or the next 12 weeks are needed because the OEM is in the midst of changing production to the 2026 Pacifica from the 2025 model. “These modifications are necessary as we complete the 2025 model year, build and prepare for the launch of the 2026 model year Chrysler Pacifica, Chrysler Voyager/Grand Caravan and Dodge Charger Daytona,” Stellantis spokesperson LouAnn Gosselin said. (multiple sources on May 6, 2025)...

News  Updated at: 2025/05/10

ted by Trinseo’s depolymerization facility is utilized in the Company’s ALTUGLAS and PLEXIGLAS R-Life product portfolios.  Through this new facility, Trinseo can produce rMMA that is comparable to virgin raw materials. This enables use in high-demand applications, such as vehicle taillights or caravan windows that require high optical quality.  Depolymerization is a chemical recycling process that returns acrylic solutions to the constituen...

News  Updated at: 2024/06/28

s from the afternoon of August 9, since international trading ships could not enter a port due to Typhoon Khanun. The operations will be resumed in the morning of August 10. Nissan Motor Kyushu manufactures car models such as the Serena, X-Trail, and Rogue, and Nissan Shatai Kyushu manufactures the Caravan and Patrol. (From an article in the Nikkan Jidosha Shimbun on August 10, 2023)Keyword: plant operating status...

News  Updated at: 2023/08/10

to be manufactured at the German VWCV plant in Hanover starting in 2024. For the first time, the concept van introduces plug-in hybrid technology, providing enhanced flexibility and comfort on the road.The company will showcase the California Concept, the future of their popular camper van, at the Caravan Salon trade fair in Düsseldorf, Germany on August 25, 2023, to September 3, 2023. Based on Volkswagen press release...

News  Updated at: 2023/08/04

Nissan to resume accepting orders for 3 car models with price revision Nissan Motor Co., Ltd. (Nissan) announced on April 10 that it will resume accepting orders for its “X-Trail”, “Kicks” and “AD” with a price revision. The price of the X-Trail will be raised by up to JPY 311,300. The price revision will also apply to the “Caravan” and “Elgrand”. Nissan stopped receiving orders for the X-Trail from October 2022, for the Kicks...

News  Updated at: 2023/04/11

Tokai Rika and Nissan develop in-vehicle child detection assistance system Tokai Rika Co., Ltd. (Tokai Rika) announced on March 24 that it has jointly developed an “in-vehicle child detection assistance system” with Nissan Motor Co., Ltd. (Nissan), which will be retrofitted into the Nissan “Caravan” and “Civilian” kindergarten buses from June 2023. The new system consists of components such as a controller that calls attention to the ...

News  Updated at: 2023/03/27

Nissan to release “in-vehicle child detection assistance system” in Japan in June 2023 Nissan Motor Co., Ltd. (Nissan) announced on March 17 that it will release a retrofitting “in-vehicle child detection assistance system” in June 2023. Nissan has developed the system for its “Caravan” and “Civilian” kindergarten buses. Nissan’s sales companies will be responsible for the installation of the system. The in-vehicle child detecti...

News  Updated at: 2023/03/20

MAN premiers "Affinity M" premium motorhome at Caravan Salon On August 31, MAN Truck & Bus and caravan and motorhome manufacturer Affinity announced the "Affinity M" for the first time at the Caravan Salon in Düsseldorf. It is based on the MAN TGE, whose body has been modified for an optimal camping experience. Affinity is the Polish subsidiary of the Swedish caravan and motorhome manufacturer KABE AB. The driving comfort of the 6.12-meter-long,...

News  Updated at: 2022/09/02

Mercedes Benz to present T Class with Marco Polo Module at Caravan Salon On August 25, Mercedes Benz announced that it is adding a new entry-level model to its Marco Polo family. In addition to the popular Marco Polo camper van based on the V‑Class midsize van, the portfolio will in the future include a flexible, easily installable, and removable camping module, available ex-factory for the new small vans, including the new T‑Class. The so-ca...

News  Updated at: 2022/08/26

Stellantis presents electric campervan based on Opel Zafira e-Life On August 25, Stellantis announced that an electric van based on Opel Zafira e-Life will be on display at this year's Caravan Salon in Düsseldorf from August 26 to September 4. Urban camper specialists Crosscamp will also present the prototype of a battery-electric Crosscamp Flex based on the Zafira-e Life. The 75-kWh lithium-ion traction battery (located under the floor to save ...

