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Canada: 2023 Jeep® Compass 4x4 Newly Equipped with Standard Advanced 2.0-litre Turbocharged Engine for Optimal PerformanceNovember 22, 2022 , Windsor, Ontario - Building on the impressive redesign from the inside out for the 2022 model year, the 2023 Jeep® Compass is getting a boost of performance with the introduction of a fun-to-drive, turbocharged powertrain. The 2023 Compass...

RAM 1500 IS HONOURED TO RECEIVE J.D. POWER'S BEST DRIVER APPEAL AMONG LARGE LIGHT DUTY PICKUPS IN THE U.S., THREE YEARS IN A ROWTHE REVOLUTION STARTS WITH YOUWe've built trucks and vans that exceed your expectations. Now, we're looking to strengthen our top-performing lineup with a full portfolio of next-generation trucks and vans that meet real-world demands. Join us.RAM REAL TALKWe want...

Canadian Road Trip - Dodge Durango

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Stellantis Spotlight

Stellantis Announces $3.6 Billion CAD Investment for Its Canadian Operations to Accelerate Electrification Plans, Secures Future of Windsor and Brampton Plants Stellantis CanadaStellantis today announced plans to invest $3.6 billion CAD ($2.8 billion USD) to secure the future of its Windsor and Brampton (Ontario) Assembly Plants and to expand its Automotive Research and Development Centre (ARDC) to...

JUST FOR CANADIANSTHE OFFICIAL TRUCK OF THE NORTHThe 2022 Ram 1500 Sport is designed and built exclusively for Canadians, which explains its unique combination of excellence and subtle yet aggressive style. With its exceptional capability and innovative technology, the Ram 1500 Sport is truly built for life in Canada.RAM 1500 IS AJAC BEST FULL-SIZE PICKUP TRUCK IN CANADA FOR 2021 IN CANADA?The...

2022 Ram 1500 ClassicThe 2022 Ram 1500 Classic is all about capability and control, designed with a tech-forward cabin that is as comfortable as it is convenient. Mighty Towing and HaulingWith a towing capacity of up to 10,660 lb (4,835 kg), this powerhouse pickup is built for big things and the long haul. Space and Storage DeliveredSmart storage solutions like the Class-Exclusive RamBox® Cargo...

ALL-NEW GRAND CHEROKEE 4xeCapability meets sustainability in the first ever plug-in hybrid electric Grand Cherokee. Uncompromising, sophisticated and remarkably capable, the Most Planet-Friendly Grand Cherokee Ever? is engineered to take you along for tomorrow's adventures.Enjoy 375 hp and 470 lb-ft of torque with the plug-in hybrid turbocharged engine.Hear the outdoors differently...

The New Dodge Durango was designed to deliver a more seamless and technologically advanced driving experience.New Uconnect® 5 Multimedia SystemFive Times Faster, 20% BiggerThe all-new available Uconnect® 5 multimedia system is our most advanced Uconnect system ever. It offers built-in TomTom navigation? with Maps Over the Air traffic and EV-connected services, SiriusXM...

The Perfect Minivan for Families on the Move ? GRAND CARAVAN Providing unmatched value for your family, nothing beats the 2022 Chrysler Grand Caravan - available exclusively in Canada.Whether it's family and friends or gear, the Chrysler Grand Caravan has room for it all. The standard second-row and third-row Stow 'n Go® fold-in-floor seats with in-floor storage mean that you'll never...

WE KNEW WE HAD A WINNER.The 2021 Ram 1500 is in a class of its own with standard V8 towing, Best-in-Class Diesel towing ? and many available Class-Exclusive innovations. And the All-New Ram 1500 TRX is the quickest, fastest, and most powerful pickup truck in the world. THE BEST-IN-CLASS DIESEL TOWING?With Best-in-Class diesel torque of 480 lb-ft,? the 3.0L V6 EcoDiesel powers the 2021 Ram 1500...

