Gary Dilts
Gary Dilts
concerned confidence consumer levels
We've got a consumer out there where the confidence levels have been slipping and they're concerned about the monthly budget.
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We finished the first quarter with strong momentum, led by the Dodge Caliber, which is getting great reception from dealers and customers. Most economic indicators are showing a strengthening of the economy and consumers are displaying a desire to purchase new cars and trucks. We are in the right position as we continue our launch of ten all-new products this year.
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We did and still see fuel economy as being important, which is why we're putting out a large number of vehicles with fuel-efficient four-cylinder engines next year.
fleet lifted
This is a big fleet month, and that lifted us.
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Despite the triple threat of rising fuel costs, devastating weather events and an uncertain economy, Chrysler Group delivered consistent monthly and quarterly results with a robust mix of four-, six-, and eight-cylinder products.
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The steady, constant pace of product launches we have brought to market has enabled us to reach two years of consistent monthly and consecutive quarterly results. We plan to keep launching new, head-turning products in every category and at the same pace that will connect with customers and bring them into our showrooms.
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Our significant growth in the small car segment, combined with the availability of HEMI engines with MDS on larger products, gives us confidence in the marketplace going forward for the remainder of the year.
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They are spending more money than anybody else in the industry right now on a net price basis.
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They're not as big and they get pretty good fuel economy.
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We strengthened our leadership position in key segments such as minivans and large cars with our sales in January. Our car business is up 20 percent, and our LX products are up 62 percent. The Dodge Caliber begins production today and gives us a strong entry into the small car segment with an attractive price starting at $13,985. We are now a full-time car player.
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We're looking for September to be a very big clearance month as we end our employee pricing on Oct. 3.
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Certified used vehicles represent the fastest-growing niche within the used vehicle industry. We simply cannot afford not to be in the game. Chrysler Group's CPO vehicles drive showroom traffic and add to the value of the franchise.
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While fleet business sometimes gets a bad name, there is very good fleet business,
bit create worked
We used Iacocca to create a bit of a stir. It worked out nicely.