Jeep Patriot models revised for 2009

The Jeep Patriot has joined its Wrangler cousin in also receiving a late 2009 update. The popular SUV gains a raft of improvements to both interior amenities and ride comfort.

Combining the packaging and interior flexibility of an SUV with the performance, handling, fuel economy and price of a compact car, the Jeep Patriot now [...]

Jeep Wrangler models revised for 2009

The iconic Jeep Wrangler has received an update for the end of 2009 with a range of optional equipment and a revised audio package adding even more value to the legendary SUV.

Jeep’s off-road pack is now available on both petrol and diesel Sport models while the Uconnect Multimedia centre is now available with a 30GB [...]

“Cool car” legislation could hurt Wrangler sales in California

It seems the fun police are at it again with the US state of California set to introduce new “cool car” legislation aimed at curbing emissions and fuel use by reducing air conditioning power.

The strict new regulations could threaten the popularity of such open-top staples as the Jeep Wrangler with the California Air Resources Board [...]

Chrysler suspends Jeep production over parts shortage

Due to an unforeseen parts supply shortage Chrysler has been forced to suspend the production of several of its Jeep models.

Chrysler did not mention which part or supplier had caused the shutdown, instead saying the “shutdown is due to the continued stress in the automotive supply chain”.
Models affected by the suspension in production include Jeep [...]

Chrysler US faces new problem: short supply

Chrysler US is facing a new problem now after several slow-selling months and a two-month factory shutdown things have turned around with the US government’s cash-for-clunkers rebate achieving a feat that had eluded the manufacturer until now: a lack of cars.

As of the end of July, Chrysler had only seven days’ supply of Jeep Patriots [...]

Used Chryslers may come with warning notice

If several US consumer groups get their way used Chrylser vehicles could soon come with a warning notice advising potential buyers that, under the terms of its Chapter 11 bankruptcy filing, Chrysler shed its liability for any defective vehicles produced before May 30th this year.

It is estimated that in the United States alone some 30 [...]

2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee goes on show

There was an unscheduled sneak preview of the all-new, range-topping, Jeep Grand Cherokee in documents presented by Chrysler LLC to the US Congress earlier this year, but now the vehicle has been revealed at the New York Motor Show.

Built on a brand-new Mercedes-Benz ML-based monococque chassis and developed before the split between Chrysler and Daimler-Benz [...]

NAIAS – Jeep to expand EV line up

Patriot and Wrangler are the latest Jeep models to join the growing portfolio of electric-drive vehicles being developed by Chrysler LLC.
 
As a Range-extended EV (Electric Vehicle), the Jeep Patriot EV combines the electric-drive components of an Electric Vehicle with a small petrol engine and integrated electric generator to produce additional energy to power the electric-drive [...]

Jeep J8 production under way

You might recall that some time back we bought you news of Jeep’s intention to build an uncompromised multipurpose non-military variant of the Wrangler to be known as the J8.

The vehicle, which is to see action in work for groups such as aid and humanitarian type organisations, geological survey teams and other miscellaneous commercial applications [...]

Chrysler Dual-Clutch program in doubt

Not a week after we brought you news of Chrysler’s intentions to expand the use of Getrag sourced dual-clutch transmission, comes an announcement today that Chrysler has successfully sued German manufacturer Getrag in a Michigan court for failing to raise the $300 million in debt financing needed to build and equip a plant in Tipton, [...]

Chrysler expands use of Dual Clutch technology

Chrysler has today announced plans it will extend the use of its Dual Clutch six speed automatic transmission (as featured in the all new Dodge Journey) to other vehicles across the family in the interests of improving fuel economy and CO2 output.
 
Replacing the outdated four-speed unit, the smooth shifting six-speed not only betters the environmental [...]

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