AUBURN HILLS, Mich.,
Jan. 13, 2020 /PRNewswire/ --
- Jeep® Gladiator earns North American Truck of the Year title
in its debut year
- Winner voted on by 50 expert jurors from print, television,
digital outlets and radio from across the
United States and Canada
The all-new Jeep® Gladiator – the most capable midsize truck
ever - has been named the 2020 North American Truck of the Year by
a panel of automotive experts. The award is unique and considered
by many to be one of the world's most prestigious based on its
diverse mix of 50 automotive journalists from the United States and Canada who serve as the voting
jurors.
The winners were announced at a news conference today at the TCF
Center in Detroit.
"The Jeep Gladiator is not only the world's most capable midsize
pickup, it's now the North American Truck of the Year as well,"
said Jim Morrison, Head of Jeep
Brand – FCA North America. "This honor is a testament to our
customers who demand the very best and the Gladiator delivers with
all of the 4x4 capability and versatility expected of a Jeep
vehicle."
The organization's awards are independent and unique because
instead of being given by a single publication, website, radio or
television station, they are selected by a jury of automotive
journalists representing diverse media outlets from the United States and Canada.
Jurors evaluate the finalists based on segment leadership,
innovation, design, safety, handling, driver satisfaction and value
for the dollar. The process, which started in June 2019 by determining a list of eligible
vehicles, includes three rounds of voting.
This is the 26th year of the awards. Gladiator earns the North
American Truck of the Year title in its debut year.
NACTOY
The NACTOY awards recognize the most
outstanding new vehicles of the year. These vehicles are benchmarks
in their segments based on factors including innovation, design,
safety, handling, driver satisfaction and value for the dollar. The
organization gives out three awards. They are: "North American Car
of the Year," "North American Utility of the Year," and "North
American Truck of the Year." The awards are unique because —
instead of being given by a single publication, website, radio or
television station — they are given by an independent jury of
automotive journalists from the United
States and Canada.
All-new 2020 Jeep Gladiator
The all-new 2020
Jeep Gladiator, engineered from the ground up to be the most
off-road capable midsize truck ever, builds on a rich heritage of
tough, dependable Jeep trucks with an unmatched combination of
rugged utility, authentic Jeep design, open-air freedom, clever
functionality and versatility and best-in-class towing and 4x4
payload.
Equipped with the proven 3.6-liter Pentastar V-6 engine and a
versatile cargo box, Gladiator is built to handle the demands of an
active lifestyle while delivering an open-air driving experience in
a design that is unmistakably Jeep. Combining traditional Jeep
attributes with strong truck credentials, the Jeep Gladiator is a
unique vehicle capable of taking passengers and cargo anywhere. A
multitude of technology features, such as Apple CarPlay and Android
Auto, and safety features, such as Blind-spot Monitoring and Rear
Cross Path detection, adaptive cruise control and Forward Collision
Warning-Plus, further Gladiator's appeal.
All Gladiator models are Trail Rated with a badge indicating
that the vehicle is designed to perform in a variety of challenging
off-road conditions identified by five key consumer-oriented
performance categories: traction, ground clearance,
maneuverability, articulation and water fording. Gladiator Rubicon
models are equipped with signature red tow hooks, Rock-Trac® 4x4
system, featuring a two-speed transfer case with a 4:1 low-range
gear ratio, front and rear heavy-duty Dana 44 axles, Tru-Lok®
electric front- and rear-axle lockers, segment-exclusive electronic
sway bar disconnect, cab and bed rock rails and standard 33-inch
Falken Wildpeak All-Terrain off-road tires.
About Jeep Brand
Built on more than 75 years of
legendary heritage, Jeep is the authentic SUV with class-leading
capability, craftsmanship and versatility for people who seek
extraordinary journeys. The Jeep brand delivers an open invitation
to live life to the fullest by offering a full line of vehicles
that continue to provide owners with a sense of security to handle
any journey with confidence.
The Jeep vehicle lineup consists of the Cherokee, Compass,
Gladiator, Grand Cherokee, Renegade and Wrangler. To meet consumer
demand around the world, all Jeep models sold outside North America are available in both left- and
right-hand drive configurations and with gasoline and diesel
powertrain options. Jeep is part of the portfolio of brands
offered by global automaker Fiat Chrysler Automobiles. For more
information regarding FCA (NYSE: FCAU/ MTA: FCA), please
visit www.fcagroup.com.
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