Being based on the iconic Jeep Wrangler, the Jeep Gladiator pickup has serious off-road capability. But the truck’s Wrangler roots don’t just allow it to rock-crawl. It also makes it easier for Jeep to introduce new options. If the Wrangler can have it, the Gladiator most likely can, too. For example, the Gladiator diesel option …
The Ram 1500 Classic may be based on an older version of the current Ram 1500, but it still enjoys a healthy popularity. Even with a more affordable base cost, trim options like the Warlock Mojave Sand package mean customers shouldn’t feel cheapened out. Ram has actually extended the truck’s production to meet demand. But …
Part of the Jeep Gladiator’s and Wrangler’s appeal is the ability to drop the doors and roof to let the sun and wind in. There’s plenty of both at the Miami Auto Show. To commemorate the city, and its famous ‘305’ area code, Jeep is bringing something special to the show. It’s a special, Miami-themed, …
If you want to be assured of the best resale value for your next truck purchase look at the stats for a five-year period. You may be surprised at which pickup trucks actually do the best after five years. Vehicles depreciate right at 50% over five years. That’s the price of owning a new car …
Today we learned that Fiat-Chrysler (FCA) is in talks yet again about a merger with PSA Group of France. PSA is the parent company of Peugeot, which has already announced its return to the US in 2022. It hasn’t sold cars here since the 1980s. But the question is can FCA continue to survive with …
The Jeep Wrangler and Ford F-150 Raptor represent opposite ends of the off-roading spectrum. The Jeep is a rock-crawling explorer as modifiable as a box of Legos. The Raptor takes its cues from high-speed Baja desert racers and Trophy Trucks. When it comes to performance, you’d think the F-150 Raptor could easily take the Wrangler. …
Pickup truck popularity in the overlanding community is no accident. Truck bed campers allow owners to pack their belongings neatly away, and not deal with the hassle of unpacking and setting up a tent. Ford has already announced several camper-equipped trucks the automaker will show off at SEMA. Equipment manufacturers make sure they offer a …
Jeep’s Easter Safari to Moab is a pilgrimage of the true off-road faithful. To reward and celebrate this devotion, Jeep often makes special concepts that crawl rocks with the best of them. Some of these are true one-offs, whereas others show off Jeep and Mopar performance parts. This past year, the new Jeep Gladiator was …
Jeep has always been at the forefront of creating functional and fun vehicles. Better known for its SUVs and off-roading prowess, Jeep has come back with a unique vehicle from its humble beginnings. The 2020 Jeep Gladiator is a mid-sized pickup truck that looks almost like a Wrangler with a truck bed. And as no …
Last week, we covered news that the Jeep Wrangler would be getting a diesel engine option. At the time, we could only speculate if the Gladiator pickup would get one, too. But now, we’ve got new info. And it looks like Jeep’s product planners are speaking our language. Because all signs point to the imminent …
As Hagerty Insurance is in the biz of insuring classic and collectible cars it asked its constituents which pickups they thought were the best-looking of all time. A surprising number responded, and the results were recently released. So this is the list of the seven best pickup designs as determined by enthusiasts just like you, …
While pickup truck prices as a whole have been on the rise, popular models like the Jeep Gladiator can be particularly expensive. The base Gladiator Sport’s MSRP of $33,545 is on the higher end of the mid-size truck segment. The range-topping Gladiator Rubicon is $10k more. And recent dealer markups can easily push stickers to …
Since the 2020 Jeep Gladiator truck held its first showing in November of 2018, it’s caught the attention of Jeep and truck fans alike. Advertised throughout the media by Jeep as 100% Jeep and 100% truck, Jeep’s 2020 Jeep Gladiator is a mid-size truck that’s built to face rugged terrains, muddy trails, and inclement weather. …