Monday, April 25, 2016

All Things Jeep: Off-Road Driving for Enthusiasts


Facts you should know about a Jeep

In Philippines, the jeep has its own local version known as a Jeepney which is mainly used for public transportation. They are highly decorated and are a quite affordable compared to other means of public transportation like taxis or buses. There’s also the owner type Jeepneys which are locally made.

2017 Jeep Wrangler-based “Scrambler” pick up

Chrysler has confirmed that an all new Wrangler-based pick up know as the “Scrambler” will hit the road as soon as 2017. If you are a jeep enthusiast you are probably on the lookout for the new toy.

The pros of owning a Jeep

a) You can customize and personalize it to get the look you want.
b) Its height gives it an advantage over other cars.
c) It is 4 × 4 and can handle any type of road.
d) It is easy to repair.
e) It appeals to people of all ages, the old and the young.
The cons of owning a Jeep
a) There is limited storage location for luggage or any other commodities.
b) Most are four-sweaters and it’s quite difficult getting to the back seat.
c) There is no lockable trunk/cargo area
The soft roof of a Jeep is known as a Soft Top. Jeep owners may prefer the Soft Top or the Hard Top depending on their tastes.

The appropriate tires for a Jeep

A tire that can be used for all terrains is recommended for the jeep as you will want an off-the road and on the road wheels. If you will use them mostly off-the road then you will need aggressive tire types. Note that these tire types are noisier and wear out easily.

All in all Jeeps are special vehicles. They are much more well- manufactured, solid and heavier than other vehicles. They are good to drive off-roads and on hilly tracks, a reason why they are preferred for military purposes. If you want to read an all things jeep forum come visit us at Jeephero.net.