General George Washington has a message for England

My Dear England,

As a gentleman, I feel it is my grim but solemn duty to notify you that it is, indeed … ON. We declared our independence once. And on Friday night (11:00 PM EST on ESPN) I must declare it yet again. Our armies will meet upon the field of battle, but you’ll soon find your “Red Coats” are easily bested by three men … wearing only black. Incidentally, our “minute” men in fact only require a mere 4.7 seconds to reach the 60 mile per hour threshold.

With utmost respect,

George "Can of Whup A**" Washington

(Blog Editor's Note: Please tune into ESPN at 11 p.m. Friday, June 11 to find out how this ends).

2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee receives first honors

It's just started arriving in dealerships across the country, but the 2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee has already impressed and has received its first honor and a very important one as the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) named the vehicle a Top Safety Pick, the organization’s highest rating.

“The all-new 2011 Grand Cherokee provides consumers with enhanced safety and security, in addition to legendary Jeep capability and a premium driving experience,” said Mike Manley, President and CEO – Jeep Brand. Manley noted the Jeep Grand Cherokee’s more than 45 different safety and security systems, which all work in harmony. They include Electronic Stability Control (ESC), Electronic Roll Mitigation, Active Head Restraints, Adaptive Cruise Control, Forward Collision Warning and a Blind-Spot/Rear Cross-path detection system.

“Our new Jeep Grand Cherokee will allow customers to benefit from a new level of protection, on- and off-road,” Manley said.

Now, if you add the great look and countless new features including a new upscale interior, advanced four-wheel drive system, keyless entry and numerous other improvements with the recognized safety features, you have a vehicle that will find its way into the driveways and garages of customers across the country.

2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee - The Video

For a couple of months, the buzz about the 2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee has steadily increased as we get closer to its debut this summer. Up until now, we've only seen a few pictures. Now, there's a video.

Check it out.

After you see the video, you'll understand why Chrysler Group CEO Sergio Marchionne is confident in the new vehicle and the impact it will have for the company.

“The Jeep Grand Cherokee is a signature vehicle for Chrysler. It represents the best of this company, the direction we’re moving toward producing high quality, technologically advanced vehicles. We are confident the Grand Cherokee will receive the proper recognition for what it stands for when it hits the road in June.”

The Family Trip Vehicle

We've all been there as kids. Now we get to experience it from the other side as an adult.

The conversation goes something like this.

"Are we there yet?" your child asks.

"Not now, son/sweetie/honey (or use your own word choice). We still have a ways to go."

Ten minutes pass.

"Are we there yet?" the question is repeated by the same child or another child who has completely ignored the question and answer from just minutes before.

According to CNNmoney.com, the Chrysler Town and Country has suddenly become a mute button for that conversation as the vehicle was named one of 7 great road trip cars.

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Dodge Viper earns high praise in Texas

When asked, Michael Herzing, president of the Texas Auto Writers Association said this about the Dodge Viper (American Club Racer).

“The Dodge Viper ACR is the worthy recipient of our first Performance Car of Texas award. By topping some of the toughest competitors in today’s performance car marketplace, we feel this award is a real testament to the Dodge Viper’s superior level of overall performance,” Herzing said.

We couldn't agree more. Check out the full story on the Viper and how the Texas writers loved its overall handling and performance.

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How Ram Monster Trucks Roll - BIG!

You love Ram Trucks. You love Monster Trucks. Then you'll love the Raminator and the Rammunition trucks.

These two trucks, which feature stylish graphics courtesy of Mossy Oak in a partnership with Ram Trucks and Hall Brothers Racing, put on a display this past weekend at the 4 Wheel Jamboree in Springfield, Missouri.

The next 4 Wheel Jamboree is in Lima, OH on May 14-16. These weekend-long events feature between 2,000 to 3,000 trucks and draw around 50,000 spectators.

Go big or go home!

The Jeep - Standing the Test of Time

Through the years, vehicles change. The shape. The size. The colors. One vehicle has stood the test of time sticking to its same basic, yet very memorable and stylish design - the Jeep.

While the Jeep has sometimes been described as a “sardine can on wheels,” since its creation in the 1930s as a vehicle used as a light, rugged “reconnaissance car” to provide speedy movement of key personnel and equipment in the rear and on the battlefield, it has become one of, if not the most recognizable automotive silhouettes in the world. It also made “four-wheel drive” a household term.

Check out this story in the American that says - "...the Jeep is one of the most influential designs in automotive history.