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We all want the cars we drive to be safe, but the priority of safety rises as we add other people as passengers, and even more so when those passengers are family. Consequently, a high safety rating may resonate a bit stronger on a minivan designed for hauling families than, say, a Dodge Challenger Hellcat. Thus, Benna Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram is pleased to inform you that the 2023 Chrysler Pacifica has earned a Top Safety Pick rating from the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS). To earn an IIHS Top Safety Pick rating, a vehicle must have the following qualifications: Good rating – the highest possible – in the driver- and passenger-side small overlap front tests and original moderate overlap front test Acceptable or good rating in the updated side test Acceptable or good headlights standard Advanced or Superior rating for daytime vehicle-to-pedestrian front crash prevention Pacifica was ranked “Good” in IIHS tests that simulate three of the most common types of real-world crashes: Driver-side small overlap frontal impact Passenger-side small overlap frontal impact Moderate overlap frontal impact In addition, the Pacifica’s standard Pedestrian Automatic Emergency Braking (AEB) received an advanced rating in both daytime and nighttime testing. The 2024 Chrysler Pacifica Plug-In Hybrid Pinnacle remains the first and only plug-in hybrid in the segment, achieving more than 80 miles per gallon equivalent (MPGe), an all-electric range of more than 30 miles and a total range of more than 500 miles. Chrysler points to the Pacifica’s robust body structure, which features multiple uses of advanced high-strength and ultra-high-strength steel, along with meticulous crumple zone design, contributing to these results. “The Chrysler Pacifica is America’s most awarded minivan for seven years running, and 2023 Chrysler Pacifica stands alone among minivans with its 97 standard-equipment safety and security features and its renowned versatility,” said Chrysler Brand CEO Chris Feuell. “The total package delivers the superior level of driving confidence consumers want and deserve.” In 2020, IIHS revised its rating system to place greater emphasis on AEB and headlight functionality. Because LED provides a balanced beam of light that also minimizes glare for oncoming traffic, the 2023 Pacifica features standard LED headlamps, daytime running lamps, fog lamps, and taillamps. The minivan remains the most versatile and comfortable automotive genre for daily family activities and taking the clan on a cross-country trip. Chrysler created the minivan segment 40 years ago and continues to innovate the category with the Pacifica, adding to that versatility by being the only Minivan to offer both a hybrid drivetrain and, most notably for our area, all-wheel drive in the mix. Inquire with Benna CDJR about test driving the safe, efficient, and versatile Chrysler Pacifica.

Whether consciously or unconsciously, nearly all used car buyers are looking for a vehicle as close to new as their budget will allow. This preference can be quantitative in years and miles or qualitative in condition. Certified Pre-Owned (CPO) can be a major step toward this like-new designation. However, within the CPO inventory, there may be a couple of cars that come closer to being “new.” These vehicles have never had another owner besides the dealer or manufacturer but have accrued enough miles to be designated as a used vehicle. What is a Loaner Car? Three such vehicles fall into this used but never sold category. Demonstrators are cars designated for test drives. Loaners are vehicles offered to service customers when their own vehicle will be with us for a few days. Loaners can be demonstrators when not being loaned. There are also “program cars,” which were used by the manufacturer’s employees until auctioned to a dealer. Demonstrators and loaners are often sold before they reach 10,000 miles; you may find them with as little as 3,000 miles. Program cars may have higher mileage. All are frequently of the current or just past model year. So, they are like-new and low mileage. For simplicity, we will refer to all three as loaner cars, and the question is, should you consider one? A shopper’s primary concern regarding a loaner car is that it was driven by people who didn’t own it and, thus, did not treat it well. Demonstrators probably have regular bouts of acceleration and even hard braking. Service loaners carried out their driver’s daily routine like other used cars, except that its drivers changed every few days. The other side of the coin is that these cars have been well-maintained. The resources of our entire dealership are on hand with anything that needs to be done to maintain the loaner vehicle and will be put to use because demonstrators must make a good impression on shoppers. Service loaners are also intended to impress service customers with a manufacturer’s latest features since they will likely be future customers. The Branded Title A loaner car may be classified as a fleet vehicle, in which case it may have what is known as a branded title. A branded title indicates anything other than the standard transfer from one private party to another for individual use. It is intended to inform the buyer that the car’s previous use was for something other than private owner use. Is it For You? A loaner car can be the closest means of purchasing a new vehicle at a used vehicle price. You have to balance the idea that the car has been driven by multiple people with the fact that its condition was quite important to its owner, the dealer. One challenge in seeking a loaner car is that they usually aren’t immediately designated as such. You will likely find them as part of our CPO inventory because they are relatively new, have low mileage, and are well-maintained. The Benna CDJR website navigation makes it easy to specify only CPO models. A look at the Carfax history will tell you if it was only previously owned by the dealer or manufacturer. Our sales and service staff can also point you to a loaner car in inventory as they will likely be very familiar with it. Of course, as a Stellantis CPO vehicle, the car will have undergone a 125-point dealer inspection and have a 7-year/100,000-mile comprehensive warranty from when the car was new, which includes 24-hour roadside assistance, plus a Carfax ® vehicle history. And this applies to all 2017 or newer used Stellantis vehicles with less than 75,000 miles. We invite you to look at our online inventory and visit Benna Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram to see all of our Pre-Owned vehicle choices. If you encounter one of our former loaner cars, you can better evaluate if this could be the right car for you.

