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Jeep Grand Cherokee, Wrangler Plug-In Hybrids Recalled for Fire Risk
Vehicles Recalled • Jeep Wrangler 4xe SUVs manufactured between July 1, 2020, and Nov. 16, 2023.• Jeep Grand Cherokee 4xe SUVs manufactured between May 17, 2021, and Nov. 16, 2023. The problem: Separator damage within the high-voltage battery pack may lead to a vehicle fire. Jeep is investigating the root cause of the problem along with Samsung SDI, the battery manufacturer.…
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8 Hybrids That Save You the Most on Gas—and Some That
We calculated the payoff time using $3.20-a-gallon regular gas, $4.05-a-gallon premium gas, and 12,000 miles a year. We used CR’s exclusive real-world fuel economy ratings and compared the sticker price for the hybrid with the most comparable non-hybrid version. If gas prices fall, those payback periods will become slightly longer. And if drivers put more miles on their cars, the…
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