News that will give any workaholic the best day ever, Chrysler announced that it will now be offering a Wi-Fi upgrade package to its 2009 edition vehicles. Now purchasers of the 20 available models (including Dodge and Jeep) will be able to browse their MySpace, check their Facebook, or search YouTube videos.
Too bad this was not available 2 years ago when I bought a 300 Limited. One has to wonder if the option will help increase sales which no doubt have fallen since gas prices have hit record highs. Will it be enough to sell a few more units, well enough to make a difference?
This new option will be available for a monthly fee ranging from $17-$70.
The company will really have to push this as a necessity or benefit with today’s technology, with almost every electronic hand held device Wi-Fi/Internet capable. With the possible target demographic probably having Internet access via their smart phones the jump to buying a car with Internet may be a stretch.
The idea to bring this type of technology to the consumer’s automobile is a novel idea and will hopefully prove to be successful for Chrysler….Start saving now the 2009 models are coming!
Information provided by: CNET
Thursday, June 26, 2008
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