Jeep Facts

Jeep is an auto manufacturer owned by Chrysler that produced the oldest sports utility vehicle on the market. The vehicle was first developed for the United States military and utilized by the United States Postal Service, which used the vehicle to deliver mail during much of the 20th century.

History

The first Jeep prototype, the Bantam BRC, was built for the United States Army in 1940. The first Jeep developed for the civilian market was offered in 1944.

Function

Jeep vehicles have always functioned as off-road vehicles. Jeep offers the only North American light-duty vehicle, the Wrangler, equipped with solid front and rear axles.

Types

As of 2009, Jeep offers a variety of vehicles with varying capabilities, including the Wrangler, Grand Cherokee, Liberty, Commander, Compass and Patriot.

Considerations

Depending on the type of Jeep vehicle you purchase, 2010 models range in price from $18,000 to $31,000. All Jeep models average 19 to 28 miles-per-gallon fuel capacity.

Significance

Beginning in 1946, Jeep-like vehicles were developed in several countries for military and civilian use. As of 2009, more than 20 countries have produced Jeep-like vehicles.

References

• Jeep
• Waymarking.com
• American Heritage