Dodge Grand Caravan
Fiat-Chrysler’s CEO keeps feeding the rumour mill with the fate of its minivans, but for now the best-selling van range in Canada returns with changes to colours and option groups. Only one drivetrain powers all Grand Caravans and Town & Countrys: the ubiquitous Pentastar 3.6L V6 (making 283 horsepower here), paired to a six-speed automatic and front-wheel drive. Stow n’ Go in the second row is still class-exclusive and remains highly practical. Nothing provides more room for the family at this budget level!
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What Were the Best Minivans in 2017?
What Were the Best Minivans in 2017?Far from being as popular as they once were, minivans have trouble facing the strong SUV competition in today’s market. However, the few manufacturers that hang on to them are taking steps to help them stay relevant. For example, Kia has replaced the Sedona with the new Carnival , and …
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Converting Your Vehicle Into a Camper: What You Need to Know
Converting Your Vehicle Into a Camper: What You Need to KnowThe “van life” movement has become so popular over the last 20 years that several companies now sell or rent small vans that are fitted with everything you need for a camping weekend, or a good old road trip across the country. The prices vary widely, some adventure-ready vehicles even …
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15 Vehicles With 15 Years of Age You Should Consider
15 Vehicles With 15 Years of Age You Should ConsiderA growing number of drivers decide to keep their vehicles longer, and therefore, the average age of the automobile population is steadily increasing. According to American statistics published recently, the average is 13.1 years for cars and 11.6 years for light trucks. In addition, the sharp rise in pre-owned vehicle …
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Limited Mobility Vehicle Rules According to the SAAQ
Limited Mobility Vehicle Rules According to the SAAQDid you know that it is mandatory to obtain the authorization from the Société de l'assurance automobile du Québec (SAAQ) before purchasing an adapted vehicle for a person with limited mobility? Even having equipment installed to adapt a vehicle requires permission from the SAAQ. If you have been in a …
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Ontario Driver Pulled Over with Cardboard Licence Plate
Ontario Driver Pulled Over with Cardboard Licence PlateEarlier this week, a motorist was spotted by the Ontario Provincial Police with what seemed to be a (very) homemade cardboard licence plate. The driver had drawn the numbers and letters by hand with a felt pen, and had used the original plate screws to keep the makeshift plate in …
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FCA Has 1,300 Buyout Packages Planned for Windsor Employees
FCA Has 1,300 Buyout Packages Planned for Windsor EmployeesFiat-Chrysler’s (FCA) Windsor Assembly Plant in Ontario re-opened on May 19 with new health and safety protocols in the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic. And today three-shift production resumed but only for the next three weeks. According to a report by the Windsor Star , the third shift will be …
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COVID-19: FCA to Re-open North American Plants Soon
COVID-19: FCA to Re-open North American Plants SoonFiat Chrysler Automobiles (FCA) detailed its restart plans to suppliers on Wednesday, Automotive News reports. Production will resume on Monday, April 20 at the Saltillo assembly plant in Mexico, which is notable for building Ram trucks. As for the Brampton plant in Ontario, home of the Dodge Challenger and Charger …
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Report: Chrysler Voyager to be Named Grand Caravan in Canada
Report: Chrysler Voyager to be Named Grand Caravan in CanadaAt the beginning of summer, Fiat Chrysler Automobiles (FCA) invited us to a media event to discover a more affordable variant of the Chrysler Pacifica minivan. It was actually a brand new vehicle called “Voyager” that is set to go on sale in the U.S. next year and in Canada …
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The Dodge Grand Caravan still available in 2017
The Dodge Grand Caravan still available in 2017With the arrival of the new Chrysler Pacifica minivan, we were sure the Dodge Grand Caravan would be retired at the same time as its cousin, the Chrysler Town & Country. However, the high MSRP of the Pacifica, $43,995 before freight and delivery charges, likely disoriented families on a budget …
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The Dodge Grand Caravan Refuses To Die
The Dodge Grand Caravan Refuses To DieIn an effort to change the image of its brands, FCA announced last year that the Dodge brand would now focus on sports cars. Therefore, Chrysler wanted to end production of the famous Grand Caravan , a vehicle absolutely not sporty. Van production would have consisted exclusively of the Chrysler …
