Texas district court judge to be fraudulent should sacrifice the privilege to practice law ..... more Magic Million for PT Cruiser 17th March, 2006 Chrysler’s retro PT Cruiser recently posted a major milestone with the one millionth vehicle rolling off the Mexican production line ..... more Voyager and Commander Good For Families 16th March, 2006 Three Chrysler Group vehicles have made the American Automobile Association (AAA) and Parents magazine's list of ‘Best Cars for Families’ for 2006 ..... more DaimlerChrysler Brands Join Diesel Revolution 13th March, 2006 DaimlerChrysler will launch up to seven diesel-powered passenger cars into the Australian market in the next 12 months ..... more Dodge Returns To American Trucking 7th March, 2006 Dodge Ram expands into the American commercial chassis cab segment with the introduction of the all-new 2007 Dodge Ram 3500 Chassis Cab ..... more Solid Chrysler and Jeep Sales Performance 6th March, 2006 Chrysler and Jeep achieved combined sales of 675 units in February, according to official industry figures ..... more Chrysler Reveals 300C SRT8 Touring 2nd March, 2006 Chrysler has revealed a 317 kW high performance SRT version of the versatile 300C Touring wagon at the Geneva International Motor Show ..... more Extra value for Jeep Grand Cherokee 28th February, 2006 Jeep has released a limited edition Grand Cherokee Navigator pack adding up to $4,500 of extra value at no additional cost ..... more Dodge Hornet concept for Geneva 24th February, 2006 Dodge will inject attitude into another vehicle segment when it unveils an aggressively styled small car concept at the Geneva Motor Show next week ..... more Dodge At Geneva Motor Show 19th February, 2006 The introduction of the Caliber and Nitro marks the arrival of two new contenders in the competitive C- and mid-size SUV segments ..... more Chrysler To Expand Model Range 9th February, 2006 Chrysler yesterday confirmed the pending arrival of four new vehicles including a diesel within six months ..... more Jeep To Expand Model Range 8th February, 2006 Jeep is planning a greater presence in Australia this year with the company confirming two new models for 2006; the Grand Cherokee SRT-8 and the Commander ..... more Dodge Introduces All-new 2007 Dodge Nitro 7th February, 2006 The Dodge brand — which is coming to Australia — is spicing up the American mid-size SUV segment with the 2007 Dodge Nitro ..... more Dodge Re-introduces Performance Nameplate 20th January, 2006 A pair of names familiar to many automotive enthusiasts are again part of the Dodge performance line-up with the return of the Super Bee nameplate for the 2007 Dodge Charger SRT8 and the "TorRed" exterior colour for the 2006 Dodge Charger Daytona R/T ..... more America's new Chrysler Aspen 17th January, 2006 “The all-new 2007 Chrysler Aspen offers customers guilt-free indulgence,” said a wishful thinking Jeff Bell, Vice President – Chrysler, Chrysler Group ..... more Dodge Challenger Concept Flexes Some Muscle 15th January, 2006 In developing the new Dodge Challenger concept car the designers at Chrysler Group’s West Coast Pacifica Studio knew they had a rich heritage to draw upon ..... more Dodge Caliber For Global Markets 12th January, 2006 Dodge has revealed a production version of the Dodge Caliber at the Detroit Motor Show, the vehicle that will launch the brand in Australia in the third quarter of 2006 ..... more Jeep Reveals Two New Vehicles For Australia 11th January, 2006 Jeep has unveiled two brand new production cars at the Detroit Motor Show aimed at younger customers, the Jeep Compass and Jeep Wrangler – and both will be coming to Australia within the next 18 months ..... more Chrysler Imperial Concept 11th January, 2006 Attractive or unattractive? You decide! But the Editor asserts this is one of the most unattractive cars at the 2006 Detroit Motor Show ..... more Volkswagen 'Minivan' For America 8th January, 2006 DaimlerChrysler's Chrysler Group and Volkswagen will develop and produce a new van for the North American market ..... more Best Sales in 8 Years for Chrysler/Jeep 5th January, 2006 Riding on a record December retail performance Chrysler Jeep has achieved its best annual sales in eight years, according to