Plant Prepares for Full 2014 Jeep Cheorkee Production

Posted on July 24, 2013 by baysideadmin

It’s been a long time coming, but the new Jeep Cherokee is almost upon us. Ever since it was teased with a new look that’s been divisive amongst fans, the new Cherokee has been building up popularity thanks to those wanting something new and others who are more impressed by what its capable of rather than a striking new look. Expectations are high and Jeep plans to make sure on delivering. That’s why it will be increasing production at the plant responsible for getting the Cherokee out to would-be buyers.

The Toledo plant in Ohio will be producing the 2014 Cherokee at full volume for a single shift. However, they want to be at full capacity by September. That’s over 500 models over the course of a nine-hour shift. In order to maintain that incredible pace, a second shift will be added. Training has already begun to get ready.

We’re expecting this vehicle to sell,” said Zachary Leroux, the plant’s manager. “I think that’s going to keep us busy for a long period of time.

Jeep is placing large bet on the new compact SUV set to replace the Jeep Liberty. With the hype going into it, I think it stands a chance at bringing in a new age of Jeep drivers.

For more information on the availability of the 2014 Jeep Cherokee when it’s released later this year, contact us at Bayside Chrysler Jeep Dodge. You can also view our full Jeep line-up online at our website as well as our new and used inventory. Be sure to like us on Facebook and follow us on Twitter to see our monthly specials.

Source: Wall St Cheat Sheet

2014 Jeep Cherokee: It’s What’s Inside That Counts!

Posted on March 28, 2013 by baysideadmin

The new look for the 2014 Jeep Cherokee has been a hot topic of late. In order to deal with the critics who have seemed timid about the new direction, Jeep has been putting an emphasis on what’s beneath the new look. A real Jeep isn’t defined by its exterior, but by what it can do. A jeep is made for someone looking for an aggressive drive, someone who wants to make his own road.

The 2014 Jeep Cherokee may be sporting a new and distinct look that separates it from its prior pedigree, but it has heart where it matters. Jeep wants to assure fans that just because the style has evolved that the capability hasn’t been left behind. In fact, the 2014 Cherokee will be the first ever mid-sized SUV to feature rear-axle disconnect. This helps to reduce energy loss, leading to a better fuel efficiency, by not using 4×4 when it’s unnecessary.

The new Cherokee is coming out to replace the aging Liberty and that means it’d better make sure to bring an improvement over its predecessor. The 2014 Cherokee has much more power in the engine with a new nine-speed transmission. There are two variations of engines available to choose from. First is the 2.4-liter Tigershark with 184 horsepower and gets 31 mpg on the highway. Second choice is the 2.3-liter Pentastar V-6 engine. It’s built with the intention to reduce noise, vibration, and harshness in mind and is capable of 271 horsepower.

With all the fuss that’s been said about the outside, no one has really mentioned the inside. The 2014 Cherokee will come loaded with over 70 available safety and security features such as the inclusion of 10 standard airbags. The dashboard has two ways of viewing the vehicle’s information. One is a 3.5 inch greyscale thin-film transistor LED. The other is the 7-inch full color reconfiguarble instrument cluster. Chrysler’s popular Uconnect system will be included and will have either the standard 5-inch touchscreen or the up-gradable 7-inch screen.

When the 2014 Cherokee is released in the third quarter of this year, it will be available in four models:

Jeep Cherokee Sport
Jeep Cherokee Latitude
Jeep Cherokee Limited
Jeep Cherokee Trailhawk

For more information on the Cherokee, contact us at Bayside Chrysler Jeep Dodge. We offer the highest quality of customer service in the Queens area. Shop our new and pre-owned inventory online as well as set up a time to come in for a test drive. Follow the dealership on Facebook and Twitter to see more Jeep news and monthly specials.

Jeep Shows Off 2014 Cherokee’s Off-Road Capabilities in New Video

Posted on March 19, 2013 by baysideadmin

The 2014 Jeep Cherokee has been held under a fine microscope even with barely any information released. All it took was a few sneak peeks and official pictures to get the entire auto world talking. Some loved the new look and others scoffed. In response, Jeep is making sure that people remember that the real beauty of their vehicles is not just the exterior, but it’s what’s underneath.

A new video put out by Jeep follows the new Cherokee as it tackles a rocky playground. The shot is POV and clearly shows that the Cherokee, while boasting a more car-like look, is not unable to take on rough terrain. The vehicle goes up a couple of steep inclines covered in both solid rock and loose sand.

At the beginning of the video, Jeep teases that the 2014 Cherokee will be offering the best-in-class capability. There’s no doubt after seeing it briefly in action that all-wheel drive will be a part of the package.

The 2014 Jeep Cherokee will get its full reveal at the 2013 New York Auto Show happening very soon. Many Jeep enthusiasts are looking forward to seeing just what this giant leap has in store.

Bayside Chrysler Jeep Dodge offers the best quality service in the Queens area. Shop our new and pre-owned inventory online as well as set up a time to come in for a test drive. Follow the dealership on Facebook and Twitter to see more Jeep news and monthly specials.