The New Chrysler Is Poised To Dump 3 Old Models
Chrysler LLC, the current rendition of America’s #3 automaker is reportedly set to dismiss three models from its portfolio. According to The Detroit News, the Chrysler Pacifica, Dodge Magnum, and the Chrysler PT Cruiser will soon see their end.
All three models have been slow sellers, perhaps for good reason. The PT Cruiser is based on defunct Dodge Neon architecture and hasn’t been updated since being introduced in 2000. The Pacifica has been around since 2004, but it is also based on older architecture, most notably the previous generation minivan platform. Chrysler redid its Town & Country and Grand Caravans for the 2008 model year, therefore plowing money into redoing the slow-selling Pacifica makes little sense.
The Dodge Magnum is a rarity as it is one of the few large station wagons being built worldwide. Current sales are down, putting the car at risk of being discontinued.
A pared down Chrysler had long been expected as the latest version of the automaker can no longer rely solely on Daimler backing (although the German automaker still owns 19.9% of the company). In addition, new models such as the Dodge Challenger are being planned, therefore the freeing up of limited build capacity is in order.
News of the models to be whacked is expected to be announced within the next day or two.
Adding Value By Adding A Jobs Category
I appreciate everyone who stops by The Auto Writer and leaves a comment or contacts me personally about this blog. It is unusual to host more than one blog on a site (as I do with my two) and I know that my flagship blog gets a lot of the traffic to this web address.
That being said, I am experimenting with a new feature I think that you will like. I’m planning on posting select jobs on this site and have already posted one position, this one involving NASCAR.
No, it isn’t much and I can’t promise I’ll be adding a lot of opportunities, but when I hear of something that looks “extra good” I plan on adding it to the list to help people out.
Yes, I live in North Carolina but I won’t be applying for the Race Official position. It looks like it could be fun and I know that the racing industry is doing extremely well — job security!
One special note: I’m not collecting resumes and I don’t want to become a repository for this sort of thing. Please forward your information as instructed with each listing and contact them directly for follow up.
Your 52 MPG Accord Is On Its Way
The 2008 Honda Accord has arrived and with this next generation model buyers are finding a car that is bigger and wider than any previous Accord model made. Indeed, the Accord is slightly larger than its bitter rival, the Toyota Camry, itself elongated as of the 2007 model year.
The Honda Accord Hybrid Bites The Dust
What you won’t find on this year’s model is a hybrid model. According to Honda officials, the company admits that their hybrid technology works better on smaller models. Yes, the V6 hybrid Accord only got four miles more to the gallon than the gas-powered I4, not necessarily bad but not something consumers were interested in.
The 2009 Honda Accord Diesel
Although the news that the most fuel efficient Accord isn’t part of the automaker’s current model year offerings, Honda fans who are willing to tarry one more year are likely to find that their wait has been well worth it. A 2.2L four cylinder diesel, now available in Europe, will make its way to the U.S. market for the 2009 model year. According to Autoblog Green, the Honda diesel will be able to attain 52 mpg on the highway, putting the Honda’s mid-size offering in a class all of its own.
Honda Will Have The Cleanest Diesels On The Market
For enthusiasts who remember yesterday’s diesel technology with its attendant smoke and racket, today’s diesels must be rigorous EPA requirements in order to be certified for the US market. In addition, today’s diesel technology has delivered an engine that is a lot quieter than earlier generation bangers.
Volkswagen and Mercedes with their jointly developed BLUETEC technology will be able to meet strict environmental requirements, but an additive called urea will need to be included to bring emissions output down to acceptable levels. Honda’s diesels — according to the company — will be as clean as the gasoline engines they now sell.
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