the Dakota nameplate for its new midsize pickup for the U.S. market. Ram has not revealed too many details about the midsize Dakota yet, other than production is moving to Toledo Assembly Complex from previously-planned Belvidere Assembly Plant. It will be a body-on-frame vehicle, separate from the Jeep Gladiator built there, as well as the Wrangler. The Ram Dakota will start pre-production in 2027 before launching as a 2028 model. The U.S. Dakot...

News  Updated at: 2025/12/20

truly believe that hybrid is going to be one of the favorite powertrains in the U.S.,” Filosa stated. Filosa clarified that Stellantis is “focusing more on traditional hybrids rather than plug-in hybrid models,” noting lower demand for PHEVs in the U.S. Left unsaid was the fact that 2023-2025 Jeep Wrangler and Grand Cherokee 4xe PHEV models have experienced two major recalls in 2025, with the larger one involving battery fire risk, and that...

News  Updated at: 2025/12/13

Jeep highlights 2026 model year offerings with Wrangler Moab 392 On November 12, as one of the 12 special editions that the company will introduce monthly over the next year, Jeep introduced the Wrangler Moab 392 trim level for 2026, which features a 6.4-liter V8 engine that develops 470 hp and 470 lb-ft of torque, 35-inch all-terrain tires, 4.56 axle ratio, 2.72:1 Selec-Trac full-time T-case, and two-mode dual exhaust.  For 2026, Wrangler model...

News  Updated at: 2025/11/13

Stellantis recalls 375,709 Jeep hybrid models in U.S., Canada, Mexico over fire risk On November 4, Stellantis announced it is recalling an 320,065 U.S.-market plug-in hybrid SUVs to resolve a potential fire risk. The U.S. action covers 228,2212020-25 Wranglers and 91,844 2022-26 Grand Cherokees. The company notes also that 20,753 vehicles are affected in Canada, 2,653 in Mexico and 32,238 in certain markets outside North America, for a total of ...

News  Updated at: 2025/11/05

the Toledo Assembly Complex in Ohio that was originally scheduled for the plant in Belvidere, Illinois. New details have come to light regarding exact plant location and platform. A new report claims that the new truck will be built on a new body-on-frame platform on the Toledo North line where the Jeep Wrangler is built, not the South facility where the Jeep Gladiator pickup is built. According to sources close to the union in Toledo, pilot prod...

News  Updated at: 2025/10/31

Jeep recalls Wrangler 4xe hybrids it bricked with an OTA software update 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 “bricked” themselves. According to the U.S. National H...

News  Updated at: 2025/10/25

addition to a regular cadence of 19 refreshed products across all U.S. assembly plants and updated powertrains planned through 2029. New investments include:  Illinois     •    Stellantis will invest more than USD 600 million to reopen the Belvidere Assembly Plant for 2027 production of the Jeep Cherokee and Compass models, creating 3,300 new jobs. Ohio     •    Assembly of an all-new midsize truck, previously allocated to the Belv...

News  Updated at: 2025/10/16

Stellantis cancels plans for Jeep Gladiator 4xe plug-in hybrid variant 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 Jeep brand has already begun reinvesting funding to ensure th...

News  Updated at: 2025/09/23

Tesla, Jeep lead in 2025 American-Made Index On June 17, Cars.com unveiled its 20th annual American-Made Index (AMI). Released amid rising tariffs and inflationary pressures, this year's index is of interest to OEMs, suppliers, consumers, and the U.S. government. The American-Made Index ranks cars based on five factors:     •    Location(s) of final assembly   •    Percentage of U.S. and Canadian parts as per the American Automobile ...

News  Updated at: 2025/06/18

es. Delivery schedules for this contract will commence from the next financial year onwards. Valued at INR 3 billion, it is one of the largest orders in Remsons’ history. The partnership with Stellantis North America will see Remsons supplying critical components for vehicle platforms such as the Jeep Wrangler and RAM. Remsons will also supply products for smart cars and three-wheeler into Stellantis Europe.  Based on stock exchange filing/ pr...

