Recent content by james.mooney.

I wouldn't hold my breath for many, or even any, more two-door cars, other than special edition/SRT versions of the two-door Charger and maybe, someday, a limited-production exotic halo model like the Viper. High-volume C- and D-segment two-door cars seem unlikely to me. Two-door cars sell about...

While they move forward with the midsize BOF "Dakota," I hope they are at least considering not only a US-spec compact Rampage on STLA Medium but also a STLA Small Ram subcompact pickup ("Ram Raider"? "Ram Scamp"?) based on the next-gen Fiat Strada-- like the badge-engineered Ram 700 sold in...

Full-size BOF SUVs all start at around $60K (including Wagoneer). I wonder if Stellantis could build a Ram-branded and reskinned version of the Wagoneer ("Ram Citadel"?) packaged and priced like the 1500 Big Horn and 1500 Warlock ($45K and $54K respectively)-- deeply undercutting the pricing of...

I'm wondering if anyone can direct me towards more information about Ms. Feuell's performance as Chrysler CEO. I know that we are all disappointed that there have been no new products under her leadership, but we also know that most new product development was frozen when FCA merged with PSA...

At least they are moving away from the chunky D-pillar and tiny third-row windows on some models (like the Renegade and the current Compass) to full-size third row windows. Also, Wagoneer and Grand Wagoneer are the same size. The long wheelbase versions are the Wagoneer L and Grand Wagoneer L.

I long thought, back during the FCA days, that a RWD Avenger midsizer could have been a game-changer (just like the RWD full-size Lx cars were in 2005-2006). The 2009 Chrysler 200C EV Concept showed that it could have been possible, based on a shortened Lx platform (the wheelbase, width, and...

STLA Medium can underpin C-segment cars and is planned for Brampton starting with the Compass. EMP2 platform - Wikipedia EMP2 platform - Wikipedia

Cool. Build it at Toledo South with a gen2 Gladiator and build affordable STLA Small and STLA Medium (including Compass, gen2 Hornet, and Rampage) vehicles for the U.S. market at Belvidere. Let Brampton build vehicles for Canada and other markets outside the U.S. (tariffs).

I've been saying that I think a gen2 Hornet should have the fastback profile. It would give it a sportier feel and differentiate it more from the Compass. Put them, a Chrysler MPV, and a compact Ram pickup all on STLA Medium built out of Brampton, and you've got four body styles for four brand...

IMHO, Chrysler should get a FWD/AWD E-segment CUV based on and build alongside the next Pacifica to compete with the Chevy Traverse/ Buick Enclave. Using a tranversely-mounted turbo I4/ hybrid system would allow them to shorten the hood and move the A-pillar forward (cab forward), giving it...

You have been engaged in a good faith argument in a very interesting conversation that I was learning a lot about the auto industry from, and people take it all personally and start insulting you because you are not affirming their beliefs. It's a shame that people cannot just say, "I disagree...

I never hated the Airflow Concept. It was fine. And that was the problem! It needs to be something really special, and I do not think the concept hit that mark. Understandable. It's hard to believe anything they say when everything they announce gets canceled or postponed. "Every man premium"...

IMHO, the Chrysler Airflow D-CUV should be about the size and configuration of the Dodge Journey and Jeep Commander (LATAM). Base it on the Wagoneer S but make it taller and longer, with a third row of seats. Emphasis on being a comfortable, spacious people mover with all the most advanced tech...

Chrysler Chronos is my favorite concept. Stunning.

I think you are onto something, and Chrysler has hinted that this is a direction they've been considering with concepts like the Portal and as far back as 2008 with the ecoVoyager. Like Ram is a truck brand (with a couple of vans) and Jeep is a UV brand (with a pickup), Chrysler could lean into...