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Chrysler

Chrysler is an American automotive brand and former automaker founded by Walter P.

Updated July 27, 20261 min readCited sources

Chrysler is an American automotive brand founded in 1925 by Walter P. Chrysler. It is now part of Stellantis and best known for minivans and a history of engineering innovation.

What it is

Chrysler is a historic U.S. automaker and brand within Stellantis North America. Founded on June 6, 1925, from the assets of Maxwell Motor Company, it has long been associated with higher-end mainstream vehicles and innovation. Its headquarters are in Auburn Hills, Michigan.

Key details

Chrysler’s current production lineup focuses on the Pacifica and Voyager minivans. The brand has undergone multiple ownership changes, including DaimlerChrysler and Fiat Chrysler Automobiles, before becoming part of Stellantis in 2021. It remains one of the Detroit Big Three automakers.

Why it matters

Chrysler has a significant Canadian connection through Stellantis Canada and a long history of vehicles sold and manufactured in Canada, including minivans and other mainstream models. The brand’s legacy of innovation and its role in the North American automotive industry continue to influence the market.

In short

  • Founded in 1925 by Walter P. Chrysler.
  • Now a brand within Stellantis North America.
  • Best known for Pacifica and Voyager minivans.
  • Headquartered in Auburn Hills, Michigan.
Canadian angle

Chrysler has a significant Canadian connection through Stellantis Canada and the long history of Chrysler vehicles sold and manufactured in Canada, including minivans and other mainstream models.

Quick questions

What is Chrysler known for?
Chrysler is known for being a historic U.S. automaker, engineering innovation, and vehicles like the Pacifica minivan and earlier luxury-oriented sedans.
Who owns Chrysler?
Chrysler is owned by Stellantis North America, part of the multinational automaker Stellantis.
Is Chrysler still in business?
Yes, Chrysler still operates as a brand within Stellantis and continues to sell vehicles.

Sources

  1. Britannica — https://www.britannica.com/money/Chrysler
    Supports: Chrysler’s ownership history, incorporation date, and status within Stellantis.
  2. The Detroit Historical Society — https://www.detroithistorical.org/learn/online-research/encyclopedia-of-detroit/chrysler-corporation
    Supports: Founding by Walter P. Chrysler, June 6, 1925, and headquarters in Auburn Hills.
  3. Wikipedia — https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Chrysler_(brand)
    Supports: Current brand lineup including Pacifica and Voyager and ownership by Stellantis North America.
  4. Wikipedia — https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Chrysler
    Supports: Headquarters location and former corporate name Chrysler Corporation.