When purchasing a vehicle, one of the most important factors in making your decision is the test drive. This part of the car-buying process presents the best opportunity to get an up-close-and-personal look at your potential ride. It also provides an opportunity to interact with the dealership and learn any information to help inform your decision. On a sunny spring day, we went out for … Read More
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What six new Jeep® Gladiator concept vehicles were showcased at the Easter Jeep® Safari?
If you’re looking for a test drive, this is the way to go. One of Jeep® brand’s finest traditions is the annual Easter Jeep Safari in Moab, Utah. Each year, thousands of Jeep brand enthusiasts gather together to participate in a week full of off-road adventures across some of the most scenic, yet challenging, terrain in the U.S. Jeep brand will make the 53rd edition … Read More
Catch a special glimpse of the 2019 Ram Heavy Duty Lone Star
Going big in the Lone Star State. As all of the FCA US LLC brands spotlighted their latest 2019 and 2020 vehicles at the DFW Auto Show, a new truck took center stage at the Ram brand station. Arriving in the second quarter of this year, Ram brand offered a sneak peek of its 2019 Ram 2500 and 3500 Heavy Duty Lone Star editions, distributed … Read More
2020 Jeep® Gladiator and FCA US LLC brands shine bright at DFW Auto Show
Thriving in the spotlight. As one of the premier events in the industry, the DFW Auto Show brings the best and brightest from all automotive brands. It was no different for FCA US LLC as their latest and greatest vehicles shined bright on the big stage. Across the showroom floor, the newest 2019 and 2020 models from Chrysler, Dodge, Jeep®, Ram, Mopar, SRT®, FIAT® and … Read More
The origins and rebirth of the Jeep® Gladiator
Since last year, many across the automotive industry have highly anticipated the rebirth and arrival of the Jeep® Gladiator. While it’s been over 25 years since they were last produced, pickup trucks have played a pivotal role in Jeep brand’s history. As we lead up to the new 2020 Jeep Gladiator hitting dealership floors, we dug through the Jeep brand archives to check out the … Read More
The good, the bad and the real deal of used car shopping
Let’s talk used car shopping. I know, I know. Yuck. But let’s do it anyway, just for a little while. Have you added a driver to the family and are now looking to add a vehicle as well? Or maybe you’ve been thinking about getting something that gets better gas mileage to use for your daily commuter. If so, it’s a good time to get … Read More
A conversation with Autotrader
Last month, online car shopping site, Autotrader, featured the Chrysler Pacifica, Jeep® Wrangler and Ram 1500 on its 10 Best Certified Pre-Owned (CPO) Cars for 2019. The Jeep Wrangler and Ram 1500 were featured on the non-luxury list and the Chrysler Pacifica was awarded for the top luxury vehicles. We spoke with Brian Moody, executive editor of Autotrader, and covered the FCA US LLC vehicles … Read More
FCA US LLC searches for the next automotive design star
All it takes is one chance. High school students across the country hope and search for opportunities to flex their creative muscles in hopes of finding a career that will fulfill their passions. Of course when it comes to the workforce and finding such opportunities, it can be easier said than done. Mark Trostle, Head of Performance, Passenger Car and Utility Vehicle Design for FCA … Read More
Should you buy your leased vehicle? How to decide
Two and a half years ago, you walked into the dealership, fell in love and drove home in your shiny new car. The lease contract payment fit your budget perfectly and the plethora of lease-end options were very appealing. Now, with only a few months left, the time has arrived to research those options and determine which works best for you. Financial Aspects When considering … Read More
See which FCA US LLC vehicles won KBB.com awards
The 2019 Jeep® Wrangler and 2019 FIAT® 124 Spider were named winners of the Kelley Blue Book (KBB.com) 5-Year Cost to Own awards. The honor marked the fifth consecutive victory for the Jeep Wrangler, but the vehicle’s first in the Off-Road SUV/Crossover category. This was the first year of eligibility for the FIAT 124 Spider in the Sports Car category. The awards honored vehicles that … Read More