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The 2011 Jeep Phoenix… why not?

Thursday, May 7th, 2009
The 2011 Jeep Phoenix… why not?

2011 Jeep Phoenix
With Chrysler’s proposed alliance with Fiat all but a done deal, people have begun turning their attention towards the Italian automaker’s vehicle line up and creating a wish list of which ones they’d like to see for sale over here in the U.S. Thing is, those people should keep in mind that any [...]

Chrysler launches May incentives worth up to $6,000

Wednesday, May 6th, 2009
Chrysler launches May incentives worth up to $6,000

Chrysler doesn’t have time for assurance programs and payment protection plans. So unlike General Motors and Ford, the Auburn Hills-based automaker has launched a new incentive program for May that gives consumers back what they want most: money, and lots of it. Beginning today, Chrysler is offering $4,000 Consumer Cash on all 2009 model year [...]

Chrysler bankruptcy could delay 2010 updates, 2011 models

Monday, May 4th, 2009
Chrysler bankruptcy could delay 2010 updates, 2011 models

Chrysler’s bankruptcy filing will undoubtedly affect every aspect of the automaker’s short- and long-term endeavors, and not surprisingly, product isn’t immune. While testifying in court, Chrysler’s manufacturing chief, Frank Ewasyshyn, said the current plant shutdowns and the resulting effect on suppliers will delay Chrysler’s 2010 product suite, primarily comprised of minor updates to existing models. [...]

Future Classic: Jeep XJ Cherokee

Wednesday, April 15th, 2009
Future Classic: Jeep XJ Cherokee

It’s easy to deride American Motors Corporation as mediocre to the point of failure. Legions of fans will argue vehemently that the last independent was a nimble innovator that consistently outflanked the competition with creative, clever products. In fact, the final vestiges of the company have just been worn away by the sands of the [...]

Jeep recalling more than 47,000 Liberty, Commander, Grand Cherokee, and Wrangler models

Tuesday, April 14th, 2009
Jeep recalling more than 47,000 Liberty, Commander, Grand Cherokee, and Wrangler models

Chrysler is recalling over 47,000 models, including the 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee, Commander, and Wrangler four-door that may have reversed wiring on the driver’s airbag controller, a defect that may inhibit the airbag’s deployment. Additionally, the 2002 and 2003 Jeep Libertys sold in New England and much of the Midwest are susceptible to a loss [...]

Rendered Speculation: 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee SRT8

Monday, April 13th, 2009
Rendered Speculation: 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee SRT8

Our friends over at Jalopnik have what they claim is an official rendering of the next-generation 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee SRT8. With the redesigned 2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee already revealed under the brights lights of the New York Auto Show, it was only a matter of time before we received news of the high-performance version’s [...]

Mopar Underground unveils concept Jeeps at Moab safari

Monday, April 13th, 2009
Mopar Underground unveils concept Jeeps at Moab safari

Every year, the off-road faithful gather for the annual Jeep Safari. This year’s was held in the Moab Desert, held out of the limelight while all eyes - including Chrysler’s and our own - were focused on the New York Auto Show. So while Jeep itself was unveiling the new Grand Cherokee, Chrysler’s skunkworks division, [...]

Chrysler’s flexible new Pentastar V6

Monday, April 13th, 2009
Chrysler’s flexible new Pentastar V6

While the 2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee wowed the crowds in New York, what lies beneath could be a key to Chrysler’s recovery. The new 3.6-liter V6, called Pentastar after the company’s five-pointed-star logo, replaces seven - count ‘em, seven - of Chrysler’s aging engines, and stands as the outcome of several years of development.
The all-aluminum [...]