“SUV of the Year” Awarded to 2014 Jeep Cherokee

Posted on April 9, 2014 by baysideadmin

The award-winning 2014 Jeep Cherokee has taken home yet another award, the Rocky Mountain Automotive Press Association’s “SUV of the Year.”

The “SUV of the Year” award was announced at the Denver International Auto Show, which officially opened to the public on Wednesday April 9 and will be running through Sunday, April 13. Voting members of the Rocky Mountain Automotive Press association vote on the award, a group which is made up of automotive journalists, communication representatives, and other professionals in the motor industry.

Andre Smirnov, President of the Rocky Mountain Automotive Press, complimented the 2014 Jeep Cherokee and its ability to stand up to the area’s tough terrain, stating, “The Rocky Mountain region challenges any vehicle to the maximum with high altitude and constantly changing weather conditions. The 2014 Jeep Cherokee is equipped to handle this tough environment, which also offering comfort, utility, and efficiency. RMAP is pleased to recognize the Jeep Cherokee as the 2014 Rocky Mountain ‘SUV of the Year.’”

The 2014 Jeep Cherokee has already won multiple awards including “Compact SUV of Texas” by the Texas Auto Writers Association and the IIHS Top Safety Pick by the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety. Looking at sales from March, car buyers are also loving the Cherokee, considering it was one of the brand’s top-selling vehicles.

For more information on the Jeep Cherokee and other Jeep vehicles, contact us at Bayside Chrysler Jeep Dodge. Check out our new and used line-up on our website as well. Be sure to like us on Facebook and to follow us on Twitter to stay up to date on vehicle news and special monthly offers.

Jeep Sales Posts Best First Quarter in Years

Posted on April 2, 2014 by baysideadmin

As the first quarter of 2014 wraps up, Jeep is posting record sales for the month of March and setting up the brand for its strongest sales in recent years.

In March, the Jeep brand posted a 41 percent sales increase compared to March in 2013, selling a reported 5,081 units. The sales numbers for the first quarter of 2014 came out to 12,800 units sold by the Jeep Brand, the best first quarter ever recorded by Jeep brand.

Sales for the Jeep brand were propelled by the Cherokee, Grand Cherokee, and Wrangler, the brand’s top three vehicles. The Jeep Wrangler alone had an 11 percent sales increase compared to March 2013.

The full 2014 Jeep brand line-up is available for viewing on Bayside’s online showroom, so go to www.baysidechryslerjeepdodge.net for an up-close look at the Cherokee, Compass, Grand Cherokee, Wrangler, and Wrangler Unlimited. You can also connect with Bayside Chrysler Jeep Dodge on Facebook, Twitter, and YouTube.

Jeep CEO Introduces 2015 Jeep Renegade in Geneva

Posted on March 24, 2014 by baysideadmin

Earlier this month, Jeep unveiled the 2015 Jeep Renegade as part of the Geneva International Motor Show, and Jeep President and CEO Mike Manley was on hand to personally introduce Geneva to the new Renegade.

“Our small SUV stays true to the fun and freedom lifestyle of the brand’s heritage,” Manley said in his presentation, “but it boasts of flexibility for a new generation of vehicles that will attract a new generation of drivers.”

Manley’s presentation was squarely aimed at the European market, highlighting the vehicle’s fuel economy and performance while also showing off its design and capability on the show’s curved, uneven runway. He also brought up the 16 powertrain combinations, suited for the world market and specifically the fuel efficiency-minded European market.

Check out Mike Manley’s presentation at the Geneva International Motor Show in the video below:

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