The Wagoneer by Jeep has been a great addition to the full-size SUV market, especially as the Jeep Wagoneer name is revered among car enthusiasts. While the Wagoneer models were all-new in 2023, there are some key updates Jeep has made to keep giving buyers the ultimate Wagoneer experience. What’s New For Long Wheel Wagoneer? The Wagoneer L and Grand Wagoneer L remain the same with no major changes for the 2024 model year. What’s New For 2024 Wagoneer? For 2024, all Wagoneer models get the superb Hurricane twin-turbocharged inline-6 engine as standard. The Hurricane I6 in the Wagoneer produces 420 horsepower and 468 lb-ft of torque. The Wagoneer is offered in three trim levels: Wagoneer, Wagoneer Series II, and Wagoneer Series III. What’s New For 2024 Grand Wagoneer? The 2024 Grand Wagoneer features the Hurricane twin-turbo inline-6 engine as standard across the trim levels. The Hurricane motor in the Grand Wagoneer outputs 510 horsepower and 500 lb-ft of torque. Grand Wagoneer Series II now becomes the Obsidian trim. As with the Wagoneer, Grand models are available in three trim levels, including Grand Wagoneer, Grand Wagoneer Obsidian, and Grand Wagoneer III. Still All Of What Makes The Wagoneer Great All of what makes the full-size Wagoneer, Grand Wagoneer, and long wheelbase models so beloved by customers remains the same, including being produced in Warren, Michigan, having up to 10,000 lb towing capacity on certain models, three 4x4 modes, Quadra-Trac I, Quadra-Trac II, and Quadra-Drive II, along with the Selec-Terrain traction management system. Quadra-Drive II features an electronic limited-slip differential (e-LSD). Award-Winning Technology All Wagoneer and Grand Wagoneer models feature standard heads-up display, frameless digital gauge cluster, premium McIntosh sound system, a 10.25-inch interactive display for the front passenger, Amazon Fire TV built into the rear 10.1-inch screens, and a total of 75 inches of digital screen area. All models have the impressive and award-winning Uconnect 5 infotainment system that features wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto as standard, as well as various new convenience and connected services to keep passengers enjoying the ride. Rear passengers also get their own climate controls, along with Relax Mode, which uses the front screens to display soothing videos of the Aurora Borealis, a fireplace fire, among others, while also playing relaxing audio. Safety Features The 2024 Wagoneer by Jeep also comes with over 130 standard and available advanced safety and security features to keep you and your loved ones safe inside the vehicle in the event of an accident or an emergency. Starting MSRP 2024 Wagoneer by Jeep starts at just $62,945, and Grand Wagoneer models start at $91,190. At Benna Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram, we offer some of the best prices and services to all of our customers. With dozens of new and used vehicles to choose from, our great sales team and finance department will work hard to make sure you drive away happy. And our amazing service department will take care of your new-to-you vehicle as if it were their own.

Residual value is a prominent term in the leasing world, but it’s also an important factor for people looking to have the lowest possible vehicle ownership costs. Vehicles that hold their value reduce the overall cost of ownership and make trading in or selling much easier later on. J.D. Power recently awarded three Stellantis vehicles with residual value awards for 2024, including the Wagoneer, Jeep Wrangler, and Ram ProMaster. The 2024 Wagoneer is predicted to hold its value the best out of the crowded large SUV field, while the Jeep Wrangler and Ram ProMaster took awards in their respective classes. U.S. Head of Sales, Jeff Kommor said, “This repeat distinction demonstrates Wagoneer is more than a trailblazer for cutting-edge innovation and style. Wagoneer consistently delivered that most fundamental requirement of a sales transaction - lasting value for the customer. And that’s something we will never lose sight of.” The Wagoneer got an update for 2024 that expanded availability of the Hurricane inline-six engine to all models. It makes 420 horsepower and 468 pound-feet of torque, giving the SUV a best-in-class 10,000-pound tow rating. Jeep gave the Wrangler a mid-cycle refresh for the 2024 model year. It gained updated exterior styling with a revised grille and new wheel designs. The best-selling plug-in hybrid 4xe powertrain is now available in less expensive entry-level trims. It also got a massively improved cabin with upgraded finishes and a larger touchscreen. In addition, Jeep installed power-adjustable seats for the first time in a Wrangler. The Ram ProMaster gained new features, including an available heated steering wheel and heated windshield, parking sensors with rear automatic braking, and more. The full-size commercial van is available in a range of configurations, including two wheelbases, two roof heights, and multiple body styles. It also offers best-in-class cargo and payload capacities. If you’re interested in the new Wagoneer, Jeep Wrangler, or Ram ProMaster, Benna Chrysler, Dodge, Jeep, and Ram has you covered. We’ve got a wide selection of all the new models and would love to show you all the new tech, features, and safety equipment. We can also help custom order a model that you don’t see on our lot, and we have a range of finance and service options to help you find and maintain the vehicle of your dreams.

