Chrysler 2010 Annual Report Download - page 33

REPORT ON
OPERATIONS
KEY EVENTS
IN 2010
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KEY EVENTS IN 2010
JANUARY
In France, prestigious weekly L’Argus de l’Automobile names EcoDaily
“Utilitarie de l’Année 2010”.
American Society of Agricultural and Biological Engineers (ASABE) awards
seven of the prestigious AE50 innovation awards to New Holland Agriculture
and three to Case IH.
Case IH adds Farmall® A Series models to its Farmall tractor range.
FEBRUARY
CNH brands unveil strategies to meet Tier 4 emissions standards.
New Holland Agriculture wins six innovation awards at FIMA fair
in Zaragoza (Spain) and two prestigious GOOD DESIGN™ awards in
Chicago (USA).
Inauguration of spare parts distribution center in Portland to serve more
than 140 New Holland, Case IH, and Case Construction equipment
dealers in Pacific Northwest (USA).
MARCH
Following preliminary agreement signed in October 2009, CNH and OJSC
KAMAZ finalize joint venture agreement for production of agricultural and
construction equipment in the Russian Federation.
JANUARY
Release of the new Fiat Doblò (both passenger and
Cargo versions), a true “family space” vehicle offering
best in category in safety, economy and environmental
performance. Also launched, the 2010 model year Bravo
with content and style enhancements.
FEBRUARY
Fiat SpA receives Sector Mover and Gold Class
distinctions from SAM, the sustainability-focused
investment group that evaluates the 2,500 largest quoted
companies for entry in Dow Jones Sustainability indexes.
In 2009, Fiat has best improvement in sustainability
performance in Automobiles sector (SAM Sector Mover) scoring less than 5% below
sector leader (SAM Gold Class).
MARCH
Fiat Group Automobiles SpA and Chrysler Group
LLC take additional step towards integration of their
distribution activities in Europe. From April 2010, FGA to
commence commercial activity in support of sales and
service activities for Chrysler, Jeep® and Dodge brand products in several European
countries.