January sales: 2017 starts with a whimper 02/01/17 Audi still working on A3 four-door coupe? Elon Musk pressures Trump administration for carbon tax 01/27/17 The Beast: 10 Things to Know About the President's Limo 01/23/17 Owner claims Chevy Bolt crashed itself with nobody inside 01/20/17 First drive: 2017 Mercedes-AMG E43 02/01/17 Study: 74 percent of Americans think autonomous cars \'not safe\' 01/18/17 A pickup is in the works, but Jeep's next new model is a compact SUV. The on-again, off-again Jeep Wrangler-based pickup truck has finally been given the green light for production. While Jeep seriously considered launching the truck as a standalone model, the upcoming pickup will most likely take the form of a long-wheelbase version of the next Wrangler fitted with a pickup bed. In other words, it will bear more than a passing resemblance to the CJ-8 Scrambler that was built during the 1980s, and to the Gladiator concept (pictured) that was shown at the Detroit Auto Show over a decade ago.
Jeep's upcoming pickup will be built alongside the next-generation Wrangler in Toledo, Ohio. The Wrangler is expected to bow in late 2017, and the pickup is tentatively scheduled to arrive before the end of 2018. More concrete details will be announced later this month when Jeep parent company Fiat-Chrysler Automobiles publishes an updated five-year plan for all of its brands. Jeep CEO Mike Manley also announced that the Patriot and the Compass will be replaced by a single model that will make its public debut in April at the New York Auto Show. The off-roader will retain one of the two nameplates, but Manley stopped short of confirming which one will be deep-sixed after the 2016 model year. BMW recalls i3 REx, cites fire risk The fuel tank vent line may chafe against a battery cable, eventually wearing through the vent hose and allowing fuel vapor to leak. Next Honda Civic Type R to break cover in Geneva Honda will introduce the next-generation Civic Type R at the Geneva Auto Show.
Rumors indicate it will receive a turbocharged 2.0-liter four-cylinder engine rated at over 300 horsepower. This time around, the Type R will be sold in the United States. BMW M2 Performance Edition specs leaked? BMW is planning a limited-edition version of the M2 named Performance Edition, according to leaked documents. It gets more basic features like manually-adjustable, non-heated seats, and it receives a handful of model-specific components such as a performance exhaust system with titanium tips and a firmer suspension. There are no mechanical upgrades to report, according to Bimmerpost. Lamborghini Huracan Performante to break cover in Geneva Lamborghini will introduce the Huracan Performante in Geneva next month. It will make extensive use of a new material named Forged Composites that was developed in-house by the Raging Bull. Chevrolet to close SS order book Chevrolet will stop taking orders for the SS in the coming weeks, according to GM Authority.
Rumors claimed the four-door muscle car would be sent off with a limited-edition high-performance model, but it doesn't look like Chevrolet is planning anything special. A replacement is not in the works. Virginia wants to fine left-lane hoggers Virginia lawmakers have passed a bill that makes hogging the left lane -- also known as the passing lane -- an offense. Drivers caught using the left lane improperly will face a minimum fine of $250. The state's governor hasn't signed the bill yet, but it's expected to get his approval. 1988 Cadillac Trump limo offered for sale Only two Trump-branded limousines were made, complete with CRT televisions and paper shredders. One has surfaced in the UK, available for the equivalent of $62,500. Drivetrain shutdowns prompt Toyota Mirai recall The glitch is said to occur under hard acceleration when the vehicle has been travelling downhill for more than one minute using cruise control, causing an over-voltage condition.
Audi gets naming rights for DC United soccer stadium The Audi-branded facility will open in 2018 for sporting games, concerts and other cultural events. Lamborghini Urus spied in the flesh Lamborghini's Urus SUV is storming toward production. It'll feature supercar styling and a twin-turbocharged 4.0L V8. Book it and your car will be ready and waiting when you pick up your rental.Thank you for visiting Blackstar Offroad. We have been family owned and operated for over 30 years and we specialize in everything "Jeep Wrangler". Our sales staff can help you choose from our inventory of over 50 Wranglers. Our service dept. can help service, lift or customize your Wrangler. We offer everything from Suspension Kits to Wheel and Tire Combos to Custom Bumpers. If you would like to subscribe to our Newsletter CLICK HERE. It includes new inventory, featured products on sale, service specials, Jeep show info and technical articles. Here are some of our popular brands.
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