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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.

Official 2014 Jeep Cherokee Fuel Economy Figures Announced by the EPA

By Patrick Rall on September 5, 2013 - 6:25PM

The EPA website FuelEconomy.gov has published the first official fuel economy figures for the 2014 Jeep Cherokee and with numbers of 31mpg on the highway, the striking new Jeep is towards the top of the segment in terms of both power and fuel economy.

The Jeep Wrangler Polar to Debut in Frankfurt

By Patrick Rall on September 4, 2013 - 12:18PM

The Chrysler Group has announced the first of their Frankfurt Motor Show debuts with the new Jeep Wrangler Polar – a special edition package for the European market that is designed to commemorate the coldest place on Earth.

Chrysler Introduces New 3.0L Pentastar V6 in China for Jeep Wrangler, Grand Cherokee

By Patrick Rall on August 30, 2013 - 2:40PM

Today at the Chengdu Motor Show in China, the Chrysler Group introduced the new 3.0L Pentastar V6 that is headed for the 2014 Jeep lineup and with the debut of this new engine – all Chrysler V6 powered vehicles in the world are packing Pentastar power.

NHTSA Investigating 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee for Interior Fires

By Patrick Rall on August 23, 2013 - 12:32PM

The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration has launched an investigation of the 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee after receiving several complaints that the headliner suddenly caught fire while the vehicle was being driven.

2014 Jeep Cherokee uses soy based materials in a move towards green manufacturing

By John Goreham on July 18, 2013 - 2:39PM

The new Cherokee will use an acoustic foam made from plants rather than petroleum. It has some surprising other benefits as well.

Chrysler recalls 490,000 cars and SUVs for defective head restraints

By Anthony Faccenda on July 3, 2013 - 4:00PM

Chrysler announced today that it is recalling certain Chrysler, Dodge and Jeep models to address defective electronics in head restraints.

Chrysler launches first ever SRT brand TV ads (Videos)

By Patrick Rall on June 17, 2013 - 1:09PM

This past weekend, the Chrysler Group launched the first advertising campaign specifically for the SRT Brand and in fine “go big or go home” fashion – the Street and Racing Technology division hit the airwaves with four versions of the same commercial.

Chrysler recalls Dodge Dart because engines may stall

By Anthony Faccenda on June 10, 2013 - 11:21PM

Chrysler is recalling almost 15,000 Dodge Darts because certain vehicles may experience stalling in cold weather conditions.

The 2014 Jeep Cherokee pricing announced - less than the old Liberty

By Patrick Rall on June 10, 2013 - 6:33PM

The Chrysler Group announced pricing for the 2014 Jeep Cherokee and in a surprising turn of events – the funky new Cherokee carries an entry price that is actually lower than the price of the Jeep Liberty which it effectively replaces with a base price of just $22,995 plus destination.

Chrysler recalls 400k Jeep Patriot, Compass SUVs for airbag defect

By Anthony Faccenda on June 6, 2013 - 12:48PM

Chrysler is recalling certain 2010-2012 Jeep Patriot and Compass vehicles due to a hazardous airbag software defect.

Chrysler recalls 220k Jeep Wrangler SUVs over potential transmission failure

By Anthony Faccenda on June 6, 2013 - 11:48AM

Chrysler is recalling certain model year 2012-2013 Jeep Wranglers due to a transmission fluid leakage problem that may lead to total loss of transmission function.

Chrysler refuses NHTSA recall of 2.7 million Jeeps

By Aaron Turpen on June 4, 2013 - 2:55PM

Chrysler says that the government's data is incomplete and that their proposed recall of 2.7 million Jeep Grand Cherokee and Jeep Liberty SUVs is flawed.

The 2013 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited Moab Edition: Unstoppable offroad, plush inside

By Patrick Rall on May 31, 2013 - 4:58PM

The 2013 Jeep Wrangler Moab Edition is named after the famous offroading area in Utah and while the features of the Moab Edition make this model a nearly unstoppable machine when it leaves paved roads – with plenty of luxurious features inside that make this a very comfortable daily driver on the asphalt.

The dash of the 2013 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited Moab Edition

By Patrick Rall on May 31, 2013 - 4:53PM

The front seats of the 2013 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited Moab Edition

By Patrick Rall on May 31, 2013 - 4:53PM

The front fender of the 2013 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited Moab Edition

By Patrick Rall on May 31, 2013 - 4:52PM

The rear end of the 2013 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited Moab Edition

By Patrick Rall on May 31, 2013 - 4:51PM

The side profile of the 2013 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited Moab Edition

By Patrick Rall on May 31, 2013 - 4:51PM

The 2013 MINI Cooper Cabriolet. Image © 2013 by Don Bain

MINI, Jeep racking up most moans and groans

By Don Bain on May 25, 2013 - 8:57PM

Mini and Jeep models are generating the most complaints by owners of any brand on the market; despite the fact all cars are built a lot better than they were 20 years ago.

11 of 13 new small SUVs fail to pass IIHS safety test

By Denis Flierl on May 17, 2013 - 3:01PM

A new safety test, conducted by the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety finds shocking results for the small SUV segment. See if your vehicle is on the list.

Hennessey 2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee SRT8 HPE650

Meet the fastest Jeep Grand Cherokee in the world

By Denis Flierl on May 12, 2013 - 8:10AM

Last week we showed the Hennessey 2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee SRT8 HPE650 with the 650 hp upgrade. This week we get to see how fast it goes.

650 hp Hennessey Supercharged 2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee HPE650

See what happens when a 2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee SRT8 gets 650 hp

By Denis Flierl on May 7, 2013 - 1:36PM

There is only one performance shop who can come up with a 650 horsepower upgrade for the 2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee SRT8. See who would dare think of doing it.