Minivans from FCA US are bucking a trend in the industry. U.S. minivan unit sales are down 14% this year, marked by double-digit decreases by FCA’s competitors in the segment. During the same period, minivan sales were up 1% for FCA US, according to an article by Seeking Alpha. “When the whole market is down
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Minivan Monday: 2017 Chrysler Pacifica filled with innovations
The 2017 Chrysler Pacifica builds on a legacy of innovation in the minivan segment. More than 30 years ago, FCA US LLC shook the automotive world with the introduction of the minivan, and over the course of the next five minivan generations introduced 78 innovations. In the newest generation of minivan, the Pacifica adds 37
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MINIVAN MONDAY: Chrysler Pacifica adds new model to minivan lineup
Consumers looking for a mid-range model of the 2017 Chrysler Pacifica have a new option with the addition of the Pacifica Touring Plus. The new model has a number of features for the driver and passengers to enjoy, such as projector headlamps and three-zone automatic temperature control. “The 2017 Chrysler Pacifica arrived in dealerships a
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Off the Line: Ruby Lewis
FCA US is made up of men and women from a wide variety of cultures, backgrounds and experiences. Our commitment to diversity helps breed innovation and accomplishment. Throughout 2017, we’ll continue to take a look at some of our most interesting and unique manufacturing employees, working in a wide range of positions, locations and fields.
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Minivan Monday: Why do you buy a minivan?
Each type of vehicle has its own purchase considerations. How quick is the acceleration in a Dodge Challenger? How far off road can I really go in a Jeep® Wrangler? How much can I tow and haul in a Ram 2500? While there are a few universal considerations for all vehicles, when you think about
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Minivan Monday: All-new Chrysler Pacifica ‘true joy to drive;’ named best minivan by Cars.com
The 2017 Chrysler Pacifica is being described as “out-and-out” better than the competition by Cars.com in the website’s annual “Ultimate Minivan Challenge.” The Chrysler Pacifica, which was entirely redesigned from the ground up, went head-to-head with some of the top minivans in the market in the challenge. When the testing was complete, the all-new minivan
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Minivan Monday: All-new Chrysler Pacifica minivan runs rings around competition
It’s no idle boast to say the all-new 2017 Chrysler Pacifica minivan affords a smooth, quiet ride. The words literally ring true. “The Pacifica has five reinforcement rings, strategically placed from front to back, that circle the vehicle’s lateral circumference,” said FCA US engineer Jeff Tibbenham, who is responsible for body structure. “These rings work
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