Twelve DaimlerChrysler Women Executives Join the 2005 Class of Automotive News 100 Leading Women in the North American Auto Industry

Twelve DaimlerChrysler Women Executives Join the 2005 Class of Automotive News 100 Leading Women in the North American Auto Industry

Four of the 12 women are second-time honorees
Representation of women executives at Chrysler Group has increased by 75 percent since 1999
Automotive News recognized 2005 honorees at a gala dinner in Detroit, Mich.

Auburn Hills, Mich., Sep 29, 2005 -
Twelve DaimlerChrysler executives have been named to the list of 100 Leading Women in the North American Auto Industry as selected by Automotive News. The chosen 12 are among an elite group of influential female executives that are highlighted in the Sept. 26th issue of Automotive News and were honored at a gala dinner last evening in Detroit, Mich.

The award recognizes women who are leaders in the automotive field, make major decisions and have significant influence at their companies. The first listing of the industry’s top women executives was released in September 2000.

DaimlerChrysler Commercial Vehicles: Innovative technology for the future

DaimlerChrysler Commercial Vehicles: Innovative technology for the future

Board of Management member for Commercial Vehicles, Andreas Renschler: new technologies and products as a major part of the Global Excellence programme

Active safety systems significantly reduce accidents

Stuttgart/Papenburg, Sep 30, 2005
At the second series of Technology Days in Papenburg, DaimlerChrysler Commercial Vehicles is presenting 50 research and development topics on the subjects of safety, the environment and technology. The technologies shown will gradually be incorporated into the commercial vehicles manufactured by DaimlerChrysler.
In the words of Andreas Renschler, the member of the DaimlerChrysler AG Board of Management responsible for the Commercial Vehicles Division: “The investment in future product generations is a major component of the “Global Excellence” optimisation programme. We are fo-cusing our research and development activities on new products and technologies which will further strengthen the competitiveness of the Commercial Vehicles Division.” The development work for future commercial vehicles is characterised by more difficult conditions. These include regulatory requirements re-lating to environmental protection, rising fuel prices and pressures on the economic situation of customers, who depend on minimal down-times, lower fuel consumption and maximum vehicle availability.

DaimlerChrysler to Partner with NextEnergy, Inc., in Detroit on Biodiesel Research and Development

DaimlerChrysler to Partner with NextEnergy, Inc., in Detroit on Biodiesel Research and Development

Auburn Hills, Mich., Sep 29, 2005 -
Research Will Advance Nation’s Rapidly-Growing Biodiesel Industry, Promote Use of Clean, Renewable Fuel Made from U.S. Farm Products
Biodiesel Industries, Nation’s Largest Biodiesel Refiner, to Join Partnership with New Detroit Facility
DaimlerChrysler ‘Brownfield’ Sites to Produce Feedstock for Research Programs
Jeep® Liberty CRD diesel, factory-fueled with biodiesel, sets monthly sales record
DaimlerChrysler, a national leader in promoting use of clean, renewable biodiesel fuel, will collaborate with Detroit-based NextEnergy, Inc., and Biodiesel Industries, Inc., in developing advanced renewable fuels for the future.

The partners will focus on research targeting biodiesel fuel development and technical innovation, as well as the development and refinement of industry standards for the rapidly-growing biodiesel industry.

Dodge Kicks Off Texas State Fair with Introduction of All-New 2006 Dodge Ram Mega Cab Dually

Dodge Kicks Off Texas State Fair with Introduction of All-New 2006 Dodge Ram Mega Cab Dually

Largest pickup cab on the planet adds dual rear wheels for ‘Mega’ towing and hauling capability

5.9-liter Cummins Turbo Diesel engine provides best-in-class 610 lb.-ft. of torque – more than Ford’s PowerStroke or Chevrolet’s Duramax® diesel engines
The biggest, most innovative pickup cab ever – more than 12 inches longer than the Ford F-250 Crew Cab

Dallas, Texas, Sep 29, 2005 -
In a salute to the largest pickup truck market in the United States, Dodge tipped its hat to Texas today and unveiled the all-new 2006 Dodge Ram Mega Cab Dually.

‘More with less’ to become a goal at DaimlerChrysler

‘More with less’ to become a goal at DaimlerChrysler

September 29, 2005
BY JOE GUY COLLIER
FREE PRESS BUSINESS WRITER

DaimlerChrysler AG chairman-in-waiting Dieter Zetsche, famous for cutting costs and turning around Chrysler, took his first steps Wednesday at getting Mercedes in shape.

Zetsche left Auburn Hills-based Chrysler Group this month to take over the ailing German-based Mercedes Car Group of DaimlerChrysler. He is to become chairman of the entire company in January.

DaimlerChrysler announced Wednesday that it would be cutting 8,500 employees, or about 8% of the workforce, at Mercedes at a cost in buyout packages of about $1.1 billion. The company’s stock rose $2, or about 4%, to $54.83 Wednesday.

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Popular Package Honoring Walter P. Chrysler Returns to Select 2006 Chrysler Products

Popular Package Honoring Walter P. Chrysler Returns to Select 2006 Chrysler Products

Value-oriented “Signature Series” packages offer popular equipment at no charge or as part of a package discount
Pride, craftsmanship, heritage and value signify Chrysler products then and now

Auburn Hills, Mich., Sep 28, 2005 -
The return of the popular Chrysler Signature Series Packages, first introduced in the 2005 model year, offer exceptional value vehicles built with popular equipment, one-of-a-kind interiors and exclusive limited-production color choices. The 2006 Signature Series Packages are offered on Touring models of select 2006 Chrysler brand vehicles. Each vehicle includes specially chosen “no charge” equipment or package discounts on items such as power sunroofs, navigation or rear-seat video entertainment systems.

Dealers pamper car buyers

They hope food, Internet, music draw in customers

By R.J. King / The Detroit News

BLOOMFIELD TOWNSHIP — Forget about the bad old days when car dealerships offered customers plastic chairs, dog-eared magazines and serve-yourself coffee.

Auto dealers are spending big bucks on new and refurbished showrooms that create an inviting atmosphere and lavish potential buyers with upscale amenities.

U.S. Supreme Court to Decide Toledo Jeep Case

The dispute over the new Toledo Jeep plant has made its way to the nation’s highest court.

The Supreme Court says it will decide how states may use tax incentives to attract companies to build auto plants and other projects. The case is a major test of job-creation strategies across the country.

Justices will review an Ohio tax program that had been used thousands of times until an appeals court ruled last year that it was unconstitutional. The law was challenged by taxpayers. They contend bidding wars among states are out of hand and taxpayers are footing the bill. At issue is an investment tax credit Ohio gave DaimlerChrysler to build a Jeep assembly plant in Toledo. All sides agree that the case could have a sweeping national impact, with virtually every state having some type of incentive program.