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[AutoGuide.com News] Chrysler to Improve Fuel Economy by More than 25% in Five Years ...: In November 2009, Chrysler Group revealed a new engineering organization model showing the company as the center of competence for vehicle electrification efforts for Chrysler Group and Fiat Group. The resources previously spread in different electrification development groups have been assigned to the powertrain and vehicle engineering mainstream””a clear sign of how the Chrysler Group intends to move from research and development to vehicle production.

[Dodge Challenger Forum: Challenger & SRT8 Forums] Chrysler to Improve Fuel Economy by More than 25% in Five Years ...: In addition to these four new engines, Chrysler will begin to use Fiat's six-speed dual clutch transmission to deliver improved fuel economy and quick-shifting driving dynamics. Chrysler says the Dual Dry Clutch Transmission (DDCT) can handle up to 260 ft-lbs of torque and will launch later this year in mid-size D-Segment cars.

[egmCarTech] Chrysler's to introduce Fiat 4-cylinder Multiair and V6 Pentastar ...: In November 2009, Chrysler Group revealed a new engineering organization model showing the company as the center of competence for vehicle electrification efforts for Chrysler Group and Fiat Group. The resources previously spread in different electrification development groups have been assigned to the powertrain and vehicle engineering mainstream””a clear sign of how the Chrysler Group intends to move from research and development to vehicle production.

[The Scoop] Chrysler transforms powertrain strategy « The Scoop: In November 2009, Chrysler revealed a new engineering organization model showing the company as the center of competence for vehicle electrification efforts for Chrysler and Fiat Group. The resources previously spread in different electrification development groups have been assigned to the powertrain and vehicle engineering mainstream””a clear sign of how the Chrysler Group intends to move from research and development to vehicle production.

[Ultimatecarpage.com forums] Chrysler's New Powertrains - Ultimatecarpage.com forums: In November 2009, Chrysler Group revealed a new engineering organization model showing the company as the center of competence for vehicle electrification efforts for Chrysler Group and Fiat Group. The resources previously spread in different electrification development groups have been assigned to the powertrain and vehicle engineering mainstream-a clear sign of how the Chrysler Group intends to move from research and development to vehicle production.

[The Scoop] Ram Truck brand continues to refine its lineup « The Scoop: Completing the package, Ram 3500, 4500 and 5500 Chassis Cabs offer a proven six-speed Aisin brand automatic transmission (complete with a three-year/180,000-mile warranty) with power take-off (PTO) capability or a six-speed manual transmission with PTO capability. The proven commercial-grade six-speed automatic is a completely electronically controlled transmission that features excellent shift quality (using advanced electro-hydraulic clutch-to-clutch control) and close gear ratios with static and mobile PTO capability.

[Automotive News And Tips] Chrysler releases details on Fiat-infused fours, new V6 ...: On the four-pot front, Chrysler will begin fitting one of two new 1.4-liter four-cylinder engines on future models: a naturally aspirated version kicking out 100 horsepower (at 6,750 rpm) and 95 pound-feet of torque (at 4,250 rpm), as well as a turbocharged variant that churns out 170 hp (at 6,750 rpm) and 170 lb-ft of twist (at 3,000 rpm). In keeping with its Italian ancestry, Chrysler has dubbed these new mills “Fully Integrated Robotized Engines”

[MotorAuthority] Chrysler Releases Specs On Fiat Four-Cylinder, New Pentastar V-6 ...: Chrysler is revamping its powertrain lineup with technology the automaker claims will help contribute to an overall fuel-efficiency improvement of more than 25% during the 2010-2014 period. In fact, by 2014, more than 80% of Chrysler’s current powertrain lineup will undergo a complete makeover.Of course, Chrysler will be enlisting the help of its new parent company Fiat, which recently revealed a five-year business plan that included a progressive vehicle electrification strategy.Some of the technologies making their way into Chrysler vehicles from this year onwards include Multiair variable valve adjustments, direct injection, turbocharging and new dual-clutch transmissions.In the immediate future, we will see a new range of four-cylinder engines make their way into Chrysler Group vehicles.Two 1.4-liter engines will be available, one naturally aspirated and one turbocharged.

