Fiat will rush the first all-new Chrysler model to the U.S. market

Fiat S.p.A. is pursuing a target of the later part of 2011 to release the first all-new Chrysler model to the U.S. market, according to unnamed sources. Fiat will also create a new Ram brand for its truck line (Dodge-branded trucks) under a revival plan for Chrysler Group that will be brought to the U.S. government this week.

To recall, Fiat assumed management control of Chrysler under a reorganization funded by the Obama administration. Fiat is currently set to brief officials with the White House auto task force on what its plans are to revamp Chrysler’s vehicle lineup. In addition, Fiat will compress the normal vehicle development plan. That will be in addition to the Fiat 500, a subcompact that will be introduced in the U.S. market by late 2010.
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tango - 10/2/2009 4:31:04 PM

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These guys have their work cut out for them. The need to replace the Sebring is going to take priority, I think.

bfghemicuda - 10/2/2009 7:09:43 PM

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Just announced today the stearling heights plant will be closed. This is where the sebring and avenger are assembled. They are not to be revamped or upgraded. They will be replaced with two seperare cars. They will have different chassis. The dodge to be on the ly platform and the chrysler to be on the new alfa platform. Brand seperation is a good move. Im glad there not trying to waste time with the current models.

BigShow50 - 10/2/2009 5:51:17 PM

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Rush production?!?!?....So Fiat can join the list of the "Best Domestic Recall Club?!?!"....surprise!, surprise!