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Stellantis NV, the parent company of Jeep, is under investigation by US authorities over reports of Jeep engines catching fire. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration is looking into whether Jeep Wranglers and Gladiators built from 2021 to 2023 are prone to engine fires, potentially affecting around 781,459 vehicles. This investigation comes as Stellantis faces challenges such as declining market share, quality issues, and recalls in Europe. The company's shares have also seen a significant decline this year. [Extracted from the article]

Stellantis NV, a carmaker, is under investigation by US authorities regarding reports of Jeep engines catching fire. The investigation focuses on Jeep Wranglers and Gladiators from model years 2021 through 2023, with an estimated 781,459 vehicles potentially affected. The majority of the reported fires occurred while the ignition was off, with the origin suspected to be at the passenger front side of the engine compartment. Stellantis is cooperating with the investigation. This investigation comes in addition to the recent recall of 1.46 million Ram trucks due to a software problem. Stellantis is currently facing challenges such as high inventories, quality issues, declining market share, and executive departures. [Extracted from the article]

Toyota Motor Sales is recalling over 100,000 Lexus LX SUVs and Toyota Tundra pickup trucks from the 2022 and 2023 model years due to concerns about debris in the engine causing internal damage. Symptoms that owners may experience include engine knocking, running rough, failure to start, and loss of power. Toyota is currently working on a fix and will notify affected owners when it is available, providing it free of charge. For more information, owners can contact Toyota at 800-331-4331. [Extracted from the article]

Inverted, a company known for its electric conversion work on Range Rovers, is now expanding its retrofit conversion work to Toyota's Land Cruiser. They offer expertly restored, electric-powered vintage Land Cruisers, including the FJ40, FJ43, and FJ45 models. Inverted ensures that the custom Land Cruisers maintain the essence of the old school 4WD while eliminating drawbacks such as poor performance and reliability issues. Each vehicle is meticulously restored and redesigned according to the client's preferences. The modified Land Cruisers feature a 53kWh battery pack, a 160kW electric motor, and modern amenities such as Apple CarPlay and air conditioning. [Extracted from the article]

According to automotive researcher J.D. Power, electric vehicles (EVs) are expected to make up only 9% of car sales in the US this year, down from the previous forecast of 12.4%. This revision comes after Ford Motor Co. scaled back its EV strategy and other automakers, like Volkswagen AG, delayed production of EVs due to slowing demand. J.D. Power attributes the slower growth of EVs to increased competition from gasoline-powered vehicle alternatives, such as gas-electric hybrids, and consumer concerns about public charging infrastructure. J.D. Power predicts that EVs will account for 36% of US sales by 2030, falling short of President Joe Biden's target of 50%. [Extracted from the article]

This article from the High Plains Journal discusses the current fears of a recession in the United States and the impact it has had on the markets. The author expresses concern about the upcoming election in November, citing the chaos in the political world. They also express worry about the number of undocumented immigrants entering the country and the potential consequences. The article briefly mentions the impact on cattle markets and includes some personal anecdotes. It is important to note that the views expressed in the article are those of the author and do not represent the view of the High Plains Journal. [Extracted from the article]

Stellantis NV, the parent company of Jeep and Ram, is planning to cut up to 2,450 hourly positions at a pickup truck factory near Detroit in an effort to reduce inventories. The company will stop production of the entry-level Ram 1500 Classic truck at its Warren, Michigan plant, resulting in a shift reduction from two shifts to one. Stellantis CEO Carlos Tavares has been implementing job cuts and reducing capacity at American factories due to a decline in US sales. The layoffs at the Warren plant could begin in October, and affected union members will have the opportunity to work at other plants. [Extracted from the article]

Stellantis NV, the parent company of Jeep and Ram, is planning to cut up to 2,450 hourly positions at a pickup truck factory near Detroit. This decision comes as the company ends production of its Ram 1500 Classic truck model at the plant, resulting in a shift reduction from two shifts to one. The Warren, Michigan plant also produces Jeep Wagoneer and Grand Wagoneer models and currently employs 3,700 United Auto Workers union members. Layoffs could begin on October 8, and affected workers will have the opportunity to transfer to other plants. [Extracted from the article]