Introducing the 2022 Ram 1500 Limited (RAM)RED Edition Truck. Coming Late Fall 2021

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2021 Pacifica Safety Features

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2021 JEEP GLADIATOR WILLYS ADDS FEATURES AND IMPROVED CAPABILITYThe 2021 Jeep Gladiator lineup has expanded considerably this year with a new 3.0L EcoDiesel V-6 engine option, new Desert-Rated Gladiator Mojave model, and the introduction of the first-ever Willys trim for the Gladiator."Building on the widely popular Wrangler Willys, we're thrilled to announce the Willys model is joining the Gladiator...

Rebel TRX a Hellcat pickup?Source: Autonews.com  Throw a Hellcat engine in a Ram, and things get interesting.Ram already upended the pickup race by using a mix of luxury and capability to outsell the Chevrolet Silverado in the United States for the first time last year. Ram has outsold Silverado multiple years in Canada. Now the Fiat Chrysler Automobiles brand has a chance to set a new standard...

Millennial Mom's Review: 2021 Chrysler Pacifica Pinnacle My kids are sold on this minivan!I'm a Millennial with old-school tastes. No, I don't mean I like classic cars, I mean I think basic is better, and I haven't upgraded to new technology that lets me hook up my phone to my vehicle, or whatever else the cool kids are doing. Give me a CD player (I'm not quite old enough to obsess over a cassette...

2021 Chrysler Pacifica Pinnacle AWD gives plenty to Canadian driversWhen I told several people I was going to be testing a minivan, the question inevitably amongst those I spoke to was, "Do people still drive minivans?" The short answer is yes. Even in this age of the ever-ubiquitous SUV and the now fast emerging market for ultra-luxury SUVs, minivans still fill an important market segment here in...

Ram 1500 named 2021 'Best Full-size Pickup' by Automobile Journalists Association of Canada (AJAC) Ram The Automobile Journalists Association of Canada (AJAC) has named Ram 1500 as "Best Full-size Pickup Truck in Canada for 2021," which adds even more accolades to the most awarded light-duty truck in North America."This honour validates the hard work of our Ram design, engineering and manufacturing...

Do the Wave: Jeep loyalty program comes to Canada on Grand Cherokee LSource: Driving.ca   Jeep is finally bringing its all-in Jeep Wave premium owner loyalty program to the Great White North -- but you'll have to spring for a Grand Cherokee L to get it.At least at first. To coincide with the new three-row Jeep launch party, the company will unveil this three-year loyalty program...

2021 Ram 3500 Boasts 1,075 lb-ft Torque BoostSource: AutoTrader  In what seems to have become an annual tradition, Ram has once again one-upped its heavy-duty pickup truck competitors in the torque department with 1,075 lb-ft from its 3500 model, which the company claims is the highest-ever torque rating for a diesel pickup.Ram was the first truck maker to break the 1,000-lb-ft barrier in 2019...

Chrysler Pacifica, Ram 1500 Honored as 2021 Consumer Guide® Automotive Best Buy Award WinnersSource: Street Insider  Award is fifth straight for Chrysler Pacifica in Consumer Guide® Automotive Best Buy Minivan categoryRam 1500 racks up 13th consecutive award in Large Pickup category2021 Chrysler Pacifica recognized for its ride quality, family-friendly features and stylish...

Jeep® | Grand Wagoneer & Wrangler 4xe | Reveal An electrifyingly grand adventure begins. Watch the full reveal to get your first look at the modern design and riveting style of the new premium Grand Wagoneer Concept and the groundbreaking 2021 Jeep Wrangler 4xe plug-in hybrid.

Dodge Viper Rally Fighter Looks Like Off-roading GeniusSource: Auto Evolution  While the retirement of the Dodge Viper (production for the Gen V model ended in 2017, remember?) means the V10 beast is rarer than it should be, this won't prevent eccentric enthusiasts from coming up with wild Viper-based builds. However, there's a long way from this idea to a snake that can tackle rugged terrain...

Jeep Grand Wagoneer Will Be Unveiled On September 3Source: MotorIllustrated  Most luxurious Jeep ever coming on September 3Jeep Grand Wagoneer will be joined by new Wagoneer and go on sale next yearNew grille will keep include retro touches as a reference to the first Grand Wagoneer The new Jeep Grand Wagoneer will be unveiled on September 3. Jeep made the announcement by once again...

