While the national attention has been focused on the roller coaster ride on Wall Street and bailout debates in Washington, the automotive industry has been reeling from the impact of the economy. The September sales figures are in, and the news is dire. Number watchers, and general domestic pessimists...

Ever wish you had a Dodge Viper? Well, you could buy the whole business. Chrysler has announced it is exploring “options” for Viper. In other words, it is desperately seeking ways to turn around the corporation and Viper is on the table. “While this is a strategic review, our intent would be to offer...

With elevated gas prices causing freefall depreciation on large passenger vehicles, several manufacturers having announced withdrawal from leasing or significant restrictions, including Ford, General Motors, and now Chrysler. At the core, these automakers, and likely others, will be cutting back on lease...

It can’t be ignored that on the same day J.D. Power and Associates spreads doom about light-vehicle sales being expected to drop to the lowest levels since 1993, Chrysler announces it will cut 1,000 salaried positions by September. Dark days indeed. The JDP memo marks a forecast revision, reducing its...

Motorists are less delighted with their new vehicles this year, compared to 2007, based on J.D. Power and Associates’ 2008 Automotive Performance, Execution and Layout (APEAL) Study. The study, now in its 13th year, measures owner delight with the design, content, layout and performance of their new...

Chrysler has extended Let's Refuel America $2.99 gas guarantee incentive program to July 7 due to the success experienced in May. Thus far, the highest take rates have been on the new Dodge Journey crossover, Dodge Caliber, Dodge Avenger, and Chrysler Sebring sedan. Response has been greatest in...