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Video: Fiat Launching This Year With 165 Dealerships In 119 U.S. Markets

A week ago, we told you that Chrysler’s Sergio Marchionne was planning to meet potential Fiat dealers and explain his vision of the American Fiat network. Yesterday, the CEO did just that, and he seems to have generated lots of enthusiasm among attendees — even though other dealers are clearly worried about adding a brand to the Chrysler family…

Fiat, Alfa Romeo Rollout Gives Some Chrysler Dealers Agita

Next Monday, August 30, Chrysler will bring 600 dealers to the Detroit Institute of Arts, where CEO Sergio Marchionne will share his vision for the U.S. rollout of the Fiat brand, and subsequently, Alfa Romeo. He will have a lot of ‘splainin’ to do. According to a report in the Wall Street Journal, many dealers are nervous about the addition of…

COMMENT: CSR, by choice

Social service can’t be pushed by fiat

CSR, By Choice

Social service can’t be pushed by fiat

Fiat Dealer Network Starting To Take Form

You might have heard that Chrysler plans to soon sell the stylish, city-savvy Fiat 500 minicar in the U.S., but beyond that intent plans have been sketchy at best as to where exactly you’ll go for your test drive. Full “Fiat Experience” market plans are going to be presented later in the month at a meeting, to about 600 Chrysler dealers who are in…

Chrysler Future Heavily Tied With Italian Brand Lancia

Chrysler’s lineup, both in North America and Europe, is in for a major shakeup over the next couple of years now that the expanding Fiat Group and its demanding CEO, Sergio Marchionne, are pulling all the strings. We’ve already seen hints of some of the plans with the unveiling of the Chrysler-badged Lancia Delta hatchback at this year’s 2010…

Fiat launches diesel variant of Grande Punto

Car maker Fiat India today launched a new diesel variant of its small car, Grande Punto, priced at Rs 6.79 lakh.

Reward For Old Fiat Owners, Finally: New 2011 Fiat 500 Special Edition

It hasn’t been easy being a Fiat fan in the U.S. these last, oh, 20 or 30 years. Sneers of “Fix It Again, Tony!” due to rusty and unreliable cars were followed by Fiat fleeing the U.S. market in 1983 with its tail tucked between its legs. But now, with the imminent debut of the 2011 Fiat 500 late this year, the company wants to reward all those…

2010 Dodge Viper SRT10 Coupe

2010 Dodge Viper SRT10 Coupe

This Viper is venomous and can strike an inexperienced driver with a vengeance.

As a thinly camouflaged Fiat 500 made its way down Ann Arbor’s Main Street yesterday, crowds pointed and young boys cheered, “nice car!” A rather encouraging sign for a car that’s supposed to rejuvenate Chrysler’s image, don’t you think? Only one small problem: they weren’t buzzing about the little Fiat. No, all the attention was raining on me, as I pulled up right behind the 500 in a Dodge Viper SRT10 ACR. Oh, how I love the symbolism!

Photo Gallery: 2010 Dodge Viper SRT10 Coupe – Editor’s Notebook – Automobile Magazine

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Fiat Doblo

New-generation van with windows does the job just fine. Just don’t expect refinement

Fiat Doblo: driven

New-generation van with windows does the job just fine. Just don’t expect refinement

The Award-Winning, Iconic Fiat 500 Spearheads The Major Re-Launch Of The Brand In The UAE

“These are very exciting times for Fiat,” said Graham Turner, CEO of the Al Ghandi Auto Group, speaking at the launch of the stylish new facility. [Wired by: DubaiCityGuide.com - A Cyber Gear Company]

Unleash Your Inner Design Snob: Vote On Logos For The Fiat 500

There’s been a lot of speculation about Sergio Marchionne’s plans to consolidate the Chrysler and Fiat families. But amid all the rumor and hearsay and out-and-out gossip, there’s one thing we know for sure: Fiat is bringing its long-lived, very popular 500 model to the U.S. And now, we also know that Fiat wants your input on the 500′s stateside…

Young Muslim women fume at Deoband diktat

Many young Muslim women have reacted sharply to the Deoband seminary’s fiat on women and men working together in offices, saying it’s high time clerics started looking at real issues plaguing the community such as economic backwardness.

