Chrysler’s EVs extend their range for a short tour of SoCal
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Considering that Chrysler has been in a bit of funk since splitting from Daimler, it’s good to report that the company has thrown itself into its work as a way of getting over the breakup. It has developed not one but three electric vehicles with ranges of 150 to 200 miles per charge. There’s a car for each of the brands under the corporate umbrella. There’s the family-friendly Chrysler Town & Country EV, the off-roading Jeep Wrangler EV and a Dodge EV sports car. It’s no coincidence that front-wheel, rear-wheel and all-wheel drive are also represented here.
And Southern Californians get to see them. Not just at the upcoming LA Auto Show, but in more relaxed settings this weekend (Nov. 15 and 16). It all kicks off Saturday morning, from 7 to 9 a.m., at the popular classic-car gathering ‘Cars and Coffee’ at 1 Premier Place, Irvine, 92618 (in the parking lot of the Ford Design Center). Then it’s on to the Huntington Beach Dodge dealership, 1655 Beach Boulevard, Huntington Beach, 92647, from noon to 3 p.m. On Sunday, the vehicles be at Big Valley Chrysler, Jeep, Dodge, 6110 Van Nuys Boulevard, Van Nuys, 91401, noon to 3 p.m.
At each venue, Chrysler EV tech types will be available to answer questions and provide more information. The company is making a special effort here because it recognizes California as an important market, especially where ‘green’ issues are concerned. So far, these are described as ‘production intent’ vehicles, making this weekend a chance to glimpse into the future or see what might have been.