Wrangler Unlimited Rubicon: Upscale but still caters to the rugged,
Postmedia News, March 29
The revamped Wrangler still has the bona fides to blaze a new trail
up Kilimanjaro, said Postmedia News. Considering the Rubicon's
off-road suspension setup and high ground clearance, the ride and
handling is decently balanced, with minimal body lean when cornering
and braking, the article said. As for the revamped interior, the Jeep
designers imbued the cozy cabin of the rugged trailblazer with
unprecedented comfort, the article said. As a legitimate automotive
icon, the Jeep® Wrangler has a uniqueness to it that shouldn't be
messed with, the report said. All Chrysler did for the 2011 model is
make it more pleasant, the article said.
Wednesday, March 30, 2011
First drive: 2011 Dodge Durango, Consumerreports.org
First drive: 2011 Dodge Durango, Consumerreports.org, March 28
The Durango offers a 5.7-liter Hemi V8, making it a credible
Chevrolet Tahoe competitor, Consumerreports.org said. Like the
redesigned Grand Cherokee, this generation Durango can now be
mentioned in the same breath as luxury SUVs from Japan and Europe,
and needless to say, it costs less than most of those competitors,
the article said. The old Durango was a workhorse of a SUV and short
on refinement; the new Durango is a big step ahead, one that shows how far Chrysler has come despite the turmoil of the last few years,
Consumerreports.org said.
The Durango offers a 5.7-liter Hemi V8, making it a credible
Chevrolet Tahoe competitor, Consumerreports.org said. Like the
redesigned Grand Cherokee, this generation Durango can now be
mentioned in the same breath as luxury SUVs from Japan and Europe,
and needless to say, it costs less than most of those competitors,
the article said. The old Durango was a workhorse of a SUV and short
on refinement; the new Durango is a big step ahead, one that shows how far Chrysler has come despite the turmoil of the last few years,
Consumerreports.org said.
Thursday, March 24, 2011
25 cars worth waiting for
25 cars worth waiting for, Car and Driver, March 23
o Car and Driver magazine named 25 cars it considers worth waiting for,
including several Chrysler Group vehicles.
- 2013 Dodge Viper: Styling is expected to echo elements of the Alfa
Romeo 8C Competizione and Zagato’s Alfa Romeo TZ3 concept car. The
new Viper will have the benefit of Ferrari engineering and
development.
- 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee SRT8: If it’s half as bodacious as the
first Grand Cherokee SRT8, it’ll be the most charmingly absurd of
all SRT8s.
- 2012 Chrysler 300C SRT8 / Dodge Charger SRT8: The redesigned
Charger and 300 are nice; adding a 470-hp engine makes them mean.
- 2013 Fiat 500 EV: Fiat needs to give people another reason to buy
a 500 besides styling. Powertrain: A 100-hp electric motor powered
by lithium-ion batteries.
o Car and Driver magazine named 25 cars it considers worth waiting for,
including several Chrysler Group vehicles.
- 2013 Dodge Viper: Styling is expected to echo elements of the Alfa
Romeo 8C Competizione and Zagato’s Alfa Romeo TZ3 concept car. The
new Viper will have the benefit of Ferrari engineering and
development.
- 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee SRT8: If it’s half as bodacious as the
first Grand Cherokee SRT8, it’ll be the most charmingly absurd of
all SRT8s.
- 2012 Chrysler 300C SRT8 / Dodge Charger SRT8: The redesigned
Charger and 300 are nice; adding a 470-hp engine makes them mean.
- 2013 Fiat 500 EV: Fiat needs to give people another reason to buy
a 500 besides styling. Powertrain: A 100-hp electric motor powered
by lithium-ion batteries.
2011 Dodge Charger 4-door R/T Sedan, Kelley Blue Book
2011 Dodge Charger 4-door R/T Sedan, Kelley Blue Book, March 22
Combining muscle car performance with family sedan functionality, the
2011 Dodge Charger is the perfect choice for the driving enthusiast
who also requires four doors, Kelley Blue Book said. The 2011 Dodge
Charger is no run-of-the-mill family sedan; it's hard to find a
domestic or foreign competitor capable of offering the kind of power,
handling and aggressive good looks offered by the Charger, the
article said. If you need room for family members or business
clients, but can't stand the thought of driving a generic four-door
sedan, the 2011 Dodge Charger may be your savior, the article said.
