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The New 2022 Jeep Compass
While it’s not a Jeep Wrangler, it is still a Jeep, and the technology that goes into these “other” Jeep models is likely to appear in future models that we know and love. The 2022 Jeep Compass was debuted at the Chicago Auto Show in July and is scheduled... Read more
The Future of the Automobile is Electric
At least that is what the current President of the United States envisions. So much so that he signed an Executive Order stating in part, …”50 percent of all new passenger cars and light trucks sold in 2030 be zero-emission vehicles, including battery electric, plug-in hybrid electric, or fuel... Read more
Jeep Gladiator Production Halted…But New Color Coming!
I know the headline is very vague and we have never been ones to promote “click bait”…but Jeep has actually halted production of the Jeep Gladiator. Not for any structural or crazy problems…but simply because of the lack and shortage of microchips. According to the Detroit News, “Stellantis NV’s... Read more
Happy 80th Birthday Jeep! The 4xe is the new 4×4!
On July 15, 1941, the former Willys-Overland Co. signed a contract with the U.S. War Department to begin production of the first military Jeep® vehicle. Eighty years later, the Jeep brand thrives around the world with a product lineup that continues to expand into new segments, a devoted community... Read more
Gorilla Glass Is Here!
Jeep is now offering Gorilla Glass as an option! And for only $95 why would any new Jeep buyer not include it? PROTECT YOUR WINDSHIELD The Mopar® windshield with Corning Gorilla Glass helps defend against many common windshield fractures. SHARP IMPACT   Typically small sharp stone impact Characteristic star... Read more
Microchips Matter!
We have all heard the news. The automotive industry is seeing many delays because of the lack of certain things. Things like the chemicals to make seats and dashboards, interior products, people that want to work and even microchips. We even heard that the new Wrangler 392 is being... Read more
Jeep® Brand Celebrates ‘Earth Day’!
The Jeep® brand’s newest social media video, arriving on Earth Day, brings together the animals of the world via a video conference call to mark the arrival of the new 2021 Jeep Wrangler 4xe, and it appears they’re not much better at the calls than their human counterparts. In... Read more
Jeep’s Latest Offering – Half Doors!
We have heard and talked about them on Social Media for weeks. Now we have some updated information. Although still not available for the Jeep Gladiator, the new Dual-Door Group is available now for two- and four-door models of Jeep Wrangler Sport, Rubicon; Sahara, Rubicon 392 and the coming... Read more
The 2021 Jeep Concepts Come To Moab!
Jeep always amazes us with their concept vehicles that they bring to Moab for Easter Jeep Safari…and this year was no different! If you missed this weeks ModernJeeper Podcast/Video, you can take a look at it here where we do a quick walk around the Jeep display as well.... Read more
Jeep Charging Stations Begin To Appear
We are already seeing them in and around Moab, Utah… And what will it cost to charge up that new Jeep hybrid? Nothing… Unveiled today as part of this year’s Easter Jeep® Safari, the Jeep brand is taking electrified propulsion beyond the paved road with the innovative 2021 Jeep... Read more