Dodge Durango 2011 all-new model revealed

The Dodge Durango, once a full-size 4×4 joke that was so bad, that production ended in 2008 but you could still buy a brand new one in 2010, has been completely revamped for 2011, now that… More>>

8 Good Cars That Will Get Cancelled

While some say that car sales are picking up around the world, the recession is busy taking names and beating up stragglers in the automotive marketplace. Manufacturers are keen on cutting models that are underperforming in… More>>

Ferrari 458 Italia investigated and recalled for catching fire

There is a lot of hype over the investigation into 1993-2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee models, like the one we own, over it catching fire, but only when hit from the rear due its rear-mounted fuel tank.… More>>

Jeep Wrangler 2011 gets new interior

Fiat-owned Chrysler, on a roll since coming out of bankruptcy, has released information on the “new” 2011 Jeep Wrangler and Wrangler Unlimited. The barebones Jeep gets an all-new interior with “upgraded touch surfaces, occupant comfort and… More>>

Middle East Motor Awards 2010 nominations

Nominated new car models have now been announced for the 2010 Middle East Motor Awards. Vice President of the FIA and President of the Automobile and Touring Club of the UAE Mohammed ben Sulayem has offered… More>>

Dodge Durango Magnum 2012 leaked on Twitter

We still hold fast to our belief that Twitter is the biggest waste of time since the advent of the internet, but occasionally, about 1% of the time, it can be a source of fresh news.… More>>

Jeep Grand Cherokee 2011 coming to UAE

The other day, at a press event for some car here, all of us media people were sitting at lunch together, and they were all excitedly talking about their upcoming free trip to the United States… More>>

Dodge Nitro, Ram & Jeep Cherokee, Wrangler recalled

Chrysler is recalling certain 2010 models of the Dodge Nitro, Dodge Ram 1500, Jeep Cherokee and Jeep Wrangler models due to a defect that could hinder braking. More>>

Al-Futtaim Automall opens 8th showroom in UAE

Al-Futtaim Automall, the pre-owned vehicles division of the Al-Futtaim group, today announced the launch of its new showroom in Ras Al Khaimah – its 8th in the UAE. More>>

Long-term update: 2010 Chevrolet Malibu LTZ

The Chevy Malibu LTZ has now become my main mode of transportation, as my Jeep and BMW start gathering even more dust than usual. The Mallu is proving to be a rather comfortable ride, while also… More>>

Chrysler recalls Caliber, Voyager, Wrangler & Compass

Chrysler, maker of Dodge and Jeep, has announced a recall for as many as four models in as many days. Among the three different recalls, the first one involves the Dodge Caliber and the Jeep Compass,… More>>

Long-term update: 2002 Jeep Grand Cherokee V8

Something rather weird happened with my 2002 Jeep Grand Cherokee. After the starter motor blew out late last year, I got a brand new one fitted from the dealer. Then over the winter, my fuel consumption… More>>

U.S. institute does rollover tests for 12 midsize 4x4s

New test results show that some automakers are doing a good job of designing vehicle roofs that perform much better than current U.S. federal rollover standards require. But the roofs on some other vehicles need improvement.… More>>

Total lubricant deal with Al Futtaim Automotive

Total Middle East FZE (Marketing), has signed a three-year exclusive lubricant supply agreement with Al Futtaim Automotive, the UAE’s largest car distributor. The deal means that every third new car in the UAE will run on Total… More>>

Chrysler & Jeep recall for six 2010 models

Chrysler has issued a recall for six different 2010 models in the United States. More than 40,000 Chrysler, Jeep and Dodge vehicles are affected by a problem where drivers might be able to remove the key… More>>

So we got a 2010 Jeep Cherokee

The general media is rather cliched when it comes to reporting cars. “VW makes reliable cars.” “Audi has the best interiors.” “Chrysler has the worst interiors.” “Jeeps are unreliable.” None of those statements are true. That’s… More>>

Nissan, Mazda & Jeep join recall season

For what seemed like ages, there was no rain. But then when it finally rains, it pours. And we aren’t even talking about the stormy local weather. Nissan, Mazda and Jeep have joined the runaway recall… More>>

Toyota, Chrysler & Ford brake problems

Since it’s recall season, more manufacturers are getting in on the game. This time, Jeep and Ford are joining Toyota with brake problems. More>>

Comparo: 2010 Jeep Wrangler VS 2002 Jeep Grand Cherokee

This urban comparo is about as meaningless as it gets, but for the sake of argument, we’ll give it a go anyway. We’ve had a 2002 Jeep Grand Cherokee V8 since late 2007, and this is… More>>

So we got a modified Jeep Wrangler Unlimited

Having never personally driven a Jeep Wrangler, I was actually looking forward to picking up this one from the local dealer for two days. Imagine my surprise when they handed me the keys to a modified… More>>

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