Comments on: Housekeeping: The Busy Week Ahead

By: windswords

windswords — Tue, 03 Nov 2009 14:58:24 +0000

Since Dodge cars and trucks are going to be separated I would like you to ask some pointed questions about what is going to happen to Dodge. Are there new cars planned? What is the branding direction? Ask them to be specific. This will help put to rest or confirm rumors that Dodge is going away.

By: Rix

Rix — Tue, 03 Nov 2009 04:45:46 +0000

Does Chrysler’s hosting hotel have crappy interiors? How about mouse-fur covered chairs and hard plastic?

By: dougjp

dougjp — Mon, 02 Nov 2009 23:22:15 +0000

If there is anyone of consequence there from Fiat, and there probably will be, the question is simple.

“Why?”

By: ajla

ajla — Mon, 02 Nov 2009 22:46:36 +0000

re: New New Chrysler:

-Any plans to add direct injection to the V8s?
-Any plans to use the Fiat “dualogic” transmission in the NA market?
-Any plans to use a dual-clutch transmission in the NA market?

By: Durishin

Durishin — Mon, 02 Nov 2009 22:12:50 +0000

Edward,

Many years ago, Road & Track did a comparison test between an XJ6, a Mercedes, a Bimmer a Lexus and – I think – an Audi.

I forget who wrote up the piece but, when he got to the summary of the Jag, he referred to her as exactly that: “her.” And he noted the special – almost mystical – quality of the Jaguar which caused one to refer to her as a person whereas the others were always “its.”

So, having had four Jaguar experiences (2 x E, 2 x XJ) I can tell you that they do feel more organic – more like beings – than those other brands.

I think that is perhaps the most important quality of Jaguar. I wonder if Mr. Callum empathizes with that and if he feels his new designs re-ignite that quality of those lovely cars of my past – and Goolsby’s present.

By: Joshua Johnson

Joshua Johnson — Mon, 02 Nov 2009 21:54:57 +0000

RE: Questions for Ian Callum
Any word on an updated C-Type and D-Type limited run production? Word on the Jag forums is that these two cars will be brought back in limited production runs with classic body style and modern safety and mechanical features. Please tell us this is true!

By: salhany

salhany — Mon, 02 Nov 2009 19:44:22 +0000

Ask Callum about how Jag is going to address the reported reliability problems with the XF, and how they plan on avoiding such issues going forward. Both TrueDelta and CR have reported many initial problems with the XF. At some point Jag has to be aware that their fantastic vehicles are continually behind undermined by a lack of attention to details. Do they feel the rolled out the XF too quickly?

By: Edward Niedermeyer

Edward Niedermeyer — Mon, 02 Nov 2009 18:35:48 +0000

Justin: Hahahahaha… no. I think they’re providing lunch, but it is a six hour meeting. Also, I am getting the “Chrysler Group” rate at their hosting hotel. I’ll update on all necessary disclosures as and when pieces are published.

By: johngalt

johngalt — Mon, 02 Nov 2009 18:31:01 +0000

The GAO report out today says the government has ordered specific production requirements at GM and Chrysler.
Chrysler has been ordered to maintain 90% of it’s 2008 production. With sales down 45%, what do they intend to do with all the cars that nobody buys?

By: Porsche986

Porsche986 — Mon, 02 Nov 2009 18:17:44 +0000

RE: Questions for Ian Callum… Please oh PLEASE tell us why the c-pillars on the new XJ are black on all of the cars? It looks silly and ruins the lines. If they wanted it to look like a wrap around, why not just wrap the glass? What were they thinking?

By: Justin Berkowitz

Justin Berkowitz — Mon, 02 Nov 2009 18:12:40 +0000

Are you going on Chrysler’s dime, Ed?

If so, eat up. Car companies really know how to blow money on press junkets.

By: fincar1

fincar1 — Mon, 02 Nov 2009 18:06:05 +0000

I think in the case of Chrysler, any indication that they understand what it takes to remain viable in the North American market would be welcome.

Have a great week!