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Jeep Grand Cherokee Altitude
July 27, 2012 , Auburn Hills, Mich. – An evaluation of the 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee by Germany-based magazine Auto, Motor und Sport (AMS) found the vehicle – including its advanced safety systems – performed successfully and as designed. The Jeep Grand Cherokee completed multiple repetitions of an evasive maneuver sometimes known as the “moose test” or “elk test.”
Under The Pentastar
“Under the Pentastar” is a weekly recap of some of the major stories at Chrysler Group LLC. This week’s stories include Chrysler Group suppliers visit Detroit to hear about the Company’s purchasing activities, strategy and expectations; Top-performing suppliers received one-of-a-kind awards designed by the Chrysler Product Design Office; Chrysler Group Chairman and CEO Sergio Marchionne personally congratulates Fiat of Austin team for topping 100 Fiat 500s sold in April; 2012 Dodge Durango makes Edmunds.com and Parents magazine’s list of “Best Family Cars of 2012;”Jeep® brand hosts “Power by Design” event in New York’s Flatiron Plaza with basketball greats Carmelo Anthony and Allan Houston; Jeep Wrangler is “Official Vehicle of USA Basketball;” and Jalen Rose Leadership Academy (Detroit) students visit the Chrysler Design Dome and meet with Senior Vice President of Product Design Ralph Gilles.
2012 Chrysler 300 Luxury Series
- Kelley Blue Book’s kbb.com 10 Best Family Cars of 2012 recognizes the 2012 Chrysler 300 for its safety, comfort, child-friendliness, strong consumer ratings and impressively low ownership costs
- New 2012 Chrysler 300 is the first domestic luxury sedan to feature a state-of-the-art eight-speed automatic transmission delivering 31 best-in-class highway miles per gallon (mpg) and best-in-class all-wheel-drive fuel economy
- Chrysler 300 achieves a 5-Star safety rating from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) and a “Top Safety Pick” by Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS)
- New Chrysler 300 and 300C Luxury Series models include ultra-premium leather, hand-sanded matte wood, world-class craftsmanship and refinement – all to deliver the most luxurious Chrysler sedans ever
March 1, 2012 , Auburn Hills, Mich. – Just days after earning the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration’s (NHTSA) highest 5-star safety rating, the new 2012 Chrysler 300 flagship sedan is chalking up another accolade, Kelley Blue Book’s kbb.com “10 Best Family Cars of 2012” award. For the last five years, the expert editors at kbb.com have awarded the 10 Best Family Cars that cater to unique family specifications and situations.
2012 Dodge Charger Pursuit Pace Car
- NASCAR Nationwide Series and Sprint Cup Series races in Phoenix on March 3 and 4 mark Dodge Charger Pursuit pace car debuts
- Benchmark setting: 2012 Dodge Charger Pursuit V-8’s record-setting lap time at Michigan State Police’s annual evaluation test (1:33.70) highlights the segment’s best combination of acceleration, braking, handling and dynamics
- Dodge Charger Pursuit V-8 delivers the best-in-class acceleration needed for police-fleet duty, including 0-to 60 mph in under 6 seconds
- Mopar® offers six factory-installed police upfit packages to provide one-stop shopping for law enforcement customers
2012 Dodge Charger Blacktop
- Both 2012 Chrysler Group models achieve top 5-star rating in front driver and overall vehicle scores
- 4-star rating achieved in rollover tests
- NHTSA NCAP rating for both models follows “Top Safety Pick” by Insurance Institute for Highway Safety earlier this year
- Chrysler 300 SafetyTec and Dodge Charger Driver Confidence Group package enables the driver with a 360° perspective with available active safety features, including SmartBeam Headlamps, Adaptive Forward Lighting on Chrysler 300, Forward Collision Warning (FCW) with adaptive-cruise control (ACC), Blind-spot Monitoring (BSM) and Rear Cross Path (RCP) accident-avoidance systems
Optional Second-Row Captain's Chairs in the 2012 Dodge Durango
- Newest feature adds luxurious second-row bucket seating option for Durango’s refined interior
- Second-row Captain’s Chairs are available on all models – SXT, Crew, R/T and Citadel
- Two available second-row center consoles make for easy travel between second and third rows and added storage Read the rest of this entry »
2012 Dodge Journey
- Latest testing by Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) names 11 Chrysler Group models as Top Safety Picks for 2012
- Dodge Journey and Avenger Top Safety Pick four straight years
- Eight other 2011 models return as Top Safety Picks
2012 Chrysler Town & Country
- Pair of minivans latest models from Chrysler Group to receive Top Safety Pick by IIHS
- 2012 Dodge Grand Caravan and Chrysler Town & Country top competitors in rollover ratings
- Minivans Join Nine Other Chrysler Group models recently named Top Safety Picks
- New Chrysler Group models unsurpassed with 11 Top Safety Picks in past year
November 1, 2011 , Auburn Hills, Mich. – The newest Chrysler Town & Country and Dodge Grand Caravan minivan models have been named Top Safety Pick by the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety for 2012. In addition to receiving top scores in rollover tests, both minivans achieved Good ratings in the areas of frontal, side and rear crash protection.
