Magnum Classified As Truck

With its fold-flat seating, Chrysler Group expects its new '05 Dodge Magnum wagon to meet federal light-truck classification, a boon for the auto maker's truck fleet fuel economy ratings. This is not a new pattern if you look at the classification for fuel economy. Obviously this isn't a pickup, but neither is a PT Cruiser or minivan (which are classified trucks by NHTSA), says Craig Love, Chrysler

With its fold-flat seating, Chrysler Group expects its new '05 Dodge Magnum wagon to meet federal light-truck classification, a boon for the auto maker's truck fleet fuel economy ratings.

“This is not a new pattern if you look at the classification for fuel economy. Obviously this isn't a pickup, but neither is a PT Cruiser or minivan (which are classified trucks by NHTSA),” says Craig Love, Chrysler vice president-premium and activity vehicle product team.

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