Archive for May, 2009

Chrysler – Should the American Taxpayer Pay

Wednesday, May 13th, 2009

Dave Foord asked: There’s always safety in numbers and this appears to be true for the big three automakers in the US. Each individual company has had its own problems over the years, but at the end of the day falling sales have resulted from designing and producing cars that ...

Daimlerchrysler to Trade Chrysler for Gm Stake

Wednesday, May 13th, 2009

Noah Scott asked: Last Monday DaimlerChrysler and General Motors -- the world’s largest automaker and producer of the popular GM cargo liners -- have engaged in an intensified talk about the possible linkup between Chrysler division and GM. According to reports from the Financial Times, DaimlerChrysler is considering taking a ...

What was the point of the $17 billion bailout for GM and Chrysler?

Monday, May 11th, 2009

Jack asked: It's not like GM is going to do any better at all. I don't understand at all why we had to bail out these two crappy comapnies. Why didn't Toyota, Nissan, and Honda need bailouts as well? True, they are Japanese companies (but they build some of their cars ...

Macarthur Chrysler—expertise Gained Through the Test of Time

Monday, May 11th, 2009

Benard Worseley asked: A Local Dealer for Brand New and Pre-Owned ChryslerOne of the popular products in Macarthur Automotive is the Chrysler. With its long history in the automobile industry that started in 1952, it remains to be one of the leading products held in dealership through Macarthur Automotive. Chrysler ...

What exactly the Chrysler 300 shares with Mercedes?

Friday, May 8th, 2009

mmd_774 asked: I'm looking at Chrysler 300 and I heard it shares some components with Mercedes-Benz, do you know exactly which components? I'm looking for more technically-detailed answer please.Bruce

How will a Chrysler widow’s pension be affected by what is going on right now with the auto industry?

Thursday, May 7th, 2009

V asked: My friend's grandmother is a spouse of a deceased Chrysler employee (passed away 2 years ago). What will happen to the pension she receives? In what cases will it get cut or eliminated?Suzanne

Chrysler Aspen Hybrid Review - the Pros and Cons

Wednesday, May 6th, 2009

Craig F Stevens asked: While Chrysler’s Aspen continues to build popularity among those consumers still interested in luxury SUVs despite the increasing price of fuel, the overall segment continues to slump. Chrysler’s answer is to add a dual-mode hybrid gas-electric drive system to the Durango’s refined cousin.The new drivetrain continues ...

Is Daimler Exiting Chrysler While They Still Can?

Wednesday, May 6th, 2009

Matthew C. Keegan asked:  The Daimler-Chrysler merger that took place in 1998 was one for the history books. What was then known as Daimler-Benz AG purchased Chrysler Corporation, America's third largest automaker, for $37 billion. That merger, which later was revealed to be an acquisition of the American company by ...

Chrysler Post Bail Out: What’s Next?

Tuesday, May 5th, 2009

Matthew C. Keegan asked: In all likelihood, the Bush Administration will approve of stop gap funding to help Chrysler and General Motors through the next few months. Indeed, with ten billion dollars in loan money to be earmarked, both car companies should be able to make it through the end ...

How much will it cost to replace a engine mount in my 1996 chrysler concorde?

Sunday, May 3rd, 2009

Dora the explorer asked: I need to replace the engine mount in my 1996 Chrysler Concorde can anyone tell me how much I am looking at to pay to have a mechanic to replace it? Thank you for your help in advance!Clyde