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Have you ever thought about how much it really costs to service your vehicle? There is now a way to measure this. An organization called We Predict created the Deepview True Cost report. This is the first report of its kind to measure service and warranty costs from actual service records. Based on this report, the Chrysler 300 and the Ram 1500 did very well in this report. In fact, they were awarded the top spots in their respective segments by We Predict. What do they measure The Deepview True Cost measures money spent by owners and manufacturers of 2021 model-year vehicles after three months on the road. It reveals which brands and models across 21 segments have the lowest service costs. We Predict applies predictive analytics to the most comprehensive industry-wide service database available. When we combine these forces, we can forecast vehicle and component failures far earlier than manufacturers can today. This organization enables automakers, suppliers, and other automotive companies with the data they need to reduce warranty costs, identify problems earlier, free up cash and improve customer satisfaction. We Predict created the Deepview True Cost awards to provide a glimpse of the power contained in our industry-wide database. The Deepview True Cost will rank 2021 vehicles by the actual dollars spent on service by customers and manufacturers in the first three months of ownership. Also, did you know that vehicle repairs represent 77 percent of service visits in the first three months, while only 8 percent of service is for maintenance. Therefore, vehicle repair costs in the first three months on the road average $33 on average. Yes, just $33! Even for our Chrysler 300 and Ram 1500 models! If you think about it, that would be dinner for two at Grandma’s Saloon and Grill! Get the savings on maintenance and repairs of your next Chrysler 300 or Ram 1500 by getting one from Superior Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram, your home for MOPAR in the Twin Ports area!

Remember the days you were in school and decided that doodling your dream car was better than taking notes. One day those drawings would become works of art – or, rather, a design for a new vehicle. Every year since 2013, Stellantis North America’s design team puts on a contest called Drive For Design. This contest encourages young talented students to pursue careers in automotive design. There is also an educational component to help guide these future designers towards that direction in the automotive industry. This year’s challenge was to design an electrified Jeep of the future within a 10-week timeframe. Entries across the country were compiled, reviewed, and judged by members of the Stellantis North America design team. This years winners The three student winners of the 2021 Drive for Design competition are: First place – Vincent Piaskowski, 12th grade, Michigan Second place – Rocco Morales, 10th grade, Michigan Third place – Alex Wang, 12th grade, California This year’s prizes include one-on-one mentoring time with leading designers at the Stellantis Design Studios in Auburn Hills, Michigan, a scholarship to attend College for Creative Studies virtual summer design program and more. The College for Creative Studies is based in Detroit and has many esteemed alumni, including the Head of Design for Stellantis, Ralph Gilles. Here in the Twin Ports, our local schools encourages their students to dream big. Through arts programs and information technology-based studies, the path towards automotive design and engineering could be made easier with simple encouragement. If you have a dream to design a Stellantis vehicle of the future, look for next year’s Drive For Design contest for your chance to represent the Twin Ports in this esteemed competition. For detailed information, visit www.StellantisDriveforDesign.com. If your drive for design is to own a new vehicle, contact us at Superior Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram and we can make your dream come true.

Did you know that Dave Grohl of the Foo Fighters is a Ram truck and van fan? The nicest guy in Rock N’ Roll is now featured in Ram’s “Spotlight” campaign, which reinforces the values of our truck brand. These videos shine a light on families, family caregivers, coaches, teachers, and all those who remind us that they are built to serve, even in the most challenging times. The two videos, “ Rock Star” and “ Overtime” are narrated by Grohl, followed by a third video called “Best Part.” The spots will be accompanied by the Foo Fighters’ song, “Making A Fire,” the opening track of their hot selling 10 th album, “Medicine at Midnight.” These videos will run on television, and Ram’s official YouTube, Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter channels. This campaign coincides with two new projects directed by Grohl. One is “ What Drives Us,” a feature film documentary that is dedicated to every musician who has “ever jumped in an old van with their friends and left it all behind for the simple reward of playing music.” The other project by Grohl features his mother, Virginia Hanlon Grohl. It is based on her acclaimed book, “ From Cradle To Stage.” This is an unscripted television series that features the story of mother and son and their journey from the punk clubs of Washington, DC through Nirvana and the Foo Fighters. Here’s a bit of trivia: Grohl not only owns a Ram 1500 pickup truck; he also owns a Dodge Ram Van. In fact, that van served as the Foo Fighters first vehicle to go between gigs as they were signing their first record deal. If you’re a fan of the Foo Fighters and Nirvana, you will know that Dave Grohl is in your corner, giving his voice to Ram trucks. Superior Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram hopes you will catch any of these videos when you can. Then, you can live out your Rock N’ Roll lifestyle behind the wheel of your very own Ram 1500 soon! Contact us to experience one today!

