Alright this is getting out of hand. fatcat, I recommend you read this. https://dodgechallenger.com/forums/m_14967/tm.htm

Here this now, THE CHALLENGER IS GOING TO BE PRODUCED! Stop using scare tactics and accusing people of being paid off since they are optimistic and disagree with your viewpoint. I'm not crazy about this guy being put in charge, but there is no point in getting everyone in a panic about the Challenger not being produced. The fact of the matter is, Daimler was one of the worst things to ever happen to Chrysler. After seeing what they did to Chrysler, I'm willing to take my chances with this guy. Chrysler hasn't had a good leader since Iacoca, yet they are still in existance.

The solution to Chrysler's problem is investing more into their less expensive models and in their powertrains. The powertrains part is taking place. They are building a whole new line of engines that sound innovative. They are working on transmissions that sound like a large step up from anything else in the market. Economy cars are important; however, they are not the lifeblood of the company. The Prius could give Toyota some big headaches some day due to potential problems with hybrid systems. The Avenger and Sebring need better interiors, lose the 4-speeds for the 6-speeds, in the meantime use the best V6s avalible (3.5 L.O. in the SXT and the 4.0L in the R/T), use the right gearing for better fuel economy. Expand the use of diesels from just trucks to all models. Using their own technology in future models (stop using technology from Mercedes, Mitsubishi, Hyundai, Chery, Nissan, etc.).

The unions are an issue as well. A socialized health care system is not the answer however, but I'll save that for a future topic. Building the right models, is the solution and that means quite making gimmick models (Caliber, Compass, Patriot, etc.).

Also, this section is about the Challenger, not about general Chrysler issues; therefore, I'm sending this to the Off Topic section.