Automakers Unveil More Economical, Fuel-Efficient Models at New York Auto Show Apr 10, 2009
Chrysler s big New York debut is the redesigned 2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee. In addition to a much improved interior, more space and better off-road abilities, the SUV gets a new V6 engine with 280 horsepower (a Hemi V8 will be optional). (Fox News)
Small cars at NY show; will they sell? Apr 10, 2009
On Wednesday, Chrysler LLC President Jim Press surprised reporters when he drove the iconic minicar onstage during the automaker's press conference to unveil a new Jeep Grand Cherokee. Chrysler, faulted for focusing too much on trucks and SUVs, is likely to bring the 500 to America if it completes a deal with Italian automaker Fiat SpA and survives its financial troubles. (AZCentral -- Business)
Government deadline OK, Chrysler CEO says Apr 9, 2009
Press surprised reporters at Chrysler's news conference to unveil a new Jeep Grand Cherokee by arriving on the stage in an iconic Fiat 500 subcompact ... Shortly after, the 2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee rounded the stage's corner and ascended a series of steps onto the stage. (The Clarion-Ledger)
New cars debut, minus some glitz Apr 9, 2009
While the company's big unveiling was a new Jeep Grand Cherokee, the attention was clearly on the small car, which Chrysler may bring to the United States if it completes its tie-up with Italy's Fiat Group SpA.. "Don't you think that this would be a perfect car to get around New York City?" he asked. (Boston Globe)
Chrysler Unveils SUV After Govt. Scolding Apr 9, 2009
The White House also scolded Chrysler for having a product lineup heavily weighted with trucks and SUVs, yet the only new product the company is unveiling at the New York show is a redesigned Jeep Grand Cherokee. Chrysler insists the SUV, which clocks in at 20 mpg in its two-wheel-drive version and 19 in four-wheel-drive, is a crowd favorite and a crucial part of its lineup. (Time.com)
New Chrysler SUV focuses on fuel economy Apr 9, 2009
Chrysler, under government pressure to make more efficient vehicles, revealed a redesigned Jeep Grand Cherokee SUV yesterday that is bigger than the old version and gets better fuel economy. Chrysler, facing bankruptcy under a 30-day deadline to reorganise debt, win labour concessions and form a partnership with Fiat, promoted the new Grand Cherokee and Chrysler 300 sedan as among the company's "most successful, iconic models" in the viability plan it submitted to the government in February. (Business Report, South Africa)
Chrysler still rolling out gas guzzlers Apr 8, 2009
Chrysler insists the Jeep Grand Cherokee, which clocks in at 8. 5km/l in its two-wheel-drive version and 19 in four-wheel-drive, is a crowd favourite and a crucial part of its lineup. (Business Report, South Africa)
BMW X5 and X6 go big Apr 7, 2009
BMW X5 and X6 get the high-performance M treatment which means new technology, sporty dynamics and a monster 408kW V8 engine when they arrive in South Africa in early 2010 with an eye on the likes of Mercedes ML 63 AMG, Porsche Cayenne Turbo S, Audi Q7 V12 TDI and Jeep Grand Cherokee SRT8. Both BMW models accelerate to 100 km/h from a standstill in 4. (iAfrica.com)
Election Reaction: Different takes on SA election 2009 Apr 3, 2009
Unfortunately, each of those students was denied the candidate of their choice, for of all things, a made-up rule and a 1997 Jeep Grand Cherokee. If there is to be any lesson from my getting kicked off the ballot it should be that clearly reform is needed. (GW Hatchet, Washington DC)
Bosh responds to lawsuit Mar 28, 2009
According to Bosh's affidavit, he rented a Jeep Grand Cherokee for Mathis to use while she was in Dallas and getting ready for the baby and paid for the mortgage, taxes and other expenses on their $1. 6-million home in Frisco, Tex. (Globe and Mail -- Sports)
Autos Task Force Sees Chrysler, GM Electric Cars Mar 10, 2009
Then it was off to the Chrysler plant in a 2009 silver Jeep Grand Cherokee Laredo driven by Bloom, where they met with top Chrysler executives, including CEO Bob Nardelli, Vice Chairmen Jim Press and Tom LaSorda and Chief Financial Officer Ron Kolka. They entered the plant near an auditorium in which the company had placed several of its future products, including electric and hybrid vehicles. (ABC News -- Wire)
