2014 Wrangler minor updates

Jeep has been making big moves with the available factory options for the Wrangler and Wrangler Unlimited.  For 2013 Jeep released the 10th Anniversary Rubicon Model; adding winch bumpers, extra ground clearance, and 32 inch BFG KM2 mud terrain tires.  For 2014, Jeep has taken those special add-ons and created the Wrangler Rubicon X model. Continue reading

Cherokee’s identity crisis continues with SRT speculations

The all new Jeep Cherokee has had a rough start, and it hasn’t even hit dealer lots yet.  Starting with leaked photos, that were quickly denied by Chrysler as being the new Cherokee, then un-denied with a “hey just kidding, that is the new Cherokee” statement; the 2014 Jeep Cherokee was officially introduced at the New York Auto show in March to mixed reviews.  Mike Manley stood on stage as the Trail Hawk version of the new Jeep drove over a mocked rock trail showcasing the Liberty replacement’s off road ability; confirming its “real Jeep” status.  Despite Manley’s claim that the Trail Hawk has already conquered “Hell’s Revenge” in Moab; many enthusiast are still doubting its actual capability, and the choice of the name “Cherokee.”  With delays keeping Trail Hawk Cherokees out of enthusiast reach while the vehicle’s right to bear its name is being questioned; why on Earth would you leak that a tricked out street rated SRT version was in the works? Continue reading

2014 Jeep Cherokee TrailHawk

The retirement of the Jeep Liberty brings with it the end of solid axles in any non-Wrangler Jeep vehicle. A moment of silence please…

Along with The Dodge Dart, The 2014 Jeep Cherokee is the second all new vehicle from Chrysler to take on a classic name; hoping to give buyers a sense of familiarity with forward thinking vehicles. The Cherokee is the future of Jeep, so lets learn to embrace it.

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2014 Jeep Cherokee: early preview

Jalopnik threw a monkey wrench into Jeep’s plans on Friday when they published undisguised spy shots of the upcoming 2014 Jeep Cherokee, the long awaited Liberty replacement. The photos, found here, were not the ideal way for Chrysler’s next big move to meet the world, and after a few denial tweets, Jeep released 4 official photos of the 2014 Jeep Cherokee.

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