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2012 Fiat 500, 2013 Dodge Dart and 2012 Jeep® Patriot Named to Consumer Guide Automotive's '10 Coolest Cars Under $18,000' List

July 1, 2012 Consumer Guide Automotive’s Daily Drive editors named Chrysler Group LLC’s 2012 Fiat 500, all-new 2013 Dodge Dart and 2012 Jeep® Patriot as picks for their “10 Coolest Cars Under $18,000” list.

2013 Dodge Dart and 2012 Fiat 500 Named Two of the ’10 Coolest New Cars Under $18,000‘ by Kelley Blue Book’s kbb.com

June 19, 2012 Kelley Blue Book’s kbb.com editors named the Chrysler Group’s all-new 2013 Dodge Dart and 2012 Fiat 500 as picks for the “10 Coolest New Cars Under $18,000.” Vehicles chosen for the list were judged on two criteria — fun-to-drive and fun-to-own, which are the deciding factors of what the editors freely admit is a very subjective “cool factor.”

Fiat 500 Cabrio by Gucci Awarded “Best Small Convertible of the Year” at SAMA Convertible Drive

June 14, 2012 The Fiat 500 Cabrio by Gucci won “Best Small Convertible of the Year” at the “Topless in Miami” event held on June 14 by the Southern Automotive Media Association (SAMA). With exclusive design elements, stylish and functional interior, premium amenities and Gucci insignia, the Fiat 500c by Gucci made itself impossible to ignore by the more than 60 journalists attending this annual event.

Fiat 500 B-Spec Leads World Challenge Touring Car-B Standings After Inaugural Race Weekend

April 29, 2012 In the first ever Touring Car-B class races in the Pirelli World Challenge, Jonathan Start, of Caledonia, Mich., drove his specially-prepared Fiat 500 to two consecutive Touring Car-B race wins on Saturday, April 28, at the 2.2-mile Miller Motorsports Park West Course configuration.

New 2012 Fiat 500 Named “Best Car” in Travel + Leisure’s Annual Design Awards Issue

February 14, 2012 Known for providing its readers with insight into the authentic, the innovative and the irresistible, Travel + Leisure named the new 2012 Fiat 500 “Best Car” in its eighth annual “Travel + Leisure Design Awards.” The 2012 Travel + Leisure Design Awards recognize new products, buildings and destinations that improve the travel experience through thoughtful design.

Nine Chrysler Group LLC Models Net 2012 Consumer Guide Automotive Awards

January 17, 2012 Chrysler Group LLC has received nine awards in Consumer Guide Automotive’s 2012 list of “Best Buys” and “Recommended Picks.” Six Chrysler Group vehicles received Consumer Guide’s prestigious “Best Buys” for the 2012 model year, while three models grabbed “Recommended Picks” in the 2012 list.

Chrysler Group LLC Offers Year-End ‘Sign & Drive’ Lease on 2012 Fiat 500

December 18, 2011 Chrysler Group LLC announced today a “Sign & Drive” lease for the Fiat 500. Well-qualified consumers can lease a 2012 Fiat 500 Pop manual for $199 a month with no money due at signing through Ally Financial or US Bank. Tax, title and license are extra. This 42-month lease allows for 12,000 miles per year. Lessees under this program must take retail delivery by January 3, 2012.

Fiat 500 Wins ‘Gear of the Year’ Award from Men’s Journal

December 1, 2011 Men’s Journal magazine’s “Live the interesting life” creed truly reflects what the Fiat 500 is all about – being unique and offering customers a way to experience more in life. And with its segment-exclusive Italian styling, efficient, city-friendly proportions, innovative technologies and attainable price, the new 2012 Fiat 500 earned the magazine’s coveted “Gear of the Year” award.

2012 Fiat 500 Shines During the 2011 American Music Awards®

November 20, 2011 The all-new 2012 Fiat 500 performed alongside Jennifer Lopez during her performance of “Papi” at the 2011 American Music Awards® (AMAs) held at the NOKIA Theatre in L.A. on Sunday evening.

FIAT Brand Debuts New Commercial for the 2012 Fiat 500 by Gucci Featuring Jennifer Lopez

November 16, 2011 The FIAT brand is debuting its first commercial for the all-new 2012 Fiat 500 by Gucci featuring actress, entertainer, philanthropist and entrepreneur, Jennifer Lopez. Set to Lopez’s song “Until It Beats No More” from her new album “Love?”(Island Def Jam), the commercial will be shown on national and cable networks on Thurs., Nov. 17.

