They're clearly not filing suit over the entire vehicle but FCA might find a few things to nitpick. Auto manufacturers manage to get patents for the smallest of things.
Jeep Gladiator Top Dog overland concept
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USStrongman
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The idea of concepts is to stretch the imagination of the engineers and designers with new and emerging technologies in a way that makes the consumer take notice and ask questions. To me, this is a proper concept. I would be Consumer #1 if this or a variant of this were to hit the market.
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Yes, yes, I know, I've had this conversation with people on the internet before, and I'm not going to even try to convince you that the features that make the new Bronco marketable are only found on one other vehicle on the market. It always devolves into a bunch of denial and "nuh-uhs" so ok.
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I would generally agree with you that is a proper concept vehicle.
However since they are assembling a vehicle for the annual "bolt shit on showcase" commonly referred to as the SEMA (specialty equipment manufacturer association) show, it makes sense that they would bolt on a bunch of shit from specialty equipment manufacturers.
Kind of like wearing a Cubs jersey to a Cubs game I suppose.
DevilDodge
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I have been trying to figure out what the bicker point is.
As @bgenlvtex said this is a SEMA vehicle.
The point of it is to show you what is available for the Jeep Gladiator in the Specialty equipment marketplace.
I was really getting frustrated that I even posted it.
But...now I can stop wondering.
Complete misunderstandings.
As @bgenlvtex said this is a SEMA vehicle.
The point of it is to show you what is available for the Jeep Gladiator in the Specialty equipment marketplace.
I was really getting frustrated that I even posted it.
But...now I can stop wondering.
Complete misunderstandings.
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Can I get some of what you're smoking? As stated above that's one hell of a stretch. What do they have in common? Removable top?...........kind of like the old Bronco? It even looks similar enough to an old Bronco. I guess you can take the removable door think against them but Jeep doesnt have the only removable door vehicle ever.
Even as a multiple Jeep owner and lover I can't see FCA ever being able to sue Ford for the Bronco. I mean that's on the level of Harley trying to patent their engine noises.
The Bronco brings needed competition to the market.
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I'd love such a truck. In a year, the parking lot at work would be full of them.
no no no, FCA listens and knows what the people want and it's just a 392 V8. Nothing desperate about that move at all.
I say it everywhere as someone who has no brand loyalty and has owned all three, I hope Ford eats Jeep and Toyota's lunch on this one. Both need a serious reality check and hopefully, Ford will show you can make something that can play all day and still clean up nice for dinner.
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FCA is simply trying to pull the steam from the Bronco hype train with these concepts, and obviously the hemi wrangler.
The PCOR box is cool, just like all the Aussie Land Cruisers.
I love the concept vehicles, especially the Kaiser, but I'm also getting really tired of these "never gonna happen" prototypes that they just tease a "maybe if we get interest" thing. They are just promo to squeeze more out sales. I love them, fun to look at, but getting frustrating.
For example, just make the Kaiser body already!
Really, they should be spending their money on a better standard motor than the V6. That's the only real downfall of the Wrangler.
Gladiator needs a extended cab version w/ tire on the side- like the original concept...
The PCOR box is cool, just like all the Aussie Land Cruisers.
I love the concept vehicles, especially the Kaiser, but I'm also getting really tired of these "never gonna happen" prototypes that they just tease a "maybe if we get interest" thing. They are just promo to squeeze more out sales. I love them, fun to look at, but getting frustrating.
For example, just make the Kaiser body already!
Really, they should be spending their money on a better standard motor than the V6. That's the only real downfall of the Wrangler.
Gladiator needs a extended cab version w/ tire on the side- like the original concept...
Wallygator
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Built for the "ultimate mountain biker" but the bikes are 10' off the ground....
We're just salty because Ford is doing everything Jeep owners have wanted for years (minus the SFA) whereas FCA's solution is fuck it, put a Hemi in it.
Also it's peak pettiness on FCA's part which makes it that much worse. It's like that selfish cousin making a scene at a wedding because the bride is getting all the attention.
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Once the hype dies down and the Broncos get on the road and trail, I think there will be plenty of room for both.
The Bronco will force FCA to up their game with the Wrangler and not be so lazy by just offering trim packages.
Honestly, I think the Bronco will steal plenty of sales from Toyota 4Runner, Tacoma besides Wrangler.
Maybe i'm wrong, but I suspect it's going to have more cross- market appeal than simply the Wrangler buyer.
The SFA is a valuable core feature, and probably non-negotiable for many of the Rubicon buyers and the Wrangler still has that old school, exposed fender design that is so iconic.
The Bronco will force FCA to up their game with the Wrangler and not be so lazy by just offering trim packages.
Honestly, I think the Bronco will steal plenty of sales from Toyota 4Runner, Tacoma besides Wrangler.
Maybe i'm wrong, but I suspect it's going to have more cross- market appeal than simply the Wrangler buyer.
The SFA is a valuable core feature, and probably non-negotiable for many of the Rubicon buyers and the Wrangler still has that old school, exposed fender design that is so iconic.
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One of my biggest problems with Jeep/FCA right now.
Instead of being like "hey maybe we should offer some off road goodies in the base models? Like maybe lockers at least?"
They were like "nah we'll tease this Hemi powered Wrangler that should do the trick".
MidOH
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Put locked Rubicon axles under every single Wrangler and Gladiator. That would get peoples attention.
Add a reliable V6 or V8. Triple check QC if you have to. No killer power or anything, just absurd reliability. There is no excuse for engine failures under 300,000 miles.
Manual Trans. Ford missed the mark, Sasquatch is an auto Trans (for now).
Add a reliable V6 or V8. Triple check QC if you have to. No killer power or anything, just absurd reliability. There is no excuse for engine failures under 300,000 miles.
Manual Trans. Ford missed the mark, Sasquatch is an auto Trans (for now).
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madcratebuilder
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All I can say is Fix It Again Tony.
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