Recent content by bill burke

The RHO was a calculated, if not desperate, move by Ram to save the amazing TRX model and in my opinion, it was the best they could do under the failed policies of Stellantis. I must praise their effort. The vehicle was really special and in my opinion, not just an engine, so a Hurricane was...

What makes me think I’m the lazy old power train biased guy you allude to, thanks for maybe thinking of your old pal here. Your right, it’s fifteen years and three Pentastar vehicles that drive that bias, but your old pal has a caveat to your statement, I’d be all over that shiny new Hurricane...

Nothing wrong with the very attractive Hornet except pricing and marketing it towards performance fans in a value minded demographic for these sized vehicles. A square peg in a round hole being jammed into that niche market by arrogant, Euro-think elites. Try again with something for that unique...

How in the heck is this possible? These UAW guys are paid very, very well and not tightening a bolt seems insane. Is this a sabotage mindset because of job cuts? Sadly, I’m leaning that way considering bolt tightening is not exactly rocket science. I’d fire the people responsible since shifting...

May I respectfully ask why ?? Stellantis as a global entity offered one obvious benefit, sharing resources across brands to improve final product outcomes and cut costs. I’m shocked at your response to one of the most respected brands on earth that has been at the forefront of style...

I just don’t see an issue. If you want a new truck just get a larger loan or lease. I realize for some that might be a bridge too far, but I upped the ante more than once to get the vehicle I wanted, but the extra cost faded away in short order as it became a familiar expense that never mattered...

I believe Maserati will survive and be profitable but suffers from the same maladies as other brands especially Dodge, Alfa Romeo and Chrysler, the incompetent illness of Carlos thinking. Most know the three vital canceled products, two sedans and an SUV, all spun off the excellent Chrysler 300...

Hope Ram keeps the RHO in the line up. Enough money went into this model to allow time to see if there is a market for the Hurricane now that the Hemi is coming back. For myself, not a truck guy, the Six Pack Charger remains the most compelling option even with a Hemi coming. Similar...

I believe the engine issue is an easy fix. Not knowledgeable on the rules, really wish they would mandate production derived engine blocks and rotating assemblies for each brand, but if engine bore angles and induction systems can be uniform, than the manufacturers can source out the work...

About six years ago I cross shopped the Jeep Cherokee Overland and the Alfa Romeo Stelvio. Similar price with the edge on tech going to Jeep and on driving dynamics to the Alfa. I thought performance about equal but past experience with the Pentastar six edging out anything with a turbo. Biggest...

The close relationship between rural America and trucks is obvious and NASCAR along with country music is a fundamental part of that relationship. Americans want the America put back in their trucks, that too is obvious by the lukewarm reception to electrics in this segment. That’s a dog that...

Ahhh, that soft, luxurious Corinthian leather, yes that works for a Chrysler. In all seriousness my son had a big Chrysler New Yorker that the previous model year was an Imperial with tufted leather seats. That was the most comfortable car seat I ever sat in and I mean better than current luxury...

Finally they get it. I always considered Chrysler a direct competitor to Cadillac and Lincoln, BMW and Mercedes especially with my last Chrysler 300 Limited that had a real luxury look, feel and amenities, even a retractable rear window curtain at an affordable price. It should be easy enough...

What about the reported three speeds in the upcoming Cherokee hybrid. Same? Different? It could be a big deal for these hybrids and electrics. Maybe.

Fiat, perhaps with some denial and too much hubris, continues to face a negative reputation in the U.S. marketplace, regrettably augmented by a mismanaged return to the U.S. market. “Fix It Again Tony” is not only is clever bit of humor to some, but it clearly reeks of bigotry and ignorance...