Chrysler’s Fiat-based compact vehicles might arrive before 2012:

Chrysler Group could bring several Fiat-based compact vehicles to the United States sooner than expected, CEO Sergio Marchionne said on a conference call on Monday.

Ciao, Chrysler Sebring; Buon Giorno, Chrysler Nassau?

There’s some brand laundering going on in Auburn Hills, as Fiat sweeps away some of the recent ills plaguing the Chrysler brand. The next proof could be the death of the Chrysler Sebring, the mid-size sedan that’s fallen far behind the likes of the Ford Fusion and Hyundai Sonata in sales and market presence. The Detroit Free Press reports that…

Fiat unveils rejig plan

Italy’s auto giant Fiat said on Wednesday it had a net loss of 21 million euros in the first quarter of 2010 as it unveiled its much-awaited industrial plan for the next four years.

2010 Beijing Motor Show: Ford Start Concept

Ford looks to have the Fiat 500 in its sights with this stylish Start concept that will make its debut at the Beijing auto show. The Start, with an overall length of 145 inches, is considerably shorter than the 2011 Ford Fiesta but about the same length as a 2010 MINI Cooper. Besides being a 500-fighter, it certainly looks influenced by the Ford…

Ford reveals a three-cylinder EcoBoost, and Alfa is the key for Fiat, in News Brake for Thursday, April 22:

In today’s News Brake: Ford’s Start concept showcases a three-cylinder EcoBoost engine, Alfa plays a key role in Fiat’s new plan, and Jaguar takes the cost out of maintenance . . . But Wait, There’s More!

Chrysler Brand Not Good Enough for Europe, Except in U.K.

As U.S. car buyers slog through their last year of shopping for the warmed-over 2010 models that Chrysler has been offering since before its bankruptcy, the great Fiat-Chrysler combination continues. Yesterday, a surprise emerged: Contrary to published reports, the larger cars and crossovers engineered by Chrysler won’t actually appear as…

Chrysler and U.S. market to play key role in Alfa relaunch:

The Chrysler Group will play a key role in plans to revive Fiat S.p.A.’s ailing Alfa brand. The U.S. automaker will build two new Alfa crossover models for sale in North America and Europe.

Agnelli family member to become Fiat chairman:

Fiat S.p.A. said that Agnelli family heir John Elkann will become chairman and that Italy’s biggest carmaker will separate its car-making business from trucks and tractors.

A look at what’s next for Fiat and Chrysler, and Alfa Romeo prepares to celebrate 100 years, in News Brake for Wednesday, April 21:

In News Brake: Fiat lays out its plans for the next five years–with implications for Chrysler, Good financial news is reported by General Motors and Chrysler, and Alfa Romeo gets ready for a huge 100th birthday party . . . But Wait, There’s More!

Mercedes reveals the ‘Shooting Break,’ and Luca di Montezemolo is stepping down as Fiat chairman, in News Brake for Tuesday, April 20:

In News Brake: Mercedes-Benz previews the next CLS with the “Shooting Break” concept, teen driver safety takes center stage, and Luca di Montezemolo is stepping down as chairman of Fiat . . . But Wait, There’s More!

Fiat’s Montezemolo plans to quit as chairman, sources say:

Fiat S.p.A. Chairman Luca Cordero di Montezemolo will quit as company chairman to go into politics, three sources close to the company said.

Fiat develops a four-door 500, and Rhys Millen takes aim at Pikes Peak with a new Hyundai racer, in News Brake for Monday, April 19:

In News Brake: Fiat has a four-door 500 in the works, Toyota will pay a record federal fine, and Rhys Millen is looking for a top performance at Pikes Peak . . . But Wait, There’s More!

Four-door version of Fiat 500 coming to North America:

Fiat is bringing a four-door version of the 500 small car to North America, three company sources say. The vehicle will appear in Europe at the end of 2011. Timing for the United States is still uncertain.

North America crucial to Fiat’s new 5-year plan:

Alfa Romeo will play a key role in the U.S. market, Jeep will lead the charge in Russia, Chrysler cars will bolster the Lancia lineup in Europe and Dodge crossovers and SUVs will wear the Fiat badge in Europe. Those are key elements of Fiat S.p.A.

