New Jeep Compass Not Here Until Year End

The new Jeep Compass just launched overseas will not arrive in Australia until Late 2017.
The all new model has impressed with it's sharp, new modern styling and should be a sales hit here in Australia when it arrives. Buyers have a long wait for the new model to arrive on our shores while the runout model Compass has almost run out completely as dealers clear them out. Is due around October 2017 in Australia.

TALKING JEEP OZ RETURNS

Talking Jeep Oz has been off the air waves for a while and has returned to the net for Australian Jeep Enthusiasts
Watch this space for information about Jeeps in OZ

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LEAVE NO TRACE MESSAGE IS VITAL FOR OUR FUTURE ACCESS

It is vital that we all follow the "Leave No Trace" philosophy to ensure we have access to our recreational areas in the future. If we continue to mess up by damaging tracks, leaving rubbish and refuse behind and not caring for our parks and forests we will not continue to have access to our bush trails.

Tread Lightly and Leave No Trace should become the Jeepers mantra.
Look at how NSW and Qld tracks have been and continue to be locked up or are under threat. Lucky Victorians continue to have greater access because of the hard work of  Four Wheel Drive Victoria and the responsible behaviour of most 4WD Club members. As more and more 4WD's are sold Victorian tracks are also becoming more under threat due to misuse and abuse by irresponsible 4 Wheelers and it is up to all responsible 4 wheel drivers to set an example to others by spreading the Tread Lightly and Leave No Trace message.
As responsible Jeepers it is up to you to set a responsible example to others.
Check out these links
LEAVE NO TRACE
4WD TV
TREAD LIGHTLY US
4WD VICTORIA

Talking Jeep OZ Passes 2000 Twitter Followers

Thank you to all our Twitter followers as we have just reached 2000 followers. We have Jeepers following us from all round the world and it is great to see such interest in the Australian Jeep Scene.
Once Again Thank You.

Booming Grand Cherokee Sales Cause Stock Shortages In Australia

The huge success of the 2014 Jeep Grand Cherokee in Australia is causing stock shortages across the range. The Jeep plant in the US is at full stretch and demand is again outstripping supply. Many dealers have run dry of Diesel models and it will be many months before new supplies start to come through.

The Diesel engined models are now on sale in the US and success there is causing stress here for buyers. If you can find a new Diesel Jeep on a dealers lot buy it before you miss out.

BABY JEEP BREAKS COVER IN GENEVA

The much speculated baby Jeep SUV has broken cover at the Geneva Motor Show and it is getting rave reviews. The new Jeep is designed in USA but built by Fiat in Italy and is based on the Fiat 500L so it will suit the narrow roads of Europe and large cities around the world.

Looking quite cute it will appeal to a whole new lifestyle market for Jeep and will have huge appeal to urban warriors with a hankering for something different to the usual "Japorean " mould.

Shown for the first time at the 2014 Geneva Motor Show, Jeep pulled in Jeep Chief Mike Manly to present the new Jeep Renegade to the motoring media. More details will come soon but it appears that Jeep have a 2WD, AWD and a off road capable Trailhawk version. Using Fiat running gear and drivelines it should be well priced and packaged.

The new Jeep broke cover yesterday with some media outlets ignoring the Jeep media embargo and releasing photos on the internet prior to official launch. This is one of the most important releases for Jeep and certainly looks like a winner. We have no confirmation if it will come to Australia but if it does it should be a hit.

UNLOCK AUSTRALIA CAMPAIGN GROWS

Unlock Australia (ULA) is a not for profit company dedicated to opening up public lands and waterways for outdoor recreation.
ULA was formed to fight the extreme green mind-set of National Parks and so called 'conservationists' who believe the bush is best protected by locking people out. As bush lovers and users, we know this to be fundamentally wrong. Most of our public lands are suffering from a total lack of practical management as displayed by the rapid growth in feral animals (cats and pigs are destroying Australia's delicate flora and fauna) and the influx of non-native weeds and vegetation.

We're also very concerned with the 'privatisation' of public lands which consistently sees access barred to all but a few elite groups. As Australians, the bush, the beaches and the waterways belong to all of us. This is our birthright.

Check out all the details at http://www.unlockaustralia.com.au

SNORKEL ON THE WAY FOR WK 2 GRAND CHEROKEE

Australian Company MURCHISON PRODUCTS are in final development and production stage of offering a snorkel for the latest Jeep Grand Cherokee WK2 range.
The top selling Grand Cherokee is proving itself with Australian four wheel drivers who are getting out in the bush and exploring the Aussie outback in there Jeep. Demand for popular 4WD accessories is strong and a snorkel for this model will be a good seller.

