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J.D. Power: quality takes a back seat to innovation as problems reach a record high

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Dodge is the highest-ranking brand overall in initial quality with a score of 140 PP100. The parent corporation receiving the most model-level awards is General Motors Company (seven awards), followed by Hyundai Motor Group (five) and Toyota Motor Corporation (four). Highest-Ranking Brands and Models.

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FCA approving use of E15 in MY 2016 vehicles

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Fiat Chrysler Automobiles (FCA) is approving the use of E15 (15% ethanol and 85% gasoline) in its model year (MY) 2016 Chrysler/Fiat, Jeep, Dodge and Ram vehicles.

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LPG system provider Icom earns 17 new EPA certifications For GM vehicles

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The new certifications cover approximately 200 2010-2012 General Motors Chevrolet- and GMC-brand light-duty trucks and SUV platforms with 4.8- The company soon expects to receive additional certifications for Ford, GM and Dodge vehicles. liter engines. It is designed specifically for use with OEM gasoline engines.

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Visteon partners with Autonet Mobile on connected car technology

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Autonet Mobile’s current customers include Fiat-Chrysler, Dodge, Jeep, RAM Trucks, Mercedes Benz, Maserati, Subaru and General Motors. Visteon expects to begin manufacturing for various vehicle manufacturers in the second half of 2014.

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New Ford Police Interceptors deliver up to 35% better fuel economy when idling

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In recent Los Angeles Sheriff’s Department testing , the EcoBoost Police Interceptor beat all competitive police cars from General Motors and Chrysler in 0-60 mph acceleration tests. The optional EcoBoost 3.5-liter Fuel economy test results from the LA Sheriff’s Department 2012 evaluations. Click to enlarge.

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New Ford Police Interceptors deliver up to 35% better fuel economy when idling

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In recent Los Angeles Sheriff’s Department testing , the EcoBoost Police Interceptor beat all competitive police cars from General Motors and Chrysler in 0-60 mph acceleration tests. The optional EcoBoost 3.5-liter Fuel economy test results from the LA Sheriff’s Department 2012 evaluations. Click to enlarge.

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Cash for Clunkers Buoys US Auto Sales; Hybrid Sales Up 31.8% for Monthly New Vehicle Share of 3.55%

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General Motors. Dodge Journey, Avenger and Caliber and Jeep Patriot and Compass registered their best July sales ever. Dodge Caliber sales were up 63% (7,718 units) compared with July 2008. Dodge Avenger sales increased 30% versus July 2008. Dodge Avenger sales increased 30% versus July 2008.