News  Updated at: 2025/05/15

Stellantis pauses Jeep Gladiator production in Toledo due to parts issue On April 28, Stellantis paused production of Jeep Gladiator pickups in Toledo as it works to "align parts inventory with demand".  The Toledo Assembly Complex's south plant normally builds the Gladiator on two shifts. The Toledo facility also makes the Jeep Wrangler. Stellantis says it "will continue to monitor the situation to assess whether further action is required, but...

News  Updated at: 2025/05/02

Auto is said to have already secured at least USD 111 million in Series A funding, with even more coming through a subsequent Series B round. Slate Auto will launch first with an affordable, high-volume model which owners will be able to customize with modular add-ons and accessories, not unlike a Jeep Wrangler. For this, Slate has already trademarked taglines including “We Built It. You Make It.” and “Blank Slate.” The company’s leade...

News  Updated at: 2025/04/18

Stellantis’ U.S. sales decline 11.8% in Q1 2025 On April 1, Stellantis’ FCA US LLC reported total U.S. sales of 293,225 vehicles in the first quarter of 2025, representing a decline of 11.8%. While fleet sales were hit by market uncertainty, retail sales for the company remained level year over year. Jeep brand sales declined 10.5% to 140,583 units in Q1     •    The all-electric Jeep Wagoneer S, arriving in U.S. dealerships this quart...

News  Updated at: 2025/04/03

Jeep unveils images and specs of all-new Jeep Recon It was reported on February 18 that Jeep has launched a new minisite, showing images of the new Jeep Recon and some of its features, and confirming that this Jeep will be available with the brand's Trail Rated off-road badge guarantee. Jeep says that to get the Trail Rated badge on its fender, a model has to go through five grueling tests of off-road capability, have high ground clearance and se...

News  Updated at: 2025/02/21

tail. The letter did state that the company would also move forward with plans to build the next generation Dodge Durango at the company’s Detroit Assembly Complex, and that there would be additional investment in the Toledo Assembly Complex and Toledo Machining Plant to support production of the Jeep Wrangler and Gladiator products. The company also plans to make additional investments in its Kokomo facilities to produce the GMET4 EVO engine, ...

News  Updated at: 2025/01/23

Stellantis sales in U.S. down 7% in Q4, down 15% for full-year 2024 On January 3, Stellantis’ FCA US LLC reported that overall U.S. sales declined by 7% to 320,743 vehicles in Q4 2024, and were down 15% to 1,303,570 vehicles for full-year 2024. •Jeep sales were down 9% to 138,576 units in Q4 and for 2024 were down 9% to 587,725 units  •Ram sales were down 4% to 129,321 units in Q4, and for 2024 were down 19% to 439,039 units •Chrysler sa...

News  Updated at: 2025/01/07

," said spokeswoman Jodi Tinson. The news marks a positive change for workers from recent months, and follows the resignation on December 1 of CEO Carlos Tavares, who had been under fire from Stellantis dealers and the UAW.  The Toledo Assembly Complex comprises the South plant, which produces the Jeep Gladiator, and the North plant, which builds ICE and hybrid versions of the Jeep Wrangler. (Detroit Free Press article on December 22, 2024)...

News  Updated at: 2024/12/24

ed C4, offering hybrid and electric variants. DS Automobiles will reveal the world premiere of the DS N°8, a luxurious all-electric SUV coupé, alongside its entire electrified range. FIAT will introduce the versatile Grande Panda in hybrid and electric versions and the charming Topolino microcar. Jeep will celebrate the Avenger 4xe and Wrangler 4xe plug-in hybrids, while Lancia will debut the electric Ypsilon and its rally version, marking a re...

News  Updated at: 2024/12/19

regular Model Y and its Long Range version were tied for second place, the Cybertruck debuted on the list in third place.  •The Tesla Model S and Model X, along with three models of the Ford Mustang GT, tied for fourth place.   •Honda's Passport AWD and Passport Trailsport tied at No. 5 and Jeep's Wrangler Rubicon and Wrangler Sahara tied at No. 6.   •The Volkswagen ID.4 AWD and several models of the Chevrolet Colorado and GMC Canyon ...

News  Updated at: 2024/12/12

Jeep to launch new hybrid in U.S. in 2025 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 February 2023 when Stellantis idled the Belvidere Assembly plant in Illinois. Jeep currently ...

News  Updated at: 2024/11/26