Chrysler news

It is expected that the technology, which shuts off the engine when the vehicle is stopped and starts it back up when the brake pedal is released, will improve fuel economy by about five percent. Hybrid vehicles are equipped with similar systems, including GM’s “mild hybrids.” Stop/start technology is also currently in use on conventional engines in Europe by both BMW and Smart.

Klegon also mentioned that Chrysler has plans to place the two-mode hybrid system, which debuted last week at the LA auto show in the form of the Chrysler Aspen and Dodge Durango Hybrids, into more vehicles. To us, more two-mode hybrid vehicles — especially cars — would be a welcome development for the automaker that can’t come soon enough.