Close to 120,000 Chrysler 300 and Dodge Charger Sedans Recalled in the States

The Chrysler Group has posted a voluntary safety recall of 119,700 Chrysler 300 and Dodge Charger sedans from the 2011 and 2012 model years because of a potential problem with the power distribution center that could overheat causing the anti-locking braking system (ABS) and electronic stability control (ESC) to fail. Read more »

New Chrysler 300C Priced in the UK, Available Only with a Diesel Engine

While in mainland Europe Chrysler models wear the Lancia badge on their bonnets, in Britain, the American automaker decided to stick to its own brand name.

Making its debut in the UK this June is Chrysler's flagship model, the second generation of the 300C executive saloon that will become available in two diesel-powered versions.

Both models are motivated by a 3.0-litre V6 diesel engine churning out 236bhp and 540Nm (398 lb-ft) of torque, with the new 300C returning a combined fuel economy of 39.8 mpg UK (33.1mpg US or 7.1lt/100km) and a corresponding CO2 figure of 185-191g/km, depending on wheel size.

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Chrysler 300C Ruyi Design Concept Debuts at Beijing Auto Show

The Chrysler brand is marking its return to China with the presentation of a concept version of the 300C sedan called Ruyi at the at 2012 Beijing International Automotive Exhibition.

In Chinese, ruyi means “as one wishes” and the purpose of the concept model is exactly that; to demonstrate the brand's ability to adapt the design of the 300C to match the tastes of Chinese consumers.

Chrysler says that the 300C Ruyi blends "modern American design and technology with tradition-rich Chinese symbols".

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Ward's Automotive Names the 10 Best Car Interiors in the 2012 Class

It's that time of the year again when Ward's Automotive announces its annual 10 Best Interiors list. For 2012, the magazine's editorial staff evaluated 40 vehicles with new or significantly improved interiors for the 2012 or 2013 model years and came up with 10 winners regardless of price (see last year's winners here).

"We saw a tremendously diverse group of interiors this year, and it's obvious to us that auto makers are pushing their design staffs harder than ever for interiors that are beautifully appointed, well equipped and extremely comfortable," commented WardsAuto World Editor-in-Chief Drew Winter.

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Chrysler to Celebrate Return to China with 300C and Jeep Wrangler Concepts at the Beijing Auto Show

One of the main goals for the Fiat-Chrysler Alliance is to increase its presence in the hugely important Chinese market. And today, the alliance is making another step in this direction by announcing the return of the Chrysler Group return to China at the 2012 Beijing International Automotive Exhibition on April 23, 2012.

The celebrate the occasion, the Detroit-based automaker will present two special edition models at the Beijing motor show.

These include a Chrysler 300C design concept created specifically with Chinese elements in mind and a Jeep Wrangler study inspired by the Year of the Dragon, which the company says, "showcases the opportunity for special editions that might be available for Chinese customers in the near future".

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