M800, others will not run in 13 cities

March 31: The onset of BS IV norms would mean a farewell to some of the most popular cars of yesteryears in 13 cities. Prominent among the iconic brands to be phased out from these cities are Maruti 800, Ford Ikon, Skoda Octavia, Fiat Palio and GM Tavera.
The manufacturers of the ubiquitous Maruti 800 decided not to upgrade its engine to BS IV norms due to a significant drop in the sales in recen

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Chrysler On The Move: Automaker Welcomes 86 Dealerships Back To The Fold

After a very long dry spell, the good news for Chrysler fans is finally flowing again. First we heard that the automaker was ratcheting up its production timeline on the eagerly anticipated 2011 Chrysler 300. Then, Fiat mentioned that it’s on-track to assume a 35% stake in Chrysler within the next two years — which might not be great news for…

Chrysler Announces A New Fleet Of Plug-In Ram Pickups

Yesterday, Chrysler revealed plans to sell an all-electric version of the Fiat 500 in U.S. showrooms. Though the announcement made some people very happy, it wasn’t especially groundbreaking: many had assumed a Fiat EV would arrive stateside in the not-so-distant future. Far more surprising was the news found further down Chrysler’s press release…

The Fiat 500 goes electric for the U.S., and Jimmie Johnson finally wins at Bristol, in News Brake for Monday, March 22:

In News Brake: Chrysler and Fiat team up for an electric 500 for the United States, Chrysler also ponders a small unibody pickup, and Jimmie Johnson wins his first at Bristol . . . But Wait, There’s More!

Chrysler To Build All-Electric Version of Fiat 500 for U.S. Market

Much mystery surrounded the electric versions of the Fiat 500 that have appeared at auto shows over the last year. Now, Chrysler has cleared up a bit of the confusion: It will build an electric Fiat 500 for the U.S. market, with a powertrain developed by engineers at its Michigan headquarters, at a price that’s “competitive with similar electric…

Chrysler to build an electric version of the Fiat 500 for the U.S. market:

Chrysler will build an electric version of the Fiat 500 minicar for sale in the United States, starting in 2012, the automaker said on Monday.

Chrysler to build electric version of the Fiat 500 for U.S. market:

Chrysler will build an electric version of the Fiat 500 minicar for sale in the United States, starting in 2012, the automaker said on Monday.

Chrysler to build electric version of Fiat 500 for U.S. market:

Chrysler will build an electric version of the Fiat 500 minicar for sale in the United States, starting in 2012, the automaker said Monday.

Sheikh Hazza Bin Tahnoon Al Nahyan inaugurates the 26th Al Ain Traffic Week Annual Safety Campaign

United Arab Emirates: His Highness Sheikh Hazza Bin Tahnoon Al Nahyan inaugurated the 26th Al Ain Traffic Week Annual Safety Campaign at Bawadi Mall in Al Ain where he also unveiled the Mercedes-Benz S-Class dressed in police convoy paint and the Fiat 500 police city patrol to the public. [AMEInfo.com]

Report: U.S.-Spec Fiat 500 To Get Upgraded Platform

Construction of the Fiat 500 in North America is expected to get underway in mid-December at the Toluca, Mexico plant that’s being upgraded for the task. Part of the upgrades include the use of the new Fiat Panda platform, according to a new report. The updated Fiat Panda platform will provide a quieter, lower-vibration ride as well as lighter…

Alfa Romeo’s Centennial Anniversary – What’s it all about, Alfa?

Alfa Romeo’s Centennial Anniversary – What’s it all about, Alfa?

Alfa Romeo plans to unveil the 4C, a compact, lightweight sports car concept this summer. Here’s the scoop.

This August, Alfa Romeo will celebrate its centennial at Pebble Beach, where it is a featured marque at the Concours d’Elegance. Rumor has it that the Italians will cap off the festivities by unveiling the 4C, a compact, lightweight sports car concept. Says one insider from parent company Fiat’s headquarters: “The 8C has been a very successful halo car. What we need next is a more affordable follow-up model that spreads the message over a wider customer base.”inline_mediumwraptextright28091446/features/news/1004_alfa_romeos_centennial_anniversary1004_02_z+alfa_romeo_4c+front_three_quarter_view.jpgTrue

Photo Gallery: Alfa Romeo’s Centennial Anniversary – 4c, Giulia, Giulietta, Crossover – Automobile Magazine

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