Mr. Jim Morrison, Senior Vice President and Head of Jeep Brand North America, said: "With the Easter Jeep Safari Off-Road Conference, the Jeep brand can not only continue to push the limits of 4WD development, but more importantly, to maintain connectivity with customers. For the majority of Jeep owners, Moab is a well-deserved off-road destination. Only by becoming a Jeep owner can you truly understand the brand's unique lifestyle, which is also the charm of Jeep. ”
Jeep Wrangler Magneto 2.0 Concept Car
In terms of appearance, Magneto 2.0 uses surf blue car paint, customized carbon fiber B-pillar, unique roof design and carbon fiber hood to give the new car a very powerful exterior design. It is worth mentioning that the custom hood of the new car is designed with blue transparent glass, which can see the entire powertrain at a glance.
In addition, the two-door version of the Jeep Wrangler has a 12-inch increase in wheelbase, providing additional space for powertrain components, while giving the concept similar body proportions to the 2004-2006 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited model code-named "LJ". In addition, the model is equipped with a customized 3-inch lift kit and 20-inch wheels with 40-inch off-road tires.
In terms of power, as an upgraded version of Magneto, the peak current of the new car's all-electric drive system has more than doubled to 600 amperes, which can instantaneously output up to 850N·m of peak torque to the wheels, which is more than three times that of the concept car launched last year. When tackling the challenge of rock climbing, a maximum output of 625 horsepower can burst out. According to reports, the new car can complete the acceleration of 0-60 mph in 2 seconds.
Inspired by off-road models for long-distance travel, the Trailhawk PHEV concept is designed for long-distance travel, and in terms of exterior, the concept car features a custom industrial blue exterior paint finish with the iconic 4xe Lake blue tow hook and anti-glare black blue matte Trailhawk hood stickers to further highlight the off-road style. In terms of tires, the new car is equipped with custom 20-inch neutral gray painted metal matte wheels and 33-inch 100-inch dirt tires.
According to reports, the cockpit of this car adopts custom saddle-colored seats decorated with "Rodney" Chidori check inserts. The seats are also decorated with the iconic 4xe Trailhawk logo and surf blue stitching.
Jeep '41 concept car
The legacy of the Jeep '41 concept can be traced back to the original Willis MB, a highly reliable 4x4 four-wheel drive model specially built according to the requirements of the military. The Willis MB's combined strength and all-terrain capabilities had a significant impact on the 4x4 all-wheel drive model that came out later.
The concept car's exterior, including wheel arches and mirror covers, is finished in D.R.A.B. '41 matte olive green finish with a black powder-coated steel bumper, Warn winch and JPP bumper hoop. Vintage-inspired decorative panel covers further enhance the visual effect of the soft sepia top, while the JPP half door helps enhance the open-top ride. The template graphics package custom designed by Jeep Graphic Studio and the eye-catching drag hook in the color scheme are the finishing touches of the "five-star general".
Inside the cockpit, the '41 Concept features a retro-inspired shift lever in which the gear lever cover was custom designed by Jeep Graphic Studio. The canvas seats are decorated with digital camouflage inserts and Serafil 1043 stitching. The heavy texture of D.R.A.B. '41 matte green Rhino flooring helps enhance durability. The concept car's dashboard inserts are also painted D.R.A.B. '41 matte green, while the dashboard is decorated with a custom Willis vintage-inspired motif.
Jeep Rubicon 20th Anniversary Concept Car
The Jeep Rubicon 20th Anniversary Concept has a vinyl-clad matte granite crystal exterior with gold-toned tow hooks and branding, Rubicon 20th Anniversary hood stickers, fender stickers and a Momar swinging door air compressor.
To further enhance off-road performance, the concept car was also equipped with the JPP 2-inch lift kit, a 17-inch Momar anti-disengage wheel hub with 37-inch mud tires, a steel bumper and bumper hoop with Warn winch, and a steel engine carrier.
In terms of power, the Jeep Rubicon 20th Anniversary Concept car is based on the Jeep Wrangler Rubicon 392, the fastest and most powerful Wrangler model to date, and has successfully set the benchmark for off-road performance and four-wheel drive strength with a 6.4-liter V-8 engine, customized exterior and stunning interior, thus continuing the history of Rubicon models that began 20 years ago.
Jeep Bob concept car
The Jeep Bob concept car is based on the gladiator Rubicon, according to the official introduction, its core highlight is not the configuration on board, but the design concept of "simplifying complexity". All four doors and B-pillars of the new car have been removed to redefine convertible freedom. In addition, the new car's custom hard top features a perforated design, while the canvas roof extends to the top to shield the wind from the rain or the natural light into the car.
