Chrysler shuts down all production (money.cnn.com)

So this is part lack of capital and part political posture.

Remember, they always shut down for two weeks this time of year. There are just extending it by two more weeks. This really isn't surprising or shocking.

"continued lack of consumer credit for the American car buyer" says the company. My message to them it should honestly read "lack of easy credit means people who are sensible won't buy our sub standard product".