American SUV sales jump in Iraq Mar 3, 2009
A Baghdad car lot worker cleans a Jeep Grand Cherokee ... Dealers said that high-ranking government and security officials favor large GMC Yukons, while families looking for cheap but reliable American SUVs tend to opt for the Jeep Grand Cherokee. (USA Today)
Chicago Tribune: Racine couple caught in tar pit of a claim system (33) Mar 1, 2009
A Racine couple has waited a year to get paid for the damage caused to their Jeep Grand Cherokee caused by a City of Chicago snowplow. So they shared their saga with the Chicago Tribune s consumer columnist Jon Yates, who writes the What s Your Problem. (Racine Journal Times, WI)
Midsize SUV sports a variety of engines Mar 1, 2009
The Jeep Grand Cherokee midsize sport utility vehicle gets an update that includes a more powerful 4. 7-liter V-8 engine and newly available entertainment options, including a MyGIG navigation and entertainment system and Sirius Backseat TV.. (Boston Globe)
Calaveras entrepreneurs market hydrogen units Feb 27, 2009
Shepherd first installed the unit in his own car, a 1996 six-cylinder Jeep Grand Cherokee. It went from getting 13. (San Andreas Calaveras Enterprise, CA)
Carlisle police search for woman using counterfeit money Feb 26, 2009
The woman, who was in her 40s, had long, dark hair and wore a blue jacket and blue jeans, left in a newer-model green Jeep Grand Cherokee after buying three money orders with authentic bills, police said. Police ask anyone with information to contact them at 243-5252. (Carlisle Sentinel, PA)
Charges sought after shoplifting incident Feb 13, 2009
Police were called to the South Shore Plaza on the afternoon of Feb. 11 after two women fled Filene s Basement and drove off in a Jeep Grand Cherokee. The loss prevention officer informed Officer Matthew Crowley that he saw the Yarmouth woman, whose name is being withheld because she has not yet been charged with a crime, conceal the necklace in her shopping bag. (Braintree Forum, MA)
Cities differ over car perks Mar 30, 2008
Greg Cox: 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee. Bill Horn: 2007 Chevrolet Suburban. (San Diego Union-Tribune)
Ethanol hits local pipeline Mar 24, 2008
Chrysler, Ford, and General Motors all make flex-fuel vehicles, most of them trucks or SUVs such as the Jeep Grand Cherokee, the Ford Explorer and the Chevrolet Suburban. Most vehicles that use E85 experience a 15 to 20 percent drop in fuel economy, according to the National Ethanol Vehicle Coalition. (Albany Times Union)
What the worlds richest put in their garages Mar 10, 2008
Mrs. Wynn also drives a Bentley Arnage and Jeep Grand Cherokee, but appreciates the thrill of the Ferrari, even if it comes with compromises. "It's just a sound unlike any other car and driving it is so much fun, especially with the paddles," she says, referring to the controls behind the steering wheel for shifting gears. (MSNBC -- Business)
Hoops enthusiasts out in force Mar 8, 2008
Future stars bring crowd for regional action. Future stars bring crowd for regional action. (The Daily Reflector)
Tax Break For First-Time Homebuyers In Southold? Mar 6, 2008
Bid Acceptance The board has accepted the bid from Mullen Motors Inc. to supply the town Department of Public Works with a 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee Laredo for $23,412. Suffolk Life Newspapers 2008. (Suffolk Life Newspapers, NY)
Complete List Mar 6, 2008
Buick Rendezvous (AWD) Buick Terraza Chevrolet Astro Chevrolet Blazer Chevrolet Colorado (4WD) Chevrolet S-10 Pickup (4WD) Chevrolet Uplander Chevrolet Venture Chrysler Town & Country (AWD) Dodge Grand Caravan (AWD) GMC Canyon (4WD) GMC Jimmy GMC S-15 Sonoma (4WD) GMC Safari Jeep Grand Cherokee Kia Sedona Land Rover Discovery, LR3 Lincoln Aviator Mercedes-Benz SL Nissan Armada (4WD) Nissan Titan (4WD) Oldsmobile Bravada Oldsmobile Silhouette Pontiac Aztek Pontiac G6 Pontiac Montana, Trans Sport,... (NBC4.tv, CA)
Kittery police looking for stolen vehicle Feb 29, 2008
The vehicle is described as a 1996 gold Jeep Grand Cherokee with Maine plates 3892 PL.. Anyone with information may contact Kittery Police at (207) 439-1638. (Seacoast New Hampshire)
