After earlier generations had the full-size diesel pickup segment to themselves, Ram now has to contend with rival offerings from Ford and Chevrolet.

The third-generation EcoDiesel engine, available for the first time across all Ram trims for 2020, including the off-road Rebel, produces 480 pound-feet of torque, a 14-per-cent increase from the previous engine. Horsepower increases eight per cent to 260 hp.

In 2015, the 360-hp R/T was the Durango's speediest model, but Dodge has since added more punch with a 475-hp SRT trim. The R/T edition is the segment's only rear-wheel-drive V-8 option.

There might come a day when the old-school sensibilities of the Challenger and Charger, both assembled in Brampton, Ont., are meshed with the modern era of electrified performance.

The June 24 moves show the continuing evolution of FCA CEO Mike Manley's management team, which has included returning some executives to brands and roles where they have prior experience. Canadian Jim Morrison said that as head of Jeep in North America he'll have to reconnect with the passionate Jeep community.

Tim Kuniskis, who shepherded Dodge amid the rollout of the high-powered Hellcat Chargers and Challengers, is again leading passenger car brands in North America for FCA US. Canadian Jim Morrison, who led the Ram brand in North America, slides over to head Jeep, where he'll be responsible for sales, marketing and strategic operations.

For now, the embattled U.S. sales chief and FCA Canada CEO, who has filed a whistleblower lawsuit in the United States, is focused on ensuring FCA and its dealers keep hitting their numbers each month, his lawyer said.

Reid Bigland, head of U.S. sales for Fiat Chrysler and the Ram brand and FCA Canada CEO, claims the company has retaliated against him for cooperating with a federal investigation into the company's sales reporting practices, and slashed his pay by approximately 90 per cent.

Dealers have been asking the social media giant for more details on how to use its various ad tools and better execute successful campaigns.

Fiat Chrysler Automobiles sees another opening in the midsize pickup segment that the rugged Jeep Gladiator can't fill. It will be up to Ram to close that hole.

For the 2020 Gladiator, Jeep is following the same pricing mantra as it does for the Wrangler: Versatility comes with a cost.

Fiat Chrysler Canada is recalling 2,239 Chrysler Pacifica minivans from the 2018 model year to fix a potential glitch with steering-system joints that could cause drivers to lose control.

Fiat Chrysler said fourth-quarter net profit rose 61 per cent to US$1.47 billion with revenue advancing six per cent to US$34.7 billion. 

Fiat Chrysler Automobiles plans to extend holiday downtime at two North American plants, including the Brampton, Ont., factory that builds the Chrysler 300, Dodge Challenger and Dodge Charger, as the automaker aligns production with demand.

While other boxy designs have come and gone — Scion xB, Nissan Cube, Honda Element — the Kia Soul has built longevity through loyalty.