official VFACTS figures released today ..... more Top of page New Chrysler 300C "Heritage Edition" 26th December, 2005 Paying homage to the great Chrysler 300s of the late 1950s, the Chrysler Group announced the new 2006 Chrysler 300C "Heritage Edition," will debut on 4th January, 2006, at the Los Angeles Motor Show ..... more Chrysler’s 300C Australian Connection 15th December, 2005 The path to the development of the recently launched, Chrysler 300C has turned up a little-known connection with Australia ..... more Limited Edition For 2006 Chrysler PT Cruiser 13th December, 2005 One of the coolest vehicles in modern motoring has received a boost to its status with the introduction of the 2006 Chrysler PT Cruiser and the addition of a limited edition ‘Route 66’ model ..... more DaimlerChrsyler Selling Mitsubishi Shares 14th November, 2005 DaimlerChrysler AG has agreed to sell its remaining equity interest in Mitsubishi Motors Corporation (MMC) ..... more Jeep Introduces the Most Prized of Birds 30th November, 2005 The Golden Eagle, which has been introduced to meet record demand for the iconic four-wheel-drive, comes complete with exclusive styling and bold graphics ..... more Best October For Chrysler Jeep In 4 Years 9th November, 2005 Capping off five consecutive months of year-over-year sales gains, Chrysler Jeep achieved its best October performance since 2001 ..... more Chrysler 300C Goes On Sale In Australia 30th October, 2005 Following its success in the US, the Chrysler 300C has arrived in Australia, priced from $53,990 ..... more Dodge Nitro For Australia 10th October, 2005 At the California International Motor Show on Thursday, the Chrysler Group confirmed production of the Dodge Nitro mid-size SUV ..... more Chrysler Group Akino Concept 26th September, 2005 The unique and artistically sculptured appearance of the Chrysler Akino concept and its one-box, compact size will certainly turns heads ..... more Chrysler Grand Voyager Vision 23rd September, 2005 Chrysler is introducing a new limited edition Voyager, the Vision Series ..... more New Jeep Concepts - Patriot and Compass 13th September, 2005 Jeep designers have developed two sport-utility-vehicle concepts that demonstrate a potential to expand the Jeep brand into new territory ..... more Global Alliance for Hybrid Drive Development 10th September, 2005 BMW Group, DaimlerChrysler AG and General Motors have signed a "memorandum of understanding" governing the formation of an alliance for the development of hybrid drive systems ..... more Record Jeep Sales 9th September, 2005 Jeep has achieved its best monthly sales performance following the launch of the all-new third generation Grand Cherokee ..... more Diesel Joins New Jeep Grand Cherokee Range 25th August, 2005 The new 3.0-litre common-rail diesel (CRD) engine from DaimlerChrysler has joined the all-new Jeep Grand Cherokee range ..... more America's 2006 Dodge Viper SRT10 21st August, 2005 Chrysler's 2006 Dodge Viper SRT10 Coupe arrives in America's Dodge showrooms in October ..... more Chrysler's PT Street Cruiser Honours 'Route 66' 17th August, 2005 America will see a limited-production Chrysler PT Cruiser dedicated to Route 66, which is affectionately known to Americans as “The Mother Road” ..... more New Jeep Concept Vehicles 9th August, 2005 The Jeep brand hints at global expansion and explores all-new territory with the world premiere of two compact SUV concepts — the Jeep Patriot and Jeep Compass Rallye ..... more Chrysler Says 'Yes' To 2007 Dodge Caliber 9th August, 2005 Confirming production of the all-new 2007 Dodge Caliber, the Chrysler Group has announced that the powertrain choices for the vehicle will be engineered to meet the demands of global customers ..... more Jeep Commander Production Begins 31st July, 2005 New Jeep model expands the Jeep lineup to four SUVs ..... more Chrysler and Jeep Sales Strengthen 12th July, 2005 Chrysler and Jeep achieved combined sales of 673 in June, an increase of 13 per cent over last year according to official industry VFACTS figures ..... more Top of page About | Car Clubs | Great Drives | Home | News | Road Ramblings | Road Tests | Subscribe | Top Drive ©   2003 - 2015   Next Car Pty Ltd.   All rights reserved.