This year’s Twin Cities Auto Show is much different than of the 47 previous versions of it. It is outdoors at the Minnesota State Fairgrounds in St. Paul! What will you see when you get there? Jeep has pulled out all of the stops, showing off the 2022 Wagoneer, Grand Wagoneer, 2021 Grand Cherokee L, the 2021 Wrangler Rubicon 392 and 4xe. Next Generation of Jeep This is the first auto show to display these five new Jeep vehicles together. You will have the opportunity to see and feel the absolute luxury of the Grand Wagoneer. Nearby is the Wagoneer, a bold statement on legendary capability and practicality in a large SUV. The Grand Cherokee L greets you at the corner of the Jeep display, with its new third row of seating and bold design. On either side of the new Grand Cherokee L are two new takes of the legendary Wrangler. The Rubicon 392 sits on top of the rocks making a statement about absolute power to tackle rough terrain in Northern Wisconsin and Minnesota. The Wrangler 4xe plug-in hybrid adds battery power for a more efficient way to scope out the Boundary Waters. All of these are set to arrive at Superior Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram in the coming months! Ram, Dodge, and Chrysler are also displayed at the Twin Cities Auto Show. There is a red Ram 1500 TRX under the tent and a green Ram Heavy Duty Power Wagon keep sentry over the exhibit. If you’re feeling adventurous, you can ride on the Raminator monster truck, just at the end of “Main Street” from the Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram display. If you want to check out our upcoming latest models, head down to the Minnesota State Fairgrounds from May 15 to 23. Tickets are available at https://twincitiesautoshow.com and will need to be purchased before you arrive at the fairgrounds. You will be greeted by the latest Ram pickup trucks before you venture onto the show. Once you've been to the Twin Cities Auto Show, contact us at Superior Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram to bring one of our newest vehicles in your driveway soon!

A Jeep Wrangler is designed to take on anything in its path. When it goes deep in the woods beyond the North Shore and along the southern Lake Superior coastline, it needs to be protected from obstacles that might damage your vehicle - even if your Wrangler is the new 4xe hybrid plug-in electric model! That is why Jeep Performance Parts now have a set of accessories to be installed in your new Wrangler 4xe. Genuine Jeep Performance Parts For example, you can add a 2-inch lift kit that is specifically designed for the 4xe model. The kit includes four springs, four FOX shocks, front lower control arms, front and rear stabilizer links, front and rear bump stops, various fasteners and the JPP badge, all packaged in a custom, reusable wooden crate complete with the JPP logo. This is the first such kit designed specifically for a plug-in hybrid electric vehicle. You can also get Jeep- and Mopar-branded 240-volt at-home electric-vehicle wall chargers. This wall unit charges more than five times faster than standard cordset cable. Installation not included in the cost, and we suggest hiring a professional electrician for proper installation. Other accessories available for the Jeep Wrangler 4xe include: JPP rock rails JPP tube doors JPP mirror kit for tube doors JPP half doors (part of Dual-Door Group) JPP front bumper JPP Rubicon Warn winch by Warn JPP winch mounting kit JPP grille and winch guard hoop JPP 7-inch off-road LED light kit JPP swing gate hinge reinforcement JPP oversized spare-tire carrier modification kit JPP Center High-Mount Stop Light (CHMSL) relocation kit All-weather floor mats Molded cargo tray kit If you’re ready to take your Jeep Wrangler 4xe to an electrifying new level, contact the parts department at Superior Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram to place an order for any of these new accessories. You can also have our service department install them on your vehicle, too!

You have plenty of choices to buy tires in the Twin Ports area. Maybe too many choices.  In the end there is really only one place that knows what tires your Chrysler, Dodge, Jeep, or Ram vehicle will perform best with, and that is the Service Department here at Benna Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram. You will get a full installation on your tires, including precise mounting, a full rotation, balancing, and proper alignment. Also, your tires will get a complete warranty, plus protection options, as covered by our service department. Our service and parts departments can match up the right tire for the exact specification of your vehicle. We have a variety of tires to choose from and we’ll install them to manufacturer standards. There are some things you can do in the meantime to make sure your current tires are in good shape for the summer. Checking tire pressures is one. All you have to do is to check the label inside the door frame for tire pressures on each wheel and get them to the right levels. Your vehicle may be equipped with an information screen on the instrument panel that will assist in making sure you are at the right pressure levels. If anything does not look right, bring it into us! Price Match Guarantee We can go one step further. If you find a price of that same exact set of tires for less within 30 days of purchase, we will match the price. That is our Low Price Tire Guarantee! While you are at it, take advantage of some great service specials this month. Our service department is not just here for tires, we want to make sure your vehicle is ready for the long summer ahead. Because it’s spring – it’s time for new tires! Make an appointment to take your vehicle into Benna Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram. WE ARE your local tire store!

