Archive for February, 2008

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ENVI Developes New Hybrid

February 24, 2008

The Detroit News says that Chrysler is creating a new unit to develop “green” cars and trucks.

ENVI, short for environment, will research and produce hybrid vehicles under the Chrysler, Dodge and Jeep brands. The vehicles will be conceived and developed as hybrids, rather than taking existing models and outfitting them with hybrid powertrains.

Chrysler CEO Bob Nardelli said, “The creation of ENVI allows us to focus on the development of a new generation of environmentally responsible Chrysler, Jeep and Dodge vehicles,” .

Chrysler ,General Motors, Daimler and BMW to produce a new hybrid engine system, its first two-mode gas-electric hybrids. It should show up first in the larger SUV’s Durango and Aspen producing a 40% improvement in your city driving.

You can see all the results of recent changes and improvements in Dodge Chrysler Jeep products at:
Dick’s Country Chrysler Jeep Dodge
767 SW Baseline Rd
Hillsboro OR 97123
503-214-5014
800-783-4891
http://dickscountrydodge.com
http://dicksautogroup.com
A Portland area new Dodge dealer, new Chrysler dealer, new Jeep dealer near Beaverton Oregon. We have the 2009 Ram and 2009 Dodge Challenger available soon.

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FORD FIESTA FOREVER

February 16, 2008

FIESTA FOREVER

2008-02-15 20:24 GMT

12 Ford Fiesta Facts:

Ford Fiesta

  • The worldwide name is confirmed – Ford Fiesta
  • Next generation, all-new global small car signals fresh chapter in Ford Fiesta story
  • Stylish ‘kinetic design’ and dynamic flair combines with traditional Ford strengths to deliver confident, contemporary, fun-to-drive package
  • Fiesta brings a host of big-car features to the small car segment for the first time
  • Fiesta stays compact but is lighter and stronger. Ultra high-strength steels and a comprehensive safety package that includes a driver’s knee airbag
  • Exciting three-door body remains true to Verve Concept
  • Futuristic interior from Verve Concept becomes production reality, including integrated HMI center stack inspired by mobile phones
  • 113 HP (115 PS) Duratec 1.6-liter Ti-VCT gasoline engine joins Fiesta range; one of five fuel efficient and clean engines
  • Fiesta will expand Ford ECOnetic ultra-low CO2 range, delivering optimized reduction in CO2 emissions.
  • New Fiesta is the first product of Ford’s new global product development process, with versions due for launch in Europe in 2008, and in Asia and the Americas between 2008 and 2010
  • 5 Efficient Powertrain Choices at launch from 68 PS Duratorq TDCi diesel to new Duratec 1.6-liter Ti-VCT petrol engine which delivers low emissions.
  • New technology highlights include keyless vehicle technology, ‘Ford Power’ engine start button, Ford Easyfuel capless refueling, USB connectivity and ambient interior lighting

Source (FORD)

You can see all the results of recent changes and improvements at Dick’s Mackenzie Ford.

Dick’s Mackenzie Ford

4151 SE Tualatin Valley Hwy
Hillsboro OR 97123
800-783-0863

503-214-5029

http://mackenzieford.com

http://dicksautogroup.com

A Portland area new Ford dealer near Beaverton Oregon.