Additionally, to be considered, vehicles must have standard electronic stability control systems.
For 2012, both minivans offer more than 40 standard or available safety features. Front seat mounted airbags, three-row side curtain air bags, driver-side knee blocker air bag and all-speed traction control are among the standard safety features.
Both models also include an available SafetyTec group with features including ParkSense rear park assist, Blind Spot Monitoring and Rear Cross Path detection.
“Safety-conscious parents shopping for a family hauler should be pleased with today’s minivan choices,” said David Zuby, the Institute’s chief research officer.
2012 Dodge Grand Caravan
The 2012 models of Dodge Grand Caravan and Chrysler Town & Country received strength–to- weight ratio ratings of 4.51, among the highest of the minivans tested, and above the IIHS requirement of 4.0. Minimum requirements by the government are 1.5.
“With the latest addition of Dodge Grand Caravan and Chrysler Town and Country, Chrysler Group has 11 vehicles that have been named Top Safety Pick since we began our unprecedented launch of new vehicles a year ago and is unsurpassed. This latest recognition by IIHS underscores our commitment to engineering safety and security across all vehicle segments. As we continue our product transformation, we’ll continue to engineer new technology and more capabilities into all our vehicles.”
–Scott Kunselman
Senior Vice President – Engineering
Last month, the 2012 Fiat 500 was named Top Safety Pick by IIHS. Additionally, the 2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee and Patriot, Chrysler 300 and 200, Dodge Durango, Charger, Journey and Avenger received Top Safety Pick designations earlier this year from IIHS.
2012 Chrysler Town & Country
About Chrysler Group LLC
Chrysler Group LLC, formed in 2009 from a global strategic alliance with Fiat S.p.A., produces Chrysler, Jeep, Dodge, Ram, SRT, Fiat and Mopar vehicles and products. With the resources, technology and worldwide distribution network required to compete on a global scale, the alliance builds on Chrysler Group’s culture of innovation, first established by Walter P. Chrysler in 1925, and Fiat’s complementary technology that dates back to its founding in 1899.
Headquartered in Auburn Hills, Mich., Chrysler Group’s product lineup features some of the world’s most recognizable vehicles, including the Chrysler 300, Jeep Wrangler, Dodge Challenger and Ram 1500. Fiat contributes world-class technology, platforms and powertrains for small- and medium-size cars, allowing Chrysler Group to offer an expanded product line including environmentally friendly vehicles.
2012 Dodge Grand Caravan
About Dodge
Dodge is a full line of cars, crossovers, minivans and SUVs that are sporty, functional and innovative. With nearly 100 years of heritage, the brand has a history of providing its customers excellent quality, innovation and value. Dodge is building on the momentum of introducing six all-new or significantly redesigned products, solidifying its message that the brand offers an excellent value for American families looking for top performance in all the places that matter – from power off the line and handling in the corners to high-quality, dependable vehicles that deliver unmatched functionality and excellent fuel economy in everyday driving situations. In fact, Dodge now offers six vehicles that deliver 25 miles per gallon (mpg) on the highway, while retaining that distinctive Dodge innovation and style. With the all-new Dodge Durango and Dodge Charger and significantly revamped Grand Caravan, Journey, Avenger and Challenger, Dodge also now has one of the youngest dealer showrooms in the country with more new product coming.