Have you owned a vehicle where you questioned keeping it because it was always costing you money? A true value is where you can control costs of maintenance, fuel, and overall upkeep of your car, truck, van, or SUV. We are very fortunate to offer three of this year’s Kelley Blue Book 5-Year Cost To Own award winners at Superior Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram. This year’s winners include the Jeep® Wrangler in the Off-Road SUV category, the Chrysler Voyager in the Minivan category, and the Dodge Charger in the Full-Size Car category. Kelly Blue Book Award KBB’s 5-Year Cost to Own information takes into consideration depreciation, expected fuel costs, finance and insurance fees, maintenance and repair costs and state fees for all new models. The data allows new-car shoppers to see the big picture of what a new vehicle will cost them over time, helping them to save money by choosing a vehicle that best meets their needs and their long-term budget. Jeep Wrangler The Wrangler is actually a great value in many ways. With the widest driveline choices in its class, you can choose between turbocharged engines, a diesel, or a plug-in hybrid electric. It also comes with the powerful 392 V8 engine. It also sets the bar for cost-to-own standards set in the class it created 80 years ago. Chrysler Voyager As the lowest priced minivan in the Twin Ports area, the Voyager delivers on comfort, space, utility, and creature comforts. It also received a five-star rating from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration based on their crash tests. Dodge Charger Equipped with all-wheel-drive, Dodge Charger can also handle our tough winters, while delivering great fuel economy for a vehicle in its class. Because it’s one of the last remaining true full sized sedans, it gives you room to spread out as you roll down the backroads and highways. If you want to be smart with your ownership costs, contact us at Superior Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram to see how the Jeep Wrangler, Chrysler Voyager, and Dodge Charger can do that just for you!

Are you ready to hit the road this Summer?  Is your car, truck or SUV ready for that road trip up along the North Shore, into the Upper Peninsula or down to the Twin Cities? Superior Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram wants to make sure your car is ready for the summer ahead. We have a few things for you to look at before hitting the road. Is My Car on Recall? This has been a situation that has been in the forefront of the news. Sometime during the run-up to summer, your car may have been recalled. There is a way to check to see if it has been on recall, by going to the Mopar website at https://www.mopar.com/en-us/my-vehicle/recalls/faqs.html. All you need is your Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) to plug in to find out. Superior Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram’s service department will assist in making sure the Recall work is done per the manufacturer’s obligation. Check the Tires! Where the rubber meets the road is the most critical part to look at before heading on a trip. Make sure to check the air pressure of each tire to match the requirements of your vehicle. That information should be found inside of the driver’s door frame. Make sure the spare is also properly inflated. Check for tread wear, including any excessive or irregular wear. If you find that the tread is down to 1/16 of an inch, replace those tires! Plus, see about an alignment if you find that the tires are not wearing properly. If it's time to replace your tires, or it's been more than two years since you had an alignment on your vehicle, schedule your appointment with our service department today. How About Those Other Rubber-Made Parts? Rubber contracts and expands all year round. This is the time to inspect the belts, hoses and wiper blades for blisters, cracks or cuts. If there are any problems, replace them! Make sure the hose connections are secure, as well! Get Plenty of Fluids! In our climate, it is critical to make sure that the cooling system has more than enough fluid inside of the reservoir. No one wants to overheat when the temperatures are high. Also, check the oil, automatic transmission, brake, power steering and windshield washer fluid levels. They might need to be topped off, too! Are the Lights OK? See if all of the lights work – front, back and all the way around. If not, it is time for a bulb replacement and/or a fuse check. Stay Cool! Now is the time to check the air conditioning unit. If it is working, you are fine. If not, have it checked out to make sure it is working properly. In our climate, running cool is the best way to go! Once you go through all of these steps, you are ready to take on the road. But, if you happen to need a hand to get your vehicle ready to go this summer, contact our service and parts departments at Superior Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram. Let us get you on the road and on to your next adventure.

Dodge is the home of all things that inspire high-performance driving. The Charger, Challenger, and Durango offer more than just mere transportation. They give you that feeling of true muscle that dreams are made of. That feeling has been recognized by Kelley Blue Book, as they just awarded Dodge the Best Car Styling Brand in the 2021 Brand Image Awards. These awards were calculated by KBB among luxury, non-luxury and truck shoppers and are based on annual new-car buyer perception data. KBB found that the top purchase reasons for Dodge vehicles were overall exterior styling, being “fun to drive” and overall power and acceleration. We agree! The Dodge Charger, Challenger, and Durango are indeed all three reasons to own them. The Charger is not just a mere four-door sedan. Charger is an extension of a heritage that brought the muscle car craze to Dodge. Look no further than the R/T model for proof of that lineage in today’s performance sedan. The Challenger was an icon five decades ago. It continues today as a prime example of a sports coupe with practicality and performance wrapped up in one cool package. The “newest” member of the Dodge family, the Durango, is a family performance SUV. It is designed like a Dodge and drives like a Dodge. It can also seat seven, while taking everything with you up to a weekend at the cabin in Voyageurs National Park. These are the reasons why Twin Ports car enthusiasts love Dodge. Contact Superior Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram to join the growing number of owners of these great looking and driving machines!

