Archive for January, 2008

Chrysler to Fast Track Changes to Crappy Vehicles

There is word coming out of the North American International Auto Show that Chrysler is going to start fast tracking changes, or “enhancements” to their current lineup vehicles. The big changes will be seen on the Jeep Patriot and Jeep Compass and 10 other vehicles in the Chrysler lineup. >Chrysler LLC is readying a sweeping, [...]

Does Blue-tec In the Renegade, Mean Bluetec In the Wrangler?

The new Jeep Renegade concept vehicle is powered by two things. Electricity and a Bluetec diesel engine. Yes, a diesel engine. It’s like an uber-eco hybrid vehicle. Take one part electric motor, and add a motor that can run partly on french fry oil. See this video for more on the Jeep Renegade concept: My [...]

[Press Release] Official Jeep Renegade Announcement

A B-segment Jeep® concept vehicle, the Renegade is a sporty, “minimized” two-seater ideally suited for the all-weather fun of dune-surfing or rock-crawling. “With an electric motor powering each axle, the Jeep Renegade concept is designed for a ‘hang on and have fun experience,’” said Tony Shamenkov, Jeep Renegade concept principal exterior designer. Constructed of environmentally [...]

Meet Jeep Wrangler’s Ugly Cousin…The Hummer HX

Look familiar? It’s the Wrangler’s ugly cousin.Today, the media embargo on the new Hummer HX has been lifted, and we can all look at the pile of crap that GM has come up with. Basically take the square stylings that are on every GM vehicle and mix in the [Jeep Hurricane concept](http://seriouswheels.com/cars/top-2005-Jeep-Hurricane-Concept.htm “Jeep Hurricane concept”) [...]

At Least Chrysler Is Picking Up Overseas

Chrysler’s sales are up 15% overseas. This increase in sales is being lead by the [Jeep Compass](http://www.jeep.com/compass “Jeep Compass”) of all things. The Jeep Compass!!! It makes me wonder if the financials of Chrysler are being affected by the dollar. Or, do Chrysler’s sakes figures look at the number of units sold? Either way, there [...]