Tag: FCA

German Manager Magazin: Opel: Michael Lohscheller is open to four days a week000079

Opel boss Michael Lohscheller (51) is open to the initiative of the IG Metall union to secure jobs in the auto industry with a four-day week. “In principle we are open to all ideas. The four-day week can help to secure jobs,” he told the newspapers of the Funke media group (Monday). However, Opel is… Continue reading German Manager Magazin: Opel: Michael Lohscheller is open to four days a week000079

@FCA: 2021 Jeep® Compass Fact Sheet

September 1, 2020 , Auburn Hills, Mich. – The 2021 Jeep® Compass expands the brand’s global reach with an unmatched combination of attributes, including legendary and best-in-class 4×4 off-road capability, advanced fuel-efficient powertrains, a premium and authentic Jeep design, superior on-road driving dynamics, open-air freedom, and a host of innovative safety and advanced technology offerings. A… Continue reading @FCA: 2021 Jeep® Compass Fact Sheet

@FCA: 2021 Jeep® Renegade Fact Sheet

September 1, 2020 , Auburn Hills, Mich. – The Jeep® Renegade delivers a unique combination of best-in-class off-road capability, open-air freedom and convenience, as well as fuel-efficient powertrains, including a 1.3-liter turbocharged four-cylinder engine mated to a segment-first nine-speed automatic transmission. This combination contributes to outstanding on-road and off-road driving dynamics, world-class refinement and a host… Continue reading @FCA: 2021 Jeep® Renegade Fact Sheet

@FCA: 2021 Ram Commercial ProMaster Fact Sheet

September 1, 2020 , Auburn Hills, Mich. – The ProMaster is Ram Commercial’s entry for the Class 2 full-size van segment. The 2021 Ram ProMaster full-size van benefits from an exclusive front-wheel-drive (FWD) system, reducing weight and complexity by locating all components beneath the cab. This keeps the cargo-load floor height and step-in height very low,… Continue reading @FCA: 2021 Ram Commercial ProMaster Fact Sheet

@FCA: Statement: Floor Mats

August 28, 2020 , Auburn Hills, Mich. – FCA US LLC is voluntarily recalling an estimated 186,233 pickup trucks, globally, because their adjustable pedals may be positioned in a location that affords insufficient clearance with all-weather floor mats. FCA is unaware of any related accidents or injuries. These and all FCA vehicles are equipped with brake-throttle override, which enables… Continue reading @FCA: Statement: Floor Mats

GM, Ford return-to-office dates months away

Detroit — It will be months before General Motors Co. and Ford Motor Co. send their salaried employees back to the office to work.  GM is planning to reevaluate in October if it’s possible to send employees back to its downtown Detroit offices. Ford pushed back to January its plans to bring employees back to its Dearborn headquarters. Fiat… Continue reading GM, Ford return-to-office dates months away

BorgWarner to Supply EGR Modules for FCA Mild Hybrids

AUBURN HILLS, Mich., Aug. 26, 2020 /PRNewswire/ — BorgWarner supplies its exhaust gas recirculation (EGR) technology to the latest FireFly gasoline engine, which was developed for the Fiat 500 and Panda hybrid models. The complete BorgWarner EGR module includes cooler and valve and is the company’s first gasoline EGR module to be used on mild-hybrid engine technology… Continue reading BorgWarner to Supply EGR Modules for FCA Mild Hybrids

Daimler holds to plan to make Zetsche chairman – Automotive News Europe

FRANKFURT — Former Daimler CEO Dieter Zetsche is the best candidate to be the company’s next chairman despite opposition from some shareholders, the automaker’s current Chairman, Manfred Bischoff, said. Zetsche was succeeded as CEO in May 2019 by the automaker’s research and development boss, Ola Kallenius. When the succession plans were announced, Zetsche was nominated… Continue reading Daimler holds to plan to make Zetsche chairman – Automotive News Europe

Key Hyundai affiliate aims to muscle into electric vehicle market as longtime suppliers turn to outsiders

SEOUL (Reuters) – As Tesla Inc (TSLA.O) accelerates the shift to electric cars, Hyundai Motor 005803.KS’s loyal suppliers have increasingly turned to “outsiders” for parts – but now the South Korean carmaker’s own supply company, Mobis, is plunging into the game. FILE PHOTO: The logo of Hyundai Mobis is seen during the 2019 Seoul Motor… Continue reading Key Hyundai affiliate aims to muscle into electric vehicle market as longtime suppliers turn to outsiders