2024 Ram 1500 Laramie Ram 1500 owners like to use their trucks to tow. Each year, 75% of truck owners use their vehicles to tow roughly once per year, so towing is essential for buyers. The Ram 1500 is built to tow what owners need, whether you are towing boats, cars, jet skis, a camper, or the like. The Ram is a workhorse vehicle. If you are in the market for a new Ram 1500 and want to find all the relevant payload and towing information, Benna Chrysler Jeep Dodge Ram has you covered. We have compiled an easy-to-read chart that gives you the bed length, engine, drive type, axle ratio, max payload, and towing capacities of each Ram 1500. We want to make it easier for you to have all the data you need before even stepping onto our lot. We want you to feel confident in the right truck for you. Ram 1500 Quad Cab with 6’4” Bed Engine Drive Axle Ratio (:1) Max. Payload (lb.) Max. Trailer Weight (lb.) 3.6-liter V6 4x2 3.21 1,930 4,610 3.55 2,300 7,690 4x4 3.21 1,750 4,390 3.55 1,750 7,440 3.0-liter V6 EcoDiesel 4x2 3.21 2,090 8,310 3.92 2,090 10,010 - 12,560 4x4 3.21 1,820 7,810 3.92 1,820 9,700 3.0-liter V6 HFE EcoDiesel 4x2 3.21 1,240 6,760 5.7-liter V8 4x2 3.21 1,840-1,930 8,450 - 8490 3.92 1,840-1,930 11,560 - 12,750 4x4 3.21 1,840-1,930 8,200 - 8,240 3.92 1,840-1,930 11,200 - 11,340 Ram 1500 Reg Cab with 8” Bed Engine Drive Axle Ratio (:1) Max. Payload (lb.) Max. Trailer Weight (lb.) 3.6-liter V6 4x2 3.21 1,910 4,720 3.55 19,30 7,270 4x4 3.21 1,710 4,530 3.55 1,730 7,080 5.7-liter V8 4x2 3.21 1,610-1,710 8,210 - 8240 3.92 1,610-1,710 10,390 - 10,420 4x4 3.21 1,490 8,250 3.92 1,492 10,420 Ram 1500 Crew Cab with 6’4” Bed Engine Drive Axle Ratio (:1) Max. Payload (lb.) Max. Trailer Weight (lb.) 3.6-liter V6 4x2 3.21 1,990 6,420 3.55 1,990 7,490 4x4 3.21 1,790 6,120 3.55 1,790 7,120 3.0-liter V6 EcoDiesel 4x2 3.21 1,770 8,310 3.92 1,770 9,830 4x4 3.21 1,740 7,760 3.92 1,740 9,460 5.7-liter V8 4x2 3.21 1,710-1,810 8,210 - 8440 3.92 1,710-1,810 11,310 - 11,540 4x4 3.21 1,710-1,800 7,800 - 8,210 3.92 1,710-1,800 10,900 - 11,310 Ram 1500 Crew Cab with 5’7” Bed Engine Drive Axle Ratio (:1) Max. Payload (lb.) Max. Trailer Weight (lb.) 3.6-liter V6 4x2 3.21 2,030 6,550 3.55 2,030 7,550 4x4 3.21 1,840 6,320 3.55 1,840 7,320 3.0-liter V6 EcoDiesel 4x2 3.21 1,800 8,110 3.92 1,800 9,810 4x4 3.21 1,820 7,900 3.92 1,820 9,600 3.0-liter V6 HFE EcoDiesel 4x2 3.21 1,750 8,290 5.7-liter V8 4x2 3.21 1,760-1,840 8,200 - 8,420 3.92 1,760-1,840 11,300 - 11,520 4x4 3.21 1,800-1,860 8,100 - 8,170 3.92 1,800-1,860 11,200 - 11,270 6.2-liter super charged V8 4x4 3.55 1,310 8,100 At Benna Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram, we offer our customers the best prices and services. With dozens of new and used vehicles to choose from, our incredible sales team and finance department will work hard to make sure you drive away happy. And our fantastic service department will take care of your new-to-you vehicle as if it were their own.

