Jeep® Wrangler Named SEMA's 'Hottest
4x4-SUV' for Fourth Consecutive Year; Mopar Announces New Jeep
Performance Parts and Accessories
Jeep®Wrangler recognized as 'Hottest 4x4-SUV' for fourth consecutive year at SEMA
Mopar performance parts and accessories for the Jeep Wrangler added to the catalog of more than 300 already available
The Jeep® Wrangler was recognized as the "Hottest 4x4-SUV" for a
fourth consecutive year at the 2013 Specialty Equipment Market
Association (SEMA) trade show in Las Vegas.
The SEMA Award recognizes vehicle models that specialty equipment
manufacturers believe are the best platforms for accessorization and
that showcase the year's coolest products.
SEMA President and CEO, Chris Kersting, presented the award to Pietro Gorlier, President and CEO of Mopar, Chrysler Group LLC's service, parts and customer-care brand, at the Las Vegas Convention Center."Consumers are increasingly interested in customizing vehicles, so
having an accessory-friendly platform is important," said Kersting.
"The Jeep Wrangler has consistently ranked Number One as the Hottest
4x4-SUV since the inception of the SEMA Award, a clear reflection of its
versatility.""It's amazing to have the Jeep Wrangler recognized for a fourth
straight year by SEMA with this award," Gorlier said. "The Wrangler is
our most accessorized vehicle and to see it consistently winning
accolades is a demonstration of the quality of the vehicle and the work
that Mopar has put in to develop accessories and quality Jeep
Performance Parts.
Enthusiasts will be happy to know we have just added
new offerings to our more than 300 performance parts and accessories
already available for this vehicle to provide even more options for
customization. "Mopar and Jeep recently created Jeep Performance Parts as a portfolio
of high-end, hard-core Jeep parts including axles, lift kits, bumpers,
winches, skid plates, and suspension components. These performance parts
will offer factory-engineered solutions to increase off-road
performance.The following are the newest Mopar parts and accessories available for the Jeep Wrangler:
2014 Jeep Wrangler Trail Rated Kit: Strap it up and tow it along with this Trail Rated kit, which
includes a durable, high-quality tow strap and two heavy-duty D-rings. A
pair of gloves is included for protection and the kit is transported in
an attractive Jeep carrying bag.
Front Axles: Engineered to exact specifications to bolt into
any Jeep Wrangler from 2007 to 2014, these production front-axle
assemblies come completely assembled and provide the next level of
off-road performance. The Dana 44 axles include a 4:10 ratio, 5 x 5-inch
bolt pattern and an electric locker with an available wiring kit.
Rear Axles: Engineered to exact specifications to bolt into
any Jeep Wrangler from 2007 to 2014, these production rear-axle
assemblies come completely assembled and provide the next level of
off-road performance. The Dana 44 axles include a 4:10 ratio, 5 x 5-inch
bolt pattern and an electric locker with an available wiring kit.
Hardtop Headliner: Three years of development and testing
were involved in creating this kit. The high-density foam-backed
non-woven fabric serves a triple purpose, enhancing the appearance of
the hardtop, boosting the efficiency of the Wrangler's HVAC system and
providing a quieter ride environment. Available for models 2007 and
newer.
Black Grille: Juice up the Jeep Wrangler with personalized
style by customizing it with a satin black grille. This Mopar accessory
is a direct, easy replacement to the production body-color grille, and
also features the hood seal and a matching black Jeep badge.
Side Visor: Sunshine is a delight — up until it becomes a
distraction. The fold-down Mopar side visor for the Jeep Wrangler is a
low-cost, easy-to-install defense that blocks sidelong sunlight glare
that can pull attention away from the road or trail.
2014 Jeep Wrangler
The iconic Jeep
Wrangler – the most capable and recognized vehicle in the world –
kicks off the new model year with new features such as a new Trail Rated
Kit featuring two D-rings, a tow strap, gloves and a bag to store the
items. Clear park lamps and turn signal indicators replace the amber
units, and Sport models can now be equipped with the Uconnect 6.5-inch
touchscreen radio with hard drive storage and SiriusXM Radio. Sport
models also have an available 32-inch Tire and Wheel Group featuring
semi-gloss black 17-inch Rubicon aluminum wheels and BF Goodrich KM
LT255/75R17 off-road tires.
