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January 10, 2011 , Auburn Hills, Mich. - In July 1940, the U.S. military informed automakers that it was looking for a "light reconnaissance vehicle" to replace the Army's motorcycle and modified Ford Model-T vehicles. The Army invited 135 manufacturers to bid on production and developed a lengthy specification list for the vehicle, including the following:

• 600-lb. load capacity
• Wheelbase less than 75 inches
• Height less than 36 inches
• Smooth-running engine from 3 to 50…

Similar to Coke which seems to be synonymous with soda, and Kleenex which is often used interchangeably with tissue? Jeep is frequently used as a reference for sport utility vehicles in general. "The Jeep brand's legendary heritage and capability have made it iconic - well-known and loved throughout the world," says Mike Manely, President and CEO, Jeep Brand, Chrysler Group LLC. "Since they were first produced in 2941, Jeep vehicles have been the authentic benchmark?

It didn't take the editors at AutoWeek long to name the 2011 "Best of the Best/Truck" award winner. The recipient was none other than the 2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee. AutoWeek ranks vehicles on a sliding scale of one to five, focusing mainly on drive train, ride quality, handling, exterior and interior design, and the infamous fun factor. To win the title of "Best of the Best/Truck", the 2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee had…

2011 Jeep Wrangler, Commander, and Grand Cherokee have a new song to blast. Music artist C.KhiD wrote a few hot tunes based off his favorite car brand, free for all "Jeepers" and music fans to download.

"I promoted on a tour through Florida in a 2010 Jeep Wrangler. After that, it was undoubtedly my favorite car of all-time. Jeep Wrangler Music is just celebrating that great car and the fun lifestyle it caters to…