According to Reuters Chrysler views manufacturing alliances with other automakers as the key to Chrylser's success. And, if fuel economy remains a significant factor for American consumers, Chrysler's alliance with GM on dual mode hybrid vehicles will only increase in importance.
Might this lead to an alliance with GM and its E Flex technology that will power the Chevy Volt? Considering that Chrysler showed off a similar range extended EV technology concept at the last Detroit Auto Show, such a move seems quite plausible.
Likewise, there are rumors coming out of Ford, which currently licenses hybrid technology from Toyota, about a possible licensing agreement with GM on the Volt's E Flex technology.
Obviously, such alliances would be great for GM, but would they make sense for Ford and Chrysler as well? Considering each company's approach to hybrids thus far, such a move seems very real. And, it would probably simplify things for US auto suppliers.
Might this lead to an alliance with GM and its E Flex technology that will power the Chevy Volt? Considering that Chrysler showed off a similar range extended EV technology concept at the last Detroit Auto Show, such a move seems quite plausible.
Likewise, there are rumors coming out of Ford, which currently licenses hybrid technology from Toyota, about a possible licensing agreement with GM on the Volt's E Flex technology.
Obviously, such alliances would be great for GM, but would they make sense for Ford and Chrysler as well? Considering each company's approach to hybrids thus far, such a move seems very real. And, it would probably simplify things for US auto suppliers.