The Jeep Wrangler 4xe is designed to combine electric and gasoline efficiency in the most capable vehicles made. The addition of EV charging your Jeep helps to conserve energy while you are heading deep into the woods – or anywhere in the Twin Ports area. However, your Wrangler 4xe needs a network of charging stations that are beyond the beaten path. After all, that is where you are supposed to take your Wrangler 4xe. That is why Jeep and Electrify America are installing Level 2 charging stations at Jeep Badge of Honor off-road trailheads around the country over the next 12 months. The first ones will open this spring in Moab in Utah, the Rubicon Trail in California, and Big Bear in California. These charging stations will either be connected to a nearby power grid or use solar power to help charge up your Wrangler 4xe. If you have the custom app that goes with your Wrangler 4xe, you can get charged up for no additional charge at these specific charging stations. If you do not find one on your trail, there is always a level 2 charger near you – even right here in the Twin Ports area. Imagine earning 49 MPGe with 21 miles of all-electric range and no tailpipe emissions from the all-conquering Wrangler 4xe. It is a feat for conservation lovers and adventure seekers. Find your trail and leave nothing behind in a Jeep Wrangler 4xe from Superior Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram. Contact us to become an owner of this electrified Jeep today!

The Easter Jeep Safari in Moab, Utah is not an Easter egg hunt. It is the celebration of off-road adventure in one of the greatest landscapes this country has to offer. It is also an opportunity for Jeep to engage with its fans and Safari participants to see what Jeep has been working on for the future. They do so by showing off the latest concepts designed for the Jeep owner to dream of their next ride through rough landscapes near and far. This year is no exception. Jeep pulled out all of the stops with Mopar and Jeep Performance parts and accessories that innovate the way you will engage with the wilderness across Wisconsin and Minnesota. Not to mention a few fully realized concept vehicles that bridge Jeep’s past with its future. The stars of 2021 Jeep Magneto: A Jeep Wrangler battery-electric vehicle concept that combines sustainable energy with the hardcore capability of a Wrangler.  Image the ability to explore the backcountry in pure silence! Jeepster Beach: A throwback to 1968 and the fun loving Jeepster Commando. This time, it is built on a modern Jeep frame – with modern Jeep performance. Jeep Red Bare: Take a Gladiator Rubicon and give it a 91:1 crawl ratio. Add EcoDiesel fuel efficiency and driving range, and you got a truck ready to tackle the Superior National Forest. Jeep Orange Peelz: It is orange and open to the world. It is a celebration of the Wrangler in all of its glory! Also shown at the Eastern Jeep Safari were the Jeep Gladiator Farout concept, the powerful, high-performance Jeep Wrangler Rubicon 392 concept and the Jeep Gladiator Top Dog concept aimed at hard-core mountain bike enthusiasts. Lifestyle is an important trait for Jeep owners and enthusiasts. Superior Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram wants to foster your enthusiasm by getting you into a new Wrangler or Gladiator today! Give us a "Jeep Wave" when you contact us.

Owning a pickup truck for work is an investment that needs to be fed regularly. With fuel prices on the rise, any savings will help your bottom line. This is why Ram introduced the most efficient pickup truck for work: The Ram 1500 Tradesman HFE EcoDiesel. Powered by the 3.0-liter EcoDiesel V6, the Tradesman HFE can achieve up to 23 MPG in the city, 33 MPG on the highway, with a combined estimate of 26 MPG. All fuel economy figures are according to the Environmental Protection Agency. Your Ram 1500 Tradesman HFE is available in a Crew Cab configuration with the 5-feet, 7-inch bed. This configuration is equipped with 20-inch aluminum wheels, black bumper and grille, tonneau cover, wheel-to-wheel side steps and cloth bucket seats. The tonneau cover can be folded back to haul up to 1,240 pounds in the box and cab, and tow up to 6,540 pounds. What you do get is one of the safest pickup trucks in the business, designed to keep you and your most important asset free from harm. It is also made for the tough jobs the Twin Ports area will throw at it. The Tradesman HFE is available only with rear-wheel-drive in two colors: Bright White Clear Coat or Diamond Black Crystal. All for a starting price of $42,240. These efficient trucks will be available in the coming months. If you or your business is looking for a highly efficient truck that will improve your bottom line, contact us at Superior Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram to add a 2021 Ram 1500 Tradesman HFE EcoDiesel to your fleet. Take advantage of our BusinessLink programs and any tax incentives for this year.