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Chrysler: Better Technology to be Introduced Soon

Chrysler has followed up on speculation that it would be constantly implementing

Chrysler's new 300 AWD will be more efficient than the outgoing system, thanks to new on-demand technology. (Photo: Chrysler)

new features and technologies. The brand has opted to change its philosophy, which in the past involved waiting and saving such upgrades for the launch of brand new products, or heavy revisions.

In addition to the promise of 2 Mode Hybrids for Ram, Durango and Aspen, as well as a light duty-diesel, the big powertrain news pertains to a new all wheel drive system that will be featured on large LX-platform vehicles, including 300, Charger and Challenger. All LX cars, with the exception of the Challenger, can be had with all wheel drive; it's a conventional AWD system with a fixed power distribution which results in a disproportionate thirst for gasoline.

Chrysler's new solution is one that sees the front axle being disconnected for

Chrysler aims to put WiFi in its cars too. (Photo: Chrysler)

the majority of the driving time, providing fuel economy and performance equal to standard RWD cars. When wheel spin is detected, an electric motor that works in conjunction with the transfer case brings power and traction to the front wheels. Up to 38-percent of twist can be sent up front with virtually no penalty to be paid at the pumps.

Although it's yet to be confirmed, further down the road Chrysler is looking to fit its passenger vehicles with adaptive suspensions. One car being talked about for this treatment is Chrysler's 300C SRT8, with different settings for comfort and performance.

Charger and 300 models will also gain radar-based cruise control and a blind spot detection system that sounds very similar to Ford's new Cross Traffic Alert, while through its Mopar division, Chrysler is integrating high-speed wireless directly into its cars.

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