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  Jeep's CJ Surge Concept                                                  Source:  Jeep Big, New Electromod - Retromod Trend An important and growing trend in the automotive industry is called "electromod" or "retromod", which essentially entails taking a classic, retro car and modernizing it with new visual upgrades and new technologies, particularly an electric powertrain.  A hot, new example is Jeep's fully electric, classic, upgraded Wrangler off-roader called the CJ Surge.  This new concept is being unveiled this week at the 2022 SEMA Show in Las Vegas. Automotive experts say the electric technology behind the vehicle could trigger a revival of classic American muscle cars.  CJ Surge also provides a new look and fresh perspective on the future of classic off-roading. Retromod CJ Surge is a substantive restoration of a late model Jeep CJ7.  It's been modernized with an electric motor and full battery electric propulsion system along with extensive v

  Jeep's CJ Surge Concept                                                  Source:  Jeep Big, New Electromod - Retromod Trend An important and growing trend in the automotive industry is called "electromod" or "retromod", which essentially entails taking a classic, retro car and modernizing it with new visual upgrades and new technologies, particularly an electric powertrain.  A hot, new example is Jeep's fully electric, classic, upgraded Wrangler off-roader called the CJ Surge.  This new concept is being unveiled this week at the 2022 SEMA Show in Las Vegas. Automotive experts say the electric technology behind the vehicle could trigger a revival of classic American muscle cars.  CJ Surge also provides a new look and fresh perspective on the future of classic off-roading. Retromod CJ Surge is a substantive restoration of a late model Jeep CJ7.  It's been modernized with an electric motor and full battery electric propulsion system along with extensive v

  Jeep Avenger 4x4                                                                                           Source:  Jeep Avenger Baby Jeep EV  The Paris Auto Show delivered a huge surprise when Jeep rolled out its new Jeep Avenger 4x4 concept that is based on its new Jeep Avenger Baby EV, unveiled in September.  In Paris, Jeep displayed the two of them side by side.  The Avenger Baby is an electric, 2-wheel drive, subcompact SUV. The Avenger 4x4 is a chunkier, 4-wheel drive, tougher looking, compact trail vehicle with large fenders and big off-road tires.   Tech Specs It's expected that the Avenger 4x4 will make it into production either as a PHEV (Plug-in Hybrid Electric Vehicle) with a combustion engine in the front of the vehicle and an electric motor in the back.  Or it could be produced as an all-electric, all-wheel drive vehicle with an electric motor operating on each axle.  The production prototype version has a single electric motor that produces 156 hp and 192 pe-feet o

  Jeep Avenger 4x4                                                                                           Source:  Jeep Avenger Baby Jeep EV  The Paris Auto Show delivered a huge surprise when Jeep rolled out its new Jeep Avenger 4x4 concept that is based on its new Jeep Avenger Baby EV, unveiled in September.  In Paris, Jeep displayed the two of them side by side.  The Avenger Baby is an electric, 2-wheel drive, subcompact SUV. The Avenger 4x4 is a chunkier, 4-wheel drive, tougher looking, compact trail vehicle with large fenders and big off-road tires.   Tech Specs It's expected that the Avenger 4x4 will make it into production either as a PHEV (Plug-in Hybrid Electric Vehicle) with a combustion engine in the front of the vehicle and an electric motor in the back.  Or it could be produced as an all-electric, all-wheel drive vehicle with an electric motor operating on each axle.  The production prototype version has a single electric motor that produces 156 hp and 192 pe-feet o

  4 New All-Electric Jeeps by 2025                                                  Source:  Jeep New Electric Wagoneer S & Electric Recon Jeep is on a mission to electrify its entire lineup of SUVs in the next few years.  To that end, it just introduced two new, fully electric SUVs that will hit the market in 2024.  Two more will follow by 2025.  The dynamic duo just introduced include the spiffy and speedy Wagoneer S and an all-electric Wrangler-like vehicle called the Jeep Recon, which has a power sliding glass top that features the most glass of any Jeep production model.  The vehicle also has removable doors.  By 2030, half of all Jeep sales in the US and 100% in Europe will be electric. Previously, Jeep had been focusing on the development of hybrid models.  Speedy and Zero Emissions For the Grand Wagoneer S, Jeep is targeting 400 miles range on a charge, 600 hp and acceleration from 0 to 60 mph in 3.5 seconds.  Jeep hasn't announced performance details for the Recon othe

  4 New All-Electric Jeeps by 2025                                                                                                            Source:  Jeep New Electric Wagoneer S & Electric Recon Jeep is on a mission to electrify its entire lineup of SUVs in the next few years.  To that end, it just introduced two new, fully electric SUVs that will hit the market in 2024.  Two more will follow by 2025.  The dynamic duo just introduced include the spiffy and speedy Wagoneer S and an all-electric Wrangler-like vehicle called the Jeep Recon, which has a power sliding glass top that features the most glass of any Jeep production model.  The vehicle also has removable doors.  By 2030, half of all Jeep sales in the US and 100% in Europe will be electric. Previously, Jeep had been focusing on the development of hybrid models.  Speedy and Zero Emissions For the Grand Wagoneer S, Jeep is targeting 400 miles range on a charge, 600 hp and acceleration from 0 to 60 mph in 3.5 seconds.  Jeep h

