History of Jeep

1940 - the real glory of the jeep gave the American company Willys. It is a model of wartime - an army jeep - allows Willys ranked among the great car companies. Among the other 135 American firms the company participated in the competition to build all-terrain reconnaissance for the U.S. Army. The choice fell on the options for off-road vehicles Willys and Ford. Each firm received an order for 1500 cars, delivery of which began in early 1941. 1941 - U.S. government decided to leave armed with only a car model Willys MA, but have been modernized in the light of test results and the need for uniformity among different firms. 1942 - mass production of automobiles under the brand Willys MB and Ford GPW. Cars of the two companies were virtually indistinguishable from each other. On them was a standard motor from Willys 77 and a three-stage gear box. ATV could accommodate four people, weighed a little more than a ton and speeds up to 105 km / h. All in all those years, Willys produced more than 360,000 SUVs, most of whom entered the Red Army. Ford made a little less - about 270 thousand cars. End of 40's - early 50-ies. - All the developments of the company were in line with the popularity of the former army jeep, the company has brought unprecedented success and worldwide fame. Demand for all-wheel drive products fell, but the company has been unable to stop or to create something radically new. Her numerous post-war cargo and recreational vehicles (under the symbol CJ - civilian jeep. Civilian jeep) number of civilians only because they have not been painted in the color "hacks". By early 60-ies the company jeep stopped production of "SUV", but it was continued by other firms. 1963 - Concern American Motors in the United States began producing cars cross-country, also called the jeep. Served as a prototype of their army vehicles Willys and Ford, which were issued during the Second World War. 1970 - Company Kaiser Jeep, which became the successor firm Willis, joined the group American Motors. 1987 - American Motors Company with its famous department Jeep joined the concern Chrysler, which began producing SUVs under the brand name Jeep. 1997 - the beginning of the release of Modern (sixth) generation model Wrangler. In his most recent modifications Wrangler has become much more comfortable. New Jeep got rid of all its springs and received in return spring suspension Quadra-Coil. The face of the machine became softer, and it has quietly excessive aggressiveness previous model. The new Wrangler is waterproof, like a good watch. 1998 - Presentation of a new generation of model Grand Cherokee. But only an expert eye to distinguish it from its predecessor. 1999 - the beginning of the release of the current generation Cherokee with a V-shaped 6-and 8-cylinder engine working volume of 5.2 liters. 2000 - Jeep Commander 2 is a novelty, not only because of the design, but also because of the new fuel system. It combines a battery and gas equipment, which makes the system efficient and environmentally friendly. Commander 2 drives the electricity generated by fuel cells. The machine has two induction motor AC, one for each axis that provides a constant drive to all four wheels. Battery also absorbs the energy released during braking, providing even better fuel economy. To compensate for the extra weight created by fuel cells, designers at Jeep created a car body made from durable plastic, using unique technology. Because of this, the car weighs 2300 kg - almost 1000 of them give the fuel cell. In-dash mounted another unique design - a small camera showing the driver. If the person stealing the offender will be automatically sent to law enforcement. 2001 - currently popular in America and most European countries SUV offered with a completely new engine, V8. volume of 4.7 liters, 235 hp power This engine comes with a 5-speed automatic transmission. It is very comfortable and even luxurious, 5-door, 5-passenger all-wheel drive vehicle. The new Grand Cherokee is equipped with an interesting system, Quadra-Drive: if one wheel is stalled - it is suspended, and the thrust is transmitted to others who have not lost their grip. This system is completely mechanical and requires no driver intervention. Another very interesting system: the minicomputer Vehicle Information Center with the system HomeLink ®, which can be used to control garage doors, and even home security system. Minicomputer can communicate with you for 5 languages ??available to him and can carry extras. He locks all the doors at a speed exceeding 15 miles per hour, and unlocks them when you stop (or when the driver's door is open). He remembers all the settings of mirrors, the driver's seat, radio settings for multiple drivers. Can let the lights of your car for some time, so you can reach the threshold of the house. Remember your preferences, may remind you of the need to visit the maintenance station to report ending fuel, is able to push back the driver's seat when the key is removed from the ignition. Completely renovated car - one of the best all-wheel drive vehicles, besides having the extraordinary dynamics. "Jeep". This name has become synonymous with the marking of road vehicles. In this