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

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 leadership...

News  Updated at: 2025/04/18

ver 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 quarter, saw sales of 2,595 units.    •    Jeep Grand Cherokee 4xe accounted for 23% of total Grand Cherokee sales in Q1 2025    •    Jeep Wrangler 4xe accounted for 26% of total Wrangler sales in Q1 2025 Ram brand overall sales fell 2.0% to 93,368 units, though Q1 retail sales increased ...

News  Updated at: 2025/04/03

g water fording. It has to have high suspension articulation to keep the tires on the rocks off-road, and Jeep says it demands high levels of traction and a wheelbase that lets it get around trail obstacles. Jeep also confirmed that the Recon 4xe EV would have a Moab trim, similar to the one on the Wrangler, that gives the model 32-inch tall tires, limited-slip differential and different bumpers. While the Recon will arrive at Jeep showrooms in l...

News  Updated at: 2025/02/21

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, ensur...

News  Updated at: 2025/01/23

•Fiat brand sales were up 317% to 742 units in Q4, and for 2024 were up 154% to 1,528 units •Alfa Romeo sales were down 38% to 2,039 units in Q4, and for 2024 were down 19% to 8,865 units Plug-in Hybrid Electric Vehicles (PHEVs): FCA US led the U.S. PHEV market in 2024 with a 41% share. The Jeep Wrangler 4xe was the top-selling plug-in hybrid, followed by the Jeep Grand Cherokee 4xe (3rd) and the Chrysler Pacifica Hybrid (4th). BEVs: The comp...

News  Updated at: 2025/01/07

ent 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

ants. 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 return to motorsports. Leapmotor will make...

News  Updated at: 2024/12/19

r 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 tied fo...

News  Updated at: 2024/12/12

el 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 markets 4xe hybrid models across the vehicle lineup including the Grand Cherokee and Wrangler 4xe models in the U.S., and in Europe, sells 4xe versions of the Compass and Renegade. Jeep North America CEO Bob Broderdorf noted that "2025...

News  Updated at: 2024/11/26

r sales as the company seeks to slash inventories of many of its models before the end of 2024.  For 2025, Stellantis has repositioned pricing for the Gladiator and will also offer a plug-in hybrid variation for the first time. The Gladiator is built at the same Toledo Assembly Complex as the Jeep Wrangler SUV, which has also slowed or stopped production recently. Until the cut occurs in early January, Stellantis plans to rotate shifts, with the...

News  Updated at: 2024/11/08

uck Assembly Plant, where the Jeep Wagoneer and Grand Wagoneer are built and where about 1,100 workers were recently let go, was also halted this week, as it has frequently been this year due to low orders of the large SUVs.. Toledo Assembly Complex also this week scaled back production of the Jeep Wrangler SUVs and Gladiator pickups it builds. Toledo has faced production cuts several times in 2024. Warren Stamping Plant, which feeds key Stellant...

News  Updated at: 2024/10/31

5.  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 hybrid models. The plug-in hybrid Jeep Grand Cherokee 4xe is the second best-selling PHEV in the U.S., behind only Jeep Wrangler 4xe. The electrified Grand Cherokee has a 56 MPGe rating, 25 miles of all-electric range. "By making the 2025 Grand Cherokee more affordable,...

News  Updated at: 2024/10/22

onth over month during the third quarter from 7.2% in July to 8% in September while inventory was reduced by 50,000 units (-11.6%) with the introduction of an aggressive incentive program across the U.S.  Jeep brand sold 144,963 units in the U.S. in Q3, a decline of -6.2% •    The Jeep brand's Wrangler 4xe and Grand Cherokee 4xe remain the No. 1 and No. 2 best-selling plug-in hybrids in the U.S., respectively.•    Jeep Wrangler 4xe sold ...

News  Updated at: 2024/10/03

Stellantis woes continue with recall of 194,245 Jeep PHEVs over fire risks On September 30, Stellantis said it is recalling 194,245 2020-2024 Jeep Wrangler 4xe and 2022-2024 Jeep Grand Cherokee 4xe plug-in hybrids to address fire risks after 13 fires were reported.  The recall includes 154,032 vehicles in the U.S., 14,038 in Canada, 673 in Mexico and 25,502 outside North America. Stellantis said the fires occurred when the vehicles were parked a...

News  Updated at: 2024/10/02

e vehicle to be perfect for the consumers. Jeep's current market strategy includes bringing out fresh midsize offerings, including the Wagoneer S, and building a product portfolio that covers a range of powertrain options. Jeep hopes to generate more volume in the near term with the Wagoneer S, the Wrangler-inspired Recon EV and a crossover coming in 2025 that could revive the Cherokee name. (multiple sources on September 10, 2024)...

News  Updated at: 2024/09/12

Jeep Wrangler, Gladiator engine fires bring U.S. NHTSA investigation On September 9, the U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) posted documents on its website that it has begun an investigation into more than 781,000 Jeep Wrangler and Gladiator vehicles from the 2021-2023 model years, whose engines can catch fire even with the ignition turned off. NHTSA has nine complaints of engine fires from owners including one that cause...

News  Updated at: 2024/09/10

KUKA, Germany transforms Jeep Wrangler production with advanced technology On August 13, KUKA Systems announced that its KUKA Toledo Production Operations (KTPO) has revolutionized high-volume, multi-variant production on a single line for the Jeep Wrangler's body-in-white plant. By integrating 259 industrial robots and 60,000 devices with advanced monitoring systems, KTPO ensures top-quality output. The Jeep Wrangler stands out due to its rising...

News  Updated at: 2024/08/14

9% from Q2 2023 to 39,766 units.•    Dodge brand sales were down about 17% from last year to 49,787 units.•    Fiat brand sales were up 119% from Q2 2023 to 316 units.•    Alfa Romeo sales were up also, about 8% to 2,492 units. Electrified products have been moving up: •    The Jeep Wrangler 4xe accounted for 39% (15,124 units) of total Wrangler sales in the second quarter, while the Jeep Grand Cherokee 4xe accounted for 12% (6,46...

News  Updated at: 2024/07/03

Jeep opens orders for all-new electric Wagoneer S after May 30 reveal On May 22, Jeep released a teaser video and announced it will start taking reservations for its first all-electric vehicle, the Wagoneer S, the day following a May 30 reveal event in New York City. Deliveries for the premium midsize EV are expected this fall.  Late in 2024 a second fully-electric Jeep, the Wrangler-inspired Recon SUV, also is set to launch. The new EVs will b...

News  Updated at: 2024/05/24