Are you Ready to “Plug-In” your Wrangler?
Industry News August 20, 2018
Fiat Chrysler is telling us a “hybrid” plug-in Jeep may certainly happen in 2020. But, us ModernJeepers can’t help but wonder about getting “connected” and plugged in for a charge right before running the Rubicon, or taking on some slick rock in Moab. We are open to the idea... Read more
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[pics] Jeeps Invade Toledo Raising $600,000
Gallery August 16, 2018
Toledo, Ohio, is the true home of the Jeep Wrangler. From the original Toledo-based Willys-Overland contract nearly eight decades ago that started the Jeep legend, to the commitment from late FCA CEO Sergio Marchionne to continue manufacturing the new JL Wrangler, Toledoans have a strong connection to the Jeep... Read more
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Facebook is buzzing with pics of the Jeep Wrangler JT aka “Scrambler” Jeep Truck out running the Rubicon this past week. The Rubicon Trail has long been a standard for Jeep Wrangler’s “Trail Ready” badges, so it only makes sense that the Jeep Truck would need to make it’s... Read more
The El Dorado National Forest, home of some of the best Jeep Trails in the world including our personal favorite, The Rubicon Trail, recently announced a complete re-organization. According to the announcement, Forest Supervisor Laurence Crabtree said “I’ve asked my staff to take a look at how we can... Read more
Jeep Wrangler – Now the Preferred Bribe in Russia?
Uncategorized August 10, 2018
The Jeep Wrangler has reached a new status level… bribery. According to CrimeRussia.com, Colonel Maksimenko, the former head of “Internal Security” in Russia, has been accused of extorting a Jeep Wrangler from a construction business. Ex-Head of the Department for Interagency Cooperation and Internal Security Mikhail Maksimenko has faced... Read more
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6 Tips for Club Life & Club Success [softening the iron grip of elders]
Land Use Updates August 8, 2018
Part of the ongoing Recreational Leadership Training Course series. Too many times people walk away from an off-road or Jeep club or group because of a club elder putting them down, or not allowing them to contribute. On the other hand, club elders and founders get frustrated when the... Read more
Larry & Cheri McCrae Acquire Zion Jeep Tours of Springdale, Utah Zion Jeep Tours, Southern Utah’s premiere outdoor recreational tour and guide service, announced this week that legendary off-roader, sportsman and businessman, Larry McRae and his wife Cheri McRae of St. George, Utah have acquired the company, effective July... Read more
Investor’s Question Manley on the Future of Jeep
Industry News August 6, 2018
According to the Toledo Blade, Fiat Chrysler Automobiles’ new CEO Mike Manley has pledged not to rock the very successful proverbial boat, keeping FCA, parent company of the Jeep brand, moving forward on a well-established five year plan developed by the late CEO, Sergio Marchionne. “One of the things... Read more
6 Secrets of Successful Radio Communications
Tech Tips August 4, 2018
Disclaimer: This is a beginner’s guide and not a comprehensive radio communications manual. Read the instruction manual for your radio. Talk to serious radio operators if you have in-depth questions. This is for the person leading a convoy or a club event. Many of us use CB’s (Citizen’s Band)... Read more
Ultra4 adds $125,000 Desert Truck Race to KOH Week
Motorsports August 2, 2018
Top Drivers to Compete for Biggest Prize Purse in History of Sport A new desert race is coming to the 2019 King of The Hammers (KOH) Week lineup. The Toyo Tires Desert Invitational Presented by Monster Energy will feature 30 elite off-road desert racers in an invitation-only, traditional open-desert,... Read more