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24 - The Oakville Beaver, Wednesday September 10, 2008 www.oakvillebeaver.com Chrysler begins production of new Hybrid Electric Vehicles Chrysler's Hybrid Electric Vehicles (HEVs) have started rolling off the assembly line at its Newark (Delaware) Assembly Plant. Chrysler is offering the two-mode hybrid powertrain on both vehicles built at the plant, Dodge Durango and Chrysler Aspen. In order to smoothly add one of the automotive industry's most advanced technologies into their established build process, cross-functional launch teams conducted highly accurate, cost-effective computer simulation of new assembly processes. Similar efforts were conducted at tooling suppliers. Production of vehicles with the hybrid powertrain differs in several ways from production of those with conventional powertrains. New processes were implemented to accommodate HEV production, including a unique powertrain assembly process, and ergonomic-assist systems to aid in new functions, such as HEV battery installation. There are several unique components associated with HEV production that are installed at the plant, including: 300-volt battery, two-mode transmission, torque power inverter module (TPIM), electric air conditioning, auxiliary power module, high-voltage cables (AC and DC), hydro-electric power steering pump, hybrid gate way module and cooling module Chrysler's advanced, state-of-the-art two-mode full hybrid system integrates proven automatic-transmission technology with a patented hybrid-electric drive system to deliver the world's first two-mode full hybrid. The two-mode hybrid provides all of the fuel-saving benefits of a full-hybrid system, including electric-only operation. In this mode, the engine is "shut off," with the vehicle moving under electric-only power at low speed. The result is a significant reduction in fuel consumption in heavy stopand-go traffic. The second mode is used primarily at highway speeds. In addition to electric assist, the second mode provides full power from engine when conditions demand it, such as when passing, pulling a trailer or climbing a steep grade. An ergonomic arm assists assembly line employees with the installation of the 300-volt battery essential to the Chrysler two-mode hybrid electric vehicle. This battery rests under the second-row passenger seat. Volkswagen's all-new clean diesel is right for the times available in Canada Volkswagen has announced that its all-new, and highly anticipated 50-state compliant clean diesel Jetta TDI sedan and SportWagen will also be available across Canada. The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency estimates the Jetta TDI at 29 mpg city and 40 mpg highway. The Jetta TDIs come standard with Volkswagen's Prevent and Preserve Safety System, consisting of numerous standard safety features. Jetta TDIs include six airbags, with optional rear side airbags, and like all 2009 model year Volkswagens, Jetta TDIs also feature standard Electronic Stabilization Program (ESP) for added safety. Also standard for 2009 is Volkswagen's carefree maintenance program, with this program there are no charges for the scheduled maintenance described in the vehicle's maintenance booklet for the length of the New Vehicle Limited Warranty -- three years or 36,000 miles, whichever occurs first. Recently Volkswagen announced U.S. pricing for their Jetta TDI sedan and SportWagen would start at (US)$21,990 and (US)$23,590, respectively. Canadian prices are expected to be announced shortly. Volkswagen's all-new clean diesel Jetta TDI is now available in all 50 U.S. states and will also be sold across Canada.