Chrysler Fiat 500

J.Lo TV spot seems to give Fiat 500 a boost

noreply@blogger.com (Unknown) — Fri, 30 Sep 2011 16:55:00 +0000

Olivier Francois, global chief creative officer for Fiat and Chrysler, defended the decision to place J.Lo on football games in a recent interview with Advertising Age, a sibling publication of Automotive News: "America is aware that there is a car. We needed that kind of spark."

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Fiat reaps early windfall as 500 buyers snap up pricier options

noreply@blogger.com (Unknown) — Fri, 05 Aug 2011 15:29:00 +0000

Fiat is getting a revenue boost from American buyers choosing pricier packages and customized options on the 500 subcompact. The 500 marks the Italian automaker's return to the U.S. market after a 28-year absence.Fiat reaps early windfall as 500 buyers snap up pricier options

Fiat 500 First Edition: For China Only

noreply@blogger.com (Unknown) — Mon, 18 Jul 2011 14:23:00 +0000

Fiat is marketing 100 numbered units of the 500 minicompact, with special graphics created by five young Chinese designers.Fiat 500 First Edition: For China Only

2012 Fiat Cabrio Priced at $20,000

noreply@blogger.com (Unknown) — Tue, 26 Apr 2011 09:53:00 +0000

Fiat News-The 2012 Fiat Cabrio will start at $20,000, including a $500 destination charge, when it goes on sale in the U.S. later this spring.2012 Fiat Cabrio Priced at $20,000

Fiat to bring 500 to Auto Shanghai 2011

noreply@blogger.com (Unknown) — Mon, 18 Apr 2011 13:53:00 +0000

Fiat 500 News-Fiat will be showcasing the normal unlimited version of its Nuova 500 at Auto Shanghai 2011 at the end of this month, Xinhua reported earlier this week. ...More

Chrysler gives sneak peek at Fiat 500 convertible

noreply@blogger.com (Unknown) — Thu, 14 Apr 2011 21:07:00 +0000

Chrysler Group LLC has released the first pictures and details of the Fiat 500 Cabrio today in advance of next week's New York auto show where the public can kick the tiny tires.
The new 2012 500c is the droptop version of the four-passenger car from partner Fiat SpA that Chrysler now builds at a plant in Mexico for sale in North America....More

Fiat 500 Arrives in Canada

noreply@blogger.com (Unknown) — Sat, 19 Mar 2011 21:56:00 +0000

After 27 year of absence from the Canadian market, Fiat is making what it hopes to be a memorable comeback. As it happened in the neighboring US, the first Fiat model to sell in Canada is the tiny 500, a small city car that seems to have captured the imagination of the Canadian consumers..

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Fiat 500 Pink Passion

noreply@blogger.com (Unknown) — Wed, 09 Mar 2011 13:15:00 +0000

What a cool concept painted by Artist Jason Travis, " Pink Passion, "Travis says the Fiat 500 embodies the passion for driving, great design and functionality. Usually small cars lack style and elegant design, it looks like a blast to drive! "

Inspired by the passion for driving. Pink flames, pink wheels, abstract graphic designed heart on the door.

You can see more of Artist Jason Travis's work at -Think Art Go----ThinkArtGo.com

Fiat 500 Abarth Coming To USA--Can't Wait!

noreply@blogger.com (Unknown) — Wed, 09 Mar 2011 12:53:00 +0000

Fiat 500 to the USA, we finally have a hot Italian hatchback to compete with the likes of the Mini Cooper and Volkswagen GTI. With the base 500 set to go on sale in dealerships in March, the Abarth version is sure to be coming soon. Learn more about what makes the Fiat 500 Abarth such an exciting car!...More

SERGIO MARCHIONNE, "Fiat 500 Production Celebration," Los Pinos Residence, Mexico City

noreply@blogger.com (Unknown) — Tue, 08 Mar 2011 16:43:00 +0000

It is truly a privilege for me to bring you greetings on the behalf of both Chrysler Group and Fiat on a day of celebration for both our companies.

I would like to thank in particular President Calderon for doing us the honor of inviting us to Los Pinos. It makes today even that much more special.

