Rebadged Chery A1 Headed To Mexica As Dodge

Chrysler and Chery will finally consummate their corporate marriage in Mexico when a version of the Dodge-badged Chery A1 goes on sale soon. The Chinese city car will be built at Chery's Wuhu plant and exported to Mexico.

Sales of the Dodge/Chery A1 in the States are expected sometime in 2009.

Tokyo 2007: Audi A1

Before its official debut at Tokyo Motor Show, Audi released the details on its newest ultra compact car concept. The Audi A1 concept car carrys similar design cues to some of the automaker's larger offerings.

Power comes from a 1.4-liter TSFI engine, making 150 HP and mated to an S-tronic dual-clutch gearbox. A 41 HP electric motor is mounted on the rear axle, able to produce 147 lb.-ft. of torque. This motor gives the A1, plug-in capability, allowing lithium-ion batteries to be charged and giving a 100 km range.

Audi also employs engine start/stop technology and brake energy regeneration, which the automaker claims decreases fuel consumption by 15-percent.

Gallery: Audi A1 Concept