Photo Source: Ram Automakers are increasing investments greatly in mid-cycle enhancements of vehicles in immensely competitive segments. With that in mind, Ram is preparing a mid-cycle refresh for its 2500/3500 Heavy Duty lineup for the 2025 model year. Sources indicate the brand is favoring its dependable fourth-generation series launched in 2010. The most recent spy…
Photo Source: Jeep On July 25, 2024, Stellantis continued its strong presentations in the 2024 J.D. Power U.S. Automotive Performance, Execution, and Layout (APEAL) Study with two segment wins, three podium finishes, and uninterrupted influence among truck brands. What is the 2024 Automotive Performance, Execution, and Layout (APEAL) Study? The J.D. Power U.S. APEAL Study…
Photo Source: Stellantis Jeep has a tradition of building special edition models to cater to particular markets, such as the Texas-exclusive Jeep Gladiator Texas Trail model, assembled for Texans seeking a reasonably priced off-roader. On July 16, 2024, the automaker premiered the Gladiator High Tide Edition. It arrives to celebrate the 21st annual Jeep Beach…
Photo Source: Stellantis The Biden administration is taking significant steps in 2024 to increase electric vehicle (EV) production in the United States. As part of this initiative, the Department of Energy (DOE) announced plans to contribute approximately $1.1 billion in grants to automakers General Motors and Stellantis. Stellantis, the parent company of brands such as…
Photo Source: Ram Even though the Hemi V-8 engine might be absent from the 2025 Ram 1500 lineup, there is ample elation surrounding the all-new 2025 Ram 1500 RHO. To that end, sources indicate that one of these new RHO models was recently identified driving down the street. The RHO is prepared to set a…
Photo Source: Vineyard Vines Vineyard Vines, well-known for its grinning pink whale logo and casual clothing, announced its first-ever collaboration with Jeep. This alliance coincides with Vineyard Vines’ 26th birthday and Jeep’s 83rd anniversary, commemorating their shared passion for the outdoors and adventure. For reference, Vineyard Vines is an American clothing brand that began out…
Photo Source: Ram In March 2024, speculation that the 2025 Ram 2500/3500 Heavy Duty pickup trucks would alter their diesel powertrain strategy made the rounds. For years, Ram has offered a standard-output (S/O) Cummins Turbo Diesel engine on the Ram 2500 and 3500 and a high-output (H/O) version for the Ram 3500 model. From June…
Photo Source: Chrysler KEY TAKEAWAYS 32 miles of EV-only range EPA-estimated 82 miles per gallon average of combined gasoline and electric driving $7,500 federal tax credit What is the most efficient way to move the maximum number of people with minimal fuel consumption? The 2024 Chrysler Pacifica plug-in hybrid electric minivan makes a strong case…
Photo Source: Dodge The only challenge with purchasing the world’s most affordable 700-plus-horsepower supercars is that Dodge dealers sometimes mark them up beyond what is economically reasonable. Readers should not accuse the automaker, however. After all, the manufacturer does not own the dealerships; it just assembles the cars. Fortunately, we are at the end of…
Photo Source: Jeep Admittedly, new vehicles are more expensive than ever. There is one exception, though: the Jeep Grand Cherokee. In a rare twist, the automaker has taken a massive red pen to the bottom line of most Grand Cherokee trim levels for the 2024 model year. Customers can expect a $2,000 year-over-year price drop…