It was November 2023 when the 2025 Ram 1500 was unveiled. In addition to an updated appearance and new technology, the truck line will introduce a new 3.0-liter Hurricane engine family that increases standard horsepower, and performance as well as improved fuel efficiency. Benna CDJR looks forward to this new truck’s arrival, as will anyone in the greater Superior area interested in a more powerful truck. The Inline-Six Returns Find a car guy with gray hair, and he’ll tell you about the iconic, bullet-proof “slant-six” in 60s and 70s Dodge and Plymouth models. The two 3.0-liter Hurricane engines joining the current 3.6-liter V6 in the RAM 1500 family marks the return of the Mopar inline-6, though now in a more sophisticated and turbocharged form. The switch to an inline configuration brings about several advantages. V-6s are popular because they are short, making them easy to package, particularly when mounted transversely for front-wheel drive models.  But length is not an issue when mounted in a North-South position in a full-size pickup, and the inline-6 configuration enables several advantages. Among these is lower vibration through inherently better engine balancing. An inline-6’s pistons move in tandem with their mirror image on the opposite end of the block, So when pistons 1 and 6 are at top-dead-center, 2 and 5 are spaced at 120 degrees and 3 and 4 at 240 degrees. Each piston pair are two strokes apart (combustion matched by intake and compression matched by exhaust), which means an entirely even firing order resulting in an inherently smooth operation. This eliminates the need for balance shafts or extensive counterweighting that can sap power. There is also a single head instead of two and just two overhead camshafts instead of four. There is also greater room around the engine, making it easier to work on. The all-new 3.0-liter Hurricane engine is rated at 420 horsepower and 469 lb.-ft. of torque. A High Output version will produce 540 horsepower and 521 lb.-ft. of torque. All engines will be combined with a TorqueFlight 8-speed automatic transmission. 3.21, 3.55, or 3.92 axle ratios will allow customers to prioritize fuel economy and vehicle capability according to their needs. Maximum towing capacity is estimated at 11,580 pounds, with a maximum payload at 2,300 pounds. The Ram 1500 will continue with the double-wishbone front suspension and five-link solid rear axle that has brought it accolades across the industry. A class-exclusive, active-level, four-corner air suspension will be available. The system will be adjustable with five different modes: entry/exit, aero, normal, off-road 1, and off-road 2. “The new 2025 Ram 1500 brings our customers more: more power, more performance, and more fuel efficiency with our all-new 3.0-liter Hurricane engines,” said Tim Kuniskis, Ram brand CEO – Stellantis. “ With a choice of new and proven gas engines or our upcoming electric truck offerings, Ram is built to serve truck buyers everywhere. Our new powertrain offerings add to the unique combination of bold styling, leading-edge innovation, and technology, durability and capability Ram customers have come to know and love.” A Design Befitting Its Sophistication and Capability The styling is sleeker and more aerodynamic, while still presenting Ram’s bold, heroic presence with a new forward-leaning grille that will have eight different variations depending on the trim level. New premium LED headlamps, with twin bi-functional projector headlamps, are found on Limited and above trims and are matched by new LED tail lights with a jeweled appearance that is standard across the lineup. The 2025 Ram 1500 will be available in Tradesman, Big Horn/Lone Star, Laramie, Rebel, Limited Longhorn, Limited, and the all-new Tungsten trim levels. Features among the trim levels include: Tradesman will come standard with a 12-inch Uconnect screen Bighorn/Lone Star features a new Gridiron paint with laser etching decorative trim accents on the dashboard, doors, and console and a new Gear Embossed seat insert accent material in Diesel Gray or black Laramie features new Chevron film decorative trim accents and introduces a new optional Bison Brown/Sea Salt Gray two-tone interior in addition to the standard black interior Rebel features a new red/black ombre mesh insert material on the standard cloth/vinyl seats Limited Longhorn features the new Barn Wood 45 open pore real wood veneer with an improved saw cut effect. Longhorn is exclusively available with the all-new Bison Brown monochromatic interior and massaging front seats Limited features new Black Ebony open pore real wood veneer decorative trim accents. A new optional black/ebony red interior color package with massaging front seats will be available. Range-topping Tungsten model will feature real metal and leather interior trim, a 14.5-inch Unconnect display, and a segment-first 12.3.-inch front passenger display. Its standard 1,228-watt 23-speaker Klipsch Reference Premiere audio system is the most powerful truck audio system in the industry. Other new tech features include a 12.3 gauge cluster, dual wireless phone charging, a digital rearview mirror with tow-mode, a full-color 10-inch Head-Up Display, and a new Hands-Free driving assist system, just to name a few. Coming This Spring Already considered the best-in-class light-duty pickup truck by several sources, including J.D. Power, the 2025 Ram 1500 model line will up the game even further. The first 2025 RAM 1500 models can be expected to fill the Benna CDJR inventory in the first quarter of 2024. The High Output Hurricane engine is expected in the third quarter of 2025. If this sounds like a truck for you, be sure to have one of our sales professionals when the first models arrive.

