Whither the humble yardstick. It makes the abstract more understandable. Think football field … Now think 100 yards. There are similar means to judge a vehicle’s performance … Zero-to-60. MPG. And in the case of the 2017 Chrysler Pacifica Hybrid, miles-per-gallon-equivalent, or MPGe. This unique measure factors in the effect of an electric vehicle’s power
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In metro Detroit, the hometown of FCA US LLC, there are two major newspapers, each featuring a staff that covers the automotive industry. These reporters and columnists at the Detroit Free Press and The Detroit News thoroughly review new cars and trucks that are introduced, and choose the best vehicles auto makers have to offer. This
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The North American International Auto Show (NAIAS) is now open at Cobo Center in Detroit, and the public can finally get up close and personal with some of the latest models from FCA US in a multimedia-rich display. For those planning to attend show, and for those who are unable to visit the NAIAS in
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One year ago, the all-new Chrysler Pacifica was introduced to the world at the North American International Auto Show (NAIAS), and in the past 12 months, it became the most awarded minivan of 2016. The 2017 Chrysler Pacifica returned Monday to NAIAS at Cobo Center in Detroit to receive a new honor: the North American Utility
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Editor’s Note: As we continue our periodic Minivan Memories series, let’s hear from Lucas Graham who lives in Windsor, Ontario, Canada. As you’ll see, Lucas, 18, and his family have a long, fond history with Chrysler and Dodge minivans. We have been strictly a Chrysler family for many years. Many of my family members have
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How did FCA US LLC come up with the target range of 33 miles on a single charge of its lithium-ion (Li-ion) battery for the all-new 2017 Chrysler Pacifica Hybrid? By analyzing the daily commute of minivan customers. “The 33 miles of all-electric range will get you through your daily commute to and from school,
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Editor’s Note: This is the first in our series of blog posts looking at 2016 in the rearview mirror. Through the end of the year, your FCA Digital Media team will explore the highlights of FCA US brands, as well as milestones from safety and manufacturing. We hope you’ll enjoy this review of 2016, and
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