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FCA Canada Introduces A New Ram 1500 "Built To Serve" Limited Edition TruckSource: MotorIllustratedStylish and ready to serve, the limited edition "Built To Serve" Ram 1500 enters its second phase This is the second installment of the "Built To Serve" truck series.The trucks will be offered in a variety of limited exterior colours.All of them will include the 4×4 Off-Road Group. The folks at FCA and...

1967 Dodge Charger "Copper Cool" Speaks of the Golden EraSource: Auto Evolution  Nowadays, when new-age muscle cars are at least as exuberant and their retro siblings, it might seem odd to think that an icon like the Dodge Charger was once an experiment. Well, there's no better way of illustrating this than talking about the first generation of the Mopar machine. And the example we have here...

Five Things To Know About The 2020 Jeep Wrangler EcoDieselSource: Forbes  Jeep took a great idea from their corporate sister company, Ram, by adding a refined diesel engine to one of its vehicles. The 2020 Wrangler is available with a 3.0-liter Ecodiesel engine, which is mechanically the same as the one we see in the Ram, but it has been altered to help the off-roader maintain its hardcore...

A Message to Woodbine Chrysler's Guests about the CoronavirusTo Our Valued CustomersIn light of the ongoing situation concerning COVID-19, we want to provide you with an update on our response to date and our commitment to you moving forward. Please be assured thatthe health and safety of our guests and staff is of the utmost importance. Inorder to accommodate the recent provincial state of emergency,...

2020 Jeep Cherokee vs Compass Comparison TestFor a brand that prides itself on its SUV virtuosity, there's a bit of a logjam at the core of Jeep's lineup.That's particularly true of the Cherokee and Compass, two not-so-different takes on small sport utilities. Both tout two rows of seats and good on-road comfort, competing directly with the likes of everything from the Chevrolet Equinox to the Subaru...

PACIFICA HYBRID AWARDED "TODAY'S PARENT APPROVED" SEALSource: Chrysler  The Chrysler Pacifica Hybrid has earned the coveted "Today's Parent Approved" seal as a result of both lab and real-world parent testing. To earn the rating, Pacifica Hybrid passed exhaustive product testing, excelling in and beyond three core categories: quality, ease-of-use and value for money.Today's Parent Approved editors...

2021 Chrysler Pacifica To Boast All-Wheel DriveSource: Motor1   Full-LED headlights are expected to be standard across the range.Rumours of an all-wheel-drive Chrysler Pacifica have been swirling around the Internet for quite some time, but the 2020MY introduced earlier this year only brought changes to the trim levels and a new Red S Edition. If you want the minivan with an all-paw system,...

A CULTURAL REVOLUTION OF CLASSIC DESIGN & PERFORMANCEENDURING ELOQUENCE AND PERFORMANCEProviding advanced connectivity and safety technologies confirms this icon is built for a modern lifestyle. It assures a perfect balance of power, efficiency and convenience to the lasting beauty of the classic, bold shape and dynamic performance even standing still. Premium engineering offers the most technologically...

35 Years of InnovationSource: Chrysler  When our first minivans rolled off the assembly line right here in Canada, we knew we had something specialIt turns out, millions of others agreed. Over the past 35 years, we have revolutionized the way families work, play and live by proudly putting over 14.6 million minivans on the road.With each generation of innovation, our Chrysler minivans have...

Features Worth Flaunting| 2019 PacificaThey aren't just all talk. Both the 2019 Chrysler Pacifica and Pacifica Hybrid are equipped with features worth flaunting.

2020 Chrysler VoyagerSource: Driving  CHELSEA, Mich. - Lee Iacocca, the larger-than-life former head of the Chrysler Corporation, recently passed away. He might not have been the first to put a multi-seat box on wheels, but the Plymouth Voyager created under his watch turned the minivan into a mainstream vehicle.The company retired the Plymouth brand in 2001, and it was left to the Voyager's twin...

