On October 29, Stellantis announced that Jeep has started production of the all-new third-generation Compass at Melfi plant in Italy, built on the STLA Medium platform.
The new Compass offers a wide range of powertrains from a 145 hp e-Hybrid and 195 hp plug-in hybrid to fully electric versions with up to 375 hp, all

On October 28, Jeep introduced the refreshed 2026 Grand Cherokee, featuring the all-new 2.0-liter Hurricane 4 Turbo engine. The new powertrain produces 324 horsepower and 332 lb-ft of torque, delivering class-leading fuel efficiency, a 6,200-pound towing capacity, and an estimated 529-mile range. It also debuts the i

On October 24, FISMIC union reported that Stellantis management, trade unions, and plant representatives had a meeting at the Melfi plant to discuss the production ramp-up for upcoming models.
Starting next week, production of the new Jeep Compass will begin with BHEV and MHEV versions, followed by the PHEV version.

On October 22, Stellantis announced it is recalling 24,238 2023-2025 Jeep Wrangler 4xe plug-in hybrids in the U.S. following a recent disastrous over-the-air software update that caused range of issues after resetting, including loss of communication and loss of power, including vehicles that completely shut down, or

On October 14, Stellantis MEA unveiled the new Jeep Commander, a seven-seater D-segment SUV in the Middle East region.
Jeep Commander comes with 2.0-litre turbo gasoline engine, which generates output of 272 hp and 400 Nm of torque, paired with a 9-speed automatic transmission and a capable 4x4 system.
It includes fe

On October 14, Stellantis announced the 2026 Jeep Grand Wagoneer, with new Jeep brand badging, powerful powertrains, including a range-extended electric vehicle (REEV) application, elevated exterior design and accessible price point under USD 65,000.
The Jeep brand is taking a step to simplify its SUV lineup by fully

Jeep is consolidating its “Wagoneer” and “Grand Wagoneer” lines into one starting with the 2026 model year, according to inside sources. The model will now simply be known as a “Grand Wagoneer,” with long-wheelbase variants affixing an ‘L’ to that name.
The Wagoneer and Grand Wagoneer lines, built at the Warren Truck

On September 29, Stellantis announced that the Jeep Avenger will be produced at the Porto Real Automotive Hub in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, reinforcing the plant’s multi-brand capability.
The move is part of a BRL 3 billion investment plan for the facility between 2025 and 2030, which includes boosting production capaci

On September 19, Stellantis told suppliers in a letter that it has canceled the Jeep Gladiator 4xe version amid an ongoing reassessment of its product plans. The company said the cancellation of the plug-in hybrid Gladiator is effective immediately, and all related activities and agreements will be concluded.
“The Je

On August 26, Stellantis MEA unveiled the all-new Jeep Gladiator. The vehicle sets a new benchmark for the bakkie segment with a refreshed design and features tailored for local drivers. The South Africa market gets one version i.e. the Gladiator Rubicon.
The vehicle features 3.6-litre Pentastar V6 engine which gener

On August 26, SoundHound AI, Inc., announced that its Generative AI-powered voice assistant, SoundHound Chat AI Automotive, has been rolled out and is now live and in production in select Jeep vehicles across several European markets.
The integration offers Jeep drivers and passengers greater convenience and connecti

On August 26, Stellantis Brazil announced the start of Jeep Commander exports to the Middle East, including Saudi Arabia, the United Arab Emirates, Oman, Qatar, Kuwait, and Bahrain.
More than 500 units are expected to be shipped by the end of the year, marking a strategic step in the company’s global expansion, and r

SoundHound AI has launched its generative AI-powered SoundHound Chat AI Automotive voice assistant in select Jeep vehicles across European markets.
The system blends in-vehicle controls with advanced conversational AI, enabling natural, contextual interactions that go far beyond traditional voice commands like naviga

Jeep unveiled the 2026 Cherokee at an event in Brooklyn, New York on August 21, 2025. The 2026 Cherokee is the sixth generation of the model after a brief discontinuation of the model after the 2023 model year.
The 2026 Jeep Cherokee features a new hybrid powertrain comprised of 1.6-liter turbocharged four-cylinder e

On August 21, 2025, Stellantis introduced a new 1.6-liter turbocharged 4-cylinder hybrid engine combined with a hybrid transmission featuring two electric motors. The powertrain will be featured on the sixth-generation 2026 Jeep Cherokee and is expected to produce 210 hp and 230 lb-ft of torque.
The engine has a high

On August 19, multiple sources reported that Stellantis Melfi plant will restart production on August 25, 2025, but output will stay low.
The old Jeep Compass is now fully discontinued, while the Jeep Renegade and Fiat 500X will continue for a few more months. The Renegade will be built only as a mild hybrid until Oc

On July 22, FCA U.S. is recalling more than 121,000 Jeep Cherokee and Grand Cherokee L models due to a defect in second-row head restraints that fail to lock in the upright position, posing a safety risk. The issue traces back to components supplied by Grammer Americas, the U.S. arm of German Tier 1 supplier Grammer

On July 22, Stellantis South Africa’s Managing Director announced that the new Citroen C3 Basalt will be coming early next year to complete the brand’s affordable hatchback and SUV line-up. It also launched the Citroen Hola panel van, which is designed for small businesses and urban use.
Opel Frontera will arrive in

On July 9, Stellantis announced that its connectivity platform, Mobilisights has partnered with Vinli, U.S based automotive data intelligence. The deal increases Vinli’s ability to offer better fleet management, risk analysis, and mobility solutions.
The partnership adds Stellantis to Vinli’s growing list of OEM conn

On July 7, the Jeep brand officially unveiled the all-new Compass 4xe interior, with a new dimension of design and functionality that sets it apart from every other version of the lineup.
The seat fabric is coated in polyurethane, making it twice as resistant as conventional cloth and significantly easier to clean. T