case, not everyone knows that "Jeep" - is also a brand name company, over 60 years producing SUVs. The roots of the history of Jeep? And go deep into the past. In early 1938, the leadership of the Armed Forces of the United States recognized the need for a mobile vehicle, which would serve as a substitute for a traditional motorcycle with a sidecar. By 22 December 1939 the company's management "Willys-Overland" prepared the first drafts of the original concept, which would soon become known to the world under the name "Jeep". The machine was supposed to be light, agile and powerful. After the war, "Willys-Overland" decided to adjust their offspring to perform certain civic functions. Was prepared by the party machines. Called it simply - «CJ» (an abbreviation of the Civilian Jeep - «Civilian Jeep"). These prototypes served as the basis for creating a production model, which went on sale in August 1945. True, apparently the whole "citizenship" is to have a Tilt Up tailgate, wipers, and fuel tank cap on the rear wing. On the hood, rear door and window frame had to be a logo "Jeep". However, in the first few years of production, the company has conducted trials with the American Bantam Car "on the right use of the name" Jeep ", the machine had to make with the name" Willis ". But already in 1950, the company has achieved to establish itself as the name, and June 13, 1950 "Jeep" was registered as a trademark. In 1946, "Willis" was the first in the automotive industry, who offered a kind of vehicle for civilian use. Car had rear-wheel drive and could accommodate a up to seven people. Speed ??indicators, however, did not shine - 100 km / h, but this is not important. Main - cross-country! And here is presented in the 1949 four-wheel drive version, in fact, a "grandfather" of modern "Jeep Grand Cherokee. And this is a dynasty. Further development of the topic occurred in the model «Station Vegon, in a multi-jeep, which is issued from 1951 to 1963. Its foundation and has served as the external features of the prototype of the first "Vegonira, who in turn laid the foundation for our hero. In 1953, the company received a new name - "Willys Motors. Fortunately, the separation of "Jeep" remained in the new company. Go to a jeep moved away only the production of passenger cars. 60's were perhaps the most important in the history of "Jeep": it is the time to shape the market off-road vehicles (SUV). Back in the mid 50's the company began actively researching and developing new projects with the wheel formula cars 4-4. The first fruits of the program gave the fall of 1962, when there was a completely new "Jeep Vegonir (wagon), is fundamentally different from the earlier manufactured. Model refers to the J-series and was equipped with a complete and partial actuator. In 1954 was born on the fifth version of "civilian jeep» - «CJ5». This all-wheel drive car has been so successful that it stayed on the line, changing, however, engines, suspension and transmission, until 1983. By the way, a series of "civilian jeeps» - «CJ» - still stuck in 1949, the name "Universal" ("Universal") 2/4-dverny "Vegonir with 2.79-meter wheelbase was the first cargo-passenger car with automatic transmission, design and comfort of a passenger car in which the complementary off-road performance. The combination of all-wheel drive with automatic transmission was used in the industry for the first time. In addition, the engine "Vegonira" - "Tornado" - is the only American power unit with overhead camshafts. Six months after the launch of the new J-series of "Willys-Overland" came to an end. But not in the literal sense. Just in March 1963 "Willys Motors was renamed the Kaiser Jeep Corporation. Changes, fortunately, without slowing the expansion of the range. In turn, "Vegonir" in the same year received more "horses" in the form of a 250-strong V6 «Vigilante." In December 1965, dealers are "Jeep" put in my car's interior, which for 11 months, attracted public attention to the nine U.S. stores - "Super-Vegonir. It represents a new, unique approach to estate market ... machines created for customers who increasingly understand the benefits of AWD. Being an elegant appearance, the car offers traditional for the J-family characteristics vseprohodimosti. After two years on this series of Jeep began to install automatic transmission "Gidromatik. In the late 60's engineers have created a regular series engine "Dontles, now with 8 cylinders. It was decided to put on a series of J, to which he belonged "Vegonir" and "Super-Vegonir. Entry into a new "ten-year" marked for "Jeep" another change of ownership. February 5, 1970 "American Motors Corporation (AMC) bought Kaiser Jeep Corporation for $ 70 million. Again, change of owners has not only improved, and before the good market position. For the "Jeep-Vegonira" AMC offered the largest in the history of all-wheel drive station wagon - V6 with a single camshaft. Options were also the first time in world practice, V8 of its own production. In 1973, "Vegonir" has undergone several technical improvements. His new transmission Quadro Truck "was the first fully automated system for permanent four-wheel drive vehicles (with limited slip differential). The following