We’ve all heard the old adage: “Everything’s bigger in Texas”. Ask any Texan, and they will tell you that Texas is big. Big enough that they not only have their own Auto Writers Association (TAWA), but an association big enough to meet each fall for their annual Texas Truck Rodeo. Here they evaluate all varieties of new trucks and SUVs. At the end, they name winners in multiple categories. This year Stellantis’ truck-focused Ram brand and SUV-focused Jeep brand took home nine awards, which was more than any other manufacturer at the competition. “Ram trucks brought their A-game again this year, winning several consecutive awards, including the Full-size Pickup Truck of Texas, and scoring the highest for overall personal appeal, which is significant because Texas is the truck capital of the US,” said Teia Collier, TAWA president. “We also enjoyed the lineup from the Jeep brand, with several vehicles that were the stars of their categories offering incredible performance, craftsmanship and capability.” 32 TAWA members spent a weekend in late September at Eagle Canyon Raceway in Decatur, Texas, taking trucks and SUVs on the road, off the road, and on the track to evaluate competing vehicles side-by-side. Consideration is given to everything from exterior/interior styling and off-road capability, to the entrant’s overall utility, value, and performance. The Nine awards taken home by Jeep and Ram were: Full-Size Pickup Truck: 2023 Ram 1500 Off-Road Pickup Truck: 2023 Ram 1500 TRX Luxury Pickup Truck: 2023 Ram 1500 Limited Heavy Duty Truck: 2023 Ram Heavy Duty Rebel Highest Personal Appeal: 2023 Ram 1500 Mid-Size SUV: 2023 Jeep Grand Cherokee Off-Road SUV: 2024 Jeep Wrangler Best Performance: 2024 Jeep Wrangler Rubicon 392 Best Feature Award: Stellantis Uconnect 5 Nav System They didn’t have snow or an opportunity to give the heating systems or heated seats a workout, but pretty much everything else they did can relate to what we put our trucks through here in the dairy state. If you are looking for a mid-size truck, heavy-duty truck, a capable SUV, or even just a great infotainment system, you will find the winners right here at Benna Dodge Chrysler Jeep and Ram.

The 2023 Grand Wagoneer by Jeep has taken the luxury SUV world by storm. With an all-new advertising campaign with Derek and Hannah Jeter, heaps of praise by journalists and car buyers alike, the Grand Wagoneer now has been named Newsweek’s Best Full-Size SUV in their annual 2023 Autos Awards competition. The Wagoneer was also given an award for Best Family-Friendly Technology and Best Passenger Ecosystem. What Is Newsweek? Newsweek was founded as a weekly print magazine in 1933 and since then, has been one of the most trusted and respected news sources in America. What This Means For Grand Wagoneer “For Grand Wagoneer to be recognized by Newsweek as the Best Full-Size SUV for two years in a row is a testament to what we set out to do every day – provide the most premium large SUV,” said Jim Morrison, senior vice president and head of Jeep brand North America. “This award is validation that the Grand Wagoneer is tops in its segment, offering unsurpassed performance and capability and premium materials and features, such as available Amazon Fire TV Built-in and exclusive McIntosh audio.” Engine & Towing The Wagoneer is powered by a 3.0-liter twin-turbocharged inline-6 that produces 420 horsepower and 468 lb-ft of torque, while the Grand Wagoneer, is powered by the same twin-turbo 3.0-liter inline-6, dubbed the 510, and outputs 510 horsepower and 500 lb-ft of torque. Both vehicles feature an 8-speed automatic transmission. Depending on the axle ratio and having 2WD or 4WD, the Wagoneer and Grand Wagoneer are able to tow from 5,870 lbs up to 10,000 lbs. Long Wheelbase The long wheelbase Wagoneer L and Grand Wagoneer L are 12 inches longer and have a wheelbase that is 7 inches longer than the standard wheelbase SUVs. Best Family-Friendly Tech As mentioned earlier, the Wagoneer was also awarded the Best Family-Friendly Technology and Best Passenger Ecosystem. The Wagoneer models feature a heads-up display, frameless digital gauge cluster, premium McIntosh sound system, a 10.25-inch interactive display for the front passenger, Amazon Fire TV built into the rear 10.1-inch screens, and a total of 75 inches of digital screen area. All models have the impressive and award-winning Uconnect 5 infotainment system that features wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto as standard, as well as various new convenience and connected services to keep passengers enjoying the ride. Rear passengers also get their own climate controls, along with Relax Mode, which uses the front screens to display soothing videos of the Aurora Borealis, a fireplace fire, among others, while also playing relaxing audio. Best Passenger Ecosystem When evaluating the Best Passenger Ecosystem, Newsweek looks at the ride and comfort of an interior for all passengers, not just the driver and front passenger. When commenting about why the Wagoneer and Grand Wagoneer by Jeep won the award, they said, “The Jeep Wagoneer and Grand Wagoneer feature couch-like ride quality on top of supple, multi-way power-adjustable front seats. Passengers in the front and back can have their own screens complete with streaming options from Amazon and Netflix. The sliding second-row seats have heating and ventilation capabilities, and their passengers get their own temperature controls. Cargo space is expansive, especially in L versions of the model, and controls feature a high level of design finery. The cabin keeps road and vehicle noise at bay.” At Benna Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram, we offer our customers some of the best prices and services. With dozens of new and used vehicles to choose from, our outstanding sales team and finance department will work hard to make sure you drive away happy. And our fantastic service department will take care of your new-to-you vehicle as if it were their own.