Chrysler Group's 3.6-liter Pentastar V-6 engine – two-time winner of the prestigious Ward's 10 Best Engines award – delivers
285 horsepower and 260 lb.-ft. of torque and up to 21 miles per gallon.
It is engineered to provide a broad torque band with a focus on low-end
torque, an essential trait needed for extreme off-roading. Engineers
also designed the oil sump to provide oil to the pump even at extreme
vehicle angles, and the alternator was placed up high so Wrangler can
maintain its water-fording capability.
The 2014 Jeep Wrangler delivers unmatched off-road capability with
legendary four-wheel drive and is produced with more than seven decades
of 4x4 engineering experience. Wrangler continues to offer a
body-on-frame design, front and rear five-link suspension system, live
axles, electronic lockers, and is one of the few mid-size SUVs that
offer a six-speed manual transmission – in addition to its five-speed
automatic transmission.
Jeep Brand
Built on more than 70 years of legendary
heritage, Jeep is the authentic SUV with class-leading capability,
craftsmanship and versatility for people who seek extraordinary
journeys. The Jeep brand delivers an open invitation to live life to the
fullest by offering a full line of vehicles that continue to provide
owners with a sense of security to handle any journey with confidence.
The Jeep vehicle lineup consists of the Cherokee, Compass, Grand
Cherokee, Patriot, Wrangler and Wrangler Unlimited. To meet consumer
demand around the world, all Jeep models sold outside North America
are available in both left and right-hand drive configurations and with
gasoline and diesel powertrain options. Chrysler Group LLC products are
available in more than 150 countries around the world.
Mopar Brand
Mopar is
Chrysler Group LLC's service, parts and customer-care brand and
distributes 280,000 parts and accessories. With the creation of the
industrial alliance between Chrysler Group and Fiat S.p.A., Mopar is
extending its global reach, integrating service, parts and customer-care
operations in order to enhance dealer and customer support worldwide.
Mopar's global portfolio includes more than 500,000 parts and
accessories that are distributed in more than 130 markets. Mopar is the
source for genuine parts and accessories for Chrysler Group brands as
well as Fiat brands.
Mopar parts are unique in that they are engineered with the same
teams that create factory-authorized vehicle specifications for Chrysler
Group and Fiat vehicles – a direct connection that no other aftermarket
parts company can provide. A complete list of Mopar accessories and
performance parts is available at www.mopar.com.
Mopar-first Features
Mopar has introduced numerous industry-first features including:
Vehicle-information apps: first to introduce smartphone vehicle-information applications, a new channel of communication with customers
Electronic owner manuals: first to introduce traditional
owner manuals in a DVD and brief user-guide format. First to offer
complete vehicle-information kits in Spanish
Wi-Fi: first to offer customers the ability to make their vehicle a wireless hot spot
Wireless charging: first to introduce in-vehicle wireless charging for portable devices
Electronic Vehicle Tracking System (EVTS): first to market
with interactive vehicle tracking device that sends owner a text when
vehicle is driven too fast or too far based on pre-set parameters
wiAdvisor: first to provide factory-connected tablet technology in the service lane for instant vehicle diagnosis
wiTech: first to support vehicle diagnosis and software
updates leveraging off-the-shelf personal computers and a dedicated
wireless tool network
2011 Mopar Challenger Drag Pak: first to introduce a 500-plus cubic-inch V-10 drag-race package car
More than 75 Years of Mopar
Mopar (a simple contraction
of the words Motor and PARts) was trademarked for antifreeze product in
1937. The Mopar brand made its mark in the 1960s – the muscle-car era.
The former Chrysler Corporation built race-ready Dodge and Plymouth
"package cars" equipped with special high-performance parts. Mopar
carried a line of "special parts" for super-stock drag racers and
developed its racing parts division called Mopar Performance Parts to
enhance speed and handling for both road and racing use. The brand has
expanded to include technical service and customer support.
About SEMA and the SEMA Show
The SEMA Show is a
trade show produced by the Specialty Equipment Market Association
(SEMA), a nonprofit trade association founded in 1963. Since the first
SEMA Show debuted in 1967, the annual event has served as the leading
venue bringing together manufacturers and buyers within the automotive
specialty equipment industry. Products featured at the SEMA Show include
those that enhance the styling, functionality, comfort, convenience and
safety of cars and trucks. Additional details are available at www.SEMAShow.com or www.sema.org, 909/396-0289.
SOURCE Chrysler Group LLC