The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) is investigating a fatal accident involving Tesla's Cybertruck. The driver of the electric pickup truck was declared dead in Chambers County, Texas. Tesla and the Chambers County Sheriff's Office have not yet commented on the incident. The NHTSA also mentioned that Tesla has issued four recalls for its 2024 Cybertruck. [Extracted from the article]

General Motors has unveiled the 2025 Chevrolet Corvette ZR1, the most powerful variant yet of the iconic sports car. The ZR1 features a 5.5-liter twin-turbo V8 engine that delivers 1,064 horsepower and 828 pound-feet of torque. It is also the first Corvette to utilize turbocharging for enhanced performance. The ZR1 brings back the split rear-window design from the 1960s and incorporates carbon fiber elements for improved heat extraction and reduced weight. The car is set to begin production in 2025, and pricing details will be announced closer to that time. [Extracted from the article]

The article discusses voter challenges in Missouri and the potential impact on the upcoming election. The author notes that in 2022, there was tension during the midterm election, and this year, there are fewer pro-Trump yard signs. The article also mentions that Robert Kennedy Jr. is polling well and could potentially impact the race. Additionally, there is a possibility of an abortion rights vote on the ballot, which could bring out pro-Biden voters. The author encourages readers to get informed and fact-check information from various sources. [Extracted from the article]

Late Model Engines, a shop specializing in late model engines such as LS, LT, and Hemi platforms, has been in business for 20 years and has been featured in several Engine of the Week articles. The shop is 17,000 sq. ft. and has nearly 30 employees. They make and machine engine components in-house and offer a range of services. The article highlights a naturally aspirated 440 cid LT1 engine that the shop built for a customer who will be using it in a road race application in a Camaro. The engine features a 4.185" bore, 4.000" stroke, and 12:1 compression, and is capable of producing 750 horsepower and 600 ft.-lbs. of torque. The shop also offers customization options for different cars and applications. [Extracted from the article]

The sills are normally bolted to the station wagon body crossmember, towards the rear of the vehicle, but here the sills were already unbolted because a new body crossmember had been recently fitted, with the sills next to be dealt with. The 110 station wagon models have additional major steel structures that are also prone to expensive rust damage -- the sill, B-post and C-post assembly on each side of the vehicle. [Extracted from the article]

15×7 Voxx Rally style wheels were bolted up to give the truck that classic styling the guys at Conductive were after. FEATURES WITH GASOLINE PRICES SHARPLY RISING WITH NO PLATEAU IN SIGHT, SOME TRUCK OWNERS MAY OPT TO KEEP THEIR VEHICLE WITH THE LEAST IDEAL MPG RATING PARKED AT HOME UNTIL THE PAIN AT THE PUMP STARTS TO SUBSIDE. In the end, the truck the guys now refer to as the E-Pache stands as a different type of EV - one that can satisfy the demands of modern classic custom truck builders while ensuring a certain future for all those "old" vehicles in need of saving. [Extracted from the article]

And to properly outfit the truck to live out its true overland intentions, Complete Performance Addicts joined the build as a major sponsor since the company is a commanding steward of classic early 80s-early '00s full size Ford pickups. CREW COMES TOGETHER Since most modern truck owners prefer the four-door crew cab configuration, that's exactly what Hemmings looked for in a '97 F-250. Camping and spending more time away from the noisy city are activities that have gained traction in a major way, and to celebrate this desire to be outdoors, Hemmings Motor News embarked on a full custom pickup build that encapsulates how they perceive the current custom truck culture. [Extracted from the article]

Pete Sweetser, a UK Camel Trophy club member, who, along with his American wife, bought an ex-Camel Trophy 110 to drive around the world with their two young kids, also attended the show. Overland Expo West is the ultimate rendezvous for all overlanders, off-roaders, van-lifers and adventure motorcyclists. WHEN a show boasts its own smartphone app, then you know the organisers are not messing about and have put every effort into delivering a world-class event. [Extracted from the article]

