01-24-2006, 11:44 PM
I don't think Chrysler got lucky at all. All of its recent successes have been a result of outstanding design, good content, and correct pricing. Really, of all the mass market manufacturers (lets say GM, Toyota, Ford,Daimler Chrysler, Honda, Nissan, Hyundai) I think Chrysler has had the best new designs for the last 5 years or so.
However, as you pointed out, a significant challenge in the future for them will be how oil prices affect them. They have yet to jump on the hybrid train and they're not really pushing for fuel efficiency in their lineup. Maybe they're putting all their money into fuel cells but if they're not they could be headed for disaster 10-20 years down the line.
But Chrysler has been under the gun before and made it out alive so I wouldn't bet against them. However, I wouldn't be surprised to see Honda and/or Nissan pass them up in the next 5 to 10.
However, as you pointed out, a significant challenge in the future for them will be how oil prices affect them. They have yet to jump on the hybrid train and they're not really pushing for fuel efficiency in their lineup. Maybe they're putting all their money into fuel cells but if they're not they could be headed for disaster 10-20 years down the line.
But Chrysler has been under the gun before and made it out alive so I wouldn't bet against them. However, I wouldn't be surprised to see Honda and/or Nissan pass them up in the next 5 to 10.
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Past: 2018 Honda Civic Type-R, 2015 Yamaha R1, 2009 BMW M3, 2013 Aprilia RSV4R, 2006 Honda Ridgeline, 2006 Porsche Cayman S, 2012 Ducati 1199, 2009 Subaru WRX, 2008 CBR1000RR, 2009 Kawasaki ZX-6R, 2000 Toyota Tundra, 2005 Honda CBR600RR, 1996 Acura Integra GS-R, 1996 Acura Integra GS-R, 1997 Honda Civic EX
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