The Best Cars for Road Trippin': 2012 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited

CarLocate Team, July 10, 2012, 02:55PM

Over the river and through the woods, the 2012 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited will go to grandmother’s house – and beyond – with ease.

Trail-Rated and boasting the most traction of any Wrangler ever, the Wrangler Unlimited is equipped with best-in-class water fording, ground clearance, and turning diameter capabilities that help it handle even the toughest terrain and be able to travel through up to 2.5 feet of water. Plus, features such as Hill Descent Control and Hill Start Assist make off road travel safe and enjoyable.

The Unlimited comes standard with a 3.6L V6 Pentastar engine paired with a six-speed manual transmission, however, a five-speed automatic is also available. For those speed lovers out there, the Wrangler won’t disappoint either. This year’s model experienced a 26% improvement in 0-60 time, down to 8.4 seconds in 2012 from 11.4 seconds in 2011.

The outside of the Wrangler is as versatile as they come. The doors can easily be removed, as can the roof, creating an open air experience unlike any other. Both the soft and hardtop options give drivers almost unlimited choices as to how their driving experience will be. Pair any of these options with available Mopar accessories like taillamp guards and off-road lights and your Wrangler is sure to stand out. With improved aerodynamics and a multitude of exterior options, the Wrangler Unlimited is unmatched.

Think Jeeps are bare bones on the inside? Think again. The Unlimited is available with a 6.5” touchscreen display GPS Navigation and a 40 GB hard drive. The Infinity Premium sound System is a must have for those who make music an everyday part of their life. The seven speaker system features two weatherproof speakers mounted overhead for high quality music wherever or however you decide to travel. Plus, steering wheel mounted audio controls let you keep your eyes on what’s important while you pick the perfect song. Comfort your thing? Heated seats, remote start, and sound insulation have you covered.

Wherever your future trips may take you, the rugged elegance of the Wrangler Unlimited works. It works for families, young couples, single adventurers, empty nesters, and everyone in between. The next time adventure calls your name, check out the 2012 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited. 

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New Limited-Edition “Altitude” Jeep Models

CarLocate Team, April 2, 2012, 09:23AM

After an overwhelmingly positive response to Jeep’s “Name My Ride” Contest, Jeep has announced it will produce three new limited-edition Jeep vehicles: the Grand Cherokee, Compass, and Patriot Altitude models.

In January, Jeep introduced a distinctive, “blacked-out” concept Grand Cherokee and reached out to consumers to name the model.  After more than 100,000 entries from Jeep brand enthusiasts, “Altitude” emerged as the winning vehicle name.

“The extraordinary response to both the concept and the contest resulted in an easy decision to produce ‘blacked-out’ editions of the Grand Cherokee – and the Compass and Patriot.  These new Jeep Altitude editions will clearly have a broad appeal among consumers, especially those looking for something distinctive, edgy, and just plain cool.”

 

The new, limited-edition Grand Cherokee, Compass, and Patriot Altitude models will arrive in Jeep showrooms in May.

 

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Auto News Roundup Jan Sales 2-3

CarLocate Team, February 3, 2012, 10:33AM

 

Auto News Roundup: January Marks Strongest Sales in 2-years

With a surge in sales by automakers like Volkswagen and Chrysler Group January marked the strongest annualized sales rate for the industry in nearly two-and-a-half years. This growth in sales is attributed to American drivers need to replace their aging cars and trucks; and with low interest rates and higher used-car prices new car sales are sure surge.

U.S. auto sales rose 11.4 percent in January; nearly twice the rate analysts had expected. This marked the highest sales rate for the industry since August 2009, during the “cash for clunkers” trade-in incentive program. January is typically one of the slowest months of the year, but analysts believe the surge from the fourth quarter continued to speed up in January.

Volkswagen Reports 47.9% Sales Increase

“We ended 2011 strong and are seeing the momentum continue into 2012 with a 47.9 percent increase, demonstrating our growth strategy continues to take root,” said Jonathan Browning, President and CEO, Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. “With a full line-up of new and refreshed vehicles Volkswagen is off to a strong start in 2012.”

Subaru Reports Record January Sales

Led by remarkable sales for the all-new Impreza, Subaru of America, Inc. reported record vehicle sales for January 2012, a gain of 21% over January 2011. The impressive results for January follow what was a record year for Subaru in 2011. “It’s a great start to the year,” said Bill Cyphers, senior vice president of sales, Subaru of America, Inc. “With the momentum from 2011 carrying into 2012 we are well placed for success.”

Chrysler Group Sees Increase Led by Jeep

After coming off a year with over $180 million in profit Chrysler Group continued to grow with a 44 percent rise in U.S. auto sales in January. These sales were led by the Jeep brand that saw over 37 percent in growth, with all Jeep Brand models posting double-digit percentage sales gains. The Jeep Grand Cherokee logged its best January sales in the last six years. “we started the new year with a bang by growing sales 44 percent,” said Reid Bigland, President and CEO – Dodge Brand and Head of U.S. Sales. “In January we continued building on the sales momentum that we generated during 2011 with our 16 all-new or significantly-refreshed products.”

Audi Reports Best Sales Ever

Audi has reported its 13th straight record-setting month of sales with an increase of 15.1% over January 2011. “Consumers are sending a strong signal that Audi is at the top of the luxury vehicle market,” said Audi of America President Johan de Nysschen.  “I’m optimistic that 2012 will be another pacesetting year.”

 

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