It was the location of research and development, and at one time, the location of a wind tunnel that was used to develop the Chrysler Airflow and other subsequent models like the Chrysler Turbine Car.

The facility was used to improve product development efficiency, increase the ease of inter-departmental collaboration, and create a more satisfying workplace.

It was approximately 1 mile (1.6 km) southeast from the Highland Park Ford Plant.

It was approximately 2 miles (3.2 km) northwest of the former Dodge Factory in Hamtramck, Michigan, and 5 miles (8.0 km) northwest of the Jefferson North Assembly.

Chrysler still maintains a presence at the former campus called FCA Detroit Office Warehouse.