Jeep Advises Wrangler and Gladiator Owners Against Parking Indoors Due to Fire Hazard: TDS
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The Downshift provides a brief news recap with links for further reading. Here’s the update for Tuesday, June 9, 2026.
🛻 Stellantis has announced a recall and issued a warning to owners of 2021-2025 model-year Jeep Wranglers and Gladiators, affecting 1.08 million vehicles in the U.S. and 1.3 million worldwide, advising them to park away from buildings due to a fire hazard. The issue is related to the wiring of the electric hydraulic power steering pump, which may overheat and potentially ignite, even when the vehicle is off. Stellantis is working expeditiously to provide a solution, expected by July at the latest. [Reuters, Stellantis]
📺 Apple has followed Google's recent introduction of video functionality within Android Auto, allowing iPhone users to watch videos via CarPlay. Any content that is compatible with AirPlay video streaming will be accessible through your car's infotainment system in CarPlay, with this feature set to launch as part of the iOS 27 update this fall. [MacRumors]
🤖 Lucid has revealed that its DreamDrive 2.0 hands-free driving system is now available for its Gravity SUV. This system can automatically navigate lane changes or execute them when indicated by the driver. The update also features improvements to Google Maps and clarifies charging performance and expectations. [Lucid]
🏭 A strike at GM's axle supplier Dauch has entered its second week. GM stated on Monday that none of its facilities have been impacted by the strike so far, but it was reported earlier this month that the automaker had a two-week supply of axles remaining. [Reuters]
🏎️ Mark Rushbrook, head of Ford Performance, mentioned that future demonstrator vehicles, such as the Supervan, F-150 Lightning Supertruck, and Mustang Cobra Jet, will feature a range of powertrain configurations rather than being solely electric. [Autocar]
✈️ An electric aircraft tug named Taxibot is currently being tested at Amsterdam’s Schiphol airport. It not only tows aircraft but also powers their systems, eliminating the need for an auxiliary power unit while the plane taxis. [Electrek]
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Jeep Advises Wrangler and Gladiator Owners Against Parking Indoors Due to Fire Hazard: TDS
Jeep is recalling more than 1 million Wranglers and Gladiators in the U.S. because of an electrical issue that may lead to a fire, even when the vehicles are turned off.