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The time has arrived – your aging sedan is on its last legs, and you get to choose an SUV that will carry your family and cargo, plus get you off-road for some fishing and camping on the weekends. You’ve been dreaming about a Trail Rated Jeep for most of your life; now’s your chance to live that dream by buying or leasing one at a Jeep dealership near you.

Of course, there are several Jeep Cherokee SUVs from which to choose, including the 4-door Cherokee compact SUV and the appropriately named Grand Cherokee, the former vehicle’s big…

Are you deeply offended at the thought of packing your family and gear into a three-row SUV that is somehow powered by a 4-cylinder engine? Does having to tick an option box on an order sheet to get a V-6 crush you inside just a little? Would you revel at the opportunity to do parking-lot donuts while the other parents can only jealously stare?

Let the team at Jim Burke Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram introduce you to the bad mamma jamma of the mid-size SUV world: the 2021 Dodge Durango, now available for sale in Birmingham.

Ready for a fascinating Dodge Ram history lesson camouflaged as a personal anecdote?

Forty years ago, on a bright October afternoon, the very first Dodge Ram trucks began making their way to dealerships across the country. Earlier that same year, we’d bought our first home—a 3-bedroom ranch in Birmingham—and my father, like many fathers at the time, had caught pickup fever. (That’s what happens when your “honey-do” list goes unattended for an entire summer.) In the winter, Dad purchased his first truck: A 1981 Dodge Ram D150...

When you think of America, what comes to mind? Apple pie? Baseball? To us, nothing is more American than a utilitarian Jeep. If you’re in the market for an off-road vehicle that just won’t take no for an answer, we’ve got a Jeep with your name on it. Here are the 11 best reasons why you should consider buying a Jeep.

1. Historically Low Car Insurance Losses

In the event of a car crash, the Jeep Wrangler earns substantially more than the average for collision loss payout, according to the IIHS. What’s this mean? If you…

When it comes to cars and their engines, noise is just part of the game. However, there are some car or engine sounds that are abnormal – it’s quite rare to drive a whisper-quiet vehicle – and should be cause for concern. If you hear any of the following 4 weird noises, bring your vehicle into an auto service center near you for a check-up. Even a minor repair could be a lifesaver.

1. A mysterious knocking noise

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Buying a new truck is an exciting endeavor, as well as a big investment. There are a lot of models on the road claiming to be the best truck, but which one actually is? The RAM 1500 and Toyota Tundra have proven their superiority over the years, and the 2020 carryover models are no exception. Both trucks boast power and features that any truck lover will enjoy.


 

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Well, 2020 has been a year of changes and challenges for everyone. If you planned on getting married this year, you might have had to reschedule your wedding and alter your plans for the honeymoon considering the uncertainty around air travel.

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Returning to the Chrysler lineup after a 17-year hiatus from the US market, the all-new 2020 Chrysler Voyager blends comfort, storage, and safety to deliver a refreshingly modern minivan at an affordable price. We’ll explore the new Voyager’s features, trim options, and pricing to help you decide which package is right for you.

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