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Chrysler LLC’s Dodge division will start the production of the all-new 2008 Dodge Ram 4500 and 5500 Chassis Cabs at the company’s Saltillo Assembly Plant in Saltillo, Mexico. These two new Dodge Ram models will add up to the production line at the plant, which also includes other Dodge Ram model variants like the the Dodge Ram Mega Cab, Dodge Ram Power Wagon, Dodge Ram Heavy Duty 2500 and 3500 models.

"A continuous showcase of advanced manufacturing capability and adaptability, the Saltillo facility is one of our most versatile plants and a great example of Chrysler’s flexible manufacturing ability. Even with the added complexities of commercial vehicle production, we’re not only able to adjust operations to better respond to customer needs, but we’re also better positioned to build a positive business case for new products and derivatives as each plant is able to maximize production capacity." said Frank Ewasyshyn, Executive Vice President - Manufacturing.

Chrysler invested about $48 million to support the production at the Saltillo Assembly Plant. This amount will add up to the previous investments last 2005 to produce the 2006 model of Dodge Ram Mega Cab. The Saltillo Assembly Plant now offers an additional 120,000 square-foot of expansion and includes 2,100 employees working on two shifts.

The all-new 2008 Dodge Ram 4500 and 5500 Chassis Cabs will be produced in the plant with four wheelbase measurements including 144, 168, 192 and 204 inches. All of these models will come in regular cab and Quad Cab configurations with two-wheel- drive and four wheel drive models. The plant will produce three model trim levels for the lines 2008 Dodge Ram 4500 and 5500 Chassis Cabs - ST, SLT and Laramie.

Mr. Ewasyshyn added:
"The all-new 2008 Dodge Ram 4500 and 5500 Chassis Cabs not only continue Dodge’s commercial vehicle expansion, but these powerful, capable work trucks fill yet another white space opportunity within the commercial vehicle market."

Watch out for these models when it rolls out in the market soon. Anyway, I wonder when will Acura launch the new Acura CL model equipped with high performance Acura CL fuel injectors.