Electrification

Mopar's Level 2 wall charger now available on Amazon, headed for FCA's consumer websites

Eileen Falkenberg-Hull
Jan 15, 2020, 9:32 am

FCA has committed to launching 30 new electrified models by 2022.

Photo courtesy of Fiat Chrysler Automobiles N.V.

Americans love Amazon. FCA is taking steps toward electrification. At CES, Jeep showed off plans to offer plug-in versions of the Wrangler, Renegade, and Compass under the "4xe" badge. Now, the company is offering Mopar's 240-volt (Level 2) wall charger on Amazon. The same charger will go up for sale on FCA's consumer websites as the company solidifies rollout plans for electrified models.

FCA has committed to launching more than 30 electrified nameplates by 2022. Electrified nameplates means vehicles that are either hybrids, plug-in hybrids, or battery electric vehicles.

2020 Chrysler Pacifica The Chrysler Pacifica Hybrid features a plug-in electric and gasoline-powered powertrain. Photo courtesy of Fiat Chrysler Automobiles N.V.

The company has identified launches of electrified Jeep vehicles, a second-generation Fiat 500 EV, Fiat Ducato BEV, and a hybrid Maserati in 2020, though not all the models will make it to U.S. shores.

"Our industry is approaching an inflection point in demand for affordable long-range electric vehicles," said Micky Bly, Head of Global Propulsion System Engineering, FCA. "This action is just one of FCA's efforts to improve awareness and convenience in the EV purchase experience. We see opportunities to make owning an EV easier and creating a simple solution for at-home charging is among them."

The wall charger is currently available for sale at Chrysler.com. Clicking on the link directs the user to Amazon where they can purchase the charger and select a home installation option.

The cost of the charger is $599.99 and it is eligible for free shipping. Buyers can opt for a professional installation via Amazon for an extra $550 per unit.

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FCA's new giving and business initiative is called "Drive Forward".

Photo courtesy of FCA US LLC

A new initiative by Fiat Chrysler Automobiles called "Drive Forward" will allow customers to take advantage of low-cost financing, online vehicle purchasing, and several donations to aid the nation.

"We are all one community and we can help during these unprecedented times," said Olivier Francois, Chief Marketing Officer, FCA. "We want to both offer consumers support and assist them financially while we all work hand in hand toward better days. And we'll continue to explore additional opportunities as a company to help as we all navigate our way through this difficult time together."

FCA Brands - Fiat, Chrysler, Ram Trucks, Jeep, Alfa Romeo, Dodge

2020 Ram 1500

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Today, FCA launched a new Online Retail Experience (ORE). According to a release, "ORE is a digital retailing solution that allows customers to complete the entire vehicle purchase process online and from the comfort of their own homes. Not only can consumers purchase a vehicle off a dealer lot, they can conduct a vehicle trade-in, apply for credit, receive price and payment estimates and review service protection plan options."

Customers can explore the new shopping experience via the company's branded Chrysler, Dodge, Jeep, Ram Truck, Fiat, and Alpha Romeo websites. A local dealership works to finalize the sale and deliver the vehicle to the purchaser's home.

FCA is also offering well-qualified buyers zero percent financing for 84 months and no payments for 90 days on select FCA 2019 and 2020 models.

In March, the company announced that they would work to produce 1 million face masks per month to aid first responders and health care workers. Now, FCA has announced that it is donating 1 million meals to school children across North America as well.

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FCA converting plant to produce face masks, ups support for charities nationwide

FCA Is working to produce face masks for first responders and healthcare workers. Here, an employee works on a Jeep Wrangler at the company's Toldeo plant during a time of normal vehicle production.

Photo courtesy of FCA US LLC

Fiat Chrysler Automobiles (FCA) is continuing to support the first responders and communities that surround their plants. A series of announcements today confirmed those efforts and showcased new initiatives.

"There has never been a more important moment to help children and their families with vital needs in our communities than during this time of great uncertainty," said FCA CEO Mike Manley.

The company is in the process of converting a plant to produce face masks for donation to first responders and health care workers. So far, the machinery has been delivered and installed.

The face masks will be donated by FCA to police, EMTs, and firefighters, as well as to workers in hospitals and health care clinics. Supply and donation are forthcoming on a timeline of weeks not months.

Many sources are reporting that there is a worldwide shortage of masks, as well as respirators, ventilators, and various types of protective gear.

Additionally, FCA Is working with non-profit organizations to provide more than 1 million meals to provide school-age children in the communities around their key manufacturing plants in Illinois, Indiana, Michigan, and Ohio. There are plans for the program to be extended nationwide and onto Canada and Mexico.

Most children in the U.S. are out of school due to the coronavirus epidemic. No Kid Hungry, a charity that works to combat childhood hunger, estimates that over 234 million children in the U.S. alone are now at risk of going without meals as they rely on schools to provide meals.

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