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Happy 25th Anniversary Minivan!

Hank — Wed, 12 Nov 2008 17:06:50 +0000

It was 25 years ago when Chrysler realized they needed a new platform to support growing families, and sneak away from the station wagon segment. They also needed to boost sales…some things never change. (more…)

Automotive World Series - Chrysler Edition

Hank — Wed, 29 Oct 2008 16:49:10 +0000

Batter Up! In the World Series of American Automotive Companies we have our own Philadelphia Phillies Vs. Tampa Bay Rays - in the form of General Motors and Chrysler LLC. (more…)

GM, Chrysler and The Federal Government?

Hank — Tue, 21 Oct 2008 20:31:26 +0000

Senators and Reps in Michigan are concerned (as well as the UAW) about a possible lose in jobs if General Motors and Chrysler merge. One MI Senator in particular, Carl Levin is particularity worried about mass unemployment in Detroit, and wants the Federal Government to step in. (more…)

Chrysler, GM and Cerberus Talk Merger

Hank — Tue, 14 Oct 2008 22:11:43 +0000

What happens when the Number One and Number Three auto makers in the United States are struggling through some of the hardest financial times this nation has seen? Simple, they merge or one buys the other out. (more…)

PT Cruiser Special Edition

Hank — Thu, 02 Oct 2008 15:20:41 +0000

Single moms and grandparents rejoice! Chrysler has just introduced a brand new Special Edition 2009 PT - The PT Dream Cruiser Series 5. (more…)

Chrysler Nassau Concept

Hank — Wed, 01 Oct 2008 18:55:01 +0000

Chrysler has a sibling to bring together with their 300C luxury sedan family - The Nassau Concept. (more…)

Chrysler’s Adorable EV Peapod Concept!

Hank — Thu, 25 Sep 2008 18:46:17 +0000

Chrysler’s addition to the CDJ hybrid electric line up is their EV GEM (Global Electric Motorcars) Peapod! Well, actually, Chrysler kind of rebranded the GEM vehicle, but we’ll forgive them. (more…)

Chrysler EcoVoyager Concept

Hank — Thu, 18 Sep 2008 18:34:11 +0000

Chrysler is combining the luxury of a private jet (not to mention space) with a crossover in the vein of the Caravan. But you won’t have to give up environmental friendliness when driving from point A to B. Chrysler’s EcoVoyager exemplifies what the company calls ‘elegant simplicity.’ EcoVoyager’s powertrain is a system of both hydrogen fuel cell and electric motor to provide a no-emissions range of 300 miles.

EcoVoyager has a 268 horsepower motor backed up by lithium-ion battery packs under the EcoV hood. Regenerative brakes allow for otherwise lost energy during braking to be re-used, increasing the normal range of 40 miles per average daily commute.

EcoVoyager’s supporting hydrogen fuel cell unit brings it to a dramatic 300 mile marker. And like its no-emissions electric counterpart the hydrogen fuel cell also produces none, emitting only its water vapor.

Inside, Chrysler combines futuristic shuttle craft design with a layout that looks almost yacht like surfaces. The EcoVoyager’s ‘effortless luxury’ is thanks to its easily accessible touch screen control panels and gear shifter. A panoramic glass sunroof keeps the vehicle open and airy, allowing an almost 360 degree view opf the world around you. Maybe the production model will include a see through Plexiglas floor.

Chrysler’s Sale of Viper a Go?

Hank — Thu, 18 Sep 2008 17:03:48 +0000

Looks as though the death of Viper is (again) very exaggerated. Chrysler’s selling of Dodge Viper perked the ears of many V-philes, along with some of the top performance enhanced engine producers around - Roush Performance and Saleen. Saleen is already part of Viper-production - they paint the vehicles after assembly.

Chrysler also states they have other interested parties both in the United States and UK. Chrysler President Jim Press believes there are countless possibilities for potential Viper purchasers, although he may be more concerned with the potential amount of money his struggling company can make off this sale. Chrysler Dodge Jeep could take in anywhere between $50 million and $150 million by the end of Viper’s 2011 run.

Chrysler & Nissan - A Match Made In Truck Heaven?

Hank — Thu, 04 Sep 2008 14:01:29 +0000

In today’s economy, if you’re going to buy a truck you might as well go all out. Gas prices may decrease, cost of living rates may fall - or not. But you need a vehicle with one rugged engine and towing capacity to boot. But maybe you’re not a fan of many American made pickup trucks. In the past we at Chryslerpedia would just say “your loss.” Today, all that is going to change. This week Chrysler sent out a press release announcing their new powerful partnership with Nissan.

Starting in 2009 Chrysler LLC and Nissan Motor Co. will team up for future productions of the Nissan Titan. So, if you’re not into the new Dodge Ram 1500 fear not, truck buyers will be able to get themselves into a Chrysler-Dodge HEMI powered Titan by next decade. Along with a HEMI, Chrysler will supply the framework for Titan as well, continuing through 2011 - which is when North American truck fans will be able to purchase a Chry-ssan Titan. Wait, you’re not a truck fan but one of those small-car niche market people? You too will benefit from this foreign & domestic partnership - Nissan will manufacture a Chrysler fuel-efficient compact car, based on Chrysler concept models. While the Titan is being produced in North America, Chry-ssan’s green vehicle will be produced at Nissan’s Japanese plant.