Since it was launched in 2014 the Cherokee has seen mild sales success. It is due for an update in 2018 but the Cherokee has a heritage that dates back to 1974. SEE the JEEP Crash Tests HERE The Trailhawk is the Cherokee for true 4WD enthusiasts. Now the style of the Cherokee is more in the AWD SUV [...]
Jeep launched their all new Jeep Compass late in 2017 to Australia. Given that the last compass was a very soft option, the addition of the Trailhawk version for the latest generation is welcomed. SEE the JEEP Crash Tests HERE The compact SUV segment is becoming more crowded, but with very few real dual range 4WD options. This segment [...]
Long overdue for an overhaul, the Jeep Wrangler Rubicon reviewed here is still an awesome off-road beast. The all-new 2018 Wrangler is sure to be better in most aspects and we will bring you a review of that as soon as we get our hands on one. SEE the JEEP Crash Tests HERE External Externally the Rubicon can trace [...]
Only the top Renegade has 4WD with the rest of the range being FWD only. That makes it a high-set hatch with a bunch of headroom, which is apparently what buyers want. Our “Limited” is the second to top model, and costs $35,000 plus another $500 for the optional red paintjob. The mini SUVs exterior is chunky in a style [...]
Grand Cherokee SRT Night confirmed: Ultimate performance SUV scores stealth style treatment for Australia New Jeep Grand Cherokee SRT Night boasts stealth-like black appearance, with black roof and lightweight performance wheels New 20-inch satin black “5Ten” wheels specifically designed to showcase as-standard Brembo brakes Powerful 6.4L V8 HEMI engine delivers 344kW and 624Nm Sub-5sec 0-100km/h sprint and a top speed [...]
\ Racing up three of Australia’s highest mountains in a Man vs Machine battle against iconic Jeep Wrangler, raising $250,000 for charity Record-breaking adventurer, Kyle Williams, raced ‘Three Peaks’ against Jeep’s Wrangler Rubicon in charity challenge that raised more than $250,000 for Whitelion Team Kyle took on Team Jeep in the world’s most capable SUV, [...]
FCA USA was made aware of a potential issue within the UConnect’s external cellular connection. On July 16, owners of vehicles with this UConnect feature were notified of an update that has now resolved this wireless connection issue. FCA USA has a dedicated team from System Quality Engineering focused on identifying and implementing software best practices. The team’s responsibilities include [...]
Jeep today announced it would be the major sponsor of the Adelaide Strikers for the upcoming T20 Big Bash cricket competition. Australia’s most iconic SUV brand fittingly announced the sponsorship at a gala function at the equally iconic Adelaide Oval. Jeep – manufacturers of Australia’s best-selling SUV range, including the multi-award-winning Grand Cherokee – said the major sponsorship would [...]
I’ve been saying it for a while now, how is Jeep doing it for the price without the thing falling apart? Outside: Let’s talk about the elephant in the room, Cherokee’s face. It caused much consternation when the early photos were released. There is little aesthetic wiggle room so most either love or hate it. At first I thought [...]
Fiat Chrysler Automobiles N.V. (“FCA”) (NYSE: FCAU) announced today that on October 12, 2014, the merger of Fiat S.p.A. with and into FCA (formerly Fiat Investments N.V.) (the “Merger”) became effective. FCA is now the holding company for the Fiat Chrysler Group. In connection with the Merger, FCA issued 1,167,181,255 common shares for allotment to Fiat shareholders on the [...]