News  Updated at: 2022/08/25

HELLA to show its illuminated radiator grille emblem prototype for first time at Caravan Salon 2022 in Düsseldorf Hella GmbH & Co. KGaA (HELLA), which operates under the FORVIA umbrella brand, announced that it will present the prototype of an illuminated radiator grille emblem for the first time at Caravan Salon 2022 from August 24 to September 4, in Düsseldorf, Germany. HELLA offers vehicle manufacturers individualized, illuminated logos for ...

News  Updated at: 2022/08/09

r bus – the Magna 13.5m sleeper coach for intercity and luxury travel. Alternate-fuel-powered vehicles at the exhibition included the Ultra Electric 9/9 bus specially designed for staff transportation, Starbus Long Range CNG, and LPO 10.2 CNG AC school bus.The display also features a customizable Caravan with modern facilities that is ideal for luxurious leisure travel. The iconic Winger 9S and Magic Express, ideal for last-mile passenger trans...

News  Updated at: 2022/08/08

ttery plant in Windsor.Currently at the Brampton Assembly Plant, 2,869 hourly and 176 salaried workers build the Chrysler 300, Dodge Charger, and Dodge Challenger on two shifts.At the Windsor Assembly Plant, 3,942 hourly and 181 salaried employees build the Chrysler Pacifica, Pacifica Hybrid, Grand Caravan and Voyager minivans on two shifts.(multiple sources on July 26, 2022)...

News  Updated at: 2022/07/28

Stellantis to present “family for families” strategy in Caravan Salon in Düsseldorf On July 25, Stellantis announced that it will participate in the 61st edition of Caravan Salon the most important trade fair for leisure vehicles in Europe, that is taking place in Düsseldorf from August 26 to September 4, 2022.The Stellantis stand at the German show covers 500 meters square in hall 16 (D42) with a multi-brand location, including Fiat Profe...

News  Updated at: 2022/07/26

d the number as being 40 minimum.The Warren Stamping Plant currently employs 1,486 people, 1,311 hourly and 175 salaried.Warren Stamping produces stampings and assemblies, including hoods, roofs, liftgates, fenders and floor pans, for the Dodge Durango, Chrysler Pacifica and Voyager, Chrysler Grand Caravan in Canada, Jeep Cherokee and Grand Cherokee and Ram light and heavy duty trucks.(Detroit Free Press article on July 20, 2022)Keyword: plant op...

News  Updated at: 2022/07/23

hold commitments from its 2020 contract with the Unifor labor union, which calls for a USD 1.13 billion investment into the plant by 2024 for a new platform that supports electrified vehicles, which Unifor says should return the plant to three shifts.The third shift was halted after the Dodge Grand Caravan was discontinued in 2020.In March, Stellantis announced it is investing USD 4.1 billion along with LG Energy Solution for a gigafactory to sup...

News  Updated at: 2022/04/30

s, said the sources, who also said that construction of the plant is due to begin next quarter, with production to begin in early 2024.It is expected that the site will be in the Windsor-Essex County area.Stellantis currently assembles the Chrysler Pacifica, Chrysler Pacifica Hybrid, Chrysler Grand Caravan and Chrysler Voyager at its Windsor Assembly Plant located in Windsor.In October 2021, Stellantis and LG Energy announced that they were plann...

News  Updated at: 2022/03/19

esulted in an increase in management costs. By narrowing down the combination to the best-selling models and equipment, costs will be reduced and price increases due to the installation of advanced safety equipment, for example, will be minimized. Nissan will start the new system beginning with its Caravan, a diesel-powered model that will undergo a minor change in late April. Up to now, there have been certain models in which the number of possi...

News  Updated at: 2022/03/16

Nissan to release partially redesigned Caravan equipped with Mitsubishi Motors’ diesel engine Nissan Motor Co., Ltd. (Nissan) announced that it will release the partially redesigned diesel version of its Caravan in Japan at the end of April. Nissan has adopted Mitsubishi Motors Corporation’s (Mitsubishi Motors’) diesel engine for the new Caravan diesel vehicle, and enhanced exhaust performance and fuel efficiency by combining urea selective...

News  Updated at: 2022/03/02

ctors.The plants, which will be down the weeks of September 13 and September 20, were previously idled August 30 and September 6 for the same reason. Both factories have had significant downtime throughout 2021. Windsor Assembly builds the Chrysler Pacifica, Chrysler Pacifica Hybrid, Chrysler Grand Caravan in Canada and Chrysler Voyager for the U.S. market.The Windsor plant resumed regular output with two shifts on July 5, after being idle nearly...

News  Updated at: 2021/09/10