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A 73-year-old Missouri man died after a rock broke through the roof of a Jeep on a national parks trip at Glacier National Park in Montana. Rex Schowengerdt, who was with his wife Chris, suffered severe trauma from the falling rock, and he passed away five days later. His family recalls that he had a deep love for the outdoors.

Edmunds highlights the best SUVs for towing in 2026, including the Toyota RAV4 (up to 3,500 pounds), Nissan Pathfinder (up to 6,000 pounds), and Jeep Grand Wagoneer (up to 10,000 pounds). These models are noted for their towing capacity, handling, and technology features, with prices listed for properly equipped versions.

A 45-year-old woman was killed after being struck by a Jeep on M-14 in Ann Arbor. She had an argument with a friend, demanded to be let out on the highway, and ran across the roadway.

Stellantis, the Jeep maker, reported a profit in the second quarter driven by increased demand in North America. However, the company's shares fell 5% following the announcement.

An off-duty police officer and his girlfriend were killed when a drunk Jeep driver collided with their Harley-Davidson. The incident resulted in their deaths.

Stellantis is investing R$30 billion (~US$5.9 billion) in Brazil from 2025 to 2030, focusing on launching 40 new vehicles and developing Bio-Hybrid technology that merges ethanol flex-fuel engines with electrification.

One person is dead and another is injured after a one-car crash north of Calistoga on SR-128. The driver, who was not wearing a seatbelt, was ejected from a Jeep and died from injuries. The passenger was wearing a seatbelt.

A Coral Springs man, Christopher Jacob Smith, opened fire on a romantic rival and his son in a Jeep, causing a minor shoulder injury to the victim. Smith was arrested on charges including attempted murder and shooting at an occupied vehicle, driven by jealousy over a woman.

Two Florida school principals, Jimenez and Alcalde, were arrested for DUI hours apart after being stopped in the same Jeep. Both have pleaded not guilty to DUI charges and refusing DUI testing.

An ATV theft suspect led police on a high-speed chase through Detroit city streets, involving a Jeep and three police departments. The Michigan State Police helicopter captured the entire pursuit on camera.

A Colorado State Patrol trooper was hospitalized with non-life-threatening injuries after being struck by a Jeep during a traffic stop on Interstate 70 near Watkins. The incident involved a vehicle that failed to yield to an emergency vehicle and a 47-year-old woman suspected of driving under the influence. Three people, including the trooper, were hospitalized but later released.

A State Patrol trooper is recovering after a Jeep rear-ended their patrol cruiser during an initial stop, causing serious damage to the squad vehicle. The incident involved a suspected drunk driver.

The article discusses Jeep's new electric vehicle, the Compass EV, as test driver Ray Massey evaluates its performance. Jeep introduces the Compass EV as part of its transition to electric vehicles.

Carvana is expanding into franchised new-car dealerships, particularly those tied to Stellantis brands like Jeep, Chrysler, Dodge, and Ram, using its technology-driven systems in physical retail locations. The strategy aims to boost sales, enhance used-car inventory through trade-ins, and diversify revenue streams by integrating vehicle service and parts departments.

Carvana has expanded into new vehicles by acquiring seven franchises that primarily sell Stellantis' Chrysler, Dodge, Jeep, and Ram brands. This move could significantly impact the U.S. automotive retail market.

Jeep is recalling over 1 million vehicles due to a defect that could pose a fire risk.

Stellantis is recalling over 1.3 million Jeep SUVs and trucks globally due to fire concerns. Owners are advised to park vehicles away from structures or other cars until repairs are completed.

A vehicle crashed into a Dunkin’ Donuts in northwest Chicago near the Harlem Irving Plaza during morning rush hour. The Jeep broke through the window near the cashier area, and the driver exited the vehicle. Chicago police and first responders arrived at the scene, but no further details were immediately provided.

A scooter and an SUV collided on San Francisco's Embarcadero and Broadway around 1:08 p.m. Wednesday, resulting in the scooter driver being hospitalized with non-life-threatening injuries. The incident involved two cars and a scooter, as reported by the San Francisco Police Department.

Two men were seriously injured after a Jeep crashed and flew approximately 50 feet off the westbound 210 Freeway in Pasadena. The incident occurred around 11:55 p.m. Saturday near Sierra Madre Villa Avenue, with the California Highway Patrol confirming preliminary details.

Stellantis announced plans to launch nine new vehicle models under $40,000 by 2030 across its Chrysler, Jeep, and Ram brands as part of a $70 billion strategic turnaround initiative. This move aims to win back customers in the affordable vehicle market segment.

Stellantis, the French-Italian automotive group owning Peugeot and Jeep, is investing in four new electric vehicles to be produced with partner Dongfeng Motor by 2027. The collaboration aims to compete against Chinese rivals in the world's largest car market by leveraging local EV technologies.

Stellantis has partnered with Leapmotor, a Chinese company, which may impact European carmaking. This partnership is seen as a significant moment for the future of the industry. The collaboration between Stellantis, the maker of Jeep, and Leapmotor, indicates a shift in the carmaking landscape.

Stellantis, a global automaker owning brands like Alfa Romeo and Chrysler, has partnered with Microsoft for five years to enhance digital services, cybersecurity, and engineering using AI. The article discusses the growing integration of technology in vehicles, highlighting both benefits and challenges like privacy concerns and touchscreen usability issues.