Dodge Grand Caravan production to end in May 2020 making way to the Chrysler VoyagerAutonews.com  Production of the Dodge Grand Caravan will end in May as Fiat Chrysler steers minivan buyers into its new, entry-level Chrysler Voyager, according to a forecasting company.AutoForecast Solutions LLC, in its weekly report, said Grand Caravan production at FCA's Windsor, Ont., assembly plant is expected...

Pushing the Limits: Dodge//SRT Literally Expands High-performance 2020 Charger SRT Hellcat and Scat Pack With New WidebodyPowered by the proven supercharged 6.2-liter HEMI® Hellcat V-8 engine with its best-in-class 707 horsepower and 650 lb.-ft. of torque, and mated to the standard TorqueFlite eight-speed automatic transmission, the new 2020 Dodge Charger SRT Hellcat Widebody delivers a top speed...

The 2020 Jeep Gladiator It's been 28 years since Jeep has made a pickup truck, something that the brand did regularly from 1947 to 1992, but the Wrangler-based Gladiator has finally arrived. Jeep tossed us the keys in Sacramento, California, and from there we drove it over 800 miles through the Nevada desert to Moab, Utah, to see how this truck handles in the 4x4 Mecca of North America.

This new 'Multifunction' split tailgate will debut on the 2019 Ram 1500 The 60/40-split swing-out tailgate reportedly aids in loading and cleaningby ALEX REID  | FEBRUARY 6, 2019Ram has upgraded the tailgate on its 2019 1500 pickup truck with its latest and greatest idea: the Multi function Tailgate.The Multifunction Tailgate features a 60/40 split and can be opened swing-away barn-door-style,...

2019 Ram 1500 to start at $42,095 -- but there's a catchCanada-only Ram Sport to start at $52,595 when new truck range goes on sale this springThe all-new 2019 Ram 1500 will start at $42,095 in Quad Cab trim when it goes on sale in Canada this spring, FCA Canada announced March 8.Production of Regular Cab will not begin until later in the year, and the pricing for those models will be announced...

2019 Jeep Grand Cherokee Gets Tech, Safety UpdatesSAME DESIGN, NEW COLOUR CHOICESBy Derek Boshouwers , 2018-09-04Details for the 2019 Jeep Grand Cherokee  are now known, and while the design and the different trims available remain the same as the outgoing edition, the model does get tech and safety updates for the new year.Those trims number seven in all, by the way: The Laredo, Limited,...

2019 Ram 1500 is Motortrend Truck of the Year Source: MotorTrend   Americans ask more of our trucks than we do of any other vehicle. In any given week, the average half-ton pickup might find itself commuting like a sedan, hauling a bed full of bricks and sand, towing some Jet Skis, navigating muddy ranchland, or exploring off-road trails. It's no wonder that we bought 2.8 million of the things...

4 Best Things About Owning a Chrysler PacificaIf you have a large family, you can't do without a roomy, reliable vehicle to get you and your children from place to place. This is why so many growing families choose minivans. They're perfect for vacations and road trips as well as everyday trips to school, sporting events and other activities. If you're ready to shop for your next vehicle, you should...

How the 2018 Jeep Cherokee can up Your Off-Roading GameFinding the right new car to buy can be stressful and time consuming, especially if you like driving off the beaten path. The new car might need to handle a fun day off-road while still getting you to work safely the next morning. That can make you feel like you're looking for the best of both worlds, which isn't always easy. The 2018 Jeep Cherokee...

3 Reasons Your Family Will Love The 2017 Chrysler PacificaFrom its spacious, comfortable interior to its plentiful safety and entertainment features, the 2017 Chrysler Pacifica is well-positioned to become your family's signature vehicle. If you're in the market for a new or used family vehicle from Woodbine Chrysler, give this Kelley Blue Book's Best Buy Award winner some consideration.Comfortable...

