Thursday, February 12, 2009

Raiding the Fiat Cupboard


The Future Chrysler MiTo? -- Photo Illustration by James Riswick

News of the potential Fiat-Chrysler Alliance has set the automotive world aflutter. On the one hand, it must be taken with great apprehension -- there's still much to be done with many questions. But the basic idea of this alliance is certainly solid. Chrysler gains access to Fiat's extensive range of small car platforms, while the Italian automaker gets access to Chrysler's American factories and dealer network -- two pieces that could allow it to get back into the world's most lucrative market.

See more Fiat-Chrysler News at Edmunds Auto Observer

We're not entirely sure yet which models would be transformed into Chrysler-Dodge products, nor do we know if they would be straight badge-engineering jobs or a more complete working of a platform. We also don't know which Fiat and Alfa Romeo vehicles could make it over here. Again, there are plenty of issues. But here are some possibilities and what each could mean to American car buyers.

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