Now I don't know if that was purely that luck was on our side, or if it had been carefully staged for us visitors, but it certainly was impressive!

Now that's a word which can be used to describe the Brampton facility, and especially after seeing just how these vehicles are put together. Starting off in the stamping plant where huge machines form the sheet metal panels, we moved on to the first of the assembly areas. It is here that the front underbody panel is connected to the rear and the actual build process begins.


Next, we witnessed the side panels being installed, which could be described as where the cars really start to take shape. At this stage I was quite surprised by the number of computers and robots in use. In fact, it could be said that there were very few human employees in sight and their roles would be better described as purely overseers. However, as we progressed through stage after stage, the process became much more hands on.

We then viewed the driveline components being assembled, and even witnessed these being hoisted up a floor to connect with the body shells. Naturally, from there on, the assembly involves human workers to a much larger degree.

I can honestly say that my somewhat short description truly does not do justice to the process, nor does it portray the fine workmanship of the Chrysler employees who take great pride in what they do.

That became rather apparent at the end of our tour, when many of them joined with us to celebrate the launch. You could see the pride on their faces, and to be honest, I can appreciate that. After all, they are the ones constructing the car which everyone else is waiting for with bated breath. It is also due to their fine workmanship in the past that Canada can now boast that it is truly the home of the Challenger!

I think that we should all thank them for that!


Photo Credit : Kevin Corrigan