Motorists who are always in a hurry would try anything to speed up their travel plans and this starts from the moment you want your engine to start running. For some cars, it takes some time for engines to heat up and now, here is an innovative way to go about it with this new remote start interface kit that should go in hand with the modern day models of many 2008+ Chrysler, Dodge and Jeep vehicles.

This new technology is actually present in the 2008 Dodge Grand Caravan which can be remotely started in 28 seconds. But the best part of it is perhaps that it only takes less than 15 minutes to install and only needs 4 wires to be connected. This device is now available for purchase for only $299.

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People are expected to hit the roads traveling to certain places and embarking on long trips. Now many of them may be carrying around their portable devices such as their iPods or even their portable DVD players. But if there is one thing that most people on the go would want is Internet access. Thanks to Autonet Mobile, this is now possible.

Do away with the irritating questions of your kids on the long journey and equip your car with Autonet Mobile’s in-Car Internet Entertainment System. It is the best thing to add for people who are expecting long roads ahead and want something better to do. Normally due to the lack of hotspots, travelers would have to wait until they get to one but now, that has all changed. Access the web wherever you are and browse, chat or maybe even go facebooking!

Autonet Mobile is available for purchase at Amazon.com’s electronics store, at any Advance Auto Parts location, as a dealer-installed option on any Chrysler, Jeep, Dodge, Volkswagen Routan or Cadillac CTS vehicle, and at independent auto dealers and specialty and automotive shops nationwide.

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Hardcore vehicles like the Jeep Cherokee XJS and Jeep Comanche MJ are bound to have some maintenance problems as far as motor mounts are concerned after some time and for sure, the proper support or mounts will eventually become a need.

And with the rough and tumble roads that these vehicles are exposed to, it is apparent that they need to go with the best. And if you talk about the best, go with the one that specializes for your ride such as Brown Dog Offroad.

“Engineered to bolt directly to Cherokee and Comanche OEM six-cylinder engine brackets, neither the mounts nor brackets require any modification,” reports Tim Shideler, Chief of Engineering, Brown Dog Offroad. Backed with a life-time warranty, the double-welded, all-steel motor mounts feature replaceable Classic Polyurethane or Ultra-Flex Rubber bushings.

Whether this happens accidentally or due to wear and tear, the next time you have it replaced, go with the reliable ones made especially for your Jeep. Never compromise on getting inferior and cheaper products because in the end, you may find yourself spending more than what you supposedly saved.

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With a new structure, the new company that Chrysler and Fiat have built has bared their initial plans. And topping the agenda is focusing on the key brands Chrysler, Jeep, Dodge and Mopar. And of course, the next itinerary is to rebuild the brand trust and confidence, something that is to be executed immediately.

Chrysler Group’s new organization is based on a global brand-focused structure comprised of the Chrysler, Jeep, Dodge and Mopar brands, each with full profit and loss accountability. Common Commercial, Industrial and Corporate functions have been put in place to support the development, manufacture, distribution and sale of Chrysler, Jeep and Dodge products and Mopar parts by the brand organizations.

With the new outlook, Chrysler and Fiat are aiming to correct the issues surrounding the fall of the old management style. And with the working minds of two distinguished car companies, it may just work.

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Though the influx of varied SUVs have become a growing demand for people today, the Jeep Wrangler is still a vehicle surviving the crunch. Nothing typifies the measure of American muscle for hardcore riders other than what the Jeep Wrangler has brought and for that, it has been included in the 10 Coolest Cars for 2009.

“It doesn’t get any more all-American than a Jeep Wrangler,” said Dutch Mandel – Editor and Associate Publisher, AutoWeek. “And with its removable top and off-roading ability, you can drive it anywhere and have a ball doing it.”

“More than 68 years ago, Jeep created the SUV category with the introduction of the Wrangler,” said Mike Accavitti – Director Brand Marketing, Chrysler LLC. “Today, our Jeep Wrangler remains an icon, set apart by its purpose-built design and ultimate capability.”

Indeed, it is still an icon in the vehicle industry and despite the introduction of similar vehicles of its nature, it is apparent that the Jeep Wrangler will continue to live up to its billing and legend as a reliable SUV to have.

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American Expedition Vehicles (AEV) is stepping in to supply the Jeep J8 to us regular folks. Now American civilians can get their hands on this beefed-up super-Jeep, though there will be some steps to go through before it will be road-ready. These aren’t aftermarket conversions of civilian vehicles either – these are the real-deal, military-grade Jeep J8s that are currently being sold overseas. They’ll be available in either three-door or five-door variants, however, both are built on the same Wrangler Unlimited platform.

The powertrain has to be sourced independently from the chassis package, but AEV does have independent dealers that can supply both the standard diesel or a HEMI V8 gasoline engine. The chassis itself is built in Detroit by AEV, fully finished with paint, wheels and tires, upholstery but without the engine and transmission. Currently, AEV is taking orders through its site. Once it has plenty to begin production, a $10,000 deposit will be due to secure your place in line. No word yet on final pricing, although AEV says owners should expect a total investment of around $50,000.

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Chrysler confirmed last month that its Street and Racing Technology (SRT) division is safe from the company’s current budgetary cutbacks and we can expect to see new models from the performance branch over the coming years. The first of these may be a replacement for the Jeep Grand Cherokee SRT8 which is a version based on the newly revealed 2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee. Tagged as a 2012 model, the new model will probably arrive sometime in 2011.

