Special Report: Winter Driving Technology

2007 Dodge Caliber Available Winter Driving Technology

  • All-wheel drive
  • Electronic Stability Program (ESP)
  • All-speed traction control
  • Anti-lock brake system (ABS)
  • All-season tires
  • Heated seats
Aspen, Colo. January 31, 2006 -

All-Wheel-Drive System: Electromagnetic coupling works on demand, driving only the front wheels until power to the rear wheels is needed. All-wheel drive is also used on dry pavement between speeds of 25 and 65 mph to enhance handling during performance driving. The system provides added traction in the snow, ice and other low-traction surfaces automatically and seamlessly without having to be switched on and off.

Electronic Stability Program (ESP): Electronic Stability Program enhances driver control and helps maintain directional stability under all conditions. It provides the greatest benefit in critical driving situations such as turns and emergency lane changes, and is especially valuable when driving on mixed surface conditions such as snow, ice or gravel. If there's a discernible difference between what the driver asks through the steering and the vehicle's path, ESP applies selective braking and throttle input to put the vehicle back onto the driver's intended path. (late availability)

All-speed Traction Control System: Senses drive-wheel slip and applies individual brakes to the slipping wheel(s) and can reduce excess engine power until traction is regained.

Anti-lock Brake System (ABS): Senses and prevents wheel lockup, offering improved steering control under extreme braking and/or slippery conditions.

All-season Tires: Provide enhanced traction in a variety of conditions including rain, snow and ice.

All-Wheel-Drive System:  Electromagnetic coupling works on demand, driving only the front wheels until power to the rear wheels is needed.  All-wheel drive is also used on dry pavement between speeds of 25 and 65 mph to enhance handling during performance driving.  The system provides added traction in the snow, ice and other low-traction surfaces automatically and seamlessly without having to be switched on and off.

Electronic Stability Program (ESP): Electronic Stability Program enhances driver control and helps maintain directional stability under all conditions. It provides the greatest benefit in critical driving situations such as turns and emergency lane changes, and is especially valuable when driving on mixed surface conditions such as snow, ice or gravel.  If there’s a discernible difference between what the driver asks through the steering and the vehicle’s path, ESP applies selective braking and throttle input to put the vehicle back onto the driver’s intended path. (late availability)

All-Speed Traction Control System:  Senses drive-wheel slip and applies individual brakes to the slipping wheel(s) and can reduce excess engine power until traction is regained.

Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS):  Senses and prevents wheel lockup, offering improved steering control under extreme braking and/or slippery conditions.

All-Season Tires:  Provide enhanced traction in a variety of conditions including rain, snow and ice.

MOPAR® Winter Accessories Available:

  • Engine-block heater
  • Remote start
  • Roof-top six-pair ski carrier
  • Slush mats
  • Splash guards
  • Engine-block heater
  • Remote start
  • Roof-top six-pair ski carrier
  • Slush mats
  • Splash guards

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