[TruckTrend SUV & Truck Forum] Ram Truck Brand Racks up the awards! - Truck Trend Forums at Truck ...: "Ram Trucks continue to break the rules with big-rig styling, improved quality, durability and capability," said Fred Diaz, President and Chief Executive Officer--Ram Truck Brand, Chrysler Group LLC. "Starting with the most award-winning light-duty pickup - our Ram 1500, our all-new ultimate towing machine and Motor Trend's Truck of the Year, the 2010 Ram 2500/3500 Heavy Duty, our best-in-class towing Dakota and the all-new 2011 Ram 3500, 4500 and 5500 Chassis Cabs, our trucks are the best on the planet."

[CleanMPG.com - News Feed] Magna to display hybrid products next week - CleanMPG Forums: Magna to display hybrid products next week In the News. Magna said the exhibit is part of its strategy to "strengthen its position as a leader in hybrid and electric vehicle development and products." "The global trends towards CO2 reduction and improved fuel economy are important drivers of future .

[Swift Blog] Swift Weblog » Chrysler LLC Delivers Economic Stimulus; Protects ...: If customer purchases unleaded gas (including E85) on a diesel card, or diesel fuel on an unleaded gas card, the customer will be billed the full pump price plus $2 service fee per transaction with no gallon usage penalty.

[News Contents|Blog Contents|Video Contents] J.D. capacity and Associates hearsay:draw of Newly Launched ...: 2009 APEAL Nameplate Ranking (Based upon a 1,000-point scale) Porsche 869 Jaguar 859 Cadillac 852 Audi 846 BMW 844 Mercedes-Benz 841 Lexus 837 Infiniti 828 Land Rover 822 Lincoln 820 Acura 818 MINI 817 Volkswagen 807 Buick 801 Volvo 793 Ford 785 Dodge 784 GMC 784 Saturn 779 Industry Average 779 Honda 778 Mazda 778 HUMMER 773 Scion 772 Pontiac 769 Nissan 768 Mitsubishi 767 Smart 767 Chevrolet 764 Hyundai 763 Mercury 763 Chrysler 757 Toyota 756 SAAB 754 Kia 748 Subaru 738 Jeep 727 Suzuki 715

[Fixing Cars] Chrysler Group LLC Transforms Powertrain Strategy | Fixing Cars: In November 2009, Chrysler Group revealed a new engineering organization model showing the company as the center of competence for vehicle electrification efforts for Chrysler Group and Fiat Group. The resources previously spread in different electrification development groups have been assigned to the powertrain and vehicle engineering mainstream–a clear sign of how the Chrysler Group intends to move from research and development to vehicle production.

[All Cars Electric] Dodge Enlists Help of University of Michigan-Dearborn For ...: motors, and control systems for the PHEV Ram. As Mi explains, ""Power management will be one of the key challenges in this development- how you minimize fuel consumption for different driver behavior and different driving scenarios with a fixed battery pack.

[Blast: Boston's Online Magazine] Blast - 2009 auto sales reported - Boston's Online Magazine: Ford’s F-Series trucks has been the best selling truck for the past 33 years with a 16% increase this December. Ford also credits the ever so popular Fusion which had an increase of 83% for the month of December alone marking a new full-year sales record of units sold with the Escape having its second best ever sales year with an increase of 75% in December.

[Education News|Education Blog|Education Video] Chrysler LLC Posts sturdy Retail auctions Across the Midwest, the ...: "It is good to see business in a most tiny towns as well as cities in a segment put their conviction in Chrysler. We have been a unapproachable American association which is operative tough bland to broach softened quality, improved fuel potency as well as a most appropriate worth in a marketplace,"

[Green Car Reports] Chrysler's Next Hybrid: 2011 Dodge Ram Hybrid Pickup Still On ...: While Chrysler was an original partner in development of the Two-Mode Hybrid system used in pickups and sport utilities by Chevrolet, GMC, Cadillac, as well as upcoming sport utilities from BMW and Mercedes-Benz, its hybrid history has not been happy.The company made fewer than 1,000 Dodge Durango Hybrids and Chrysler Aspen Hybrids before killing those large sport utilities last December and shutting the Delaware plant that built them.But recent reports indicate its next large green truck, the 2011 Dodge Ram Hybrid pickup, remains on track for a launch next year. Details of the hybrid pickup, announced at the January 2008 launch of the redesigned (and well-received) Dodge Ram, will likely be revealed at January's Detroit Auto Show.

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