Combining muscle car performance with family sedan functionality, the
2011 Dodge Charger is the perfect choice for the driving enthusiast
who also requires four doors, Kelley Blue Book said. The 2011 Dodge
Charger is no run-of-the-mill family sedan; it's hard to find a
domestic or foreign competitor capable of offering the kind of power,
handling and aggressive good looks offered by the Charger, the
article said. If you need room for family members or business
clients, but can't stand the thought of driving a generic four-door
sedan, the 2011 Dodge Charger may be your savior, the article said.
First Drive: 2011 Chrysler 200 Convertible, Autoblog.com
March Highlights of the Sebring renovation include all-new sheetmetal and
handsome chrome accents, Autoblog.com said. The 200's new LED daytime
running lights look good, as do the LED taillamps, the website said.
Inside, money has been thrown at everything customers see and touch,
the review said. The chassis has also benefited from some attention,
the article said. The 200 Convertible's Pentastar engine delivers
more than ample power; in normal driving, the entire powertrain is
smooth and unobtrusive, the article said. Conversation at highway
speeds was easy compared to many open-air rides, the website said.
The new 200 Convertible should serve its target audience well,
Autoblog.com said.
handsome chrome accents, Autoblog.com said. The 200's new LED daytime
running lights look good, as do the LED taillamps, the website said.
Inside, money has been thrown at everything customers see and touch,
the review said. The chassis has also benefited from some attention,
the article said. The 200 Convertible's Pentastar engine delivers
more than ample power; in normal driving, the entire powertrain is
smooth and unobtrusive, the article said. Conversation at highway
speeds was easy compared to many open-air rides, the website said.
The new 200 Convertible should serve its target audience well,
Autoblog.com said.
Tuesday, March 15, 2011
RAM Outdoorsman
The Outdoorsman goes a long way toward fulfilling the tasks of
getting hunter and gear afield, Hunting magazine said. The 2011
Outdoorsman is a serious wilderness contender, the magazine said.
After spending a week with it bouncing through South Dakota’s stubble
fields and muddy farm roads, I was impressed with the Outdoorsman,
the magazine’s auto writer said. The mats kept the mud isolated, the
storage boxes kept the gear organized and the in-floor coolers kept
drinks and sandwiches cold and accessible, the magazine said.
getting hunter and gear afield, Hunting magazine said. The 2011
Outdoorsman is a serious wilderness contender, the magazine said.
After spending a week with it bouncing through South Dakota’s stubble
fields and muddy farm roads, I was impressed with the Outdoorsman,
the magazine’s auto writer said. The mats kept the mud isolated, the
storage boxes kept the gear organized and the in-floor coolers kept
drinks and sandwiches cold and accessible, the magazine said.
Friday, March 11, 2011
200 convertible roomier than rivals, Detroit News,March 10
On the plus side, 200 convertible roomier than rivals, Detroit News,March 10
The Chrysler 200 Convertible is the only convertible comfortable
enough to seat four adults for less than $30,000 – this alone makes
it special, the Detroit News said. This car got all of the same
improvements as the sedan and still allows for al fresco driving, the
News said. The carryover soft- or hard-top roofs were well executed
the first time around, provide a quiet ride with the top up, and drop
in under 30 seconds, the article said. Like the 200, the interior is
improved and buyers will appreciate the extra attention to detail,
the article said. For someone who just has to have a convertible,
doesn't want to spend too much money and wants to carry at least two
other adults, the Chrysler 200 convertible is a viable — and decent —
option, the News said.
The Chrysler 200 Convertible is the only convertible comfortable
enough to seat four adults for less than $30,000 – this alone makes
it special, the Detroit News said. This car got all of the same
improvements as the sedan and still allows for al fresco driving, the
News said. The carryover soft- or hard-top roofs were well executed
the first time around, provide a quiet ride with the top up, and drop
in under 30 seconds, the article said. Like the 200, the interior is
improved and buyers will appreciate the extra attention to detail,
the article said. For someone who just has to have a convertible,
doesn't want to spend too much money and wants to carry at least two
other adults, the Chrysler 200 convertible is a viable — and decent —
option, the News said.