Giving cleaner air to the engine in dusty conditions as well as better water fordability the WK2 snorkel will be welcomed by those more adventurous Jeepers. The new snorkel is expected to be on the market mid 2014. Murchison Products also offer suspension and other 4WD accessories for the Grand Cherokee. MURCHISON PRODUCTS

Jeep Sneaks In 2014 Freedom Edition Wrangler For Australia

Jeep Australia have released a Special Edition Wrangler for the 2014 model year in the Freedom Edition. 

Rooted in tradition. This classic freedom machine is fully equipped for your next strategic outing with standard body-color fender flares, exclusive Mineral Gray front and rear bumper appliqués and Black fuel filler door and taillamp guards from Mopar®. 

The Wrangler and Wrangler Unlimited Freedom Edition 4x4 vehicles are built on the tried-and-true Sport model.

Kitted out with Leather-trimmed seats with a resilient Black Tectonic seat fabric feature an exclusive embroidered Star along with unique accent stitching with a silver accent on the seat, leather-wrapped steering wheel, door pulls and floor console lid. Quick silver painted accents can also be found on the door grab handle, instrument panel grab handle and vent rings.

Rooted in tradition. This classic freedom machine is fully equipped for your next strategic outing with standard body-color fender flares, exclusive Mineral Gray front and rear bumper appliqués and Black fuel filler door and taillamp guards from Mopar®.

Check Out All The Details at http://www.jeep.com.au/wrangler-freedom

ARB BULL BAR FOR 2014 WK2 GRAND CHEROKEE

ARB Have released the 2014 version of their Heavy Duty Deluxe Bull Bar for the multi-award winning Jeep Grand Cherokee.

Shown in this picture finished in colour coded powder coating it really does enhance the good looks of the Jeep.

"The new Grand Cherokee WK2 ARB deluxe bar combines aesthetic appeal with functionality to keep your vehicle both stylish and safe. This bar has been designed with considerations for each model variant, featuring ARB's renowned multi fold upswept and tapered wing design and a wider split pan to accommodate factory radar as well as providing easy access to winch handles."

One negative is that the ARB Bull Bar only features one recovery/tow point rated to 4,500kg.

Available in standard black or colour matched powder coating the bar also features frontal protection for vulnerable components and can be installed on all models including vehicles with adaptive cruise control and parking sensors. It also has facility for electric winch, high-lift jacking points and fog lights.

www.arb.com.au

All New 2014 Cherokee Sales Boom In US

The All New KL Cherokee looks to be proving very popular in the first 2 months of sales in the USA.
After initially being delayed while Jeep engineers insisted on further quality checks and adjustments before release to dealers the Cherokee finally hit US Dealers in late October.
Achieving over 10,000 sales in it's first full month of sales in November and following up with over 15,000 in December giving the new model a great start with 25,000 sold in just 2 months.

Proving the traditionalists Cherokee enthusiast to be wrong the all new model was initially shunned for it's radical styling change from more traditional Cherokee styles. It has been a huge hit already with a strong future in the tough US market.
The new Jeep fits into the popular Jeep range between the smaller Patriot and Compass models and the award winning Grand Cherokee and will come with a 9 speed automatic and new petrol and turbo diesel engines.
The new Jeep Cherokee is due to arrive in Australia in the second Quarter of 2014.

Next Wrangler To Keep It's Core Values - But Major Upgrade

At the Opening of the 2014 Detroit Auto Show CEO of Fiat Chrysler Sergio Marchionne has declared that the next Wrangler will retain it's traditional core 4WD features but will receive a major overhaul of power trains and loose some weight to improve economy.

"We know we need to update the architecture. We need to take weight out," he saidThe plans for the next generation Wrangler are up for approval in the next 10 weeks he said.
Jeep enthusiast circles are concerned that the next Wrangler may get independent suspension which would mean a less capable vehicle than the current sold axle JK model.
The current Wrangler setup suits the 4X4 enthusiast and adventurers who use the Wrangler in extreme terrain and arduous conditions around the world.
Marchionne has stated that Jeeps biggest problem with Wrangler production is that is at full capacity at the Toledo plant and they are committed to building the iconic Jeep model in the US. Wrangler sales rose another 10% in north America last year and markets are very strong in export countries such as Australia also.source Autonews

GRAND CHEROKEE WINS "4x4 OF THE YEAR"

The 2014 Jeep Grand Cherokee Overland Diesel has just been announced as the winner of Australia's premier 4x4 award by 4x4 Australia Magazine

Outclassing all rivals with a unanimous decision the 4x4 Australia Magazine team praised the Jeep in all areas of the testing.

