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Autonomous New Test Site by Fiat Chrysler
ModernJeepers get excited when we hear about big money being sunk into the development of new products, especially if the word “Jeep” might be included. We hope this new investment at Chelsea results in some continued fun for all jeepers! The Editors From THE SHOP Staff Fiat Chrysler Automobiles... Read more
[Video] Factor 55 Closed System Winching
Winching Safety with the Closed System Safety first when winching!  If you get hit by a broken winch hook or cable, it could ruin your day – or worse.  Search YouTube for broken winch hook’s or line videos, and you will find more than you can watch in one... Read more
Jeep JL Platform Debuts First Limited Edition Model
ModernJeepers get excited anytime we hear the words Jeep and Moab in the same sentence. Well, here it is. The Moab Edition Jeep JL. The Editors 2018 Jeep Wrangler Moab Edition The Jeep brand has introduced the 2018 Jeep Wrangler Moab Edition, the first limited-edition model to be released... Read more
Currie Jeep Beef: Upgrading My TJ to Currie F9
Are You Ready to Beef Up Your Axles? Have you ever wondered how long it would take before you replaced the rear end in your Jeep?  For us, it was about 10 years.  Jeeps come from the factory with either a Dana 35 or 44.  How long it will... Read more
Off-Roading Is Not a Hobby; It’s a Lifestyle
I recently made a decision that most people would not label as “sane.” This past July when my son turned sixteen and got his driver’s license, I immediately went out and bought him a 1941 Jeep Willy’s MB on 35 inch tires for a daily driver. When my co-workers... Read more
Pushing The Limit – The 2018 Jeep Concept Rigs
With names like 4Speed, Sandstorm and Nacho Jeep, how can you pick just one favorite? This year, unveiled at the 52nd annual Easter Jeep Safari held in Moab Utah, seven new concept vehicles headed for the trails. This was by far the most eclectic group of vehicles Jeep has... Read more
SAHARA – A Clean Survivor Built to Explore
For the past few years I searched for a TJ Wrangler to build as a backcountry exploring vehicle. The TJ has the dimensions of the CJ7, a strong frame, and a coil/link suspension that provides a good ride and articulation off-road. The only problem was finding a clean one,... Read more