Fiat is reportedly planning a hard-top coupe version of the new 124 Spider, likely to come in as a performance-oriented Abarth model. According to an Autocar report, the coupe won’t feature a removable hard-top roof like the MX-5 RF, although sharing the same underpinnings. Instead, it’s set to be designed […]
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FCA invests US$1b in facility shuffle, Jeep Compass production ending
Fiat Chrysler Automobiles has announced it will cease production of several models, and invest more than US$1 billion into updating its manufacturing infrastructure at its US plants. FCA said in a statement that US$1.05 billion will be invested into retooling operations at two of its major manufacturing plants, to strengthen […]
FCA offering cash reward for successful hackers
After numerous embarrassing cases on video showing the Jeep Cherokee being hacked into and controlled remotely, Fiat Chrysler Automobiles is offering a cash incentive to any hackers who can find security flaws in any of its latest products. After that earlier breach led to a 1.4-million-car recall, the company is […]
2016 Fiat 500X Pop Star review (video)
CUVs (compact utility vehicles) are the hottest thing in Australia since sliced bread. Want proof? All but a small handful of manufacturers have experimented in the segment, to varying degrees of success. Now, Fiat wants a bit of the action with the new 500X. In order to secure its piece […]
Fiat Australia launches dedicated website for new Abarth 124
Fiat Chrysler Australia has launched a new website promoting the Abarth 124 Spider, ahead of its official release later this year. Abarth.com.au/124Spider is now live, allowing potential buyers to register their interest, check out all the specifications, safety and personalisation options. More interestingly though, the site has the world’s first […]
Fiat Chrysler sales ban threat in Germany, share price drops
Fiat Chrysler Automobiles shares have taken a tumble following the release of a report claiming it may be unable to sell cars in Germany due to emissions cheating. German Newspaper Bild reported Fiat Chrysler would be ineligible to sell cars in Germany if evidence of emissions foul-play is discovered by […]
Fiat Chrysler preparing new 2.0T 4cyl, to debut in next Jeep Wrangler
The next-generation Jeep Wrangler is not only set to introduce a number of firsts for the nameplate, it’s also expected to be the first candidate for Fiat Chrysler’s new 2.0-litre turbo engine. FCA will launch a new 2.0-litre turbo four-cylinder in the near future, following industry trends; almost all of […]
2016 Abarth 595 on sale in Australia, new entry level hot hatch
Looking to buy an exciting compact hot hatch? A new Fiat 500 performance model has been announced for Australia, called the Abarth 595, coming in as the most affordable Abarth yet. The new 595 is based on the latest Fiat 500. Fiat Chrysler Australia says it helps to bridge the […]