Why Prof "Okro Mouth" Lost His Job Feb 20, 2008
A Land Cruiser costs in the $65K ballpark, and a Jeep Grand Cherokee is in the $35K range. Instead of buying a Land Cruiser, they can buy a Grand Cherokee and save around $30K. Use the money to drill 2 boreholes for each of the 7 surrounding villages and stick an extra on campus for posterity. (Ghana Web, Ghana)
TomTom appears to have met its match Feb 17, 2008
They were loading furniture into a Jeep Grand Cherokee. To get the couch out the doorway, they had cut it into pieces with a power saw. (Boston Globe)
Holly Springs man builds his own 'man cave' Feb 16, 2008
Holly Springs man builds his own 'man cave. Holly Springs man builds his own 'man cave. (The Daily Reflector)
Chrysler to cut back its lineups Feb 9, 2008
In the mid-size sport utility vehicle category, for example, the company makes the Jeep Grand Cherokee, Patriot and Liberty, the Dodge Durango and Nitro, and the Chrysler Aspen. The issue of duplication isn't unique to Chrysler among U.S. automakers. (Los Angeles Times)
Nielsen's Recap Of 2008 Super Bowl Advertising Feb 8, 2008
Hyundai Genesis ran 2 ads at 30-seconds each; Audi R8 ran one minute-long commercial; Toyota Corolla and CarMax Auto Dealership each ran a 30-second commercial; GMC Yukon Hybrid Trucks ran one 60-second spot; and Acura MDX, Jeep Grand Cherokee, and Toyota Sequoia each ran one 30-second commercial to promote their truck brands. After cutting back in 2007, Motion Pictures returned with 4 minutes and 15 seconds of commercial time. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Kewanee man appears in court for theft of SUV Feb 6, 2008
CAMBRIDGE A man who left his Jeep Grand Cherokee running outside the Shamrock Tavern, 200 S. Boss St., last Thursday evening was the victim of a theft. Judge Ted Hamer found probable cause in Henry County Circuit Court Monday to believe Kirk Delles of Kewanee committed a felony. (Kewanee Star Courier, IL)
Investigators await toxicology reports Baird's autopsyfails to determine cause of death Jan 29, 2008
The 33-year-old was found around 8 a.m. Thursday in his Jeep Grand Cherokee on a private logging road off Route 641 near Neelyton, just west of the Franklin County line. State police have said there was no evidence of foul play. (Waynesboro Record Herald, PA)
Steuben officials: 911 director must move to county Jan 27, 2008
While public criticism called for improving dispatch times, it also focused on Wixom's non-county resident status and use of a county vehicle, a 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee ... In March 2006, he was assigned a Jeep Grand Cherokee. (Corning Leader, NY)
Missing man's body is found in his vehicle Jan 26, 2008
State police had enlisted the public's help in looking for Baird's 2002 Jeep Grand Cherokee after he was reported missing and endangered earlier this month. However, authorities were unable to develop any substantive leads in the case. (Waynesboro Record Herald, PA)
Consumers retrench as economy weakens Jan 22, 2008
decided not to replace her 12-year-old vehicle, a Jeep Grand Cherokee with 125,000 miles on it, to avoid taking on a car payment. She and her husband Dave, a commercial artist known for his Star Wars illustrations, also are "aggressively paying off credit card debt." And Dorman is seeking new opportunities to expand her business, perhaps into growth areas such as video-gaming. (Anchorage Daily News)
Brook Valley has new owners Jan 18, 2008
By The Daily Reflector. Friday, January 18, 2008. (The Daily Reflector)
State police seek help to locate missing Franklin County man Jan 17, 2008
He has brown hair that is kept above the ears and collar and was driving a black 2002 Jeep Grand Cherokee with Pennsylvania registration FDY 1398 and clear tail lights. Police are asking anyone with information about Baird to call the Chambersburg barracks at 264-5161. (Carlisle Sentinel, PA)
Missing man last seen getting gas Jan 16, 2008
Baird is believed to be driving a black 2002 Jeep Grand Cherokee with Pennsylvania license plate FDY-1398. His name and vehicle have been entered into the National Crime Information Center database. (Waynesboro Record Herald, PA)
Stolen instruments threaten N.C. Central's competition in Atlanta Jan 16, 2008
