 Jeep Rocks and Road Tour in West Virginia This Weekend |
From a Chrysler press release
The Jeep® brand is bringing the "Jeep Rocks & Road Tour," an on- and off-road driving experience, to consumers attending the 2010 Thunder Over the Blue Ridge Air Show, Sept. 3-5 at Shepherd Field in Martinsburg, W. Va.
The "Jeep Rocks & Road Tour" provides the ultimate on- and off-road driving courses for attendees at air shows, auto shows, fairs and festivals all over the country. The program is free and guests can pre-register at www.jeep.com/rocksandroadtour. Typically generating an enthusiastic response, pre-registration is highly encouraged in order to ensure a quick and seamless entry.
The "Jeep Rocks & Road Tour" is open to the public and features obstacle courses that demonstrate Jeep Trail Rated® capabilities. The entire Jeep brand lineup, including the all-new 2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee, will be on site to test-drive. Current Jeep owners are extended the opportunity to drive their own vehicle on a Jeep Owner's Playground.
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 Jeep Sales Up 17% in August |
From a Chrysler press release
The Jeep Brand posted a 17 percent year-over-year increase in August. The all-new Jeep Grand Cherokee contributed to the increase as its August sales more than doubled sales in July. The iconic Jeep Wrangler, the brand's volume leader, increased year-over-year sales 37 percent. Building on that momentum, the 2011 Jeep Wrangler boasts an all-new interior that delivers a host of comfort, convenience and versatility features. In addition, Sahara models now feature an all-new body-color hard top for customers looking for a Jeep Wrangler with a more premium appearance. Production of the 2011 Wranglers began in mid August at the Toledo Assembly Complex in Toledo, Ohio and will arrive in dealerships in greater volume this month. Jeep Liberty, Jeep Compass and Jeep Patriot had a strong August as each model had double-digit percentage sales increases.
Full sales figures after the jump.
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The Jeep Intern Visits the Product Design Office |
I have to admit it, but these Jeep Intern videos are really starting to grow on me. I think it's really interesting to meet the people actually designing, testing, and building the vehicles we know and love. In the most recent episode, Mose visits the Jeep Product Design office.
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Video: The Jeep Intern Visits Thermal Cells |
The "Jeep Intern" video series is still going strong. In the latest installment, he freezes, then bakes - all in the name of building a better Jeep.
 Vice President Biden Visits Wrangler Assembly |
A few weeks ago, President Obama visited Chrysler's Jefferson North Assembly (where the Grand Cherokee is built) and now yesterday Vice President Biden visited Chrysler's Toledo Assembly where the Wrangler is built. From the official press release:
More than 800 UAW-represented employees at Chrysler Group LLC's Toledo Assembly Complex (TAC), employees of its supplier partners and elected officials welcomed U.S. Vice President Joe Biden to the home of the iconic Jeep® Wrangler today.
The Vice President visited the Chrysler plant, which is building the 2011 Jeep Wrangler in an innovative manufacturing project with three supplier partners, to highlight the important role that suppliers have played in the automotive industry.
Jeep Wrangler and Wrangler Unlimited models have been rolling off the line as part of a unique manufacturing arrangement since August 2006. Three supplier partners manage and operate major parts of the vehicle production process from neighboring facilities within the Toledo plant footprint. While the KUKA Group is responsible for building bodies for the all-new 2011 Jeep Wrangler and Wrangler Unlimited, Magna Steyr runs the paint shop and Hyundai Mobis-owned Ohio Module Manufacturing Company (OMMC) assembles the vehicle's chassis. Chrysler Group has the responsibility for the final trim and assembly operations of the plant.
"I'd like to thank the Obama administration for showing faith in the people of Chrysler, in our ability to forge a lasting recovery and to make a positive contribution to society," said Sergio Marchionne, CEO, Chrysler Group LLC.
"The model that has been created in Toledo remains unique in the industry and has only succeeded because of the dedicated, disciplined and, of course, flexible team working here," Marchionne continued. "We thank the UAW, the Toledo workforce and the City of Toledo for making what was just a vision more than five years ago an integral part of our future moving forward."
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2011 Wrangler Launches |
(portions from a Chrysler press release)
Chrysler Group LLC released images today of the new 2011 Jeep® Wrangler and Wrangler Unlimited. Jeep continues to refine the successful Wrangler formula by combining its legendary, benchmark capability with an all-new interior that delivers rich styling with significantly upgraded touch surfaces, occupant comfort and versatility, and a premium appearance courtesy of an all-new body-color hard top for the popular Sahara model.
