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This section of Torque News reports Jeep news. It provides news and reviews about Jeep vehicles such as Jeep Wrangler, Jeep Cherokee and so on. The rise of the sport utility vehicle in the US has helped the Jeep brand become one of the top choices among younger families. With a great mix of low cost four wheel drive models and high performance, high end luxury SUVs that all offer incredible versatility and impressive capabilities – Jeep offers something for every buyer.

The 2018 Jeeps have all hit the road save one. Out already are the new Grand Cherokees, Compasses, Cherokees, and the Renegades. However, it is late in this year and the FCA Jeep Wrangler has yet to hit the road. In fact, it has barely been revealed to the public. But that will change on November 29th. Read this section for Jeep news and updates from Torque News reporters with reliable and trusted sources.

The Easter Jeep Safari special show vehicles are announced
By Patrick Rall on April 8, 2011 - 12:41PM
Every year, the Chrysler Corporation sponsors the Easter Jeep Safari in Moab, Utah with thousands of hardcore off-roaders coming from around the country to show off their machines and Jeep makes its presence felt each year by bringing out a handful of Mopar-modified models sure to turn heads.
Chrysler leads the US industry in March sales growth, Fiat arrives
By Patrick Rall on April 4, 2011 - 12:08PM
March sales numbers are in and with a gain of 31%, the Chrysler Group leads the US auto industry in terms of year over year sales growth among major automotive groups.
California dealer group files petition against Motor Village LA
By Patrick Rall on March 29, 2011 - 6:09PM
Motor Village LA is one of Chrysler’s newest projects, combining all five of their American-sold brands in one (immaculate) LA-based dealership but according to the California New Car Dealers Association, Motor Village LA is in violation of California law that prevents automotive manufacturers from owning dealerships within 10 miles of any other related dealership.
Chrysler avoids stoppages after Japanese earthquake and tsunami
By Patrick Rall on March 17, 2011 - 6:21PM
Since the earthquake and ensuing tsunami hit Japan last week followed by a series of aftershocks and repeated nuclear power plant explosions, automakers around the world have been forced to take a good long look at their component inventory and the Chrysler Group has offered their first statement since the natural disaster hit.
The Chrysler Premier Event gives buyers a chance at a free new vehicle
By Patrick Rall on March 17, 2011 - 2:10PM
Last night, the Chrysler Group’s 2011 Premier Event began with special incentives on new models, including $25 gift cards and a chance at a free 2011 vehicle just for stopping in and taking a test drive.
Chrysler recalls 2010-2011 Jeep Wranglers for axle risks
By Patrick Rall on March 7, 2011 - 3:01PM
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration has announced that Chrysler is recalling certain 2010 and 2011 Jeep Wrangler due to a possible condition where the bolts fastening the axle assemblies to the chassis could come loose which can make it difficult to impossible to control the vehicle.
Chrysler gains 13% over last year as consumers wait for 2011 models
By Patrick Rall on March 4, 2011 - 9:28PM
The numbers from around the US automotive industry are in and the Chrysler Group is the weakest of the American automakers in terms of year over year growth (comparing February 2010 to February 2011) and even with consumers seemingly waiting for the impressive new 2011 models to reach dealerships in higher numbers, Chrysler showed a jump of 13% in sales.
Jeep to offer compact B-Segment SUV
By Patrick Rall on March 4, 2011 - 12:43PM
According to comments made by Jeep CEO Mike Manley, the Trail Rated American automaker is working on a new sub-compact “B-segment” sport utility vehicle based heavily on modified, existing architecture from the Fiat brand that we can expect to see hit the market for the 2013 model year.
Chrysler hopes for Jeep Grand Cherokee to improve sales in Japan
By Patrick Rall on March 1, 2011 - 2:57PM
Starting March 12, Japanese SUV shoppers will have their first chance to buy the new Jeep Grand Cherokee and when the popular ute hits Japan’s shores, Chrysler is hoping that it will be popular enough to boost company sales in that region by 21%.
NHTSA opts against a recall of Jeep Wranglers for fuel spillage
By Patrick Rall on February 28, 2011 - 10:51AM
Since August 2010, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Office of Defect Investigations has been looking into a large number of fuel spillage complaints relating to the 2007-2008 Jeep Wrangler but the NHTSA has closed the investigations – citing that no recall is necessary.
Jeep Grand Cherokee diesel spotted out testing – in the US
By Patrick Rall on February 22, 2011 - 3:41PM
Earlier today, we brought you the news of the Jeep Grand Cherokee making its debut when the Geneva Motor Show opens next month and although few expect to see the diesel Jeep in the US, a pair of CRD-badged test mules out roaming the Michigan roads suggests that the oil-burning SUV could show up at North American Jeep dealerships.