2011 Chrysler 200 test drive, Popular Mechanics, March 9
2011 Chrysler 200 test drive, Popular Mechanics, March 9
It's hard to find a part that hasn't been reconsidered, retooled and
improved, Popular Mechanics said of the new Chrysler 200. The 200 is
secure on the road and has plenty of pep, thanks to a six-speed
automatic transmission coupled to either the 2.4-liter four-cylinder
or Chrysler's all-new Pentastar V6, the magazine said. With improved
safety technology, the whole package is exponentially more
competitive in the midsize market, the review said. The 173-hp,
four-cylinder Touring model is more than capable of responding to the
challenges of a road best suited to sports cars or motorcycles,
Popular Mechanics said. Most impressive, perhaps, is that the
interior is quiet and lushly appointed, and thus pleasant to drive,
the magazine said.
It's hard to find a part that hasn't been reconsidered, retooled and
improved, Popular Mechanics said of the new Chrysler 200. The 200 is
secure on the road and has plenty of pep, thanks to a six-speed
automatic transmission coupled to either the 2.4-liter four-cylinder
or Chrysler's all-new Pentastar V6, the magazine said. With improved
safety technology, the whole package is exponentially more
competitive in the midsize market, the review said. The 173-hp,
four-cylinder Touring model is more than capable of responding to the
challenges of a road best suited to sports cars or motorcycles,
Popular Mechanics said. Most impressive, perhaps, is that the
interior is quiet and lushly appointed, and thus pleasant to drive,
the magazine said.
High-performance Dodge Challenger SRT8 debuts in 470-hp Inaugural Edition
High-performance Dodge Challenger SRT8 debuts in 470-hp Inaugural Edition, San Fernando Sun, March 10 The Dodge Challenger SRT8 starts the year as the "Inaugural Edition 392 Hemi," and it's packing more power, with better looking interior materials and a gutsy sound it did not have before, the San Fernando(Calif.) Sun said. The driver gets the 392 Hemi message at the first punch of the start button: The engine jumps to life with a rev and a growl - and then the day gets interesting, the sun said. Top speed has been increased to more than 180 mph with the manual transmission or 173 mph in the automatic, the review said. Technology deserves a round of applause because the car has more power and better fuel economy, but the curb weight is up by 26 to 28 pounds manual automatic, the article said. The engineers recalibrated the suspension for improved balance, cornering and steering responsiveness, the review said. But if any car needed a rearview camera, it's this one, the Sun noted. Overall, this big coupe is more rewarding to drive, and it still has its original value factors of seat belts for five, splitfolding seatback and a huge trunk, the Sun said.
Ram Truck gets over 300 accessories from Mopar® in 2011
Ram Truck gets over 300 accessories from Mopar® in 2011,Autoevolution.com, March 10
Chrysler Group’s parts and accessories division Mopar® revealed
details of the range of accessories it has prepared for Ram customers
in 2011, Autoevolution.com said. Earlier this year, Mopar announced
that it will expand its portfolio by 1,500 items and will offer more
than 9,000 accessories for Chrysler, Dodge, Fiat, Jeep® and Ram
vehicles, the website said. No less than 300 of those are designed to
meet the needs of Ram’s customers, the website said. "With more than300 accessories, Mopar makes it easy for Ram fans to Moparize their
truck," Pietro Gorlier, President and CEO of Mopar, Chrysler Group's service, parts and customer-care brand, said.
Chrysler Group’s parts and accessories division Mopar® revealed
details of the range of accessories it has prepared for Ram customers
in 2011, Autoevolution.com said. Earlier this year, Mopar announced
that it will expand its portfolio by 1,500 items and will offer more
than 9,000 accessories for Chrysler, Dodge, Fiat, Jeep® and Ram
vehicles, the website said. No less than 300 of those are designed to
meet the needs of Ram’s customers, the website said. "With more than300 accessories, Mopar makes it easy for Ram fans to Moparize their
truck," Pietro Gorlier, President and CEO of Mopar, Chrysler Group's service, parts and customer-care brand, said.
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