Rivian aims to "electrify the outdoors", whereas GMC wants the Hummer to be considered the "world's first all-electric supertruck", which, by the look of it, basically means a plus-sized electric Ram 1500 TRX fighter. Tests & Drives By no measure do the new 2022 GMC Hummer EV pickup and the 2022 Rivian R1T feel like they have anything in common. Aided by WTF mode (no launch control exists in the R1T, though we're told Rivian is working on it), the Hummer claws its way to 60 mph in an astonishing 3.0 seconds. The Hummer holds the advantage when it comes to approach, breakover, and departure angles (49.7/32.2/38.4 degrees versus 34.0/25.7/29.3 degrees for the Rivian) and ground clearance, but the Rivian's smaller size, extra motor, and suspension make it the better all-arounder off-pavement. [Extracted from the article]

The article in Octane magazine features letters from various individuals discussing their experiences and memories related to cars. Topics include a photograph of a speedometer showing 188mph in a Ferrari 512BB, the ownership of a Chris Meek 512 Boxer, the speed of a Lotus Eleven series 2, the design of the Lamborghini Miura, a comparison between a Le Mans Aston Martin DB2 and a Jaguar XK120, the Peugeot 404 pick-up, the Steyr Daimler Puch Pinzgauer and Haflinger off-road vehicles, and a request to include these vehicles in the Classic Car Price Guide. The letters provide personal anecdotes and insights into the history and features of these cars. [Extracted from the article]

This document is a buying guide from Consumer Reports that highlights standout new models in various categories of automobiles. The guide includes top-scoring models in popular categories such as small electric vehicles/hybrids, small hatchbacks, small sedans, midsized sedans, large sedans, luxury sedans, SUVs, luxury midsized, luxury large, luxury compact, sports cars, pickup trucks, minivans, and electric vehicles. [Extracted from the article]

In celebration of Four Wheeler's 60th anniversary in 2022 we invited several past staffers to join us on the 2022 Four Wheeler Pickup Truck of the Year test and each brought with them years of experience in off-road and new vehicle testing THE JUDGES' PREFERRED PICKUPS SEAN HOLMAN FOUR WHEELER CONTENT DIRECTOR There were so many good trucks in this test, and as much as the Raptor is aiming to be the ultimate pickup, there was one truck in the test that felt a little more casual, a little more relaxed, and was a little more well-rounded. The truck was an absolute blast to drive in the sand as well - with the transfer case switched to low-range the truck's traction control systems stayed out of the way enough to let the truck absolutely dominate the dunes. This is evidenced in our own testing as well, as the Raptor won our Pickup Truck of the Year award with its first-generation truck in 2011, its second generation in 2017, and now with the most recent '21 F-150 Raptor. Many of our judges noted that while the truck's added width at first appeared to be prohibitive on tight trail sections, taking a slightly different approach to the obstacles actually enabled the big truck to do more and go farther. [Extracted from the article]

Pepito's latest vehicle was a 1957 Chevy bus, which he thought was great and all, but not really right to drive around town on a regular basis. To pull the bus to truck conversion off right, Pepito HD and Israel had to think outside the box. The plan was to cut into the bus and make a truck out of it - a truck that was unique in its own right but a truck that still resembled a model most people were familiar with. [Extracted from the article]

Harry Besley, an 18-year-old skipper, has become the first person to travel around Britain in an electric rigid inflatable boat (eRIB). The Round Britain eRIB Challenge covered 1,708 miles and took 31 days, 20 hours, and 46 minutes to complete. Besley faced challenges with time, tides, and charging, but praised his supporters and the staff at ports, harbors, and marinas. The eRIB, named Electra, could be fast-charged at 30 of the stop locations. The gear from the challenge is available for sale on the Practical Boat Owner website. [Extracted from the article]

The article focuses on the significant progress made on two classic truck projects, highlighting the major upgrades and restorations achieved with the help of experts. It details the improvements made to the 1948 Chevy, including the installation of modern air ride and fuel systems, as well as the overhaul of the 1969 C10 with new exhaust, brake lines, and interior work. It underscores the ongoing efforts and future plans for both trucks.

In this article from Trains journal, the author recounts a humorous incident that occurred in 1979 when they were working as a locomotive engineer for the Chicago & North Western Railway. While relieving a crew at a grade crossing in Iowa, an irate farmer jumped onto the author's locomotive with a cast iron fry pan, expressing his frustration with the train blocking the road. The author continued to accelerate the train, causing the farmer to realize he might end up far from his truck and eventually jump off. The author shares this anecdote from their 42-year career as a locomotive engineer. [Extracted from the article]