--- title: "Jeep and Ram Are Riding High Thanks to North America: TDS" description: "Good morning and welcome to *[The Downshift]()*, or *TDS* for short." date: "2026-07-13" modified: "2026-07-13" authors: - name: "Adam Ismail" job_title: "Senior Editor" link: "https://www.thedrive.com/authors/adam-ismail" url: "https://www.thedrive.com/news/jeep-and-ram-are-riding-high-thanks-to-north-america-tds" categories: - "News" - "The Downshift" tags: - "Jeep" - "ram" --- # Jeep and Ram Are Riding High Thanks to North America: TDS ![Jeep Cherokee off roading]() *\Stellantis\* Good morning and welcome to *[The Downshift]()*, or *TDS* for short. Tight, light, and right as they say in the biz, *TDS* combs the internet for the latest automotive news from around the globe and gathers it in one place. Stories are recapped in a few sentences accompanied by a link for those seeking more information. We hope you had a great weekend. Here's your bulletin for Monday, July 13, 2026. πŸ“ˆ Stellantis' sales rose 10% globally over the second quarter of 2026 compared to a year earlier, mostly thanks to the North American market. In the region specifically, the automaker actually improved shipments by a staggering 38%, off the back of refreshed Jeep and Ram models, as well as the updated Chrysler Pacifica. Stellantis also admitted production was somewhat elevated to get ahead of factory pauses planned for later in the summer. *\[[Reuters]()\]* πŸ† Infiniti's new QX65 crossover has proven a modest hit for the brand, recording sales of over 1,000 units and beating internal estimates by 25% through its first full month on sale. *\[[Automotive News]()\]* πŸ§‘β€πŸ­ Ford and Canadian auto labor union Unifor have tentatively agreed to terms of a new three-year contract, pending member ratification. The union said it started negotiating with Ford first, before General Motors and Stellantis, because the company "has been most committed to continuing its operations in Canada," per the report. *\[[Reuters]()\]* πŸ›£οΈ A newly released Waze update prioritizes favored routes based on history, adds a new mode specifically for motorcyclists, and more deeply integrates Google Gemini conversational commands into the popular navigation app. *\[[Engadget]()\]* πŸš™ Jeep has introduced a new Laredo trim on the Wrangler for the 2027 model year, following up on a concept revealed at this year's Easter Jeep Safari. This Wrangler features 35-inch BFGoodrich KO2 tires, a 1-inch lift, brown Nappa leather upholstery, and Mayan gold accents, and comes in two- and four-door configurations. *\[[Stellantis]()\]* ✊ Hyundai factory workers in South Korea are striking for three days, demanding an annual performance bonus specifically tied to the company's net profit, as well as protections against automation and increased use of AI to replace workers. *\[[Bloomberg]()\]* 🏁 Weekend race results: - **NASCAR Crafstman Truck Series at Lime Rock Park:** Grant Enfinger won for CR7 Motorsports - **IMSA Michelin Pilot Challenge at Canadian Tire Motorsport Park:** Kiko Porto and Varun Choksey won for RAFA Racing - **NASCAR O’Reilly Auto Parts Series at EchoPark Speedway:** Justin Allgaier won for JR Motorsports - **MotoGP German Grand Prix:** Marc Marquez won for Ducati - **FIA WEC 6 Hours of Sao Paulo:** Kevin Magnussen, Raffaele Marciello, and Dries Vanthoor won for BMW M Team WRT - **IMSA SportsCar Championship at Canadian Tire Motorsport Park:** Tom Dillmann and Jeremy Clarke won for Inter Europol Competition - **NASCAR Cup Series at EchoPark Speedway:** Ryan Blaney won for Team Penske *Got a tip or feedback for TDS? Reach out to tips@thedrive.com* ## Author Adam is a Senior Editor at The Drive, concentrating on curating and developing the site's slate of daily journalism, from initial pitch to final copy edit. When he's not at his desk researching leads and working with writers, he's testing vehicles or reviewing racing games, new and old. He joined The Drive in 2023, following seven years of covering consumer technology and cars. A car lover and gamer since his earliest memories, Adam came to know the automotive world through video games. First it was Daytona USA, Sega Rally, and Ridge Racer; then came Need For Speed, which inspired an encyclopedic knowledge of '90s supercars, and, of course, Gran Turismo. If not for them, he'd assuredly be doing something else right now. Adam is based in the suburbs outside Philly, where there are ample roads for his hot hatch to stretch its legs. In his car, he's probably listening to indie rock, drum and bass, or Yankees baseball. ### Author social links [Bluesky]() [Instagram]() [LinkedIn]()