Global News Newsroom

Chrysler Group Reports First-quarter 2014 Net Loss of $690 Million Including $1.2 Billion of Unfavorable Infrequent Items; Excluding Infrequent Items, Adjusted Net Income Was $486 Million

May 12, 2014 Chrysler Group LLC today reported preliminary first-quarter 2014 financial results. The Company recorded a net loss of $690 million for the quarter, reflecting the unfavorable effects of two significant infrequent items. Excluding the infrequent items, Adjusted Net Income for the first quarter was $486 million, up from $166 million a year ago.

Jeep® Brand Debuts Four Design Concept Vehicles at the Beijing Motor Show

April 19, 2014 The Jeep® brand introduced four new design concepts at the 2014 Beijing International Motor Show today. The quartet takes Jeep production models and injects them with fresh elements inspired by millennia of Chinese culture and the sense of style, fashion and flash-forward trends found in megacities such as Shanghai and Beijing.

Fiat Group Automobiles, Chrysler Group International and GAC Group Announce Agreement to Produce Jeep Vehicles in China for Chinese Market

April 18, 2014 Fiat Group Automobiles S.p.A., Chrysler Group International LLC and Guangzhou Automobile Group Co., Ltd. (GAC Group) today announced they have reached an agreement to expand the joint venture partnership. According to the agreement, the joint venture, GAC Fiat, will begin localized production of three new Jeep vehicles for the Chinese market, expanding the portfolio of Jeep sport-utility vehicles (SUV) currently available to Chinese consumers as imports.

2015 Jeep® Renegade: Most Capable Small SUV Expands the Brand’s Global Portfolio

March 4, 2014 The all-new 2015 Jeep® Renegade expands the brand’s global vehicle lineup, entering the growing small SUV segment, while staying true to the adventurous lifestyle Jeep is known for.  Renegade delivers a unique combination of best-in-class off-road capability, open-air freedom and convenience, a segment-first nine-speed automatic transmission that contributes to outstanding on-road and off-road driving dynamics, fuel-efficient engines, world-class refinement, and a host of innovative safety and advanced technology offerings.

All-new Jeep® Cherokee Diesel Debuts at Geneva Motor Show

February 2, 2014 The all-new Jeep Cherokee, launched in the United States in 2013, is making its European debut at the 84th Geneva International Motor Show on March 4, 2014. Also making its debut in the new Jeep Cherokee, is the new 2.0-liter turbo diesel engine, combined with the new nine-speed automatic transmission.

Chrysler de Mexico Reported Sales of 7,355 Units in January 2014

February 3, 2014 Today, Chrysler de Mexico announced sales of 7,355 units for the month of January 2014.

Chrysler Group Reports Full-Year 2013 Net Income of $2.8 Billion, Including a $962 Million Non-Cash Tax Benefit

January 29, 2014 Chrysler Group LLC today reported preliminary full-year and fourth-quarter 2013 results. Full-year net income, including the net favorable effects of infrequent items, was $2.8 billion, up from net income of $1.7 billion a year earlier. Infrequent items for 2013 included a non-cash tax benefit of $962 million related to the release of valuation allowances on deferred tax assets during the fourth quarter, and a $24 million loss on extinguishment of debt related to two debt re-pricing transactions during the year. Net income for the fourth quarter was $1.6 billion, including the net favorable effects of infrequent items of $961 million, marking the Company’s tenth consecutive quarter of positive net income.

Fiat Group Closes 2013 Posting Trading Profit of €3.4 Billion and Net Industrial Debt of €6.6 Billion With a Significant Reduction in Losses in EMEA, the Premium Strategy Yielding Promising Initial Results

January 29, 2014 Worldwide shipments were up 3% over the prior year to 4.4 million units, driven by growth in NAFTA and APAC which more than offset moderate contractions in LATAM and EMEA. Jeep® set an all-time global sales record for the second consecutive year of 732,000 vehicles.

Jeep® Brand Records New All-time Global Sales Record in 2013

January 6, 2014 For the second consecutive year, the Jeep® brand has set a new all-time global sales record. Sales of 731,565 Jeep vehicles across the globe in 2013 bettered the previous record of 701,626 established in 2012.

Chrysler de Mexico Reports Sales of 7,662 Units During October 2013

November 1, 2013 Chrysler de Mexico today announced sales of 7,662 for the month of October 2013. Dodge brand reported sales of 2,704 units during October 2013. Dodge Challenger sales increased by a triple-digit number during October, a 122-percent sales increase. The new Dodge Durango sales went up 29 percent versus October 2012.

