European Brands Buy Into EV Potential Building High-Power Charging Along Major Highways in Europe
Nov 29, 2016
Daimler AG, Ford Motor Company and Volkswagen Group with Audi and Porsche have signed a memorandum of understanding to create the highest-powered charging network in Europe. The goal is the quick buildup of a sizable number of stations to enable long-range travel for battery electric vehicle drivers. ... Continue reading
Nov 22, 2016
SOUTHFIELD, Mich.—The average age of light vehicles in operation (VIO) in the U.S. has once again climbed slightly this year, to 11.6 years, according to industry experts at IHS Markit , a leading provider of business information and analysis for the global automotive industry. Registrations for light VIO, including ... Continue reading
Honda and FCA Co-host Second Automotive Safety Recall Best Practices Summit
Nov 20, 2016
American Honda Motor, Co., Inc. and FCA US LLC co-hosted the second installment of the "Automotive Safety Recall Best Practices Summit" on the Torrance, Calif. ... Continue reading
Nov 15, 2016
LOS ANGELES, Nov. 15, 2016 -- Finalists for 2017 North American Car, Truck and Utility Vehicle of the Year (NACTOY) were announced Tuesday at Automobility L.A., the conference that precedes the Los Angeles auto show. ... Continue reading
Fiat 124 Spider Celebrates Its 50th Anniversary
Nov 3, 2016
TURIN - November 3, 2016: The iconic Fiat convertible turns 50. It crossed decisive decades of the past century with a touch of elegance and sportiness to present day. ... Continue reading
October 2016 US Auto Sales Scoreboard - AIADA
Nov 2, 2016
Washington DC November 2, 2016; The AIADA reported that sales in October slowed from the pace they enjoyed earlier in the year. However, the month's relatively minor decline in sales suggests that the market may have plateaued at a healthy pace. ... Continue reading
FCA (Chrysler, Dodge, RAM, Fiat) October 2016 US Sales
Nov 1, 2016
Ram Truck brand sales up year-over-year on strength of pickup truck and van sales gains Jeep® Grand Cherokee and Jeep Patriot record sales increases in October, compared with same month a year ago Dodge Journey full-size crossover sales up 17 percent versus same month a year ago Jeep and Ram Truck brands take home the ... Continue reading
Fiat Professional Raises the Bar at the Motorhome and Caravan Show 2016
Oct 11, 2016
LONDON - October 11, 2016: Fiat Professional will underline its position as the undisputed market leader in the European motorhome sector when it takes centre stage at The Motorhome & Caravan Show 2016 at the NEC this week. Star of the show will be the sixth generation Fiat Ducato – the model on which two out of ever ... Continue reading
Fiat Chrysler Jeep Dodge September 2016 U.S. Sales
Oct 5, 2016
Auburn Hills, Mich. October 3, 2016 - FCA US LLC reported U.S. sales of 192,883 units, a 1 percent decrease compared with sales in September 2015 (194,666 units). FCA US retail sales were 146,453 units in September, while fleet sales were 46,430 units. Retail sales represented 76 percent of total sales, while fleet sal ... Continue reading
Sep 26, 2016
Your vehicle MAY be involved in a safety recall and MAY create a safety risk for you or your passengers. If left unrepaired, a potential safety defect could lead to injury or even death. Safety defects must be repaired by a dealer at no cost to you.Why am I getting this email? What is a recall? When a manufacturer or t ... Continue reading
Fiat Professional Presents Complete, Refreshed Line-Up at The IAA in Hannover
Sep 25, 2016
HANNOVER, Germany - September 24, 2016: The 66th edition of the Hannover International Motor Show, the biggest European exhibition of commercial and industrial vehicles, takes place from 22nd to 29th September. The event gathers professionals and major vehicle manufacturers together, including Fiat Professional, in the ... Continue reading
Sep 18, 2016
* A VW engineer has pleaded guilty to one count of conspiracy in the company's emission cheating scandal. James Liang, age 62, of Newberry Park, Calif. entered the plea in U.S. District Court in Detroit. He is cooperating with investigators with the hopes of a reduced sentence from the maximum of 5 years and a fine of ... Continue reading
Sep 11, 2016
* The Dodge Dart is being dropped. Fiat Chrysler Automobiles NV confirmed its product plans for the 2017 model year will not include the Dart, making the 2016 model year the last. In July FCA announced plans to end production of the car in September but did not say that 2016 would be the final model year for the Dart. ... Continue reading
2016 FIAT 500X Trekking Plus, AWD - Review by Steve Purdy +VIDEO
Sep 8, 2016
2016 FIAT 500X Trekking Plus, AWD - Review By Steve Purdy ... Continue reading
NHTSA RECALLS August 28-September 5, 2016
Sep 5, 2016
NHTSA RECALLS August 28-September 5, 2016 ... Continue reading
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