Apparently not wanting to go the route of GM (adding “BEV” to the Silverado and calling it quits), Jeep is asking the world to provide a name for the electric Wagoneer — which observant people may have noticed is referred to as just “Wagoneer,” not “Jeep Wagoneer.”The forthcoming battery-electric Wagoneer will not share the current … Read more
Several outlets incorrectly reported that the 2023 Jeep Compass’ 2-liter turbo engine will generate 270 hp. However, Chrysler itself reported, in three places on the press release, that it will actually generate 200 hp, with 221 lb-ft of torque. This would seem to settle the power question, but what would cause such a large difference?These … Read more
The Jeep Compass is comfortable, on the verge of luxurious, and capable; but until recently it was only powered by an aged 2.4 liter engine which, while sufficient for many people, was not particularly exciting.Today, Jeep made the long-awaited announcement that the 2-liter turbocharged GME four-cylinder would finally replace the old 2.4 in the Compass. … Read more
Jeep is giving active and recently-retired military in the United States $1,000 off a 2023 Gladiator or Wrangler for the month of November, in honor of Veteran’s Day (tomorrow).Jeep brand has brought back the Freedom Package, too, on the 2023 Gladiator and 2023 Wrangler, providing a $250 donation to military charities with every one sold. The … Read more
The Jeep® Edition by ADDAX™ Overland Trailer was won a 2022 Global Media Award at the SEMA show. Inspired by tough military trailers and engineered by the team that set a speed record at the Bonneville Salt Flats, the Edition has a light dry weight of just 850 pounds. It allows Jeep adventure-seekers to tow a 1,200-pound … Read more
The 2022 SEMA Show was an interesting one, with attendees reporting huge crowds and massive amounts of exhibitors even though both Ford Motor Company and General Motors opted to not participate in the world’s largest showcase of automotive aftermarket parts. However, Dodge made the most of the big crowds and the focused spotlight, showing off … Read more
Each year, the Specialty Equipment Market Association (SEMA) Show in Las Vegas showcases the latest and greatest items from every corner of the automotive industry for both new and old models. Each year since 2010, the SEMA Show awards have recognized the “top trend-setting vehicles that represent the best business opportunities in the automotive aftermarket” … Read more
The Wrangler 4xe, FCA US’ most popular plug-in hybrid despite years of selling PHEV minivans, has been out long enough for people to get some idea of how much money they may save by driving one, versus the standard gasoline engines. The four-cylinder-turbo-plus-motor 4xe system generates nearly the same acceleration as the big 392 V8, … Read more
Jeep’s joint venture with Guandgzhou (GAC) has declared bankruptcy.Jeep was the first American company to make and sell vehicles in China, with Beijing Jeep; this was before China required that foreign companies form joint ventures with Chinese firms. When Daimler-Benz took over Chrysler, though, they gave the company and factory to Mercedes.For a time, China … Read more
Mopar “charged” into the Specialty Equipment Market Association (SEMA) Show with three concepts and hundreds of factory-backed parts and accessories.The show opens tomorrow and runs through November 4. However, Mopar, now led by Mark Bosanac, released some information today—with more to come.Jeep CJ Surge ConceptThe Jeep CJ Surge electromod was developed to explore battery-electric vehicle (BEV) … Read more
The Jeep Renegade and Compass and Fiat 500X and Tipo will soon have 48-volt hybrid variants, according to a release from Magna, which is supplying their hybrid transmissions.Magna, a global parts maker headquartered in Canada, bid on Chrysler but lost out to Cerberus.The Magna hybrid transmission is a seven-speed dual-clutch setup which can split torque … Read more
In Europe—the EU+EFTA+UK—Volkswagen’s share rose to 23.8% of the total market, followed by Stellantis at 16.6%. Last September, those numbers were 21% and 18.4% as Stellantis lost 1.8 points of share and Volkswagen gained 2.5 points.To a degree, these changes are supply-dependent.Year to date, Stellantis’ share is far better, though lower than year-to-date 2021: the … Read more
The Rebelle Rally had 45 teams driving vehicles from ten different automakers across over 1,440 miles (and no roads) in eight days. Jeep-driving teams won again, taking the top two podium spots, repeating last year’s victories. The Jeep-supported team of Nena Barlow and Teralin Petereit took the most points in four of the seven stages, and … Read more
A few weeks back, the folks from Jeep invited me out to Bozeman, Montana to test drive the 2023 Wagoneer L and Grand Wagoneer L. As a fan of the modern Wagoneer line, I was interested to check out the new long wheelbase models, but more importantly, this was the first chance for media to … Read more
Warren Truck, which makes bookenders Ram Classic and Jeep Wagoneer, is cutting its third shift due to the microchip shortage and, according to a company statement, to increase efficiency.Senior employees will go to the remaining two shifts and part-time workers will have their hours cut, according to the statement; workers may also be moved to … Read more
Mopar released these concept sketches in advance of the 2022 Specialty Equipment Market Association (SEMA) Show in Las Vegas in early November. One appears to be an early battery-electric Wrangler.Mopar will showcase customized vehicles and hundreds of quality-tested, factory-backed performance parts and accessories in its 15,345-square-foot exhibit in the South Hall of the Las Vegas … Read more
