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November 16, 2016 Like its gas-powered Pacifica counterpart, the all-new 2017 Chrysler Pacifica Hybrid features the award-winning 3.6-liter Pentastar V-6 gasoline engine, but this iteration is specially adapted to pair with the innovative, FCA US-designed eFlite dual-motor electrically variable transmission.
September 9, 2016 FCA US vehicles continue to accelerate forward with in-vehicle technology with the debut of 4G LTE network connectivity in the all-new fourth-generation Uconnect 8.4 and 8.4 NAV systems.
August 31, 2016 As FCA US LLC expands and freshens its vehicle lineup, so goes the Company’s use of higher-strength steels – a key contributor to improved crashworthiness. Model-year 2017 also marks the debut of light-emitting diode (LED) headlamps in the FCA US lineup. The technology delivers greater light output, which helps allow drivers to see more – and potentially see it sooner.
August 31, 2016 For 2017, Uconnect debuts the fourth-generation system in the Chrysler 300, Dodge Charger and Dodge Challenger. Building upon the success of previous generations, the new system includes performance improvements with faster startup time and enhanced processing power, a new 8.4-inch touchscreen that offers multi-touch gestures, vivid imagery, sharper graphics and the ability to support smartphone integrations.
July 12, 2016 Reflecting the rapidly increasing convergence of connectivity technology and the automotive industry, FCA US LLC today announced the launch of a public bug bounty program on the Bugcrowd platform to enhance the safety and security of its consumers, their vehicles and connected services.
June 15, 2016 The University of Windsor / FCA Automotive Research and Development Centre (ARDC) marked its 20th anniversary today with a special celebration attended by dignitaries, employees, senior executives, media and special guest Kathleen Wynne, Premier of Ontario, who made a surprise funding announcement.
April 29, 2016 FCA Uconnect is releasing a new complimentary software update designed to add Apple Siri Eyes Free capability to the vehicle’s Uconnect system for nearly two million properly equipped Uconnect vehicles dating back to the 2013 model year.
March 18, 2016 The 2017 Chrysler Pacifica, the most technologically equipped vehicle of its kind, now features Uconnect Vehicle User Guide, a pre-installed and complimentary application that allows drivers to easily view and explore their owner's vehicle information via the Uconnect 8.4-inch touch screen.
March 17, 2016 FCA US LLC is committing to use sensor-fusion technology for all its future Automatic Emergency Braking (AEB) systems.
March 8, 2016 The all-new 2017 Chrysler Pacifica minivan has earned a highway-cycle fuel-economy rating of 28 miles per gallon (mpg) from the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) – a benchmark unsurpassed by any minivan on the market.
January 11, 2016 The all-new 2017 Chrysler Pacifica minivan features a choice of two powerful, efficient and advanced powertrains – the next generation of the award-winning Pentastar V-6 gasoline engine and the segment’s first electrified hybrid model.
January 11, 2016 The 2017 Chrysler Pacifica offers a variety of new Uconnect services and features that benefit not only the driver, but also the entire family.
January 4, 2016 Fiat Chrysler Automobiles N.V. and its subsidiary FCA US LLC are heading to the 2016 Consumer Electronics Show (CES) in Las Vegas with a display featuring the latest technology advancements in FCA vehicles and will provide a glimpse of the new fourth-generation Uconnect system featuring Apple CarPlay and Android Auto.
December 10, 2015 FCA US LLC’s 3.0-liter EcoDiesel V-6 is one of Wards 10 Best Engines for 2016. It is the third consecutive year EcoDiesel has been named to the prestigious list – the longest tenure of any 2016 honoree.
August 31, 2015 Already unique among V-6 engines for its refinement, power, efficiency and adaptability, the formidable 3.6-liter Pentastar is remade for model-year 2016.
August 31, 2015 Full-Speed Forward Collision Warning-Plus, the most advanced system of its kind offered by FCA US, will be available on new-for-2016 versions of the acclaimed Dodge Durango and the iconic Jeep® Grand Cherokee, the most-awarded SUV of all time. The system also is available on five additional FCA US vehicles, including the Jeep Renegade, on which the advanced feature was a segment-first application.
August 3, 2015 Where in North America can you go from testing the 4x4 capabilities of a 2015 Jeep® Renegade Trailhawk at minus 40 degrees with snow whipping by at 100 mph, while at the same time baking a Renegade Limited just a few steps away at 130 degrees?
July 24, 2015 FCA US LLC is conducting a voluntary safety recall to update software in approximately 1,400,000 U.S. vehicles equipped with certain radios.
July 16, 2015 The security and confidence of our customers is important. As part of its ongoing software security and quality efforts, FCA has an Embedded System Quality Engineering team dedicated to identifying and implementing software best practices across FCA globally.
June 19, 2015 FCA US LLC supports and commends this initiative, as we did the collaboration that produced the national Phase I rule. It is imperative that the EPA, NHTSA and ARB continue their partnership and adopt the same 50-state strategy for Phase 2. FCA US remains committed to the proliferation of clean technology and reducing vehicle operating costs, while ensuring our products deliver the performance and functionality our customers demand and deserve.
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