No Matter Which Trim You Choose, the 2018 Ram 1500 Has Many Incredible OptionsThe 2018 Ram 1500 makes a strong showing in light-duty trucks. From the line's basic Tradesman to its exclusive Limited Tungsten edition, this tough truck is impressive at every level. At Woodbine Chrysler, we can help you choose from the many options available, including the off-road-ready Rebel.   Selecting...

The 2016 Dodge Durango The 2016 Dodge Durango isn't a carlike crossover, and it isn't an off-road-focused SUV. Instead it's somewhere in between--a longer, three-row vehicle closely related to the Jeep Grand Cherokee and built from the architecture that brought us the Mercedes GL-Class and M-Class The Durango, to distill it down to the essence, is a utility vehicle with considerable rugged capabilities...

2015 Ram 1500 Outdoorsman Quad Cab 4X4 EcoDieselSource: Chronicle HeraldThe 2015 Ram 1500 Outdoorsman Quad Cab 4X4 EcoDiesel. (FCA)The Canadian new-vehicle market is expected to hit a new record when the numbers for 2015 are tallied.Minivans and cars are falling from favour, replaced by SUVs and CUVs. But one thing remains constant -- Canadians love pickup trucks.During the past year I have tested...

Canadian Chrysler dealers eagerly await redesigned minivansSource: Globe and Mail  Sales of minivans are dwindling in North America, but they're still a big deal at Pothier Motors Ltd. - and an even bigger deal at the auto maker that supplies the Falmouth, N.S., dealership.Minivans are a key franchise for FCA Canada Inc. (Chrysler), which ships Dodge Grand Caravan and Chrysler Town &...

Two New Special-edition Jeep Models are Coming Soon! Source: Autogo.ca   It seems as though FCA can't get enough of creating different versions of the iconic SUV. After unveiling the Jeep Wrangler Red Rock Concept at the SEMA show, the brand will be presenting the 2016 Jeep Wrangler Backcountry at the Los Angeles Auto Show next week.But that's not all. The 2016 Jeep Grand Cherokee SRT Night will...

2015 Ram 1500 EcoDiesel 3.0 V6 4X4 Quad CabSource: Chronical HearldThe 2015 Ram 1500 EcoDiesel 3.0 V6 4X4 Quad Cab. (TODD GILLIS PHOTOS) With our friends in the U.S. getting set to celebrate their Thanksgiving in a few weeks, today's tester was something I was thankful for through our Canadian turkey long weekend. Thankful because it was a pickup truck, so fitting all our stuff on the covered cargo...

The Economic 2015 Ram 1500 EcoDieselBy Lorne Drury  HALIFAX, N.S. -- One would think it would be an oxymoron to use the words "economical" and "pickup truck" in the same sentence.But don't tell the folks at Fiat Chrysler Automobiles (FCA), who are touting their Ram 1500 EcoDiesel as the antithesis of the traditional gas-guzzling pickup.To demonstrate this fact, FCA Canada took us down to the Maritimes...

This Makes The Charger Even More Cool. If That Was Possible!

Discovery and Jeep Partner on Unique Digital SeriesDiscovery and Jeep invite viewers to buckle up and enjoy the ride of a lifetime across some of Canada's most pictureque landscapes, pristine wilderness, and rugged outback in an all-new digital series Life is Calling, starting Monday, July 20 on Discovery.ca. In the exclusive eight-episode series, hosts Roberto and Bella invite viewers to explore historic,...

90 Years of Chrysler Brand Means Anniversary EditionsFCA Canada: 90 Years of Chrysler Brand Celebrated With Anniversary Edition ModelsChrysler was founded in 1925 by Walter P. Chrysler, and it was his commitment to the public that Chrysler would deliver consumers a product with quality, beauty, speed, comfort, style and power, all at a low price. And for the past 90 years, this has been the Chrysler...

Where Will Your Jeep Take You This Summer?

New 2015 Chrysler 300 and all-new 2015 Jeep® Renegade named to 'Ward's 10 Best Interiors List for 2015' Source: Automotiveworld.comAfter spending two months evaluating and scoring 42 vehicles based on fit-and-finish, comfort, material selection, ergonomics, information/displays, value, safety and design aesthetics, WardsAuto editors named the new 2015 Chrysler 300 and the all-new...