Benna CDJR has some great news: For those new Jeepers out there, if you have yet to experience the Badge of Honor App, you need to go download it now. No matter what type of Jeeper you are, from the Road Warriors, to the Leisurely Sunday Sightseers, to the Weekend Rock Crawlers, and no matter your level of off-roading skill, the Badge of Honor App has something for you The rating system will help guide you to match trails to your skills. And great news: Previously there were only 62 Badge worthy trails to choose from, but a recent update from Jeep® added 6 new Badges allowing even more adventures! The App will now allow you to conveniently search all 68 trails by your zip code, rated from 1-10 in difficulty, and tell you the current weather in that area in real time. Be sure to use Uconnect 5 Nav system to get all details and over-the-air updates to always know where you are for more carefree crawling. Do you have a Jeep® 4xe? In 2021, Jeep began adding chargers to trailheads across the nation and have been expanding that network ever since. You can locate the nearest charging stations even if you are miles away from the nearest paved road. Never thought about taking your 4xe offroad? Incredibly, the 4xe and the 392 both create the same torque at 470 lbs-feet, and with that torque being instant, 4xe is the perfect ride over the rough terrain. So What’s New? Jeepers that love their Badges, get your time-off requests put in now! The 6 new trails Jeep® has added include two in Kansas, two in Pennsylvania, one in Arkansas, and one in Missouri. Locations are as follows: Quartz Canyon: Hot Springs Off-road Park, Arkansas Barney Rubble Blue Trail #49: Anthracite Outdoor Adventure Area, Pennsylvania Fern Ridge Trail #121: Anthracite Outdoor Adventure Area, Pennsylvania C-2 Trail #141: Kansas Rocks Recreation Park, Kansas Rattlesnake Alley Trail #149: Kansas Rocks Recreation Park, Kansas Cougar Crossing: Southern Missouri Off-road Ranch, Missouri Benna CDJR asked customers to share their off-roading experiences with Badge of Honor: Customer 1 “First thing I did was download the Jeep® Badge of Honor App. It was so easy to use. All I had to do was create my profile and enter in my Zip Code. Instantly, I had a list of the closest Jeep® rated trails with their difficulty rating and even the weather in the area! Once I uploaded the trail I wanted, my Uconnect NAV system kept me up to date on where I was at all times! I had such a great time, and I am so excited for my next trip!” Customer 2 “My biggest concern about going out to a new trail is if my Gladiator can handle the terrain. With the Jeep® Badge of Honor App, I can read reviews of the trails from fellow Jeepers. This helped me determine what trails I can take my stock Jeep® out on or if any modifications are needed. I know I can have a good time and be confident that I won’t be turning around.” Customer 3 “I have always used my Jeep® as my daily driver. One day my friends said ‘Why do you have a Jeep and never take it off road?” I could only reply with “I have never thought about it”. So, I nervously took my favorite vehicle out  but was very surprised by the capability of my Wrangler. We went through mud, fields, and even into a creek! I loved every minute of that trip, and thanks to the Badge of Honor App, I have already volunteered to set up our next ride!” Have You Downloaded Your Badge of Honor App Yet? What are you waiting for? Benna CDJR can help you get trail ready! At Benna CDJR, we value our customers. You can find new Jeep inventory, including the Wrangler, Gladiator, and the very popular Grand Cherokee as well as an unmatched collection of used car, truck, van, SUV and crossover inventory at our dealership near you. Are you interested in leasing or financing your Jeep? The Finance Department at Benna CDJR can help you find the right lease offer or finance solution that fits your budget. We cultivate relationships with many banks and other financial organizations to provide you with great options in purchasing your new vehicle. In addition to the comprehensive factory warranty that comes with your new Jeep, we offer extended warranty and protection programs to safeguard your investment. Get the best deals and specials available to you on the Jeep. Our knowledgeable sales staff wants to help you find the perfect fit in a new Jeep or used car. We can’t wait to welcome you to the Benna CDJR family and help you find your new car or used vehicle. Your support and customer service doesn’t stop after you sign your deal. The expert Service Department at Benna CDJR is always ready to help with any repairs or maintenance you might need to keep your vehicle running perfectly. Our Service Department will get you back on the road quickly when you need basic maintenance like an oil change or tire rotation. Would you like to make your new car all your own with personalized upgrades? Our well-stocked Parts Department has all of the accessories you need for the best customization of your vehicle to make it uniquely yours and fit perfectly in your lifestyle. We can’t wait to help you on your car buying and vehicle ownership journey. Visit us today at Benna CDJR!

