Since taking over as the new head of Jeep Brand North America in September 2024, coming from his previous post at Ram, Bob Broderdorf has voiced a number of opinions and things that interest him in his quest to reignite Jeep sales.
At the Detroit Auto Show, Broderdorf noted that Jeep’s North American lineup lacks an

On January 13, Dodge and Jeep brand executives announced that their first EVs are starting to reach U.S. dealers after the launches of both EVs faced delays.
Approximately 100 Windsor-built Dodge Charger Daytona performance cars, built in Windsor, Canada, had arrived at dealers as of January 10, according to Dodge br

On January 10 at the Detroit Auto Show, Antonio Filosa, who runs the North America operations for Stellantis and leads the Jeep brand globally, said some key production decisions are on hold while the OEM awaits clarity on President-elect Donald Trump’s policies.
Stellantis has not yet decided where to build certain

On January 10, Stellantis announced that the Jeep Avenger’s range will expand with the 4xe version in 2025, offering three powertrains, two transmissions, and two drivetrain options. Deliveries start in April 2025.
In mid-2025, Jeep will launch the all-new Compass, built on a multi-energy platform with BEV, PHEV, and

On January 3, the Italian Metalworkers Federation (FIM-CISL) announced the production data of Stellantis Italy plants for 2024. The production shows a sharp decline after two years of growth. Stellantis Italy produced 475,090 vehicles i.e., down by 36.8% YoY from 751,384 in 2023. This marks the first time all plants

On December 19, Stellantis Spain announced that it has delivered 185 electrified Jeep and Peugeot vehicles to Endesa through Ayvens leasing. This is a part of Endesa's 2024 fleet renewal plan, aiming to double its EV count to nearly 450 and increase plug-in hybrids by 24%.
Endesa added 134 Jeep Compass 4xe plug-in hy

On December 23, Jeep announced the launch of its marketing campaign for the all-new Jeep Wagoneer S, the brand's first global battery-electric vehicle (BEV) first in U.S. and Canada, arriving to U.S. dealers beginning in January 2025. 
Built in Toluca, Mexico, the 2024 Wagoneer S has a starting MSRP of USD 71,995 (in

On December 17, Stellantis unveiled its new industrial plan for Italy during a roundtable at the Ministry of Business and Made in Italy (MIMIT), attended by government officials, Stellantis representatives, regional authorities, ANFIA, and trade unions.
Stellantis emphasized the country's importance to its operations

On November 21 at the 2024 Los Angeles Auto Show, Jeep CEO Antonio Filosa said the brand will add a hybrid gas-electric vehicle in 2025. 
The hybrid would be part of a planned Cherokee SUV model line replacement, one of five new models that Jeep will unveil in 2025. The compact Cherokee went out of production in Febr

On November 19, Stellantis unveiled the STLA Frame platform, a BEV-native, multi-energy platform engineered for full-size body-on-frame pickup trucks and SUVs – a critical segment in North America and select global markets. Ram and Jeep brand vehicles are the first to use STLA Frame.
STLA Frame platform is designed t

On November 7, Green NCAP released ratings of seven cars for eco-friendliness, including two Hondas: the Civic and the Honda e:Ny1, its first electric SUV. Other models reviewed were the Jeep Avenger, Mercedes Benz GLC, MINI Countryman, Škoda Karoq, and Subaru Crosstrek.
Honda Civic is a strong alternative to fully e

On November 6, Stellantis said it plans to cut a shift at its Toledo plant that builds Jeep Gladiator pickups, which will result in about 1,139 indefinite layoffs by early 2025.
Stellantis said the job cuts could take effect by as early as January 5, and that it had issued the necessary Worker Adjustment and Retraini

Jeep announced reduced pricing and new standard features for the 2025 Wagoneer and Grand Wagoneer full-size SUVs. The baseline Wagoneer will have its MSRP lowered by USD 3,000, while the baseline Grand Wagoneer will see the largest reductions with a decrease of USD 7,000.
The 2025 Wagoneer will have a starting MSRP o

On October 21, Jeep announced that the 2025 Grand Cherokee offers enhanced affordability to U.S. customers with a starting MSRP of USD 37,035. 
Jeep Grand Cherokee offers pricing reductions for all 3.6-liter Pentastar V6-powered models. The premium Jeep Grand Cherokee is offered in two-row, three-row, and 4xe plug-in

On October 21, Jeep India launched the new 2025 Jeep Meridian for a starting price of INR 2.5 million and INR 3.65 million. It is powered by a 2.0-litre turbocharged diesel engine that generates 125 kW at 3,750 rpm and a maximum torque of 350 Nm available between 1,750-2,500 rpm. It delivers a fuel economy of up to 1

On October 16, Stellantis announced consolidated shipments of 1,148,000 units for Q3 2024, a 20% decrease compared to Q3 2023. The shipment decline was more severe than the underlying sales decline in the period of approximately 15%, due to the temporary impacts of transitions in our product portfolio and dealer inve

On October 7, Stellantis announced that Jeep has revealed a design sketch of the next-generation Jeep Compass, a four-wheel-drive compact SUV built on the flexible STLA Medium platform.
It will offer various powertrain options, including fully electric, hybrid, and internal combustion. The production will start in Me

On September 18, Jeep announced a new lower price for 2025 Gladiator, now starting at USD 39,995, effectively repositioning the industry’s only open-air pickup in the U.S. market.
All Jeep Gladiator models will see manufacturer's suggested retail price (MSRP) revisions for 2025, alongside new standard equipment, incl

On September 11, Stellantis announced it is investing more than USD 406 million in three Michigan facilities to support its multi-energy strategy.
Sterling Heights Assembly Plant (SHAP)
   •   With an investment of USD 235.5 million, SHAP will produce the company’s first-ever battery electric 2025 Ram 1500 REV light-

Though Jeep previously has said the all-electric Wagoneer S would debut in fall 2024, Jeep CEO Antonio Filosa recently said that the brand is more focused on ensuring quality rather than a specific launch date.
Filosa said the Wagoneer is close to being ready and that he has information from the plant in Toluca, Mexi