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Report: New Alfa Romeo-Derived / U.S. Made Dodge Compact Sedan to Debut at 2012 Detroit Show

Alfa Giulietta, alfa romeo, Chrysler, Detroit Auto Show, Dodge, Fiat, Reports 3:58 PM

A new U.S. market compact sedan to be developed by Fiat and built by Chrysler is set to make its debut appearance at the 2012 North American International Auto Show in Detroit in the beginning of next year, according to a report from the Wall Street Journal.

The as-of-yet unnamed model will be badged as Dodge and powered by a Fiat-derived 1.4-liter turbocharged gasoline engine. It’ll also do 40 mpg combined, or at least it will if Fiat wants to net itself a further 5% of Chrysler from ~~Mr. Monopoly~~ Uncle Sam.

Ford and Dodge Flop, Lexus and Honda Top JD Power’s 2011 U.S. Initial Quality Study

Dodge, Ford, Honda, land rover, Lexus, Reports, Study 9:09 AM

The results are in for JD Power’s latest 2011 U.S. Initial Quality study that looks at the first 90 days of ownership and the news is not good for Ford Motor Company. The Dearborn-based company tumbled from fifth place and highest-ranking non-luxury automaker last year to 23rd in 2011 with 116 problems per 100 vehicles. Analysts claim that Ford’s freefall is due to complaints related to the company’s onboard MyFord Touch infotainment systems.

Even worse, Dodge was placed last in the list with 137 problems per 100 cars. Scion, MINI, Volkswagen, Mitsubishi and Suzuki didn’t fare well either occupying the last places in the study.

Multiple 2011MY Chrysler, Dodge and Jeep Vehicles Recalled to Fix Steering Columns

Chrysler, Chrysler 200, Chrysler Town Country, Dodge, Dodge Avenger, Jeep, Jeep Compass, Jeep Patriot, Jeep Wrangler, Recalls, Reports 12:46 PM

A dozen vehicles from the three core Chrysler brands covering more than half of the company’s 2011 models are being recalled in the United States to fix a potential problem with the steering column.

The recall covers 11,351 vehicles and affects certain 2011 model year Dodge Journey crossovers, Jeep Wranglers, Chrysler 200s, Chrysler 200 Convertibles, Dodge Avengers, Dodge Nitros, Jeep Liberty SUVs, Dodge Calibers, Jeep Compass crossovers, Jeep Patriots, Dodge Grand Caravans and Chrysler Town & Country minivans.

Chrysler’s SRT Team Teases…Next Dodge Viper SRT10 on Facebook

Chrysler, Concepts, Dodge, Dodge Concepts, dodge viper, Offbeat News 11:12 AM

In a very…tongue-in-cheek move, Chrysler’s newly formed Street and Racing Technology (SRT) brand responded to fans asking them on various social media sites what future products are in development by posting this…revealing sketch on its dedicated Facebook page. Here is what Chrysler’s SRT team wrote:

“Like many of you, Twitter user @DaveOrrSales asked for a taste of what's to come at SRT. We dodged death to sneak you this top-secret photo. That's all you get, crew.”

Chrysler Group Repays US and Canadian Government Loans in Full

Chrysler, Dodge, Fiat, Jeep, Reports 5:28 AM

The Chrysler Group announced the repay of U.S. and Canadian government loans totaling $7.6 billion (€5.39 billion), more than six years ahead of schedule. More specifically, the Detroit automaker made a payment of $5.9 billion to the U.S. Treasury (UST) and $1.7 billion to Export Development Canada (EDC) to retire the loans granted in June 2009. EDC is the holding company through which the Canadian federal and Ontario provincial governments provided loans to Chrysler Group. Read more »

Real Life Grand Theft Auto with Man Stealing Police Car and Crashing it into a Truck

Accidents, Dodge, Dodge Charger, Offbeat News, Police Cars, Reports, Video 11:49 AM

Today's video find contains three things: a police vehicle, a dangerous individual and a high-speed run that could answer the question what would Grand Theft Auto look in real life. It all started on Friday, March 13 when 38-year-old Arthur Lee Thompson allegedly attempted to steal a computer from a Walmart store in Summerville, South Carolina. According to the report, when faced by the store manager, he purportedly punched him in the mouth and took off in a green Jeep Grand Cherokee.

The police were called in to investigate and it didn’t take long for an officer to locate Thompson and pull him over. From there on, the entire incident was caught on film by the police cruiser’s inboard camera.

2011 Dodge Durango - latest car dodge

Car for sale, Dodge, Luxury Car 5:05 AM

2011 New Dodge Durango. Dodge has designed SUV, seven-passenger quiet ride and handling with grace and serenity that is expected of a modern utility vehicle. Now there is a legitimate choice of V6 that provides a solid mileage. Cabin furnishings, too, now up to par with the competition, and much of the material better than what you'll find in any other family-oriented SUV.

However, Durango has been out of the game for two years, and as Mr. Favre has shown, you can not just waltz back and compete at a high level. Unlike last time, this Durango will compete with the Chevrolet Traverse, now fixtures between three-row crossover SUVs, the Ford Explorer and 2011 awaited. There is a Toyota Highlander and Mazda CX-9, also, that both are worthy rivals.

In this group, 2011 Dodge Durango stands apart as the only SUV that offers a choice of V8 and towing capability bona fide, but not the fastest or the most fuel efficient, and certainly do not have a place to sit roomiest. Yep, way back from retirement will be difficult.

New Dodge Charger RT 2011

Car for sale, Dodge, Luxury Car 9:46 PM

The all-new 2011 Dodge Charger SE and Charger Rallye feature the new 3.6-liter Pentastar engine. Dodge Charger R/T lineup features the legendary 5.7-liter HEMI™ V-8 engine with four-cylinder mode FuelSaver Technology. This is innovative AWD system seamlessly transitions between RWD and AWD with no driver intervention.

Interior, the all new design feature premium materials throughout. The all-new features a new thick-rimmed three-spoke Dodge steering wheel for enhanced performance feel and grip. Craftsmanship and style thanks to premium soft-touch materials and four available distinct interior color combinations.