AUBURN HILLS, Mich.,
Aug. 16, 2018 /PRNewswire/ --
- Ohio plant will build critical
Power Electronics module for Jeep® Wrangler PHEV
- Company will bring in new work, advanced technology to
54-year-old plant
- Wrangler PHEV to launch in 2020; one of more than 30 nameplates
with electrified solutions by 2022
FCA US announced today that it
has awarded the production of the Power Electronics module for the
Jeep® Wrangler PHEV (plug-in hybrid electric vehicle) to its
Toledo Machining Plant, positioning the 54-year-old Ohio facility to play a key role in helping
the Company meet future regulatory requirements.
As part of the Capital Markets Day presentation on June 1, 2018, FCA committed to expanding its
electrified propulsion systems in global architectures spanning the
full range of vehicle segments. The Jeep Wrangler PHEV, which is
expected to launch in 2020, will be one of more than 30 vehicle
nameplates with electrified solutions by 2022.
"The insourcing of this highly advanced work to Toledo Machining
is a reflection of the commitment the workforce has made to
improving their processes through the implementation of World Class
Manufacturing," said Brian Harlow,
Head of Manufacturing, FCA North America. "As the most iconic of
the Jeep nameplates, it is critical that we flawlessly execute the
launch of the Wrangler PHEV. The Toledo Machining employees have
made a strong business case as to why we should put our faith in
them to deliver a great product."
The Power Electronics module for the Wrangler houses two key
electrified powertrain components - the Power Inverter Module and
the Integrated Dual Charger Module, which consists of the On Board
Charger and the DC/DC Converter. The Power Electronics module is
packaged in a protective structure under the vehicle between the
exhaust and the prop shaft. Toledo Machining will assemble the
sub-systems for the module, upload the applicable software for the
Power Inverter Module, and also conduct final testing on the
coolant and electrical systems. Finished modules will be delivered
to the Toledo Assembly Complex where the Wrangler PHEV will be
assembled.
Nearly 850 Toledo Machining employees currently produce steering
columns and torque converters for a number of FCA production
locations in the U.S., Canada and
Mexico.
About Toledo Machining
Construction of the Perrysburg,
Ohio, facility began in 1964 with production following two
years later in 1966. Since 2011, the Company has invested nearly
$92 million to produce steering
columns, and torque converters for the eight-speed
rear-wheel-drive and nine-speed front-wheel-drive transmissions in
the 1.2-million-square-foot plant.
Toledo Machining was awarded silver status for its results
in implementing World Class Manufacturing (WCM) in June
2018. WCM is a methodology that focuses on eliminating
waste, increasing productivity, and improving quality and safety in
a systematic and organized way. It engages the workforce to
provide and implement suggestions on how to improve their jobs and
their plants. Toledo Machining was awarded bronze status
in September 2016.
About FCA US LLC
FCA US LLC is a North American automaker based in Auburn Hills, Michigan. It designs,
manufactures, and sells or distributes vehicles under the Chrysler,
Dodge, Jeep®, Ram, FIAT and Alfa Romeo brands, as well as the SRT
performance designation. The Company also distributes Mopar and
Alfa Romeo parts and accessories. FCA
US is building upon the historic foundations of Chrysler
Corp., established in 1925 by industry visionary Walter P. Chrysler and Fabbrica Italiana
Automobili Torino (F.I.A.T.), founded in Italy in 1899 by pioneering entrepreneurs,
including Giovanni Agnelli.
FCA US is a member of the Fiat
Chrysler Automobiles N.V. (FCA) family of companies. (NYSE: FCAU/
MTA: FCA).
FCA is an international automotive group listed on the New
York Stock Exchange under the symbol "FCAU" and on the Mercato
Telematico Azionario under the symbol "FCA."
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