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Chrysler Slings Updates at Pacifica for 2024

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While the majority of Americans have long since decamped in favor of crossovers and SUVs, there remains a dedicated cadre of buyers committed to the family minivan. For 2024, Chrysler is rewarding them with a smattering of updates to its Pacifica. Images: Stellantis] Become a& TTAC& insider.

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Consumer Reports: Tesla and other domestic brands take big steps backwards in reliability rankings

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The Dodge Grand Caravan continues to have “Average” reliability, while the Challenger, Durango, and Journey all stay “Below-Average.” While the Chrysler 300 improves to “Average,” the Pacifica minivan falls to “Below-Average.” Jeep has mixed results, falling two spots to 22. Chrysler drops seven spots to number 24.

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Chrysler Group files S-1 for IPO; snapshot of R&D priorities; exploring a light-duty hydraulic hybrid

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This transmission is now in the new Ram 1500, the Jeep Grand Cherokee (including in the diesel version), and the Dodge Durango. After two years of testing, the US DOE demonstration projects for Ram Truck and Chrysler Minivan PHEVs are undergoing upgrades to leverage advancements in lithium-ion battery technology.

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Chrysler to Double Its Model Count with a New EV

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After sunsetting the burly 300 sedan, Chrysler showrooms could use an infusion of new product, though it has been some spell since there were any more than three different things on sale at at any one time (200, 300, and minivan variants). Buyers with families could choose the 300 or Sebring, not to mention the (then) ubiquitous minivans.