2006 JEEP GRAND CHEROKEE, Automatic, 4. 7L V8 16V SOHC 235hp 305 lb-ft torque, , Price: $19,988. (The Daily Reflector)
Air Force family salvages mementos from wreckage Jan 13, 2008
She stood near the wreckage of her silver 2002 Jeep Grand Cherokee, grateful for the 10-minute decision that most likely saved her life. Dukes, a district manager for the Peebles department store, wanted to shave some time off her schedule Thursday and decided to put her hair in a ponytail instead of styling it. (Columbus Commercial Dispatch, MS)
Rev Up Your Biz Fleet by Going 'Green' Jan 11, 2008
Mercedes-Benz E-320 CDI, BMW 3-Series, Volkswagen Jetta, Touareg TDI and Passat, Dodge Sprinter, Ford F-250, Hummer HR2 (set for launch in 2010), GMC Yukon (to be launched in 2009), Jeep Grand Cherokee and Audi Q7. Electric. (Entrepreneur)
Making a move Jan 11, 2008
Nature's Goodness moves to new site. Nature's Goodness moves to new site. (The Daily Reflector)
Winter cleaning Jan 11, 2008
It's much nicer, Sycamore resident Mike Barnes, 30, said as he vacuumed his 1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee at Premier Car Wash in Sycamore on Wednesday afternoon. It seems like it's going to get colder, so I'm trying to get it taken care of. (DeKalb Daily Chronicle, IL)
Police search for ‘endangered' missing man Jan 5, 2008
Baird may be driving a black 2002 Jeep Grand Cherokee with Pennsylvania license plate FDY-1398. His name and vehicle have been entered into the National Crime Information Center database to alert police across the nation to his disappearance, Rush said. (Waynesboro Record Herald, PA)
Judge bans mass lamb slaughter on first day of Islamic holiday Dec 19, 2007
2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee, Silver, Miles: 46,375, Price. Chrysler Town ong> Country Touring 2007. (The Daily Reflector)
Greenville News Dec 18, 2007
2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee, GRAY, Miles: 32,177, Price. Adobe Reader required. (The Daily Reflector)
My first Christmas: Santa says the local mall is a learning experience Dec 17, 2007
" Brock Letchworth can be contacted at 329-9574 or bletchworth@coxnc.com. Dodge Grand Caravan 2007. 3.8, 6 Cyl., Automatic, Fuel Injected, WHITE, Pow...... 2007 Chevrolet Monte Carlo, GRAY, Miles: 29,410, Price... Mercury Grand Marquis,4.6L V8 16V SOHC, Large Car... 2006 Cadillac DTS, TAN, Miles: 28,845, Price... 2006 Cadillac DTS, RED, Miles: 31,290, Price... 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee, Silver, Miles: 46,375, Price... Toyota Tacoma 2006. 2.7, 4 Cyl., 5 Speed Manual, Fuel Injected, SILVER,... (The Daily Reflector)
For 30 years, he's cared for smallest, sickest babies Dec 15, 2007
By LAURA GIOVANELLI Winston-Salem Journal. WINSTON-SALEM, N.C. The newborn baby's fists tightened in angry clenches, and her legs kicked a pale pink and lilac-colored afghan. (The Daily Reflector)
Report: less than 1 percent of food stamp cases fraudulent in NC Dec 13, 2007
2006 JEEP GRAND CHEROKEE, Automatic, 4 ... 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee, WHITE, Miles: 23,139, Price. (The Daily Reflector)
Class shows airman appreciation Dec 13, 2007
By The Daily Reflector. Thursday, December 13, 2007. (The Daily Reflector)
2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee SRT8 Dec 9, 2007
Local Search Site Search. THIS STORY HAS BEEN FORMATTED FOR EASY PRINTING. (Boston Globe)
Detour off memory lane Dec 9, 2007
Today's test car, the 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee SRT8, gave me the Willys. I can explain. (Boston Globe)
Rated: Volvo XC90 Dec 5, 2007
Although the XC90 V8 sounds the part, in performance terms it doesnt come up to scratch compared to say the VW Touareg V8 or Jeep Grand Cherokee Hemi. If anything its as quick as the previous Merc ML 500 and Porsche Cayenne S, which are now replaced by more powerful versions. (iAfrica.com)
Japanese Cars Continue to Dominate Consumer Reports' Latest Car-Owner Satisfaction Survey Dec 4, 2007
RWD), Suzuki Grand Vitara, Jeep Commander (V6), Chevrolet Equinox, Jeep Grand Cherokee (V6, gas) -- Pickup Trucks: Dodge Dakota, Chevrolet Colorado (5-cyl. GMC Envoy (5-cyl. (PR Newswire)
Gingrich Predicts 'Surprising Margin' for Obama in Iowa... Nov 28, 2007
