12 December 2007

Jaguar power for Alfa?

Future Alfa Romeos could be based on Jaguar powertrains, even if the company is sold along with Land Rover in the near future.

Fiat Auto boss Sergio Marchionne says his company decided against making a bid for the Ford-owned couplet, because he didn't think Fiat could properly look after the development of its own brands if it took them on at this time. He said Jaguar would have suited the development of new Alfas.

But he said he didn't rule out 'cooperation' with the expected India-based buyers, Tata, subsequent to any sale. BB