The Jeep Wrangler - Best Resale Value in Canada Via: The Globe and MailThe Jeep Wrangler claimed top honours for best resale value in Canada by percentage, as announced Wednesday by Canadian Black Book (CBB), the country's largest publisher of wholesale used-vehicle prices.Holding close to 70 per cent of MSRP after four years, the Wrangler placed first in CBB's 10th annual Best Retained Value...

Testing The AWD of Chrysler, Dodge and Jeep Via: Crave Online   Spring is creeping across the country, while snow and ice are losing their grip on America. Fortunately, there were still plenty of winter's fingerprints in Canada not too long ago when Chrysler, Dodge and Jeep brought automotive test drivers north to size up the automakers' All-Wheel Drive and winter driving systems.At...

JEEP Superbowl Commercial, Beautiful Lands

Tis The Season To Give At an announcement this morning at its Canadian Headquarters in downtown Windsor, Chrysler Canada gave the residents of Windsor-Essex County over one million reasons to smile as local Company employees and retirees have donated $1,062,355.72 to the United Way/Centraide Windsor-Essex County 2015 campaign. This donation marks the single largest pledge towards the United Way/Centraide...

Best family car under $30,000: Chrysler 200By: Kathy Renwald Special to the Star, Published on Tue Nov 18 2014Intimate, elegant, exciting: when did we start using those words to describe family cars? Push the start button on a Chrysler 200, a Hyundai Sonata or a Mazda 6 and you will experience such pleasures and more. There is no need to feel deprived or anonymous anymore when motoring...

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Uconnect Delivers an Array of State-of-the art, Innovative and Easy-to-Use Features and Services for 2015Chrysler Media   2015 Chrysler Group vehicles will allow customers to stay connected to the information they want and need while remaining focused on the road. Each vehicle comes equipped with a Uconnect system, which can provide drivers with a range of available communication, navigation and...

Chrysler Canada: Ram Launches 2015 Heavy Duty ModelsChrysler Mediawith a Trifecta of Claims: Best-in-class Power, Towing Capacity and Payload CapacityNew Cummins 6.7-litre calibration adds 15 lb.-ft. of torque, edging out even Class 4 pickup competitors to a best-in-class 865 lb.-ft.2015 Ram 3500 crushes the competition with up to 13,608 kg (30,000 pounds) of SAE J2807-spec. towing capacity, beating...

Chrysler 200, Jeep Cherokee receive standard stop/start on certain modelsBy Nick Tragianis  Chrysler has announced it will add its start/stop technology as standard equipment on certain Chrysler 200 and Jeep Cherokee trim levels for 2015.Billed as a measure to improve fuel economy figures across the board by three per cent, Chrysler says its fuel-saving technology will be available on 2015...

The 2015 Chrysler 200 Has Arrived! View our inventory of 2015 Chrysler 200's

2014 Jeep Cherokee at Woodbine ChryslerWith a luxury cabin and 3.2L V6, the 2014 model plows through the paces at 'Jeep Hill'By Russell Purcell  The Jeep name has a long and storied history in North America and it is one of the few American brands that is recognized around the globe.The decision makers at Chrysler are well aware of Jeep's popularity, but it became apparent that it would be...

2015 Jeep Renegade wants you to reimagine the brandSmaller, fuel-efficient Jeep makes its official North American debut in New YorkMaking its world debut last month at the Geneva Motor Show, the new 2015 Jeep Renegade makes its North American premiere here in the Big Apple. One size smaller than the new-last-year compact Jeep Cherokee crossover, the subcompact Renegade asks you to rethink the Jeep...

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2015 Chrysler 200 Review By  Bengt Halvorson   Expectations for mid-size sedans have changed at a lightning pace the past several years--a pace that's simply left the outgoing Chrysler 200 outclassed in many respects. But with the introduction of an all-new 2015 version, Chrysler looks positioned to take back a big portion of the market.Among the strengths that the 200 offers up to the...