Chrysler Turns 100! Chrysler Brand Shares 1,500-plus 100th Birthday Group Photo Honoring Employees, Announces Century of Innovation Summer Celebration Events As It Looks to Next 100 Years

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Chrysler celebrates its 100th anniversary with over 1,500 Stellantis employees gathering for a commemorative group photo at the Chrysler Technology Center. The celebration includes dedicating a time capsule replica of Walter P. Chrysler's toolbox filled with historic memorabilia. CEO Chris Feuell announced summer celebration events including the Carlisle Chrysler Nationals and Woodward Cruise. The brand launched a seven-part Century of Innovation social media series and a special merchandise line. Looking ahead, Chrysler plans to release a refreshed Pacifica in 2026, a new crossover, and a third product inspired by the Halcyon concept. The Pacifica continues to lead the minivan segment with its plug-in hybrid achieving 82 MPGe. The company will also celebrate the 20th anniversary of Stow 'n Go seating and reintroduce the Chrysler Voyager to its lineup.

Positive

• Planned product expansion with refreshed Pacifica in 2026, new crossover, and Halcyon-inspired vehicle
• Pacifica maintains segment leadership with strong hybrid performance (82 MPGe, 32-mile electric range)
• Return of budget-friendly Voyager model to expand market reach
• Strong brand heritage and recognition reaching 100-year milestone

Negative

• Limited current product portfolio primarily focused on minivan segment
• Significant gap until next new product launch in 2026

AUBURN HILLS, Mich., June 6, 2025 /PRNewswire/ --

• More than 1,500 Stellantis employees come together for a group birthday photo at the Chrysler Technology Center campus, honoring those who have made 100 years of Chrysler possible
• Group photo participants also help commemorate the Chrysler Century of Innovation with the dedication of a unique time-capsule replica of Walter P. Chrysler's toolbox
• The replica toolbox time capsule is encased with memorabilia and artifacts, including historic Chrysler brand and vehicle badges, brochures, merchandise, vehicle sketches and a clever nod to Walter P. Chrysler
• Toolbox time capsule also includes a list of names of those participating in the group photo, as well as letter from Chrysler Brand CEO Chris Feuell to future employees and customers
• Chrysler announces summer 100th celebration activities at enthusiast events, including the Carlisle Chrysler Nationals car show in Pennsylvania and Woodward Cruise in Metro Detroit
• Chrysler's seven-part Century of Innovation social media video series takes an in-depth look at trailblazers, iconic vehicles, groundbreaking concepts, technological innovations and historic moments from Chrysler's 100 years
• Full-length videos featured on Chrysler brand and Stellantis North America YouTube channels, with shortened versions on Chrysler brand's (Instagram) and Stellantis North America's (Facebook/Instagram/X/LinkedIn) social media channels 
• Chrysler Century of Innovation sales event also kicks off in June to mark the brand's 100 years of automotive innovation
• Chrysler 100th anniversary line of branded merchandise, including apparel and gifts, available at collection.Chrysler.com.
• For more information on the Chrysler Century of Innovation celebration, visit Chrysler.com.

Chrysler officially turns 100 today, June 6, 2025, and the brand is celebrating by recognizing the people who have powered its path to the century mark — a rare accomplishment for any brand or company. More than 1,500 employees came together at the Chrysler Technology Center campus in Auburn Hills, Michigan, on Thursday, June 5 to participate in a special group "birthday" photo honoring the thousands who have worked over the decades to make 100 years of Chrysler possible.

"Chrysler held a pivotal role in shaping both the automotive industry and American culture, standing as a symbol of innovation, resilience and breakthrough design for 100 years," said Chris Feuell, Chrysler brand CEO. "From the revolutionary, powerful HEMI® V-8 engine to inventing the minivan and introducing innovations like Stow 'n Go seating, Chrysler has consistently pushed boundaries. As one of the original Big Three, we've helped drive industrial growth and have left an indelible mark with vehicles like the Chrysler 300. But Chrysler is more than a brand—it's a legacy built by generations of passionate employees, and we're proud to celebrate their contributions as we look ahead to an exciting new era for the next century."

Employees at the June 5 event also received a commemorative Chrysler T-shirt and birthday cupcake, and helped commemorate the Chrysler Century of Innovation with the dedication of a unique time capsule, a replica of the toolbox Walter P. Chrysler used early in his career.

The iconic toolbox, which held more than 60 tools and reflects Chrysler's precision as a machinist, is a cherished family heirloom once displayed atop the Chrysler Building in New York City. Encased in the replica toolbox time capsule are rare memorabilia and artifacts, including historic Chrysler brand and vehicle badges showcasing the evolution of the brand and specialty vehicle launches, as well as historic brochures, merchandise, vehicle sketches and a clever nod to Walter P. Chrysler.

A list of names of those participating in the group photo was also included in the time capsule, as well as a letter from Chrysler brand CEO Feuell to future employees and customers.

