The 2026 Jeep Wrangler Moab 392 will be approximately $20,000 cheaper than the 2025 Rubicon, dropping from around $102,000 to make the V8-powered model more accessible, as Jeep aims to increase sales and reduce prices across its range.
The author drove his 200,000-mile Jeep Wrangler to SEMA after receiving a full XPEL Paint Protection Film application, encountering car troubles along the way. At the event, he learned about XPEL's products, including Solar Window Film and protective film for bikes, and received a lesson in applying Paint Protection Film from an expert. He also experienced PPF's self-healing properties and attended an XPEL party for dealers and guests, before driving home with plans to put the PPF to the test during off-roading adventures.
The skilled team at Grind Hard Plumbing Co. transformed a Mini Cooper into a micro monster truck by placing its body on a Jeep Wrangler frame with a Jeep four-cylinder engine. They reworked the drivetrain, suspension, and various systems to make it functional for off-road adventures. The Mini now sits on 46-inch tires, providing great articulation and all-paw traction. Although it lacks difflocks for rock crawling, it can handle big obstacles. Some fine-tuning is still needed, but overall, it's a capable and impressive micro monster truck.
The 2024 Toyota Land Cruiser, with a starting price in the mid-$50,000 range, is set to compete against the Ford Bronco, Jeep Wrangler, and Land Rover Defender in the off-road SUV segment. While the Land Cruiser offers impressive specifications such as ground clearance and towing capacity, its rivals also have their own strengths. The Land Cruiser's turbocharged 2.4-liter inline-four hybrid engine produces 326 horsepower and 465 pound-feet of torque, and it comes with off-road features like hill descent control and low-speed crawl control. However, the Bronco, Wrangler, and Defender offer their own unique off-road capabilities and features. Ultimately, the winner in this segment will be determined by real-world performance and individual preferences.
The Jeep Wrangler, once known for its off-road capabilities, has transformed into a luxury SUV with modern features such as power adjustable seats, advanced safety features, and touchscreen displays. The high prices of the Wrangler have not deterred buyers, with corporate executives and wealthy families now purchasing the vehicle. The off-road focused Rubicon model accounts for nearly 25% of Wrangler sales in the U.S. and the vehicle has few incentives. Despite its faults, Americans overlook them for the unique experience of owning a Wrangler.
Ford has launched a new Bronco Trail App that provides directions to over 18,000 miles of off-pavement trails in the US, Canada, and Mexico. The app is free to use for Bronco owners and displays maps through the Bronco's infotainment system display. The app includes 1,200 different trails that have been professionally curated, and provides details including their length and difficulty. The app also allows users to drop their own pins for future reference, and the maps can be downloaded for offline use. The app is the latest salvo in the escalating Ford Bronco v Jeep Wrangler battle.