Chinese Automaker Expresses Interest in Purchasing Jeep Brand

A recent report from Automotive News suggests that Chinese auto manufacturer Great Wall Motor has reached out to FCA (Fiat Chrysler Automobiles) to discuss acquiring the Jeep brand which accounts for nearly half of FCA’s sales. Great Wall Motor publicly confirmed its interest in the Jeep brand or possibly FCA as a whole, but also stated that it has not held formal talks or signed any sort of deal with FCA. FCA themselves have neither confirmed nor denied the reports but it’s definitely not out of the realm of possibility as there has been reports of other auto makers inquiring about the possible purchase of FCA with some even suggesting speculation of General Motors possibly making a play. Nothing will change within Jeep until something concrete happens but it should be no surprise that the company would be attractive to possible buyers as they continue to produce extremely capable vehicles that certainly seem to sell well in every market they’re in.