Take a look at the video below to see some beautiful running footage of the 2012 Chrysler Town and Country. As always, click on any of the images in the post to see more photos of Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram Vehicles. Thanks again for checking out Chrysler Catchall!
“Under the Pentastar” is a quick video recap of significant events at Chrysler Group LLC over the past week. This week’s stories include: Top Safety Picks, Sterling Heights Assembly investment, Chrysler Group’s 2010 sustainability report and Jeep Grand Cherokee SRT8 building wrap.
The new Dodge Durango ad spots have been released and I have to say, a few of them are actually quite funny. My favorite is The “Ultimate” Commercial where the Durango takes off with the Ford Explorer in tow. Check them out and let us know which ones are your favorite, either in the comment section on here or on YouTube.
Punch Line (Power/Efficiency)
In “Punch Line,” a fuel economist and a horsepower enthusiast are each touting the features of their new vehicles – one can go up to 500 miles on a single tank of gas and the other has a V-6 engine with best-in-class-towing and power. The punch line is that both are driving a new 2011 Dodge Durango, with the award-winning, powerful and fuel-efficient 3.6-liter Pentastar V-6 engine.
The Bad News (Seven-Passenger Seating)
Showcasing Durango’s roomy seven-passenger seating, the spot opens with seven race car drivers running toward the all-new Dodge Durango as the announcer says, “The good news is the new Dodge Durango is a performance SUV that can comfortably seat seven professional drivers. The bad news is, only one of those seven is in the driver’s seat.”
Rhymes With (Luxurious Interior)
Like many high-performance vehicles, the 2011 Dodge Durango has a lavish interior. This spot draws a comparison to a particular high-performance vehicle with a comparable lavish leather interior. (It rhymes with Merrari.)
Responsibility (Towing)
Demonstrating what it means to have best-in-class towing capacity and the ability to tow 7,400 pounds of power, in “Responsibility,” the Durango all at once tows a dirt bike, ATV, motorcycle, boat, jet ski and, even, a competitive SUV. “They say with great power comes great responsibility…The SUV is back.”
Ultimate (Towing: Dodge Durango vs. Competition)
In the world of sport and utility, performance is capability. And what you’re capable of towing is what differentiates the Durango from other crossovers and SUVs. This spot is an actual demonstration of the Durango’s best-in-class towing capability versus a competitive vehicle.
Sensitive (Rain Brake Support)
Towing precious cargo and hauling seven passengers brings a certain level of caution. Therefore it is important to communicate the exclusive features that make these tasks safer and more manageable. The Durango’s Rain Break Support system is one feature that validates safety and security as another important aspect of performance.
Figure 8 (50/50 Weight Distribution, Multi-Link Suspension)
Balance, agility and the ability to handle, are characteristics of the 2011 Dodge Durango that reinforce the “sport” in sport utility. This ad exhibits theDurango’s ability to handle and maneuver in tight spaces because of the unique weight distribution and sporty suspension system.
Gary (AWD Brake Traction Control)
Traveling over off-road terrain is necessary for any true SUV. In “Gary,” theDurango’s AWD Brake Traction Control feature is explained in a way that is easily understood, but still gives validation to the thinking behind the many underlying engineering complexities of this particular feature.
Radar (Adaptive Cruise Control)
What makes one SUV stand out from all others? Is it technology? Is it the ability for said technology to create a more active driving experience? Is it technology called Active Cruise Control that uses radar to anticipate the distance between the SUV and the driver ahead to automatically maintain a safe driving distance? Yes, and the new 2011 Dodge Durango has available Adaptive Cruise Control.
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