  Bob Has Off-Road Power and Looks                                             Source:  Jeep's Bob Jeep Bob Concept At its 2022 Jeep Easter Safari event, Jeep introduced a concept, off-road vehicle that has power and off-roading good looks .  They call it the Jeep Bob Concept or Bob for short.  The vehicle is diesel powered and is said to be able to climb just about any incline or rock challenge in the off-road environment.  Using the Jeep Gladiator Rubicon as a base, Jeep designers cut off a foot in length, removed the doors and added a canvas roof over the top of the protective roll cage to maximize the vehicle performance off-road.  They positioned the vehicle on a set of 40-inch off-roading tires, gave it a 3-inch lift, steel bumpers, a vented carbon hood, big LED fog lights and a great paint job.  This vehicle is winning great automotive reviews for its looks, power and ruggedness, even though it is not electric. Tech Specs Bob is powered by a 3.0-liter turbocharged Eco-Diesel

  Bob Has Off-Road Power and Looks                                             Source:  Jeep's Bob Jeep Bob Concept At its 2022 Jeep Easter Safari event, Jeep introduced a concept, off-road vehicle that has power and off-roading good looks .  They call it the Jeep Bob Concept or Bob for short.  The vehicle is diesel powered and is said to be able to climb just about any incline or rock challenge in the off-road environment.  Using the Jeep Gladiator Rubicon as a base, Jeep designers cut off a foot in length, removed the doors and added a canvas roof over the top of the protective roll cage to maximize the vehicle performance off-road.  They positioned the vehicle on a set of 40-inch off-roading tires, gave it a 3-inch lift, steel bumpers, a vented carbon hood, big LED fog lights and a great paint job.  This vehicle is winning great automotive reviews for its looks, power and ruggedness, even though it is not electric. Tech Specs Bob is powered by a 3.0-liter turbocharged Eco-Diesel

  Off-Roader Goes From 0 to 60 mph in only 2 seconds                                                  Source:  Jeep Very High-Powered Electric Powertrain Jeep has performed a highly impactful redesign of its all-electric Wrangler Magneto concept.  There is an updated, high-performance powertrain that Jeep calls an "electronic nitrous oxide" launch control system that can rocket the EV from a standstill position to 60 mph in 2 seconds.  It's quite the electrified car. Some automotive experts say it drives more like a high-performance sports car than an off-road vehicle.  It is getting many rave reviews. Tech Specs The Magneto 2.0 has an all-electric drivetrain powered by an 800-volt battery pack system. It has a customized axial flux electric motor that can generate 625 hp and 850 foot-pounds of torque, providing it with lots of off-road power.  The vehicle is all-wheel drive and has 6-speed manual transmission. The tires are huge. The 20-inchwheels are surrounded with 40-

  Off-Roader Goes From 0 to 60 mph in only 2 seconds                                                  Source:  Jeep Very High-Powered Electric Powertrain Jeep has performed a highly impactful redesign of its all-electric Wrangler Magneto concept.  There is an updated, high-performance powertrain that Jeep calls an "electronic nitrous oxide" launch control system that can rocket the EV from a standstill position to 60 mph in 2 seconds.  It's quite the electrified car. Some automotive experts say it drives more like a high-performance sports car than an off-road vehicle.  It is getting many rave reviews. Tech Specs The Magneto 2.0 has an all-electric drivetrain powered by an 800-volt battery pack system. It has a customized axial flux electric motor that can generate 625 hp and 850 foot-pounds of torque, providing it with lots of off-road power.  The vehicle is all-wheel drive and has 6-speed manual transmission. The tires are huge. The 20-inchwheels are surrounded with 40-

  Mystery Vehicles to be Unveiled at the Upcoming Jeep Easter Safari                                             Source:  Jeep Vehicles For Some of the Toughest Trails in the World Jeep is revealing teaser images of what appear to be exciting new and powerful off-road concept vehicles.  The concepts will be fully revealed at Jeep's annual Easter Safari off-roading extravaganza in Moab, Utah.  The key concept model in the top image is a hybrid-electric plug-in off-roading vehicle with what Jeep says are tons of extras, a roof rack and 4xe hybrid power.  Jeep says it will provide "open air freedom on some of the toughest trails in the world". Features and Initial Tech Specs The concept has Jeep front and back half doors.  Jeep says that it has the latest customizations from Mopar and Jeep Performance Parts, 4x4 capability and "class exclusive, off-road 4xe plugin hybrid power.  As a frame of reference, the Wrangler 4xe off-road has a range of 370 miles, a 2.0l turbo-ch

Mystery Vehicles to be Unveiled at the Upcoming Jeep Easter Safari                                             Source:  Jeep Jeep's New Off-Road Concept Vehicles  Jeep is revealing teaser images of what appear to be exciting new and powerful off-road concept vehicles.  The concepts will be fully revealed at Jeep's annual Easter Safari off-roading extravaganza in Moab, Utah.  The key concept model in the top image is a hybrid-electric plug-in off-roading vehicle with what Jeep says are tons of extras, a roof rack and 4xe hybrid power.  Jeep says it will provide "open air freedom on some of the toughest trails in the world". Features and Initial Tech Specs The concept has Jeep front and back half doors.  Jeep says that it has the latest customizations from Mopar and Jeep Performance Parts, 4x4 capability and "class exclusive, off-road 4xe plugin hybrid power.  As a frame of reference, the Wrangler 4xe off-road has a range of 370 miles, a 2.0l turbo-charged, four-cy