{"version":"1.0.0","episode":{"title":"June 3rd, 2026 | Chrysler getting new SUVs from Fiat; how dealers can counter AI advice","url":"http://getcarcurious.com/episodes/june-3rd-2026-chrysler-getting-new-suvs-from-fiat-how-dealers-can-counter-ai-advice","audioUrl":"https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/www.buzzsprout.com/2447022/episodes/19289207-june-3rd-2026-chrysler-getting-new-suvs-from-fiat-how-dealers-can-counter-ai-advice.mp3","description":"Fiat unveils two new small SUVs, and Stellantis is planning to badge them as Chryslers in the U.S. General Motors has a new way of building cars starting with its revived Chevy Bolt EV. Plus, a Georgia Toyota dealership is developing a free white paper to help retailers respond when customers bring ChatGPT into the negotiation. "},"annotations":[{"startTime":0.0,"endTime":6.02,"type":"company","title":"Kelly Blue Book","url":"/glossary/kelly-bluebook","quote":"Dealers, need more used cars? Fast? 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If it’s higher, it can mean better pricing or better inventory sourcing."}},{"startTime":29.1,"endTime":41.5,"type":"car","title":"Chevy Bolt EV","url":"/cars/chevrolet/bolt-ev","image":"https://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/0/00/2017_Chevrolet_Bolt_EV_Premier_front_6.20.18.jpg","quote":"I'm a new way of building cars, starting with its revived Chevy Bolt EV. May's sales bounce was real, but smaller than expected.","canonicalId":"car:chevrolet:bolt ev","priority":0.75,"confidence":0.9,"source":"hybrid-fuzzy+gpt-5.4-nano","data":{"explanation":"The Chevrolet Bolt EV is an all-electric compact hatchback from General Motors (GM). In this segment, the host calls it “revived,” tying it to GM’s new manufacturing approach at the Fairfax plant.","simplifiedExplanation":"The Chevrolet Bolt EV is GM’s electric car. 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That can make production smoother and help the cars come out right the first time."}},{"startTime":89.3,"endTime":101.1,"type":"term","title":"first-time quality","url":"/glossary/first-time-quality","quote":"Plant director, Michael Youngs, says building the same vehicle back-to-back simplifies supplier scheduling, cuts paint shop downtime, and has meaningfully boosted first-time quality.","canonicalId":"term:first-time-quality","priority":0.55,"confidence":0.85,"source":"hybrid-fuzzy+gpt-5.4-nano","data":{"explanation":"First-time quality refers to how often a vehicle passes inspection without needing rework or repairs. The host says GM’s batch-building method has “meaningfully boosted first-time quality.”","simplifiedExplanation":"First-time quality means how often the car is correct the first time it’s checked. Higher first-time quality usually means less rework and fewer defects."}},{"startTime":106.94,"endTime":113.82,"type":"car","title":"Chevrolet Equinox","url":"/cars/chevrolet/equinox","image":"https://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/a/ad/Chevrolet_Equinox_Back_P4250865.jpg","quote":"...ays it plans to carry the method forward when the Equinox and a new Buick crossover arrive at Fairfax. More...","canonicalId":"car:chevrolet:equinox","priority":0.7,"source":"hybrid-fuzzy+gpt-5.4-nano","data":{"explanation":"The Chevrolet Equinox is a compact crossover SUV designed for everyday commuting and family use. It’s often discussed because it’s a high-volume model and can be tied to dealership or fleet plans when new inventory or product updates are coming. In the podcast context, it’s mentioned alongside a new Buick crossover arriving at a specific location, highlighting ongoing lineup expansion.","simplifiedExplanation":"The Chevrolet Equinox is a small SUV that’s meant for regular driving, like errands and family trips. It’s the kind of vehicle dealerships keep in stock because many people want a practical crossover. The podcast mentions it in connection with new arrivals at a dealership.","imageAttribution":"Wikimedia Commons / CC BY-SA 4.0"}},{"startTime":121.2,"endTime":136.5,"type":"term","title":"fleet driving","url":"/glossary/fleet-driving","quote":"Global data's preliminary report shows light vehicle sales rose just 0.6% to about one and a half million, with fleet driving most of that growth. 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It’s paired with the Grizzly as a vehicle that Stellantis plans to badge as a Chrysler in the U.S., with minor front-end differences for American buyers.","simplifiedExplanation":"The Fiat Grizzly Fastback is another new small SUV model. The episode says it will also be sold in the U.S. as a Chrysler, so it matters for dealers looking for fresh Chrysler products."}},{"startTime":171.4,"endTime":177.2,"type":"car","title":"Chrysler Arrow Cross","quote":"Stellantis showed both vehicles to analysts last month and plans to\nbadge them as Chrysler models in the US, called the Arrow and Arrow Cross.","canonicalId":"car:chrysler:arrow cross","priority":0.6,"confidence":0.85,"source":"hybrid-fuzzy+gpt-5.4-nano","data":{"explanation":"The Chrysler Arrow Cross is the second U.S. Chrysler-branded name Stellantis plans to apply to Fiat’s Grizzly lineup. Like the Arrow, it’s part of a badge-engineering strategy, so dealers should expect a Fiat-derived product with Chrysler positioning and some front-end differences.","simplifiedExplanation":"The Chrysler Arrow Cross is the other U.S. name for Fiat-based SUVs. The episode suggests it will be marketed as a Chrysler, even though it’s based on Fiat’s design and engineering."}},{"startTime":177.18,"endTime":181.8,"type":"car","title":"Chrysler New Chrysler","url":"/cars/chrysler/new-yorker","image":"https://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/f/fa/%2794_Chrysler_New_Yorker.jpg","quote":"... that means for dealers who've been clamoring for new Chrysler products is Vince Bonjr, who covers Stellantis an...","canonicalId":"car:chrysler:new yorker","priority":0.5,"source":"hybrid-fuzzy+gpt-5.4-nano","data":{"explanation":"The Chrysler New Yorker is a nameplate used by Chrysler for a larger, more traditional passenger car. In the podcast context, it’s tied to dealer interest in new Chrysler products, with discussion around leadership and what dealers can expect. That makes it relevant because nameplates like this often signal whether a brand is actively expanding or refreshing its lineup.","simplifiedExplanation":"The Chrysler New Yorker is a car model from Chrysler that’s meant to be a comfortable, larger passenger vehicle. The podcast mentions it because dealers are interested in what new Chrysler products will be available. It’s part of a discussion about the brand’s direction and offerings.","imageAttribution":"Bull-Doser (Public domain)"}},{"startTime":204.9,"endTime":213.6,"type":"term","title":"badge engineered","url":"/glossary/badge-engineered","quote":"But now they have these two. 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