How did FCA US LLC come up with the target range of 33 miles on a single charge of its lithium-ion (Li-ion) battery for the all-new 2017 Chrysler Pacifica Hybrid? By analyzing the daily commute of minivan customers. “The 33 miles of all-electric range will get you through your daily commute to and from school,
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2016 in the rearview mirror: FIAT
In 2016, FIAT dropped the top, hit the road for the headquarters and led the city car segment in dependability. 124 Spider returns This year marked the return of the iconic 124 Spider to the United States after a nearly 30-year absence. The all-new version of the Italian roadster features design elements from the enormously
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2016 in the rearview mirror: Ram Truck picks up speed and some new models
A pickup truck that can go 100 miles an hour off-road? Who knew?! For 2016 the Ram Rebel TRX Concept truck was a top priority with the Ram Truck team and they delivered with a roar at the State Fair of Texas in Dallas. Along with the extreme capability of the 575-horsepower Ram Rebel TRX
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2016 in the rearview mirror: Jeep brand celebrates a 2016 milestone, and more
With 2017 right around the corner, the Jeep® brand bids farewell to the last 12 months of creating new horizons, new ideas, new product and one unique history-making milestone for this American-born icon. 2016 marked the 75th anniversary of the Jeep brand. FCA US Historian Brandt Rosenbusch takes a look back at the important role
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2016 in the rearview mirror: Mopar roar echoed throughout the year
Mopar kept its engine running at high rpm through 2016, from dominating at the drag strip to bringing modern HEMI® power to classic muscle cars to making it fast and easy to keep the daily driver in top shape. Before Mopar refuels for 2017, here’s a quick (what else?) look back at highlights from this
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2016 in the rearview mirror: Chrysler
Editor’s Note: This is the first in our series of blog posts looking at 2016 in the rearview mirror. Through the end of the year, your FCA Digital Media team will explore the highlights of FCA US brands, as well as milestones from safety and manufacturing. We hope you’ll enjoy this review of 2016, and
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Minivan Monday: Technology ‘coaches’ drivers in the all-new Chrysler Pacifica Hybrid
Owners of the all-new 2017 Chrysler Pacifica Hybrid will get a little help from technology to maximize driving efficiency. Through a variety of features, including the minivan’s 8.4-inch touch screen, the 7-inch color thin film transistor (TFT) cluster display and the Pacifica Hybrid’s Uconnect Access smartphone app, drivers will have a number of “coaches” to
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