Mr. President… you may recall that just over a year ago I promised you that I would come back to celebrate the launch of the Fiat 500.

And so it is with great pleasure that, today, I keep that promise...More

Fiat 500 Celebration Challenge Contest

noreply@blogger.com (Unknown) — Tue, 08 Mar 2011 16:41:00 +0000

Chrysler Group LLC employees are always encouraged to be passionate about achieving, embrace and cherish competition, and express their creativity – most recently in a company-wide, Fiat 500-inspired design contest. Corporate teams representing more than 80 departments and business centers in North America embraced the FIAT brand’s values of creativity, personalization and self-expression by creating their own works of art — exemplifying what the “Life is best when driven by Celebration” Team Challenge meant to them.

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Fiat 500 Celebration Challenge

noreply@blogger.com (Unknown) — Sat, 26 Feb 2011 00:30:00 +0000

Chrysler's Fiat brand challenged the work force to express themselves in the Fiat 500 Celebration Challenge. There were 85 canvases returned and Detroit area Warren Truck Plant (home of the Ram Truck) is in the Top five!
The top five are now on facebook to let the world vote on them.

Please take a minute and vote on Facebook for Warren Truck's artwork in the Fiat 500 Challenge contest!

" Like " This picture on FiatUSA Facebook site---Page

Fiat, Gucci Collaborate on Special Edition of Fiat 500

noreply@blogger.com (Unknown) — Sat, 26 Feb 2011 00:28:00 +0000

Iconic Italian brands Fiat and Gucci have collaborated on a special edition of the Fiat 500, dubbed 500 by Gucci. Available in black or white, the vehicle sports distinctive Gucci style features including the interlocking GG logo and signature stripes.Fiat, Gucci Collaborate on Special Edition of Fiat 500

Fiat 500 speeding to market-Life Is Best When Driven By Celebration

noreply@blogger.com (Unknown) — Wed, 26 Jan 2011 14:12:00 +0000

The rush to reintroduce Fiat to North America means cars will be ready for delivery before new dealerships are open for business, forcing some creative steps to ensure the brand has a positive return to the market....More

Chrysler To Live-Stream L.A. Auto Show Unveilings new Fiat 500

noreply@blogger.com (Unknown) — Fri, 12 Nov 2010 15:56:00 +0000

The new Fiat 500,2011 Dodge Charger R/T and about a half dozen other vehicles, either all-new or refreshed, will be on display at Chrysler's 2010 Los Angeles Auto Show stand, and they'll all be unveiled both live at the show and live, via webcast, on the Internet....More

2011 Fiat 500 Sport for the U.S.

noreply@blogger.com (Unknown) — Fri, 17 Sep 2010 10:16:00 +0000

Dealers begin taking orders later this year; new 500C convertible follows in the spring.More

North American Fiat 500 to be unveiled at LA Auto Show

noreply@blogger.com (Unknown) — Wed, 18 Aug 2010 13:32:00 +0000

Gualberto Ranieri, Chrysler Group LLC Senior Vice President Communications, has announced the North American version of the Fiat 500 will be unveiled at the 2010 LA Auto Show, held November 19-28th.

2011 Fiat 500 Blackjack in the Cards for Europe Market

noreply@blogger.com (Unknown) — Fri, 23 Jul 2010 12:48:00 +0000

A special matte black edition of the Fiat 500 will be available in Europe come September.---...More

Chrysler to enter electric race with Fiat 500

noreply@blogger.com (Unknown) — Tue, 23 Mar 2010 20:02:00 +0000

Chrysler Group LLC will enter the electric vehicle market with the Fiat 500 -- engineered in Auburn Hills and likely built in Mexico.
The 500EV will go on sale in North America in 2012 -- slightly behind some of its competitors.
While Chrysler said in November that it planned to introduce an electric vehicle in 2012, it had envisioned a commercial vehicle. A Fiat Doblo electric commercial van is still in the works -- but after the 500EV....More

Fiat 500C Abarth: 2010 Geneva Auto Show

noreply@blogger.com (Unknown) — Fri, 26 Feb 2010 15:37:00 +0000

TURIN, Italy — Fiat's Abarth brand will display performance editions of the 500C and the Punto Evo at the 2010 Geneva Auto Show.