HAVE A MERRY CHRISTMAS AND SEASONS GREETINGS TO YOU ALL

Have A Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year - Please drive safely out there. pic.twitter.com/RPITAnwsCh

— Talking Jeep Oz (@talkingjeepoz) December 16, 2013

NEW CHEROKEE KL AUSTRALIAN RELEASE DELAYED

We have heard that the release of the all new 2014 Jeep Cherokee has been delayed for Australia. Now expected 2nd Quarter of 2014 after production delays in the USA caused the US release to be late. Vehicles have been rolling out to US dealers and the first month of sales has exceeded 10,000 in November. The new Jeep seems to have already been a hit with buyers. It does look better in the flesh than in photos and is expected to fill a big hole in the Jeep line up sitting between the small Compass and Patriot models and the much larger Grand Cherokee.

We should see a similar line up in Australia to that of the US market with Sport, Latitude, Limited and Trailhawk versions featuring 9 speed automatic transmissions and both petrol and turbo diesel variants.
You can get more details at www.jeep.com.au

JK DRAGON EDITION ARRIVES IN AUSTRALIA

JK WRANGLER DRAGON EDITION HERE NOW
First shown at the Beijing Motor Show last year the new limited edition Wrangler is based on the premium Overland (Sahara in US) model and is loaded with unique styling features that will make it stand out in the crowd.

   
The new $51,000 (plus on-roads) Dragon Edition adds a haul of styling tweaks that include bronze highlights to the front-end garnishes, 18-inch wheels, badges and the Mopar fuel door bolts. Also sporting a large dragon graphic across the body and spare-wheel cover, the Dragon certainly looks unique and will be snapped by enthusiasts with an eye for style and class. Nappa leather with Dragon emblems and graphics complete the interior package.

Corowa Military Vehicle Rally 2014

Corowa has become the largest military vehicle rally under the Southern Cross and is attended by guests and participants alike from all over the world.

Our next show, in March 2014, is already in the planning stages and will be magnificent in every respect!

Every year sees a new theme, with next year's being the Year of World War 1 & Year of the Ford, in honour of our 35th consecutive event - Corowa has come a long way since the first ad-hoc swim-in of amphibious vehicles in 1980!

CHECK OUT ALL THE DETAILS HERE
http://www.corowaswim-in.org

Jeep Australia Release Grand Cherokee Summit

Jeep have released a new luxury model in Australia called the Summit.

It will fit above the Overland model and will be available as a limited edition. It will only be available with the Diesel Turbo engine and includes all the features of the current Overland plus chrome highlights to the grille, door sills and trapezoid exhaust tips, body-coloured wheel arch flares, 20-inch alloy wheels and Summit badging on the tailgate. On the interior it gets Harmon Kardon premium 19-speaker surround sound system and ‘NaturaPlus’ leather, which Jeep says is the highest grade leather found in any of its vehicles.

The Summit has been available in the USA for some years and will suit buyers looking at the high end of the market but still want a all terrain 4WD capable vehicle rather than the sportier SRT8 version. The Summit will also get the 3,500 KG Tow rating similar to the other diesel models.

It will be $75000 plus on road costs which is $4000 more than an Overland Diesel.

Jeep Grand Cherokee Wins Drive 4WD Of The Year For the 3rd Time In Succession

The Jeep Grand Cherokee has won the prestigious 4WD Of The Year award from Drive.com.au which is the Fairfax Media motoring website for The Age Melbourne and Sydney Morning Herald newspapers.

The Grand Cherokee has won this award in 2011, 2012 and now 2013 and fought off the Toyota Prado to win this year with the recently upgraded 2014 Model Year Laredo CRD Turbo Diesel version. The Jeep came out on top in most categories especially on performance of the new 8 speed auto matched with the 3.0L Diesel Turbo, on road handling, off road ability, value and quality of finish.
Check out the full report here http://news.drive.com.au/drive/motor-news/dcoty-2013-best-4wd-20131127-2y99w.html