Sales of FCA minivans hits slump again
Dave Waddell, Windsor Star October 2, 2019 Minivan sales tumbled for Fiat Chrysler Automobiles in the third quarter of 2019 as consumers continued their migration to light trucks/SUVs. Pacifica sales in the U.S. were down 24 per cent (21,697 sold) while the Caravan dropped 20 per cent (27,456 sold). In Canada, sales of the Pacifica […]
‘Risks, opportunities’ for Canadian auto sector from potential impact of a Fiat-Renault mega-deal
No plant closures on table as deal aims to seek efficiencies through common global vehicle platforms, architectures, powertrains, technologies Geoff Zochodne, Financial Post May 27, 2019 The proposed merger of Fiat Chrysler Automobiles N.V. and Renault S.A. could present opportunities for the Canadian auto sector, but it’s still too early to say for sure how […]
FCA’s U.S. expansion stokes fears for Brampton
Dana Flavelle, Automotive News Canada May 15, 2019 Fiat Chrysler Automobiles’ recent US $4.5 billion investment in new and existing assembly plants in Michigan will be a boon to Canadian parts suppliers, even as the automaker cuts production at its two facilities in Ontario, the president of the Automotive Parts Manufacturers’ Association said. “Anytime someone […]