2012 Jeep® Wrangler and 2012 Fiat 500 Named ‘Hottest’ Vehicles at 2011 Specialty Equipment Market Association Show

October 31, 2011 The results are in. The second annual Specialty Equipment Market Association (SEMA) Award was presented to the 2012 Jeep® Wrangler for the “Hottest 4x4-SUV” and to the 2012 Fiat 500 for the “Hottest Sports Compact Car” this morning at the 2011 SEMA Show in Las Vegas.

New 2012 Fiat 500 Named Top Safety Pick by Insurance Institute for Highway Safety

October 17, 2011 The 2012 Fiat 500 has been named a “Top Safety Pick” for 2011 by the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS). The new Fiat 500 joins eight Chrysler Group models that are Top Safety Picks by the IIHS for 2011.

FIAT USA Debuts First Fiat 500 Commercial Featuring Jennifer Lopez

October 9, 2011 The FIAT brand is debuting the first 2012 Fiat 500 commercial featuring actress, entertainer, philanthropist and entrepreneur Jennifer Lopez.

New 2012 Fiat 500 “Pink Ribbon” Edition Proceeds Benefit The Breast Cancer Research Foundation®

September 26, 2011 The FIAT Brand is excited to announce the introduction of the 2012 Fiat 500 “Pink Ribbon” limited-edition model. Produced in partnership with The Breast Cancer Research Foundation® (BCRF), the collaboration allows breast cancer awareness advocates to express their support for the cause in modern iconic Italian style.

Fiat 500 by Gucci Debuts at Fashion’s Night Out in New York

September 8, 2011 Fashionistas, tastemakers, shoppers and car enthusiasts crowded the Gucci store on Fifth Avenue to witness the U.S. debut of the 2012 Fiat 500 by Gucci. The limited-edition model represents the perfect combination of craftsmanship and style and brings together two of Italy’s most respected brands.

FIAT Brand Serves Up Test Drives and Gelato at 32nd Annual Detroit Jazz Festival

August 31, 2011 The FIAT brand will strike a chord with consumers at Detroit’s premier Labor Day tradition, the 32nd annual Detroit Jazz Festival. As the exclusive automotive sponsor, festival attendees will be able to take a spin in a 2012 Fiat 500 or 500 Cabrio model from Friday, September 2, through Monday, September 5, 2011.

2012 Fiat 500: The Right Car at the Right Time

August 31, 2011 Beautiful Italian styling combined with timeless functionality, efficient design and innovative technology – these are the attributes that made the original Fiat 500 (Cinquecento) a timeless icon. More than 50 years later, the same qualities make the new 2012 Fiat 500 relevant for an entirely new generation of drivers.

New 2012 Fiat 500 Cabrio Introduces American Customers to Open-air Driving Excitement with True Italian Style

August 31, 2011 Expanding on the iconic qualities that have made the original Fiat 500 (Cinquecento) a timeless icon, the new 2012 Fiat 500 Cabrio combines open-air freedom and driving enjoyment with beautiful Italian styling, timeless functionality, efficient design and innovative technology for an entirely new generation of drivers.

Sterling McCall FIAT Opens in Houston

August 24, 2011 Chrysler Group LLC announced today the opening of Sterling McCall FIAT in Houston, Texas. Sterling McCall FIAT joins more than 100 open FIAT Studios across the United States. This newest FIAT Studio, at 10505 Southwest Freeway, is the 10th FIAT Studio to open in the state of Texas this year. Sterling McCall FIAT is a Group 1 Automotive Inc. dealership.

Gucci and FIAT to Unveil Fiat "500 by Gucci" During New York Fashion Week

August 15, 2011 Set to debut during New York Fashion Week (Sept. 8 – 15) on Fashion’s Night Out (Sept. 8), the new Fiat 500 by Gucci limited-edition models represent the perfect combination of craftsmanship and style, and bring together two of Italy’s most respected brands. In the year that sees the 150th anniversary of the unification of Italy and Gucci’s 90th anniversary, these special editions of the Fiat 500 and 500 Cabrio have been customized by Gucci Creative Director Frida Giannini in partnership with Fiat's Centro Stile.

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