Stellantis Media Site All-New 2017 Chrysler Pacifica Wins “Family Car of Texas” From the Texas Auto Writers Association Contact: Kimberly  Shults Rick  Deneau All-New 2017 Chrysler Pacifica Wins “Family Car of Texas” From the Texas Auto Writers Association Dodge Brand Also Wins Awards at the Texas Auto Writers 2016 Texas Auto Roundup FCA US vehicles take home the most awards of any manufacturer at the annual competition 2017 Chrysler Pacifica wins Family Car of Texas, Minivan of Texas, and Best New Interior Dodge brand wins Full-size Sedan of Texas (2016 Charger R/T Scat Pack), Performance Sedan of Texas (2016 Charger SRT Hellcat) and Super Car of Texas (2016 Viper GTC) Uconnect Theater in 2017 Chrysler Pacifica wins Best New Feature May 3, 2016,  Fort Worth, Texas - The all-new 2017 Chrysler Pacifica was honored as the Family Car of Texas at the Texas Auto Roundup hosted by the Texas Auto Writers Association (TAWA). Dodge also collected the Full-size Sedan of Texas (2016 Charger R/T Scat Pack), Performance Sedan of Texas (2016 Charger SRT Hellcat) and Super Car of Texas (2016 Viper GTC). Viper received the highest score for exterior styling and performance.   A total of 58 journalists attended the event and drove 53 vehicles from various manufacturers. Journalists voted for their favorite vehicles after two days of demanding driving at Texas Motor Speedway in Fort Worth, Texas. FCA US won the most awards of any manufacturer at the event.  “FCA US brought an all-star lineup with several cars impressing our journalists. However, the design, functionality and practicality of the new Chrysler Pacifica really stood out from all the Family Car contenders,” said Nic Phillips, President of TAWA. “It’s truly entertaining to drive with friends and family, offers numerous safety options, and leads the segment in styling, all the while playing to traditional strengths of minivans.” FCA US vehicles receiving awards at the Texas Auto Roundup: Chrysler BrandFamily Car of Texas: 2017 Chrysler PacificaMinivan of Texas: 2017 Chrysler PacificaBest New Interior: 2017 Chrysler PacificaBest New Feature: Uconnect Theater Dodge BrandFull-size Sedan of Texas: 2016 Dodge Charger R/T Scat PackPerformance Sedan of Texas: 2016 Dodge Charger SRT HellcatSupercar of Texas: 2016 Dodge Viper GTCDodge Viper also received the highest score for exterior styling and performanceThe Texas Auto Roundup gives automotive journalists the opportunity to drive nearly every new car on the market, ranging from subcompact vehicles to supercars (more than 450 horsepower).  About FCA US LLCFCA US LLC is a North American automaker based in Auburn Hills, Michigan. It designs, manufactures, and sells or distributes vehicles under the Chrysler, Dodge, Jeep®, Ram, FIAT and Alfa Romeo brands, as well as the SRT performance designation. The Company also distributes Mopar and Alfa Romeo parts and accessories. FCA US is building upon the historic foundations of Chrysler Corp., established in 1925 by industry visionary Walter P. Chrysler and Fabbrica Italiana Automobili Torino (F.I.A.T.), founded in Italy in 1899 by pioneering entrepreneurs, including Giovanni Agnelli. FCA US is a member of the Fiat Chrysler Automobiles N.V. (FCA) family of companies. (NYSE: FCAU/ MTA: FCA).FCA is an international automotive group listed on the New York Stock Exchange under the symbol “FCAU” and on the Mercato Telematico Azionario under the symbol “FCA.”Follow FCA US news and video on:Company blog: blog.fcanorthamerica.comFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/FiatChrysler.NorthAmerica/Instagram: www.instagram.com/FiatChrysler_NATwitter: www.twitter.com/FiatChrysler_NATwitter (Spanish): www.twitter.com/fcausespanolYouTube: www.youtube.com/fcanorthamericaMedia website: media.fcanorthamerica.com