year, took the birth of a new name - "Cherokee". Beginner joined the J-series as a 2-door model. By the 200 th anniversary of America in 1976, "Jeep" has released the seventh generation "civilian jeep» - «CJ7». By 1977, the company has prepared and 4-door version, along with a standard V6. And although the "Jeep Cherokee" at birth resembled more luxurious "Vegonir, later it was he who was the most popular car in the history of Jeep Motors. In 1978 he launched a limited edition "Vegonira" - changed "Limited" (with leather interior, radio and the mass of chromium). In connection with the energy crisis that began in 1979, the release of large pickups "Gladiator" and touring "Vegoner" plummeted. But a series of civilian Jeeps «CJ» went like hot cakes. In 1984 the company has launched new versions of 2/4-dvernogo "Cherokee" and a 4-door "Vegonera", which was 53.3 inches shorter, 15 cm is 10 cm shorter and 453 kg lighter than its predecessor first introduced in 1963. "Cherokee" was the only car in the compact class, who had four doors and two-wheel drive system - CommandTrac and SelectTrac. In the competition to ensure that "get" "Jeep" in this segment, it took six years. The success of the "Jeep", and in particular the "Cherokee" was not fleeting. The car was named best SUV in 1984. Buyers of the growing off-road segment now, but the characteristic features of the car 4-4 - permeability, durability, reliability - were needed the comfort and functionality, were associated primarily with passenger cars. The answer is "Jeep" to the market demands followed. In the spring of 1986 came to light "Wrangler." Mechanical filling in "wrangler" was more like "Cherokee" than «CJ7». Along with features such as comfort, appearance priklekatelnaya, "Wrangler" offers traditional dignity of the family "Jeep" - endurance, and unmatched ability to ride on the road. August 5, 1987, American Motors Corporation, steadfastly maintained over decades of blows, finally surrendered to the mercy of government: it declared bankruptcy. All the property was sold. "Jeep" acquired corporation "Chrysler." "Jeep" came in the 90 fully armed. March 22, 1990 was one-millionth SUV series «XJ» - a bright red "Cherokee Limited. In the seven years of production, "Cherokee" not only became the embodiment of exemplary off-road vehicle, but also the most popular model Corporation Chrysler in Europe. To commemorate the 50 th anniversary of "Jeep" Chrysler has released a new version of "Cherokee" with 190-horsepower 4-liter engine PowerTechSix machines, which would become the new ideal SUV. Real name of this machine, they decided the company will be the Grand Cherokee, and car buyers will be wealthy people, an association which the high level of safety, comfort and prestige that came down to a respectable vehicles imported from abroad. In other words, "Jeep" has decided to bring in strict and, in general, a simple touch of the luxury SUV world, to bring to its products not only to farmers of the Wild West, but the wealthy. Official presentation of the car was on Jan. 7, 1992 at the Detroit Motor Show. 1996 model year Grand Cherokee has been significantly improved in terms of engine, chassis and electronic systems and interior. Inside the cabin the most significant changes have occurred in the dashboard. All switches and buttons are located in the immediate vicinity of the driver, the interior has improved ergonomics. Successfully coped with the "Grand Cherokee" design team "Jeep" took hold of the "Wrangler" - a descendant nice jeep, from which started the history of the company. Engineers had to create a second generation of the Jeep-Wrangler. By that time, "Wrangler" without significant changes going for nearly nine years and held 50% market share of compact SUVs. Despite such an impressive position of the car and the fact that 1994 was a record number of units sold "Wrangler," the company had to think about. Opponents understood the perspective of the market and attacked it with new variety of models. The purpose of the successor to the "wrangler" was staged the same as before the new "Grand Cherokee" - to set new standards in off-road world. However, circumstances and conditions for creating a "Jeep" had been different. "Wrangler" is a direct descendant of the original model jeep from World War II and was considered the world a kind of American icon. Machine on the market was unique and represented the quintessence of the traditions of the company (jeepness - «dzhipost" as Americans call it). Successor was not only to preserve their "dzhipost, not only remain an icon of American" vnedorozhnikostroeniya, but also raise the tradition to a new level. But one should have to remain unchanged - the name "Wrangler." "Wrangler" - a synonym of "cowboy". "Jeep" - one of the most famous worldwide brands of cars. In some languages, such as in Russian, the brand name has become synonymous with the designation-country vehicles. Currently "Jeep" sells its vehicles in more than one hundred countries. For example, in Europe, "Jeep" is selling today its three models - Wrangler, Cherokee and Grand Cherokee. The share of the latter two account for 18% of European market off-road vehicles. http://jeep.musa-motors-kmv.ru