Sometimes, in manufacturing, a good solution can lead to other challenges. However, resolving that challenge also can lead to a better solution. That’s what happened when we discovered that an improved body sealing system at our Belvidere, Ill., Assembly Plant was causing more emissions. But, Belvidere and FCA personnel along with a supplier found a
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Where in the world is Dan Grec?
If you remember, the intrepid Aussie-born Outlander and his customized Jeep® Wrangler Rubicon rolled into FCA headquarters in Auburn Hills, Michigan, in May to bring us up to date on plans for his most ambitious road trip yet – a nearly 8,000-mile journey in his customized Jeep Wrangler Rubicon around the continent of Africa Dan
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Green FCA: ‘Green’ foam reduces more than noise
Being watchful, being efficient, being green benefits everyone – those within Fiat Chrysler Automobiles and our vehicle owners. FCA employees have the opportunity to submit projects for an Environment, Health and Safety Leadership Award. And, we’re giving you an exclusive look inside FCA to see the nominees and the impact that these ideas have on
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(Top-secret blog post)
Shhhhh. Come here. Quick, but don’t let anyone see you. . . . . I’m going to let you in on a secret. Starting earlier this week, even right now through Friday, there’s a group of people who are getting the first U.S. drives in the 2017 Fiat 124 Spider roadster. They’re in and around
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Creating pathways: FCA Design continues reaching out to students
When you love what you do, you want to share it. And that’s what the FCA Design Office does throughout the year, whether meeting with owners at car shows or inspiring future designers by working with schools. Throughout the year, FCA designers meet with metro Detroit students, from elementary to junior high to high school.
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Off the Line: Denny Bastarache
FCA US is made up of men and women from a wide variety of cultures, backgrounds and experiences. Our commitment to diversity helps breed innovation and accomplishment. Over the next few months, we’ll be taking a look at some of our most interesting and unique manufacturing employees working in a wide range of positions, locations
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All automotive enthusiasts welcomed at CEMA charity car show
Is there a better way to spend a Saturday than with 2,500 other automotive enthusiasts? There may be a few, but not many. The Chrysler Employee Motorsports Association (CEMA) 27th annual charity car show, Saturday, June 11 at the Walter P. Chrysler Museum, “is not just a Chrysler car show. It’s for all makes and
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