 2007 Wrangler Takes More Awards |
from a Chrysler Group press release
Chrysler Group's all-new 2007 Jeep(R) Wrangler Rubicon and Wrangler Unlimited have notched a trio of prestigious national awards within two weeks -- the latest recognition in Jeep Wrangler's 65-year storied history.
"These awards are a testament not only to the combination of rugged capability and refinement of the all-new 2007 Jeep Wrangler and Wrangler Unlimited, but also to the talent and dedication of the people who created them," said Mike Donoughe, Vice President, Body-on-frame Product Team, Chrysler Group. "We're very proud to have been recognized with not one, but three of the most prestigious awards in our business."
On Oct. 31, 4-Wheel & Off-Road magazine announced that the Jeep Wrangler Rubicon ranked tops among eight competitors for 4x4 of the Year, using a 1,000-mile test of each vehicle's suspension, engine, transmission and transfer case. Consideration was also given to style and creature comforts. 2007 marked the magazine's 25th annual evaluation for 4x4 of the Year. This was the 11th time that a Jeep vehicle has won the award.
On Nov. 1, Four Wheeler magazine named the Wrangler Rubicon winner of the Four Wheeler of the Year award for 2007, besting a field of seven new sport- utility vehicles. The week-long competition incorporated a 1,000-mile test drive on city streets, gravel roads, desert dunes and rocky trails at elevations ranging from sea level to 7,000 feet. Test criteria measured on- and off-road performance, interior refinements, safety features and exterior fit and finish. The magazine's Four Wheeler of the Year competition has been held annually since 1974.
This week, Popular Science magazine named the Jeep Wrangler Unlimited as one of only 10 automotive winners in the "Best of What's New" for 2007. Every year, Popular Science reviews thousands of new products and technologies, narrowing its focus to the 100 most impressive advancements in 10 categories, including gadgets, computing, engineering, recreation and automotive.
More information about the competitions and awards will be available in the February issues of 4-Wheel & Off-Road and Four Wheeler, and the December issue of Popular Science.
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| jerryjeep | Posted: 2006/11/12 10:55 Updated: 2006/11/12 10:55 |
Not too shy to talk   Joined: 2006/8/28 From: Southeast, Michigan Posts: 32 |
 Re: 2007 Wrangler Takes More AwardsGreat new for the 2007 Wrangler! Let's hope the folks at DCX appreciate these awards and take the opportunity to accelerate the engine and powertrain changes that will be required to sustain the Wrangler over its life cycle. The availability of the Diesel and a more powerful version of the V6 will overcome any shortcomings and criticism of the 2007 Wrangler. If the engine issues are addressed, DCX can expect to achieve continuing acclaim for the outstanding products being offered to the customer base of four wheel enthusiasts. The most important "Award" will be presented by the customers in the form of HIGH DEMAND and DELIGHT with the new Wrangler.
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