WHEN AL GORE COMMUTES HE HAS A BULLET PROOF SUV THAT WASTE MORE GAS THAN MY JEEP GRAND CHEROKEE.. TELL ME HOW IN THE HELL IS GORE OR OBAMA GOING TO CLEAN THE GREEN HOUSE EFFECT. (The Drudge Report)
Slaying the Veyron| Nov 24, 2007
FULL THROTTLE Subscribe to our. MOTORSPORT CALENDAR See what's happening and when. (iAfrica.com)
Meeting honors outgoing city council members Nov 20, 2007
" Craft made a motion to adjourn, seconded by Little. The motion passed unanimously. T. Scott Batchelor can be contacted at sbatchelor@coxnc.com and 329-9567. Commenting is open from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. M-F, except on Tuesday when it's open until 9 p.m. Post a comment Name: E-mail: Remember me? YesNo You may use the following formatting: Bold: **this text will be bolded** = this text will be bolded Italic: *this text will be italic* = this text will be italic Link: [text to be... (The Daily Reflector)
Forum presents facts on substance abuse Nov 20, 2007
" Jenkins recommended people work together to bring their concerns about prevention funding to legislators statewide. "I can't believe that as big as the health and human services budget is there is not room to find the money," Jenkins said. Glen Buck, clinical director of PORT Human Services, proposed several changes for substance abuse treatment. He recommended more parity and comprehensive service providers along with a reduction in the number of local management entities. Enforcement... (The Daily Reflector)
Backstage: Tahoe hybrid named 'Green Car of the Year' Nov 16, 2007
Diesel sale: Chrysler said Wednesday it's lowering the price of its diesel-powered Jeep Grand Cherokee by $1,000 in order to boost consumer interest and awareness. The company also is adding a diesel option to the lower-priced Jeep Grand Cherokee Laredo, said Chrysler's product development chief, Frank Klegon. (USA Today -- Autos)
A time for giving Nov 14, 2007
" Organizations and individuals can bring their shoebox gifts to St. James through Monday. Collection times are from 4-6 p.m. through Friday; 10 a.m. until 2 p.m. on Saturday; 1-5 p.m. Sunday; and from 11 a.m. until 7 p.m. on Monday. For more information, call St. James at 752-6154, or visit samaritanspurse.org. Commenting is open from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. M-F, except on Tuesday when it's open until 9 p.m. Post a comment Name: E-mail: Remember me? YesNo You may use the following formatting: Bold:... (The Daily Reflector)
The Smart car is coming Nov 12, 2007
Charlie Barnhardt, a big, bald man in snakeskin cowboy boots and a hunting cameo shirt with birds on it, drove an hour and a half from Greenville in his Jeep Grand Cherokee to see the Smart. Font. (Salon)
Yao Ming hits key free throws and Rockets rally to beat Bobcats Nov 12, 2007
CHARLOTTE, N.C. Houston Rockets center Yao Ming and guard Tracy McGrady have been called one of the NBA's best scoring tandems. The Charlotte Bobcats won't dispute that. (The Daily Reflector)
Chrysler's Last Stand Nov 10, 2007
Windows that rolled down herky-jerky on the Jeep Grand Cherokee. But what was remarkable about this visit was that by the end of the day Nardelli had ordered more than 200 engineering changes to fix the array of problems and make improvements, at a cost of at least $100 million. (Forbes -- Business)
A 'Bah, Humbug' event the whole family will enjoy Nov 9, 2007
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Winterville elects new aldermen Nov 7, 2007
The Grimesland winners were Brian Cooke, Thomas J. 'Tom" Dixon, Mitchell Holloman, Danny Strickland Jr. and Gerald Whitley. Commenting is open from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. M-F, except on Tuesday when it's open until 9 p.m. Post a comment Name: E-mail: Remember me? YesNo You may use the following formatting: Bold: **this text will be bolded** = this text will be bolded Italic: *this text will be italic* = this text will be italic Link: [text to be linked](http://www.reflector.com) = Comments: There will... (The Daily Reflector)
Chrysler to cut up to 12,000 jobs Nov 3, 2007
The plant, which makes the Jeep Grand Cherokee and Jeep Commander sport utility vehicles, is one of five that will have a shift eliminated under the plan. Along with the jobs, it's going to be goodbye to the PT Cruiser convertible. (The Star Online, Malaysia)
