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Jeep Grand Cherokee, Commander: 5000 cars recalled locally

Around 5000 Jeep Grand Cherokee and Jeep Commander models have been recalled in Australia for a fault relating to the SUVs' transmission. The Jeep Grand Cherokee (pictured top) and Jeep Commander (pictured below) models affected were built...

Chrysler recalls 263,000 vehicles over six separate issues

Fiat Chrysler Group is recalling more than 263,000 vehicles around the world to repair defects relating to six separate issues. The recalls affect roughly 240,000 Chrysler, Dodge, Jeep and Ram vehicles in the US, Canada and Mexico and a...

Jeep Cherokee: front-wheel drive, nine-speed auto for mid-sized SUV

The all-new Jeep Cherokee will boast a standard nine-speed automatic transmission and offer a front-wheel drive base model for the first time when it goes on sale later this year.

Jeep reveals six new concepts for annual Moab Safari

Jeep and the Chrysler Group's Mopar have teamed up to create six new concept vehicles to be unveiled later this week at the annual Easter Jeep Safari in Moab, Utah. Combining production and prototype items from Jeep Performance Parts, the...

Jeep Grand Cherokee Trailhawk limited edition launched

The Jeep Grand Cherokee Trailhawk limited edition is now available in Australia, adding a host of visual and functional upgrades to the full-size 4WD. Jeep is bringing 160 Grand Cherokee Trailhawk special editions to Australia, targeting...

2014 Jeep Grand Cherokee SRT8 track tested by CEO

While some senior executives may be happy sitting in an office, SRT CEO and senior vice president of design at Chrysler Group, Ralph Gilles, prefers to be in the driver's seat, literally.

Jeep Cherokee: radical styling for new mid-sized SUV

The all-new Jeep Cherokee will introduce a revolutionary new design language for the iconic American off-road marque when it debuts at next month's 2013 New York motor show.

New Jeep Cherokee spied, will use Fiat platform

A replacement for the six-year-old Jeep Cherokee is being readied for production, the third-generation mid-sized SUV snapped here in testing ahead of its predicted unveiling at the New York auto show in late March.

2014 Jeep Grand Cherokee SRT unveiled

The 2014 Jeep Grand Cherokee SRT has been launched in Detroit with the new model showcasing an updated and sharper look, upgraded interior and improved performance. The new Jeep Grand Cherokee SRT - which is not expected in Australia until...

Jeep to fix supply issues this year

Jeep says it has largely fixed its supply issues this year and is expected to meet the growing demand for models such as Grand Cherokee, Compass and Patriot going forward. Speaking to CarAdvice at the Detroit auto show today, Jeeps global boss...

Jeep Wrangler Ute dream still alive

The Jeep Wrangler Ute is still very much under consideration, according to Jeeps global boss, Mike Manley. Following on from CarAdvices report on the Wrangler ute back in August, it appears that discussion for a utility version of the iconic...

2014 Jeep Compass: fresh look, new auto for compact SUV

The 2014 Jeep Compass has been unveiled at the Detroit auto show sporting tougher styling, a new six-speed automatic transmission and a fresh focus on safety. Distinguishing the updated Jeep Compass from its predecessor is a revised silver...

2014 Jeep Grand Cherokee facelift: fresh styling, new 8-speed auto

The facelifted 2014 Jeep Grand Cherokee has been revealed ahead of its official unveiling at this week's Detroit auto show. The updated Jeep Grand Cherokee benefits from fresh exterior styling, a revised cabin featuring new technology and...

2013 Jeep Wrangler Overland brings luxury to rugged off-roader

The luxury-spec Jeep Wrangler Overland has been added to Australian showrooms for 2013, bringing a host of premium features to the iconic bare-bones bush-bashing range. Available in two-door soft-top Sport and four-door Unlimited body styles...

Jeep Grand Cherokee SRT8 Alpine, Vapour special editions for Australia

Two special editions of the 2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee SRT8 Alpine and Vapor have been confirmed for Australia, adding extra attitude and exclusivity to the high-performance flagship SUV.

Jeep airbag recall: over 900,000 SUVs affected worldwide

Chrysler is recalling over 900,000 Jeep SUVs across the globe due to an airbag fault that could result in the airbags being inadvertently deployed. Reuters reports that 919,545 Jeep Grand Cherokee and Jeep Liberty SUVs from 2002 to 2004...