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AMC faced heavy losses in the mid-1970s and was rescued by Renault in 1980. The assassination of Renault chair Georges Besse in 1986 removed the company’s biggest supporter, leading Renault to sell AMC to Chrysler in 1987. Jeep’s enduring success under AMC helped preserve the brand and ultimately fed into Chrysler’s evolution, which through Fiat Chrysler Automobiles and Stellantis continues today.
Stellantis appoints Dodge CEO Matt McAlear to lead Chrysler and Alfa Romeo in North America after chief executive Chris Feuell exits for personal reasons. Feuell’s tenure left Chrysler with a two‑model lineup centered on the Pacifica/Voyager and yielded little revival, while Alfa Romeo NA sales declined amid leadership reshuffles. McAlear, a 13‑year Stellantis veteran who previously oversaw Dodge and the Charger launch, inherits a reorganizing corporate structure and a brand portfolio with an uncertain product plan beyond a planned 2027 Pacifica refresh as the automaker reevaluates its North American strategy.
Chrysler CEO Christine Feuell departs Stellantis for personal reasons as Matt McAlear, the Dodge chief, takes over Chrysler and also oversees Alfa Romeo North America in a rapid leadership reshuffle under Antonio Filosa; Alfa Romeo sales fell sharply last year while Chrysler marks its 100th anniversary and prepares a 2027 Pacifica refresh.
Chrysler has released official images of the 2027 Pacifica facelift, introducing a sharper front end with boomerang headlights, a two-piece grille, embossed bumper details, and the brand’s updated illuminated wing logo, signaling a refreshed minivan that will stay in production for a few more years.
Stellantis announced it will cease production of Jeep and Chrysler plug-in hybrid electric vehicles (PHEVs) in North America, signaling a shift in their electric vehicle strategy.
Jeep and Chrysler will cease production of their plug-in hybrid models starting with the 2026 model year as Stellantis shifts focus to other hybrid technologies like mild hybrids and range-extended vehicles, citing changing customer demand and regulatory environments.
Jeep and Chrysler have officially discontinued all their plug-in hybrid models in the U.S., including the Wrangler 4xe and Grand Cherokee 4xe, as Stellantis shifts focus to range-extended and hybrid solutions instead of PHEVs, with the phase-out beginning after the 2025 model year.
Over 90,000 Jeep Grand Cherokees (2022-2026 plug-in hybrid models) are being recalled due to a software error that could cause a loss of drive power and potential crashes, with no reported injuries so far. Chrysler is developing a fix, and owners will be notified starting October 23.
Chrysler is recalling over 250,000 Pacifica and Voyager vehicles from 2022-2025 to fix potential airbag issues caused by improperly sealed seams, with free inspections and replacements. The recall aims to address a safety concern where side curtain airbags may not deploy properly during crashes, although no injuries have been reported. This follows previous recalls by Stellantis for related vehicle safety issues.
Hemi engines are known for their impressive power and efficient breathing due to their hemispherical combustion chambers, but they also have drawbacks such as high production costs, weight, and emissions. Despite being introduced and discontinued multiple times, the Hemi remains popular for its emotional appeal and performance, with recent models continuing to feature the iconic design, now with improvements to address some of its traditional issues.
Stellantis plans to revamp Chrysler by experimenting with new vehicles to fill market gaps, focusing on larger models built on versatile platforms supporting combustion, hybrid, and electric drivetrains, and aiming to attract new customers while updating its product lineup, including a potential new sedan and SUV inspired by the Halcyon concept.
Chrysler, once a major player in the US auto industry, is now struggling with only one model, the Pacifica minivan, which is seeing declining sales. The brand's future is uncertain as its parent company, Stellantis, faces broader challenges, including the recent departure of its CEO. Experts suggest that Chrysler may be discontinued to focus resources on more profitable brands like Jeep, Dodge, and Ram.
Chrysler, once a major player in the US auto industry, now faces an uncertain future as it only produces the Pacifica minivan, which is struggling in sales. Parent company Stellantis is considering brand consolidation due to financial pressures and the departure of CEO Carlos Tavares. While Stellantis plans to introduce electric versions of Chrysler models, experts question the brand's viability, suggesting it may be absorbed into other Stellantis brands like Jeep or Dodge.
The CEO of Stellantis, the parent company of Chrysler and Jeep, has resigned from his position.
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration has issued recalls for over 437,000 vehicles, including 394,000 BMWs due to airbag inflator issues, 332,000 Chrysler vehicles for potential airbag deployment failure, and 1,725 Honda CR-Vs for missing tire information. Owners can check for recalls using their vehicle identification number on the NHTSA website.