Tag: Jeep
2023 Jeep Wrangler High Tide, Jeep Beach editions ready for sand, sun
The rumors were true, the Jeep Wrangler High Tide and Jeep Beach editions are back for 2023. They’re nearly identical to last year’s models, though with some color and graphic differences. The Jeep Beach also specifically calls out the 20th anniversary of the event that gave it its name. The High Tide is the starting
Junkyard Gem: 1990 Jeep Cherokee
During the late 1970s, both Chrysler and American Motors were in trouble and sinking fast. The United States government determined that Chrysler was too big to fail and bailed out the company with guaranteed loans, while deciding that AMC was just the right size to fail. That’s when the French government stepped up, with government-owned Renault
Jeep Compass, Ram HD trucks investigated over reported loss of power, braking
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration is investigating hundreds of thousands of Stellantis vehicles for reports of loss in braking performance and unexpected loss of power. Though not a recall, the investigation could result in one, though thankfully, none of the dozens of reported incidents resulted in a crash or injury. The probe comes after
Jeep opens Name the New Wagoneer contest
At the end of October, Jeep brand President Christian Meunier told Motor Trend that Jeep was in search of just the right name for the battery-electric Wagoneer S. The people who come up with names had “a few in the basket,” but Jeep planned to get help from the community for more ideas via a
Jeep Wrangler Unlimited High Tide special edition returns for 2023
Jeep hit the beach in 2022 with the Wrangler Unlimited High Tide special edition, combining the Wrangler Sport S trim with off-road upgrades from the Xtreme Recon package. This made the High Tide a less expensive way into the Xtreme Recon gear, that upfit otherwise limited to the Wrangler Willys trim. Then, like nested Easter
2023 Jeep Compass gets a new 2.0-liter turbo four at 200 horsepower
In April, Jeep boss Jim Morrison said the Compass — just above the Renegade in the brand hierarchy — would put something new under the hood before the year is out. At long last, the new powertrain is here. Out goes the 2.4-liter naturally aspirated four-cylinder Tigershark with 177 horsepower and 172 pound-feet of torque,
Jeep needs help with the Wagoneer S electric vehicle’s official name
Jeep opened up about its continuing electrification plans in September, sharing details on three battery-electric models and one plug-in hybrid coming in the next two years. One of the EVs was called by its codename, Wagoneer S, Chief Design Officer Ralph Gilles saying the “S” stands for “speed, striking, and sexy.” Based on a Motor
Electric Jeep CJ leads Jeep, Ram SEMA debuts
Stellantis is kicking off its SEMA reveals with a trio of show trucks from Jeep and Ram. While the total number of in-house custom vehicles is a little smaller than some past years, they still are quite striking. They also preview potential new products from the brands. Jeep CJ Surge Concept Just as in the