Summer Century of Innovation Celebration
Chrysler is also announcing plans this summer to reach out and recognize the owners and enthusiasts who have supported the brand for decades, starting with the first Chrysler-branded vehicle, the 1924 Chrysler Six, and today's segment-leading 2025 Chrysler Pacifica. The brand will travel this summer with special displays and activations at popular automotive enthusiast events, including:

• Carlisle Chrysler Nationals, July 11-13, 2025, in Carlisle, Pennsylvania, featuring nearly 3,000 vehicles from all eras of Chrysler and Mopar vehicles
• Woodward Cruise, the world's biggest car cruise, taking place on Woodward Avenue in Metro Detroit on August 16, 2025

More details on Chrysler brand activities at Carlisle and Woodward will be shared later this summer.

Chrysler is also rolling out a seven-part Century of Innovation social media video series that takes an in-depth look at the trailblazers, iconic vehicles, groundbreaking concepts, technological innovations and historic moments from Chrysler's 100 years. The newest video in the series debuting earlier this week, "Automotive Legend: Walter P. Chrysler," provides an in-depth look at the man who founded Chrysler 100 years ago, his impact on automotive innovation and how his legacy lives on today a century later.

New videos in the series will be rolled out on the Chrysler brand's (Instagram) and Stellantis North America (Facebook/Instagram/X/LinkedIn) social media channels. "Automotive Legend: Walter P. Chrysler " is the third video in the series; previous videos include:

• "Chrysler Century of Innovation," featuring Chrysler CEO Feuell reflecting on Chrysler's 100-year legacy and Chrysler's vision of the future
• "Chrysler Through the Decades," with Chrysler Historian Brandt Rosenbusch taking a decade-by-decade look at key moments from a century of Chrysler.

Full-length versions of all videos can be viewed on the Chrysler brand and Stellantis North America YouTube channels.

A Chrysler Century of Innovation sales event also kicks off in June to mark the brand's 100 years of automotive innovation, and Chrysler is also featuring a 100th anniversary line of branded merchandise, including apparel and gifts, at collection.Chrysler.com.

For more information on the Chrysler Century of Innovation celebration, visit Chrysler.com.

Chrysler Brand
Chrysler marks its 100th anniversary in 2025, honoring Walter P. Chrysler's legacy of innovation, engineering excellence and beautiful, affordable designs. As the brand celebrates this milestone, the future looks bright with exciting new releases: a refreshed Chrysler Pacifica in 2026, a new crossover soon after and a third product inspired by the Halcyon concept.

The Chrysler Pacifica, the most awarded minivan ever, continues to lead the segment it created more than 40 years ago. The Pacifica Plug-in Hybrid, the first electrified minivan in its class, achieves 82 MPGe, with an all-electric range of 32 miles and a total range of 520 miles. With class-leading safety features and available all-wheel drive, Pacifica is designed for modern families. Chrysler will also celebrate the 20th anniversary of its exclusive Stow 'n Go seating and storage system in 2025, as well as the return of the budget-friendly Chrysler Voyager to the lineup.

Chrysler is part of the portfolio of brands offered by leading global automaker and mobility provider Stellantis. For more information regarding Stellantis (NYSE: STLA), please visit www.stellantis.com.

Follow Chrysler and company news and video on:
Company blog: http://blog.stellantisnorthamerica.com
Media website: http://media.stellantisnorthamerica.com
Chrysler brand: www.chrysler.com
Facebook: www.facebook.com/chrysler
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chrysler
X (Twitter): www.twitter.com/chrysler or @StellantisNA
YouTube: www.youtube.com/chrysler or https://www.youtube.com/StellantisNA

Stellantis North America
Stellantis (NYSE: STLA) is a leading global automaker, dedicated to giving its customers the freedom to choose the way they move, embracing the latest technologies and creating value for all its stakeholders. Its unique portfolio of iconic and innovative brands includes Chrysler, Dodge//SRT, Jeep®, Ram, Alfa Romeo, FIAT and Maserati. In 2025, the company celebrates 100 years of influencing culture and contributing to the history of the automotive industry in the U.S. and Canada. For more information, visit www.stellantis.com.

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Company blog: http://blog.stellantisnorthamerica.com
Media website: http://media.stellantisnorthamerica.com
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/Stellantis
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/StellantisNA
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/stellantisna
X: @StellantisNA
YouTube: http://youtube.com/StellantisNA 

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FAQ

What new vehicles is Chrysler (STLA) planning to launch after its 100th anniversary?

Chrysler plans to launch a refreshed Pacifica in 2026, followed by a new crossover, and a third product inspired by the Halcyon concept.

What is the current performance of the Chrysler Pacifica Plug-in Hybrid?

The Pacifica Plug-in Hybrid achieves 82 MPGe with an all-electric range of 32 miles and a total range of 520 miles.

What special events is Chrysler organizing for its 100th anniversary celebration?

Chrysler is organizing events at the Carlisle Chrysler Nationals (July 11-13, 2025) and Woodward Cruise (August 16, 2025), along with a Century of Innovation social media series and special merchandise line.

Is Chrysler bringing back the Voyager model to its lineup?

Yes, Chrysler announced the return of the budget-friendly Voyager model to its lineup.

What is included in Chrysler's 100th anniversary time capsule?

The time capsule includes historic Chrysler brand badges, brochures, merchandise, vehicle sketches, a list of photo participants' names, and a letter from CEO Chris Feuell.