2009 Chrysler 300C Heritage Edition Review & Test Drive
October 12, 2009 by Harvey
Filed under Automotive, Chrysler, Featured, Test Drives
When the original 300C hit the streets back at the turn of this century, it hit it big with enthusiasts waiting for the return of rear wheel drive, a big V8 engine, packaged into a full-size sedan. When the Charger appeared it took with it the enthusiasts who wanted more edgy performance and styling. The Chrysler 300C always stood for elegant style, Hemi power, comfortable high-performance handling, and luxury.
Chrysler and Fiat Finalize Deal: Chrysler and Fiat Alliance Cleared by U.S. Supreme Court
Today the Supreme Court cleared the sale of Chrysler LLC to the Italian Fiat S.p.A led group. The sale was closed this morning, as the New York Times reported, confirming a wire transfer from the federal government providing Chrysler with $6.6 in bankruptcy exiting financing.
Chrysler Will Shut-Down 789 Dealerships by June 9th
It is a gloomy day for many Chrysler Dodge Jeep dealerships around the U.S. today!
DETROIT — Chrysler LLC notified its U.S. retailers today about its plans to shut down 789 dealerships, or 25 percent of its total, by June 9th.
What Does The Chrysler Bankruptcy Mean? w/Poll
Are you wondering what will happen to Chrysler after Chapter 11 Bankruptcy?
If you have not heard already or you live under a rock, Chrysler has filed for bankruptcy and announced a deal with Fiat S.p.A. We have compiled a list of points briefly describing what will actually happen to Chrysler during and after the bankruptcy. We have included a voting poll allowing you to participate and let us know what you think will ultimately happen to Chrysler.
Below is a list of highlighted points of what will happen to Chrysler during and after bankruptcy.
Obama Says U.S. Will Guarantee GM, Chrysler Warranties
Today is my “what to do in case of Automotive Industry emergency” news day. All of the major news networks are steadily reporting today updates of the Obama administration’s plans for the automotive industry. It seems they already want federally regulate everything else so why not do it with the Automotive industry. I mean, heck, they already gave Rick Wagoner, GM’s CEO, the boot and now they will guarantee the federal government paying for any warranty repairs on a General Motors or Chrysler vehicle if either company can’t because of financial problems or a bankruptcy filing. That’s actually good news now that I think about it because all my neighbor has to say about his Chevy Tahoe other than it is gas guzzler is that GM may not be able to fulfill their 100,000 mile warranty if they go under.
This has been the topic of discussion for thousands who happen to drive a GM or Chrysler vehicle currently. Many of these cars are still under warranty considering the 100,000 mile warranty offered in the past couple of years by both GM and Chrysler.
“Given where the industry is, these highly unprecedented actions are consistent with the unprecedented times we’re in,” Standard & Poor’s analyst Robert Schulz told Reuters today.
Let’s face it, bankruptcy is a very feasible option for Chrysler and GM and many are finally realizing this. We all knew it may come to this. I guess for now it is good that the government and/or Obama administration is on our side… or are they?
Big 3 Auto Bailout Rejected in Senate
Late Thursday the U.S. Senate rejected the emergency bailout bill that would have provided upwards of $14 Billion to the Big 3 Detroit automakers. Many were hopeful of that was to come of the bailout after it was passed by the U.S. House just two days ago. Now the outlook is grim for the big 3 GM may actually run out of cash by the end of this month while Chrysler may have it’s issues by March.
Other options that are being pushed through is the step to do a repeat vote when Congress comes back next year with new legislation. We will all have to sit back and see what takes place in this situation. Rest assured, we will all be keeping our eyes open on this one. Maybe bankruptcy is not such a bad idea after-all.
Breaking: It is Official – U.S. House Passes Big 3 Automakers Bailout Package of $14B
The Bailout for the Big 3 Automakers has made it through the U.S. House totaling $14 Billion. Not quite the original amounts of $25 Billion or even the $34 Billion figure that they tried to pull out of their butts the other day. So now we can move on in hopes that “THEY” do what they said they would do. Hopefully a Carczar will be appointed to oversee the rebuilding of these companies so we can get this economy to where it needs to be within the next year or two.
Let’s keep our fingers crossed that it makes it through the Senate… hmmm maybe!
Below is an excerpt from Automotive News in regards to the Big 3 Automakers Bailout Package of $14 Billion getting passed through the U.S. House.
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Work For $1 a year: Ford CEO Offers to work for $1
President and CEO of the Ford Motor Co., Alan Mulally, says he will work for $1 a year if they have to take from the government loan money. In addition, he said that they will continue to seek money from the government but they may not need it.
Talking about bold moves again here! Not only has this tid bit of news come out but they plan on putting the sugar on top by traveling to Washington D.C. in a new Ford Escape Hybrid instead of the private jet that all big 3 automaker CEO’s were highly criticized for during the last visit to D.C.
Below is an excerpt from the Associated Press regarding this “new deal” from the Ford CEO.
