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Chrysler Group Reveals Dodge Concept Vehicles on Both Sides of Atlantic, Hinting at Future Direction of the Dodge Brand by: Jenny McLane The introduction of two of Chrysler group's concept vehicles on opposite sides of the Atlantic hints how the Dodge Brand could expand into the global automotive market. At company press events in London and Chicago, the new Dodge Caliber and Dodge Nitro were unveiled to convey the brand's potential future direction. 'Today is a great day for Dodge,' said Dieter Zetsche, Chrysler Group President and CEO. 'These two new concepts suggest the global potential of the brand as it prepares to expand into world markets. While different in product expression, both Caliber and Nitro embody the bold, powerful and capable values of Dodge. Our international positioning for the brand and its future model lineup will be entirely consistent with these established core values.' The Dodge Caliber Concept Car Exhibited to a select group in London for the first time, the new Dodge Caliber Concept is a five-door vehicle that combines a sporty coupe-like profile with the strength, stance and functionality. The sheer surface styling commands attention and evokes the Dodge brand attributes. The Dodge Caliber concept will be revealed to the public at the 75th Salon de l'Automobile in Geneva, Switzerland. Simultaneously in the USA, the mid-size Dodge Nitro SUV concept was revealed at the Chicago Auto Show, providing even further proof of the brand's future potential. With a bold and powerful design statement, the five-passenger Nitro would be the first mid-size SUV for Dodge, designed to attract customers seeking style, performance and utility. The Dodge Nitro Concept Car 'We have a clear brand identity for Dodge. The brand is all about attitude ' it's bold, confident and assertive,' said Joe Eberhardt, Executive Vice President ' Global Sales, Marketing and Service. 'And we have established a strong and distinct identity for our new Dodge products. That's what allowed us to tease international markets with the introduction of the Dodge Viper SRT10 roadster last year and hint at where we can go in the years to come.' Speaking in London, Eberhardt said consumer research among '20
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