Chrysler 300 Retrospective: New Chrysler Century of Innovation Video Series Highlights the History of the Legendary Sedan
'The Chrysler 300 Retrospective' is the fifth episode in the seven-part Century of Innovation social media video series marking 100 years of the Chrysler brand
In newest episode, Stellantis Chief Design Officer Ralph Gilles reflects on the evolution of the Chrysler 300, from its innovative 1950s muscle car roots to the iconic 2005 Chrysler 300C and beyond
Full-length versions of the first five videos in series available for viewing on Chrysler brand and Stellantis North America YouTube channels
For more information on the Chrysler Century of Innovation celebration, visit Chrysler.com
The next chapter of the seven-part Chrysler Century of Innovation social media video series is now live. In the new episode, titled 'The Chrysler 300 Retrospective,' Stellantis Chief Design Officer Ralph Gilles reflects on the evolution of the Chrysler 300, including its innovative 1950s roots as the original 'banker's hot rod' and the iconic 2005 Chrysler 300C that he and his team designed, as well as the cultural impact of this legendary sedan.
'The Chrysler 300 Retrospective' is the fifth video in the Century of Innovation series and will be featured on the Chrysler brand's (Instagram) and Stellantis North America (Facebook/Instagram/X/LinkedIn) social media channels. Full-length versions of all videos can be viewed on Chrysler brand and Stellantis North America YouTube channels.
Previous episodes of the Chrysler Century of Innovation video series include:
'Chrysler Century of Innovation,' featuring Chrysler CEO Chris Feuell reflecting on Chrysler's 100-year legacy and Chrysler's vision of the future
'Chrysler Through the Decades' with Chrysler Historian Brandt Rosenbusch as he takes a decade-by-decade look at key moments from a century of Chrysler
'Automotive Legend: Walter P. Chrysler,' which gives 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
'Legendary Innovation,' which looks at historic Chrysler concepts over the brand's first 100 years and the innovative features and technologies included in those concepts
Summer Century of Innovation Celebration Chrysler continues to celebrate its centennial this summer by honoring the owners and enthusiasts who have supported the brand across generations — from the original 1924 Chrysler Six to today's innovative 2025 Chrysler Pacifica. The brand will feature special displays and activations at premier automotive events this year, including:
Carlisle Chrysler Nationals, July 11-13 in Carlisle, Pennsylvania, featuring nearly 3,000 vehicles from all eras of Chrysler and Mopar vehicles
Gilmore Car Museum in Michigan with Chrysler historic vehicles participating in a cruise-in and featured at the museum's popular Red Barns Spectacular car show on August 2
Woodward Cruise, the world's biggest car cruise, taking place on Woodward Avenue in Metro Detroit on August 16
More details on Chrysler brand activities at the Gilmore Car Museum and Woodward will be shared later this summer.
To mark 100 years of innovation, Chrysler launched a Century of Innovation sales event in June. Fans can also explore a limited-edition 100th anniversary collection of branded apparel and gifts available now at collection.Chrysler.com.
For more information on the Chrysler Century of Innovation celebration, visit Chrysler.com.
Chrysler BrandChrysler 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.
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