Abarth has kitted out the 500C in a choice of two-tone exterior paint schemes, loud graphics and 17-inch diamond-finish alloy wheels.

Under the hood is an Abarth-tuned 1.4-liter four-cylinder Turbo T-Jet gas engine that makes 140 horsepower and 152 pound-feet of torque. Coupled with a six-speed Abarth Competizione automated manual gearbox with paddle shifters, the engine provides 0-60-mph acceleration in less than 8.1 seconds and a top speed of 127 mph, while returning impressive average fuel economy of 36 mpg in the European combined driving cycle....More

2011 Fiat 500 Chicago Auto Show

noreply@blogger.com (Unknown) — Thu, 04 Feb 2010 19:16:00 +0000

2011 FIAT 500: As part of Chrysler Group’s recovery plans in the United States, the 2011 Fiat 500 will be sold by its dealers later this year. The subcompact will be the first of several Fiat products to be sold here. The new 500 will be modified for this market, built in Mexico with 1.4 liter 4-cylinder engines built in Michigan.

The original 500, popular in Europe after World War II, was a rear engine car. This time around the 500 gets front engine and can, more or less, be compared to the Mini in configuration and size. Shown at the Chicago Auto Show will be a two-door hatchback.

Future plans may expand the range to include a convertible and other models possible. Early offerings are expected to have a 97-hp output and a 6-speed manual transmission. As we near introduction time, specs will be finalized.

Chrysler To Unveil The 500 and Electric 500 at Detroit Auto Show

noreply@blogger.com (Unknown) — Mon, 28 Dec 2009 12:51:00 +0000

Bloomberg is reporting information gleaned from anonymous sources that Chrysler will be unveiling an electric version of the Fiat 500 at the Detroit Auto Show next month.

,Fiat CEO Sergio Marchionne was quoted as saying his company plans to sell over 50,000 electric vehicles per year by 2014.

The 500 is already a popular subcompact car in Europe, and a gas version is expected to go on sale in the US next year.

Fiat 500 to test Chrysler

noreply@blogger.com (Unknown) — Mon, 24 Aug 2009 15:13:00 +0000

Chrysler Canada Inc. plans to begin selling the Fiat 500 subcompact in early 2011, providing an early test of how the alliance between the two auto makers will address the most glaring problem at the No. 3 Detroit company: the collapse in sales of its passenger cars.

The Fiat 500 is crucial for Chrysler Canada because of the particularly deep slide in passenger car sales that has afflicted all three of the Detroit auto makers here. As of the end of July, Chrysler, Ford Motor Co. and General Motors of Canada Ltd. delivered just 25 per cent of the passenger cars sold in Canada, a staggering drop from the 50-per-cent market share they held in 2000.
Fiat 500 to test Chrysler - The Globe and Mail

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Chrysler to make Fiat in Mexico: report Wall Street Journal

noreply@blogger.com (Unknown) — Mon, 17 Aug 2009 14:24:00 +0000

NEW YORK (Reuters) - Chrysler Group is planning to produce Fiat SpA's (FIA.MI) Fiat 500 subcompact at a Chrysler plant in Mexico, the Wall Street Journal reported, citing people familiar with the matter.
Chrysler is also considering what other Fiat models to introduce to the U.S. market, under directions from its Italian partner, the paper reported on its website on Sunday.

Plans also include making a small Fiat engine for the 500 at a Chrysler plant in Trenton, Michigan, and building a Fiat-derived compact car slightly larger than the 500 in the United States, a source told the paper.

The Toluca, Mexico plant, which currently makes the Dodge Journey crossover and PT Cruiser, is an attractive home for the 500 because cars could be exported to South and Central America where the Fiat brand is popular, the Journal reported.

Fiat acquired a 20 percent stake in Chrysler and entered into agreements to give it access to Fiat technology and platforms. Chrysler filed for bankruptcy in April.

Chrysler representatives were not immediately available for comment

Top Gear Fiat 500 Abarth SS

noreply@blogger.com (Unknown) — Tue, 04 Aug 2009 19:38:00 +0000