The exterior of the new car is painted using a variety of polishing treatments, blending bright and matte finishes to increase the gloss and texture. Inside, brightly coloured coated flooring and customised seating create a sporty atmosphere. The ventilated carbon hood further enhances the appearance of the high-performance design and ensures that airflow is introduced into the engine more efficiently.
In terms of power, the Jeep Bob Concept will be powered by an award-winning 3.0-liter Eco-Diesel V-6 turbocharged engine mated to the TorqueFlite 8HP75 eight-speed automatic transmission to help cope with greater torque loads. The transmission is calibrated for low-speed gear changes and can handle rough road conditions with ease. The new car is also equipped with a Momar cold air intake to further increase torque and improve fuel economy.
Jeep D-Coder concept car
The Jeep Gladiator D-Coder Concept is a high-performance off-road model that provides customers with a wide range of original quality inspection and factory-backed accessories with a total of more than 35 pieces of JPP and Mompar accessories in cherry red color.
The cockpit of the Gladiator D-Coder Concept also features a distinctive cherry red contrasting theme, and both rows of seats are wrapped in Katzkin leather. Many Momar accessories are also available in the cockpit, including four sill guards, stainless steel pedal covers and all-weather foot pads throughout the cabin.
The Gladiator D-Coder Concept is equipped with a Rubicon-style three-piece modular bumper with integrated single-hoop tubular grille and winch protection, and a pair of 7-inch TYRI off-road LED lights are mounted directly above the Rubicon-style Warn winch.
The JPP front windshield is made of diamond glass, which is three times stronger than the ordinary windshield. A pair of 5-inch TYRI LED lamps are firmly attached to the JPP A-post mounting brackets on either side of the front circumference area. The heavy-duty steel JPP stone-resistant baffles are located directly below the JPP tubular doors with Jeep mirrors on both sides to protect the lower panels of the body.
In addition, the concept car is equipped with a stone-resistant baffle to protect the cargo hopper behind the rear wheels, and features a replaceable nylon material baffle cover. The inside of the hopper is spray-coated with a textured Momar protective coating. The low-lying THULE basket is mounted on a set of Momar sticks to provide additional storage space for the vehicle.
Jeep Birdcage concept car
A convertible hardcore 4WD model with outstanding performance, the Jeep Wrangler 4xe Birdcage Concept is equipped with a variety of innovative custom accessories carefully crafted by JPP and Mompar, highlighting the best performance of all roads with its unique 4xe plug-in hybrid system.
In terms of appearance, the car is made of vibrant eagle brown granite crystal metal paint, with a variety of iconic surf blue elements unique to the Jeep 4xe model. Custom rock slide skid plates are connected to two 2-inch round steel support rods and integrated into a custom seven-hole grille, optimizing the approach angle of this concept model. It is reported that the JPP 2-inch lift kit with FOX shock absorbers is the first in the industry, which is designed and tuned by JPP for the Wrangler 4xe plug-in hybrid model.
In addition, the concept car has removed the windshield and wiper to meet the needs of off-road enthusiasts who are eager to enjoy a true open-top off-road experience. The Jeep design team cleverly isolated the dashboard to create a custom front wall and wiper-filled cover that not only retained the concept car's harmonious and smooth factory appearance, but also prevented dust and debris from entering it.
The Add-A-Trunk concept luggage compartment cover was created by the Momar design team to protect the contents of the luggage compartment when the convertible is opened. Designed for any Jeep Wrangler model that can easily accommodate a full-size refrigerator, the Add-A-Trunk feature uses gas-assisted shocks to open the luggage compartment cover when the swing door opens for the user to pick up and place items. Practicality is further enhanced by eight fixed rope loops and 5 trackings for grocery bags in the luggage compartment.
It is reported that the other three high-profile Jeep brand concept cars created by the JPP team will also land on Moab for the first time. It is worth mentioning that all three concept cars have been unveiled at the 2021 SEMA Modification Exhibition.
Of the three Jeep brand concept cars, the award-winning Jeep Wrangler 4xe plug-in hybrid model is fitted with a series of factory parts derived from JPP; the Jeep Wrangler Overlook concept is extended based on a four-door version of the Wrangler Sahara model, which has three rows of seats and many luxurious features; the Kaiser Jeep M725 concept car is derived from a 1967 vintage Kaiser Jeep M725 military ambulance. It is a mobile endorsement of the JPP.
Hosted by red rock 4-wheelers, the Easter Jeep Safari off-road event includes a number of off-road activities, most of which are one-day. The event officially departed from Moab, Utah, and lasted nine days. The Easter Jeep Safari Off-Road Congress was initiated in 1967 by the Moab Chamber of Commerce. Over the years, as the number of participants has increased, the scale of the event has continued to expand, and the duration of the event has increased from the original day to nine days today. (Photo/Text/Photo: Liu Yunqing, Pacific Auto Network)