The front end of the new diesel Jeep Grand Cherokee
By Patrick Rall on February 22, 2011 - 3:36PM
Another angle of the new Jeep Grand Cherokee CRD on the open road
By Patrick Rall on February 22, 2011 - 3:34PM
Grand Cherokee Selected Official Winter Vehicle of New England
By Keith Griffin on February 15, 2011 - 2:09PM
The New England Motor Press Association has overwhelmingly selected the Jeep Grand Cherokee as its Official Winter Vehicle of New England.
More Weekend Dealership Hours Sought by Chrysler Exec
By Keith Griffin on February 11, 2011 - 7:20PM
Hard as it may be to believe, but Chrysler is on a major push to get its dealerships to have weekend hours, with a special emphasis on Sunday service openings coming in 2012.
Chrysler increases reimbursement for consumers with special needs
By Patrick Rall on February 11, 2011 - 1:23PM
Chrysler announced yesterday at the National Mobility Equipment Dealers Association in Daytona Beach Florida that they were increasing their reimbursement program value to $1,000 for those consumers who require the assistance of items like wheelchair lifts or hand-controlled throttle and brake mechanisms.
Five Best Things To See at the Chicago Auto Show
By Keith Griffin on February 11, 2011 - 11:18AM
The Chicago Auto Show, which officially opens today and runs through Feb. 20 at McCormick Place, has lots to do but here are the TorqueNews five best things to see at the show.
The 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee SRT8 could debut at the NYC Auto Show
By Patrick Rall on February 10, 2011 - 1:06PM
Dodge debuted the new 392 cubic inch Hemi in the 2011 Dodge Challenger at the LA Auto Show, followed by the reveal yesterday of the Charger SRT8 at the Chicago Auto Show and if internet rumors prove to be true, the 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee SRT8 could make its debut at the 2011 New York Auto Show.
Chevrolet Volt Named MotorWeek Best of the Year
By Keith Griffin on February 10, 2011 - 1:05AM
In what is becoming a regular occurrence, the Chevrolet Volt has been named Drivers’ Choice “Best of the Year” by the editorial staff of MotorWeek, a PBS institution.
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Chrysler expects to increase sales by 45% in 2011
By Patrick Rall on February 7, 2011 - 3:32PM
The Chrysler Group has announced that they expect their dealer network to move 1.57 million vehicles in 2011 – a lofty 44.6% increase over the final sales results for the company in 2010.
Chrysler UAW members caught using drugs, again
By Patrick Rall on February 7, 2011 - 10:43AM
Last September, a Detroit television station caught a group of Union Auto Workers from Chrysler’s Jefferson North Assembly Plant (JNAP) smoking marijuana and drinking alcohol during a break and once again, JNAP employees are in the hot seat for drug use on the job.
Chrysler and Fiat could become a single, US-based company
By Patrick Rall on February 4, 2011 - 4:11PM
Speaking before a group of the media today at the J.D. Power and Associates International Automotive Roundtable, Fiat and Chrysler CEO Sergio Marchionne stated that the Chrysler Group and Fiat Auto could become a single company, possibly based in the United States.
Chrysler Group shows promising growth in January 2011 sales
By Patrick Rall on February 2, 2011 - 12:47PM
2011 promises to be a big year for the Chrysler Group with the upcoming addition of the Fiat brand and the addition of a huge spread of new models, but even as consumers wait for the 2011 vehicles to reach showrooms, Chrysler saw a 23% improvement over January 2010.
Semi-Finalists for World Car and World Green Car of the Year Announced
By Keith Griffin on February 2, 2011 - 10:09AM
The 10 semi-finalists for the World Car of the Year and six semi-finalists for World Green Car of the Year have been announced.
Chrysler announces bonuses for American and Canadian workers
By Patrick Rall on January 31, 2011 - 2:35PM
Chrysler has announced that they will be issuing performance bonuses for many American and Canadian employees with hourly workers getting around $750 as soon as next week.
Jeep celebrates their 70th birthday at the 2011 Detroit Auto Show
By Patrick Rall on January 21, 2011 - 3:04PM
The 2011 Detroit Auto Show marks the 70th birthday of the legendary sport utility brand and to commemorate that occasion, Jeep introduced the 70th Anniversary Edition trimlines available across the entire brand.
The 2011 Jeep Liberty at the 2011 Detroit Auto Show
By Patrick Rall on January 21, 2011 - 2:59PM
The refreshed 2011 Jeep Compass
By Patrick Rall on January 21, 2011 - 2:57PM
The 2011 Jeep Wrangler Rubicon Call of Duty: Black Ops Edition at the 2011 Detroit Auto Show
By Patrick Rall on January 21, 2011 - 2:56PM
The 2011 Jeep Patriot at the 2011 Detroit Auto Show
By Patrick Rall on January 21, 2011 - 2:55PM
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