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Secret Jeep Easter Eggs

Jeep Easter eggs, the hidden design elements found in each Jeep model, have become a beloved treasure hunt among enthusiasts and casual drivers alike. These subtle, often whimsical details are carefully integrated into Jeep vehicles, from the rugged Wrangler to the family-friendly Grand Cherokee. Ranging from miniature Willys Jeep silhouettes to cleverly placed animal motifs, Jeep Easter eggs offer a unique way for owners to connect with their vehicles and the brand’s rich heritage. As interest in these hidden gems grows, more Jeep owners are embarking on their own Easter egg hunts, turning their daily drives into exciting scavenger hunts.

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Jeep Wrangler Gas Mileage: Performance and Efficiency Guide

Jeep Wrangler is a name that has become synonymous with off-roading, rugged aesthetics, and adventure. But what does it do for its fuel economy? Whether you’re preparing for an off-road purchase or need something more typical for your daily commute, understanding the Jeep Wrangler gas mileage ratings can help you make an informed choice. The Jeep Wrangler has several engines, transmissions, and configurations that affect fuel economy. It could be anything from the entry-level V-6 to the PHEV 4xe variant in the Jeep Wrangler for sale Chicago. This would be suitable for those who like a little power but also like to save a

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Off-Road Jeep: Key Parts That Boost Capability and Style

For Jeep enthusiasts, off-roading is both a passion and a way of life. Transforming your Jeep to enhance its off-road capabilities while maintaining a stylish appearance involves selecting the right parts. Upgrading key components not only boosts performance but also adds to the overall aesthetic of your vehicle. In this guide, we explore how elevated performance tires and power upgrades can significantly improve your Jeep’s capability and style, ensuring you’re ready for any adventure while turning heads on the trail. Elevated Performance Tires When it comes to off-roading, tires are the most critical component. Elevated performance tires are designed to

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2024 Jeep Wrangler 4XE Rubicon X Takes Luxury Plug-In Hybrid Capabilities Off-Road

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Navigating the winding roads of the Sierra Nevada foothills, the 2024 Jeep Wrangler 4xe Rubicon X hummed quietly beneath me, a stark contrast to the rugged terrain towering around forgotten logging roads. This latest iteration of the iconic off-roader represents a significant evolution, blending Jeep’s legendary capability with modern electrification. This plug-in hybrid off-roader combines Jeep’s legendary 4×4 capabilities with electrification amongst the iconic Wrangler lineup. With 375 horsepower and 21 miles of all-electric range, the Rubicon X is ready to deliver unparalleled performance both on and off the beaten path. But does this $78,995 trail-ready hybrid live up to its

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2021 Jeep Wrangler (hybrid!) still best off-road

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The 2021 Jeep Wrangler 4xe, the new hybrid trim, is available as a four-door in three high-end offerings: the premium Sahara, more premium High Altitude, and Rubicon, geared toward off-road excursions. The 4xe (pronounced “four by E”), engine combines a 270 horsepower turbocharged inline-four-cylinder with a 44-horsepower motor connected through a front-end accessory belt. A 134-horsepower motor replaces the transmission’s back-end torque converter. The motors draw power from a 14.0-kWh lithium-ion battery located under the rear seats. Whether the 4xe is in electric mode or running as a hybrid, torque is routed to the wheels through an eight-speed automatic transmission.

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Consumer Reports: 2021 Jeep, Honda only recommended trucks

Pickup trucks continue to dominate sales in the United States. But the volume doesn’t impress Consumer Reports. Among the 17 pickup trucks tested by the leading consumer organization, only the Honda Ridgeline and the Jeep Gladiator were recommended. The Ridgeline achieved a score of 65, the highest mark among all trucks tested. Consumer Reports conducts about 50 different tests on the vehicles it evaluates. It evaluates braking to handling, comfort to safety and as fuel economy. Predicted reliability, owner satisfaction, safety technology and crash test results are also factored into overall results. Consumer Reports slams most pickup trucks The Gladiator

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Outfitting A Jeep Wrangler For Off-Road Adventure

A Jeep Wrangler purchased off the lot looks rugged enough to get through even the most difficult terrain. But it’s designed more for negotiating suburban roads, byways and highways. For instance, stock tires on Jeep vehicles are billed as all-terrain but relying on them in thick mud, backwoods or mountain conditions would likely be problematic. If mobile phone service is available, a towing service will likely be needed. Being stranded can be dangerous, particularly in harsh weather. If some serious off-roading Jeep adventuring is on the horizon, purchase some essential after-market accessories. Despite its awesome 4-wheel (high and low) capabilities

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NEW CAR PREVIEW: 2021 Jeep Gladiator Willys

The 2021 Jeep Gladiator Willys, engineered to be the most off-road capable Jeep truck ever, builds on the brand’s rich combined heritage of utility functionality and versatility. Equipped with the proven 3.6-liter Pentastar V-6 engine and a versatile cargo box, all Gladiator models are Trail Rated with a badge indicating the vehicle is designed to perform in five key consumer-oriented performance categories: traction, ground clearance, maneuverability, articulation and water fording. Jeep Gladiator Willys: Joins Jeep Lineup “Building on the widely popular Wrangler Willys, we’re thrilled to announce the Willys model is joining the Gladiator lineup as another way for Jeep

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Jeep Wrangler gets lowest 5-year depreciation honors