Power is anticipated to come from a brand new 6.4L HEMI V8 engine rated at about the 500hp (373kW) and 500ft-lb (678Nm) of torque. This new engine will be called the 392 HEMI (referring to its capacity in cubic inches) and is expected to appear in updated versions of the Dodge Challenger and Charger in 2011. The 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee SRT8 will also sport a lowered ride height, stiffer suspension, and chunky SRT 5-spoke wheels with uprated brakes.

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For the people who love to check out the latest 4×4 or SUVs, brace yourself for the 2009 Jeep Patriot. Chrysler has sent word about the 2009 Jeep Patriot. The car is expected to have an all-new, high quality interior along with the host of enhancements made by Chrysler such as redesigned centre console, an all-new instrument panel and even a remodelled door trim. The 2009 Jeep Patriot has a 2.0 CRD that offers 42.2mpg.

According to Chrysler, all the 2009 Jeep Patriot models will feature premium floor mats along with a carpeted boot floor. Also, there will be new sound systems but the Sports models will get a single-disc CD radio with AUX and MP3 capability. However, the Limited editions will feature a six-disc CD radio with AUX and MP3 capability.

The 2009 Jeep Patriot is the first Jeep priced under GBP 15,000 as the price range starts from GBP 14,995.

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In case you’ve been following closely Chrysler LLC’s Viability Plan for the U.S. Treasury Department then you might have noticed two new redesigned cars which might come soon from Chrysler. These are the 2010 Jeep Grand Cherokee and the Chrysler 300. They should play a big role in Chrysler future, if there is one.

Chrysler claims that the 2010 Jeep Grand Cherokee will achieve a 19% increase in fuel efficiency between 2010 and 2012. The 300 will be completely redesigned and it will be available with a new V6 engine or a HEMI V8 with cylinder deactivation, both meant to increase fuel efficiency.

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Despite walking on thin ice as far as finances are concerned, Chrysler has gotten two awards for its two vehicle lines, the Dodge Ram and the Jeep Wrangler. The all-new 2009 Dodge Ram 1500 was named “Work Truck of the Year” and the 2009 Jeep(R) Wrangler received “Best New Car for Off-roaders.”

Award winners were selected by Cars.com’s expert reviewers and editorial staff from the field of editors’ picks in the Cars.com Lifestyle Buying Guide. Vehicles in this guide first had to be selected as Cars.com Best Bets, meaning they were among the model-year’s best offerings in their segment. From there, the team tapped into knowledge drawn from their time with each vehicle in order to decide which best met the criteria and intent of the lifestyle category at hand.

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If you are a truck owner, you are bound to be among the many people to complain about this latest news on lawmakers wanting to crush certain trucks that that obtains less than 18 miles per gallon. Under the plan, the Federal government would pay a premium for 1999 and newer cars.

Thank God that there is a body trying to bar this from happening. SEMA, the Specialty Equipment Market Association, is opposing an effort by some Washington lawmakers to include a national car crushing program in the upcoming economic stimulus package.

Vehicles targeted for the scrap pile will likely include Chevy Blazers, Chevy Silverados, Chevy S-10s, Chevy Tahoes, Dodge Dakotas, Dodge Rams, Ford Explorers, Ford F-Series, Jeep Cherokees, Jeep Wranglers and any other SUV or truck that obtains less than 18 miles per gallon.

If all goes well, this may be academic. But if not, you can just imagine a lot of angry consumers losing their trucks soon.

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The alliance entered into by Chrysler and Fiat kicks off with the introduction of 7 new cars in the U.S. market. Four of those auto vehicles will bear the Chrysler brand, while the other three will be Fiats and Alfa Romeos.

But while both parties are excited to inaugurate things, Fiat looms to have its work cut out for them. If many would recall, Fiat had entered the U.S. market 2 and a half years ago and much of the concern was the quality control to which they sorely lacked.

Now the company comes back in the U.S. car market through a deal with Chrysler, the weakest of the big three, but this will only endure if the American car maker manages to avoid collapse.

Chrysler is currently just a $3 billion state handout away from bankruptcy.

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General Motors has passed on the chance to purchase Chrysler and now it looks like Hyundai is ready to step up to the plate. And the Korean buyer seems ready to get the Jeep. Apparently everyone needs to have the Jeep if it’s available. Besides GM and Hyundai it looks like Chrysler is talking with Nissan/Renault representatives. Where is this all going to go? Stay tuned! We’ll let you know once we know it ourselves.

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All Jeep models are currently being manufactured in India. We have the Grand Cherokee and Commander in the Detroit area, the Wrangler and the Liberty in Toledo, Ohio and the Patriot and Compass in Illinois. Current rumors indicate that the Argetnum Motors from India is going to build some of these SUVs abroad. That will save at least 15% in cost according to the Indian manufacturer. But how many people will lose their jobs over this we’re yet to see!

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Some companies like Carbon Motors are interested in creating good police cars, but looking at this picture it seems they still have a lot of work to do.

According to Sgt. Neville Gittens of the San Francisco Police Department, they use Jeeps in off-road missions when traveling to Golden Gate Park. But we’re not talking about a normal police jeep that has a computer + gps + radio + etc…

In theory this is just an old-school model that is most probably used in military scenarios, but in the real world SFPD makes good use of it. I imagine how many off-road missions there are per month?

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