It’s that time of year again when the weather gets cold, and the roads are even colder. Most people get excited around this time because of Thanksgiving and Christmas. However, it is important to note that when the season changes and the temperature outside starts to drop, buyers begin to ask how important it is to invest in winter tires. It’s a question nearly as old as the automobile itself: Do winter tires actually make a difference? The answer is yes. But, some factors go into choosing the right tires for your vehicle that will be driven in winter conditions. Temperature Differences Living in an area where it is normal for the daily temperature to be 40 degrees or lower and have a good amount of snowfall, that’s when you know it’s time to buy some winter tires. In contrast, an all-season tire that is rated for snow will be better suited for climates where it dips into the freezing territory but hovers above 40 degrees. They can operate well in 20-30 degrees, but winter tires will allow for safer maneuverability and better braking performance even when it's 0 degrees outside. What About AWD Without Winter Tires? If you drive a Chrysler, Dodge, Jeep, or Ram with all-wheel drive, some people will probably tell you, “Oh, you have all-wheel drive, the weather is no big deal.” No, this is simply not correct. While you have a vehicle with four wheels actively receiving power at the same time, it does not mean the traction of that vehicle will be any better if you have the wrong tires on your car. If anything, it can make things more difficult. When it loses traction, the car will try to put power to the correct wheel(s). However, all of the wheels are attempting to get traction simultaneously, which has the potential for disaster. A dedicated winter tire can help your car stop up to 30 feet shorter on a snowy road at 30 mph compared to an all-season tire, according to testing from Tire Rack. That distance is probably tripled or quadrupled when compared to a summer tire that isn’t rated for snow. Cold Roads, Worse Performance Summer tires are great for performance and sporty driving, but they get hard and take longer to warm up in temperatures below 40 degrees, making them unsafe. All-season tires are better in colder weather, and some can even handle a little snowy driving. Regular ambient temperatures below 20 and more than small amounts of snow will take their toll on all-seasons. Anything other than a dedicated winter tire will feel like you are driving on glass. Which Winter Tire For My Car? Like any other tire, winter tires have different specifications and types. If you have an SUV, truck, or sedan, you will be looking at a standard studless winter tire. If you live in mountainous areas where roads can stay packed with snow and ice for days or weeks at a time, you may want to look at buying studded tires, as they are going to provide much-needed grip with their small metal spikes/studs that can dig into the surface for improved traction. If you have a Charger or Challenger, for instance, then you’ll want to check out some high-performance winter tires that will suit the driving characteristics of your performance vehicle. At Benna Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram, we offer our customers some of the best prices and services. With dozens of new and used vehicles to choose from, our outstanding sales team and finance department will work hard to make sure you drive away happy. And our fantastic service department will take care of your new-to-you vehicle as if it were their own.

In addition to disrupting vehicle production, another unfortunate consequence of the recent strike was that Stellantis canceled its display at the 2023 Specialty Equipment Marketing Association (SEMA) show in Las Vegas. That is a shame because Dodge clearly had plans to show something that would show a path toward EV performance. Nevertheless, Benna Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram is happy to announce that Dodge’s Direct Connection parts division showed that they are not about to leave petrol performance behind with the announcement of the Hellephant C170 HEMI crate engine as well as several other high-performance crate engines previously seen in recent Dodge Challenger and Charger performance models. The Hellephant C170 gets the top billing as it is nothing less than the same engine under the hood of the Dodge Challenger SRT 170, the last of the “Last Call” series of special Challengers and Chargers and the most powerful muscle car ever sold by a manufacturer. Yes, the Hellephant C170 is the same 6.2-liter HEMI V8 that could produce 1,025 horsepower and peak torque of 945 lb-ft. @ 4,200 when run on E85 ethanol blend.  With an E10 blend, it is rated at 900 horsepower and 810 lb-ft of peak torque. The fully assembled Hellephant C170 6.2L Supercharged Crate HEMI Engine includes the C170 Long Block and features a new 3.0L IHI supercharger with an improved intercooler, 105mm throttle body, and a 3.02-inch pulley for increased boost, along with a new housing, blade, shaft and gear train, and other all component upgrades found in the C170.  The MSRP for the fully complete engine is $27,695. For those looking to do more with less, Direct Connection also announced the availability of several HEMI long blocks: Hellephant C170 6.2L Supercharged Crate HEMI Engine (part number: 68660541AA) is the engine of the world's most powerful muscle car ever built, the Dodge Challenger SRT Demon 170, and will soon be available through Direct Connection. The fully assembled Hellephant C170 6.2L Supercharged Crate HEMI Engine includes the C170 Long Block and features a new 3.0L IHI supercharger with an improved intercooler, larger snout, and a 3.02-inch pulley for increased boost, a 105mm throttle body with new housing, blade, shaft and geartrain, all component upgrades found in the C170 Long Block and more. MSRP: $27,695 Hellephant C170 6.2L Supercharged Crate HEMI Long Block (part number: P5160620AA). The block to the famed C170 features upgraded cylinder heads with upgraded valve guide and seat material, upgraded pistons, upgraded connecting rods with new material, and revised bushing material to support increased combustion pressure. MSRP: $18,995 Hellcrate Redeye 6.2L Supercharged Crate HEMI Long Block (part number: P5160619AA). From the most powerful model before the 140, this block is  Capable of 807 horsepower and 717 lb.