The Jeep Wrangler tops the list of vehicles with the lowest depreciation, at 30.9 percent over five years. The Unlimited trim scored more than 18 percent lower than the national five-year depreciation average, according to iSeeCars.com. Trucks and truck-based SUVs hold their value the best, while luxury sedans see the most depreciation. iSeeCars.com analyzed more than 8.2 million car sales to identify models with the lowest and highest loss in value after five years. Jeep Wrangler Takes Depreciation Honors In addition to the cars with the lowest five-depreciation, the comprehensive study also includes the lowest-and highest-depreciating cars by price point

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Rare, rugged Jeep J10 Honcho precursor to 2020 Gladiator

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Jeep doesn’t make a lot of pickup trucks, but for seven years beginning in 1976, a trim package called The Honcho was available. The limited-edition offered on the J10 model and only on the step side and short bed offerings included bold striping and decals. Optional extras included an interior made by Levi’s (in blue or tan) or a roll bar. The specialty trucks also included the Golden Eagle and 10-4. The latter was offered with an optional CB radio corresponding to the radio acknowledgment decal “10-4.” The Jeep J10 Honcho was manufactured through 1983, and it could be ordered

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#120, Author Patrick Foster celebrates 80 years of Jeep

Podcast: Play in new window | Download (Duration: 31:38 — 43.5MB)Subscribe: Apple Podcasts | Spotify | MoreAuthor Patrick Foster knows as much as anyone about automaker Jeep. With more than 30 years in the automotive industry, Foster is a prolific journalist, particularly when writing about the long history of the utilitarian, four-wheel-drive vehicles. Co-hosts Bruce Aldrich and James Raia interview Foster in episode #120 of The Weekly Driver Podcast. Foster’s latest book is JEEP: EIGHT DECADES FROM WILLYS TO WRANGLER (Motorbooks $32.99.) Accompanied by more than 200 photographs, the 192-page paperback is described as “the definitive book on the greatest

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2020 Jeep Gladiator stands alone among truck malaise

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Lots of new vehicles look similar cruising down the highway. One family sedan is likely related to another. The flood of SUVs, with rare exception, could all be made by the same manufacturer. Tesla and pending electric competition from Byton and Rivian are non-conformists. A Porsche Panamera stands out anywhere. Hummers stand alone in gaudiness. A few gimmick cars get attention.   And now there’s the industry’s first convertible truck, the 2020 Jeep Gladiator. It’s a midsize vehicle that resembles its sibling, the Jeep Wrangler Unlimited, but simultaneously looks nothing like its relative. Beyond its signature spindle grille, an extended

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#57, Jeep gets depreciation honors, Nissan Leaf falls

Podcast: Play in new window | Download (Duration: 27:29 — 25.2MB)Subscribe: Apple Podcasts | Spotify | MoreDepreciation isn’t often the top priority for car buyers, but it’s particularly important for consumers who keep their cars for many years. The online automotive search engine iSeeCars.com recently released its survey of vehicles with the most and least depreciation. The site analyzed more than 4.3 million new and used vehicles to identify models with the lowest and highest depreciation after five years. Julie Blackley, communications manager for iSeecars.com, is our guest on episode #57 of TheWeeklyDriver podcast. Co-hosts Bruce Aldrich and James Raia

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#54, Sacramento designer digs her 1986 Jeep Wagoneer

Podcast: Play in new window | Download (Duration: 25:34 — 35.1MB)Subscribe: Apple Podcasts | Spotify | MoreKerrie Kelly knows style. She owns a design company and works in a home office worthy of recognition in an upscale home decor magazine. Kelly also knows what style she likes in her automobiles. She and her husband own a BMW sedan, but it’s a 1986 Chrysler Jeep Wagoneer she prefers to drive. The Sacramento businesswoman, formerly employed by fashion mogul Ralph Lauren, is our guest on Episode #54 of The Weekly Driver Podcast. Co-hosts Bruce Aldrich and James Raia discuss Kelly’s passion for

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2017 Jeep Renegade: Maintains tough reputation

As the original sport utility vehicle, Jeep has endured wars and multiple owners. It’s prideful, tied to patriotism and known for its off-road durability. It’s also now a hybrid, not via engine options, but in origin. The smallest vehicle in the manufacturer’s lineup, the 2017 Jeep Renegade is the brand’s third-year subcompact crossover. Jeep still manufacturers many of its vehicles near its original plant in Toledo, Ohio. But the Renegade is assembled Melfi, Italy, and in Guangzhou, China. It’s the first Jeep produced outside of North American for international markets, including the United States. The Renegade debuted with substantial importance.

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Two 2018 JL Jeep Wrangler models set for giveaway

Brian Deegan, a 16-time X Games Freestyle Motocross medalist, and Barricade Off Road, a leading manufacturer for off-road Wrangler parts, have joined for the biggest-ever Jeep Wrangler giveaway. Brian and his daughter Hailie have announced they’re giving away two 2018 JL Wranglers in conjunction with ExtremeTerrain, a leading authority in Jeep parts and accessories. This ultimate “His and Hers” Wrangler giveaway will feature two, one of a kind, unique JL Wranglers slathered in aftermarket parts from Deegan38, Barricade and more. With Brian Deegan’s approval, these 2018 Wranglers are ensured to be “absolutely sick.” Lift kits, wheels, tires, grilles, bumpers, fender

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