"The iconic Jeep Wrangler keeps getting better," said Mike Manley, President and CEO - Jeep Brand, Chrysler Group LLC. "While retaining unmatched, legendary capability, the 2011 Jeep Wrangler boasts an all-new interior that delivers a host of comfort, convenience and versatility features. In addition, Sahara models now feature a stunning, all-new body-color hard top, for customers looking for a Jeep Wrangler with a more premium appearance."
New 2011 Jeep Wrangler interior highlights include a redesigned instrument panel and new storage areas with improved ergonomics and upgraded materials. A new lockable console and upgraded door armrest areas boast comfortable touch points, while a redesigned center stack is easier to reach and operate. Heated, power mirrors are now available, and drivers and passengers will enjoy enhanced visibility courtesy of larger rear windows.
Jalopnik.com has some great additional picks as well.
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Jeep Tour in Massachusetts This Weekend |
(from a Chrysler press release)
The Jeep® brand is bringing the "Jeep Rocks & Road Tour," an on- and off-road driving experience, to consumers attending the 2010 Westfield International Air Show, Aug. 20-22 at the Barnes Air National Guard Base in Westfield, Mass.
The "Jeep Rocks & Road Tour" provides the ultimate on- and off-road driving courses for attendees at air shows and auto shows, fairs and festivals all over the country. The program is free and guests can pre-register at http://www.jeep.com/rocksandroadtour. Typically generating an enthusiastic response, pre-registration is highly encouraged in order to ensure a quick and seamless entry.
The "Jeep Rocks & Road Tour" is open to the public and features obstacle courses that demonstrate Jeep Trail Rated® capabilities. The entire Jeep brand lineup, including the all-new 2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee, will be on site to test-drive. Current Jeep owners are extended the opportunity to drive their own vehicle on a Jeep Owner's Playground.
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2011 Jeep User Guides Available for Download |
Want to find out every detail about a vehicle before you purchase it? Reading its owner's manual is a good way to start. Chrysler recently made the 2011 Wrangler, Liberty, and Grand Cherokee owner's manual available for download (in PDF format).
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Grand Cherokee Launches Chrysler's July Sales |
The arrival of the 2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee in dealer showrooms last month seems to have been a catalyst in getting shoppers in the front door. U.S. sales for Chrysler were up 5% last month, while Jeep sales increased 19% compared to July 2010.
Chrysler Group LLC today reported U.S. sales of 93,313, a 5 percent increase compared with sales in July 2009 (88,900 units). July represents the fourth consecutive month of year-over-year sales increases.
"The all-new 2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee is drawing customers into our showrooms, setting the pace and standard for our company, and generating positive reviews both nationally and internationally," said Fred Diaz, President and Chief Executive Officer - Ram Truck Brand and Lead Executive for U.S. Sales. "We're gaining some real traction with the all-new Jeep Grand Cherokee, and we look forward to the same when we revamp the remaining 75 percent of our nameplates by year end."
The Jeep Brand posted a 19 percent year-over-year increase in July as the all-new 2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee arrived in dealerships in greater numbers. Jeep Grand Cherokee sales were up 54 percent in July, versus July 2009, and were up 86 percent compared with last month, as the all-new Grand Cherokee resonates with consumers and continues to generate positive reviews in the media. The iconic Jeep Wrangler had a triple digit percentage increase in sales during July. Jeep Liberty also had a strong month as sales increased 70 percent. Women drivers ranked Jeep dealers No. 2 overall in Women-Drivers.com's report of Top Auto Brands. Women rated dealers on their experience during vehicle purchase, while just browsing and having their vehicles serviced.
Full sales figures after the jump.
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Wrangler Becomes Autobot in Transformers 3 |
This news has nothing to do with Wrangler Production or future Wrangler changes. Its just a fun bit of news I found. Looks like there will be a new off road beast in Michael Bay's big budget Transformers 3.
The new autobot goes by the name "Rollbar". He was first introduced to the world of Transformers in 1987 as part of the Autobot Throttlebot Team. Rollbar has sort of evolved and become different things over the years since his introduction. He's also got a bit of an attitude. One of his motto's is, "Front wheel drive is for sissies."
Additional info and photos available at JoBlo.com.