Chrysler Group LLC Files Registration Statement for Proposed Initial Public Offering

September 23, 2013 Chrysler Group LLC announced today that it has filed a registration statement on Form S-1 with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (the "SEC") relating to a proposed initial public offering of common shares. The number of shares to be offered and the price range for the offering have not yet been determined.

Fiat S.p.A. Named to Dow Jones Sustainability Indices World and Europe for Fifth Consecutive Year

September 11, 2013 As continued recognition of its leadership in sustainability, it was announced today that Fiat S.p.A. has been included in the prestigious Dow Jones Sustainability Indices (DJSI) World and Europe for the fifth consecutive year.

All-new Jeep® Wrangler Polar Edition Debuts at the 2013 Frankfurt Motor Show

September 2, 2013 In order to highlight the most adventurous soul and legendary 4x4 capabilities of the iconic Jeep Wrangler, the new limited-edition, customised Wrangler Polar model will be revealed on the Jeep stand in Frankfurt in the four-door Wrangler Unlimited configuration, and will boast an all-new Hydro Blue exterior colour matched to a Black interior.

Chrysler de Mexico Retail Sales Increased 2.3 Percent During May 2013

May 31, 2013 Today, Chrysler de Mexico reported May 2013 sales of 8,003 units, representing an increase in retail sales of 2.3 percent compared with sales in May 2012. Chrysler de Mexico total sales decreased by 2.9 percent due to a decline in fleet sales.

Chrysler Canada Records its Highest April Sales Since 1989

April 30, 2013 Chrysler Canada today announced its 41st consecutive month of year-over-year sales growth, representing the longest sales streak in the company’s history. April 2013 sales were 25,745 compared with 24,540 vehicles sold in April, 2012, which represents a 5 per cent increase.

Chrysler de Mexico Records an Increase of 15 percent -- Best April Since 2009

April 30, 2013 Today, Chrysler de Mexico reported April 2013 sales of 7,558 units, representing an increase of 15 percent versus April 2012. Chrysler brand continues its positive sales stride during April 2013 with a 4 percent increase. Jeep® brand sales surge 27 percent during April 2013. Strong sales of the i10 pushed the Dodge brand to post sales of 3,379 units--an increase of 21 percent compared to April 2012. Ram Truck brand sold 897 units during April 2013. FIAT and Alfa Romeo sales improved 62 percent.

All-new Jeep® Cherokee Debuts Internationally at the 2013 Shanghai Auto Show

April 16, 2013 The all-new Jeep® Cherokee raises the bar and is ready to take the mid-size SUV segment by storm – on any continent. Following close behind its world premiere in New York last month, the Jeep Cherokee has its international debut at the 2013 Shanghai Auto Show on April 20.

Chrysler de Mexico Posts Sales of 7,496 Units During March 2013

April 1, 2013 Chrysler brand sold 333 units. Chrysler Town & Country registered positive sales results of 243 units. Jeep brand sales performed well with 1,575 units sold during March 2013. Jeep Wrangler achieved sales of 231 units, making this its best March since 2003. Jeep Compass sold 439 units during March 2013. Among Dodge brand top performers is the Dodge i10 with 1,346 units sold. Dodge Journey sales grew 7 percent versus February 2013. Dodge Attitude continues its positive sales stride with 480 units. Ram Truck brand sold 1,048 units. Ram H100 Van achieved a sales increase of 32 percent; while Ram Pick-up ST posted an increase of 12 percent, both versus March 2012. FIAT and Alfa Romeo brands' sales continue their strong ascent by posting a 74 percent improvement compared to March 2012. Fiat 500 sales were up 29 percent compared to March 2012.

Jeep® at the 2013 Geneva International Motor Show

March 4, 2013 After a year of significant commercial success, Jeep® returns to the 2013 Geneva Motor Show with three European premieres: the new 2014 Jeep Grand Cherokee, the new 2014 Jeep Compass and the new Jeep Wrangler Rubicon 10th Anniversary Edition. The three Geneva reveals represent a further expression of the brand’s constant evolution in terms of innovation, technological contents and performance.

Chrysler de Mexico Reports Sales of 7,541 Units During February 2013

February 28, 2013 Today, Chrysler de Mexico reported its February 2013 sales of 7,541 units. "Chrysler de Mexico continued its sales growth for the month of February. Of all of Chrysler de Mexico's strong models, this month the Fiat 500 and the Ram ST version of the multiple award-winning Ram truck stood out with a sales increase of 122 percent and 27 percent, respectively. FIAT brand sales were strongly driven by the Fiat 500, and by the new Fiat products that have been added to expand our portfolio, such as the Uno and the Palio." said Fred Diaz, President and CEO Chrysler de Mexico, and President and CEO Ram Truck Brand, Chrysler Group LLC.

139 Articles  |  Page 5/7