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Jeep introduces 2018 Wrangler with mild hybrid, diesel options; plug-in hybrid version in 2020

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At the Los Angeles Auto Show, Jeep unveiled the 2018 Wrangler, with new mild hybrid (eTorque) and diesel options to be available. The 2018 Jeep Wrangler 2-door model is available in three different trim configurations: Sport, Sport S and Rubicon. liter Pentastar V-6 engine is upgraded for 2018. Earlier post. ).

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FCA says Jeep Wrangler environmental impact reduced by 15% compared to predecessor

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FCA says that its latest Global Warming Potential (GWP) analysis found that the redesigned-for-2018 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited has an overall GWP 15% lower than that of its predecessor. 2020 Jeep Wrangler Freedom Edition. In the Sahara trim level, the 2020 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited may be equipped with a version of the 2.0-liter

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FCA Melfi plant preparing for production of Jeep Renegade PHEV for 2020

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The FCA Melfi, Italy plant is beginning preparations to produce the Jeep Renegade Plug-in Hybrid Electric Vehicle (PHEV) scheduled for market launch in early 2020. The pre-production units of the new Jeep Renegade PHEV are scheduled in 2019. —Pietro Gorlier, Chief Operating Officer EMEA region.

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Stellantis unit loses case as Mahindra’s Jeep brochure allowed to promote in U.S.

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The prison spat started then Fiat — now a unit of automaker Stellantis — complained Roxor is a “nearly identical copy” of the Jeep, with some design components reminiscent of “boxy body shape with flat-appearing vertical sides and rear body ending at about the same height as the hood.” appeared first on Bauaelectric Auto News.

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FCA to invest $400M to convert idled Indiana transmission plant to build GMET4 engines

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liter Global Medium Engine inline four-cylinder turbo that is currently offered on the Jeep Wrangler and Jeep Cherokee. liter turbocharged I-4 engine is part of FCA’s Global Medium Engine family. FCA will invest $400 million to repurpose an idled transmission plant in Kokomo, Ind., engine with engine stop start (ESS).

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GlobalData: Maruti Suzuki expects lower EV penetration in India by 2030 compared to government’s target

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Suzuki Motors has a global EV alliance with Toyota, however it has lags with regards to its BEV strategy in India. Since announcing the revised target of 30% back in 2018, India has renewed efforts to boost the whole EV ecosystem, but the EV demand and supply remained limited given the strong market for affordable ICE vehicles.

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FCA proposes 50:50 merger with Groupe Renault

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The combination would create a brand portfolio that would provide full market coverage with a presence in all key segments from luxury/premium brands, such as Maserati and Alfa Romeo, to the strong access brands of Dacia and Lada, and would include the well-known Fiat, Renault, Jeep and Ram brands as well as commercial vehicles.