-ft. of torque, and includes engine assembly components from cylinder head with valvetrain, engine block with crankshaft, connecting rods, piston and ring, camshaft and lifters, oil pump, and pan, and front timing cover with harmonic balancer. MSRP: $12,995 Hellcrate 6.2L Supercharged Crate HEMI Long Block (part number: P5160618AA). The first Hellcat engine can boost performance to 717 horsepower and 656 lb.-ft. of torque and includes engine assembly components from the cylinder head with valvetrain, engine block with crankshaft, connecting rods, piston and ring, camshaft and lifters, oil pump, and pan, and front timing cover with harmonic balancer. MSRP: $9,495 392 Crate HEMI Long Block ( part number: P5160617AA) Before the Hellcats took things to another level, this block was shown to be plenty capable on the streets with possible 485 horsepower and 475 lb.-ft. of torque and includes engine assembly components from the cylinder head with valvetrain, engine block with crankshaft, connecting rods, piston and ring, and camshaft and lifters. MSRP: $6,995 345 Crate HEMI Long Block (part number: P5160616AA). This was the heart of the legendary 345 (5.7L) HEMI engine introduced in the 2015 Dodge Challenger. The 345 Crate HEMI Long Block offers a foundation capable of unleashing 383 horsepower and 417 lb.-ft. of torque. MSRP: $4,495 HurriCrate Cat 3 Twin Turbo Crate Long Block (part number: P5160622AA). Derived from the 3.0L Hurricane twin-turbo engine, it can handle up to 550 horsepower and a max of 531 lb.-ft. of torque at just 3,500 rpm. HurriCrates employ state-of-the-art engineering and technologies that include two low-inertia, high-flow turbochargers for rapid response to throttle inputs, Plasma Transfer Wire Arc (spray bore) coating in the cylinder bores for an ultra-thin, low-friction wear surface, and high-pressure direct fuel injection. MSRP: $8,995 HurriCrate Cat 1 Twin Turbo Crate Long Block (part number: P5160621AA).  Also derived from the 3.0L Hurricane twin-turbo engine, this block is capable of up to 420 horsepower and 468 Ib.-ft. of torque by 2,500 rpm, delivering more horsepower, more torque, and fewer emissions than many naturally aspirated V-8 engines. MSRP: $6,495 The Dodge brand has been synonymous with high performance, and that will not change. With these crate engines, Dodge-powered vehicles will continue to rule the roads and drag strips across the county.  If you are ready for a project to pump up your ride, contact Benna Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram’s Service Center for more information about these amazingly potent engines and blocks.

The 2023 Jeep Grand Cherokee and the three-row Jeep Grand Cherokee L scored the highest possible ratings in all four IIHS crashworthiness tests, earning the TOP SAFETY PICK+ ratings from the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS). These categories include small overlap front – driver-side, small overlap front – passenger-side, moderate overlap front – original test and side impact – updated test. This all-new Jeep Grand Cherokee earned the highest safety rating in nighttime conditions and an “advanced” rating in daytime vehicle-to-pedestrian evaluations with its Full-Speed Collision Warning with Active Braking and Pedestrian/Cyclist Detection, otherwise standardly known as as Automatic Emergency Braking (AEB) technology. The Intersection Collision Assist detects pedestrians and cyclists approaching the driver’s left and right side when nearing a crossroad. Visible and audible responses will activate if deemed necessary and will automatically brake the vehicle, even to a complete stop to aide in preventing a possible collision. The Drowsy Driver Detection feature tracks behaviors like that of a “drowsy” driver, such as lane deviation. The system will react with audio and/or visual cautions for the driver to pull over. The Grand Cherokee also earned the highest possible headlight rating for its high-beam assist, the unique array of cameras and sensors. With more than 110 safety and security features available, it should come as no surprise that the Grand Cherokee line-up is the most awarded SUV in the industry. “Achieving the highest possible safety rating from the IIHS is consistent with the Jeep Grand Cherokee’s place as the most awarded SUV in history,” says Jim Morrison, senior vice president and head of Jeep brand North America. “The Jeep Grand Cherokee’s singular blend of safety technology and extreme condition 4x4 capability affords our customers the level of driving confidence they deserve. And with the appeal of two- and three-row versions, that driving confidence is available to a wider customer demographic.” In addition to the award-winning safety features, this remarkable SUV boasts outstanding performance, comfortability, and functionality. If you’re in the market to own or lease a new SUV that tops the charts when it comes to safety, stop by Benna Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram to shop our selection of Jeep Grand Cherokee and Jeep Grand Cherokee L models. If this vehicle isn’t quite for you, feel free to shop our wide selection of new and used vehicles.