EXCLUSIVE Access to the Jeep Wrangler Proving Grounds

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  • @grandeoverland6787
    @grandeoverland6787 Рік тому +145

    Crazy to think that when this all started you were out with a single camera and your JK and now you are in deep with Jeep. Pretty cool how you made it all happen (with plenty of work I'm sure) as time has gone on.

    • @TrailRecon
      @TrailRecon  Рік тому +39

      I never would have imagined this 8 years ago for sure, thank you!

    • @dangrady0311
      @dangrady0311 Рік тому +13

      Great to see the 2 door Willys in action! I’ve got one on order in Anvil!

    • @ZboeC5
      @ZboeC5 Рік тому +3

      @@dangrady0311 Too bad Jeep won't tell us when they plan to start 2024 manual production. I'd like to get my 2024 Willys before the end of time.

    • @dangrady0311
      @dangrady0311 Рік тому

      @@ZboeC5 ordered mine June 7th. Has a vin # but still in confirmation status.

  • @carolynslette6073
    @carolynslette6073 Рік тому +33

    This makes me even more happy to be a Jeep owner!
    Thanks for taking us along on such an awesome day!

  • @TammysTrailsNTravel
    @TammysTrailsNTravel Рік тому +13

    No better person to represent the Jeep community than you. Congrats on getting this opportunity. That’s awesome

  • @steveh1620
    @steveh1620 Рік тому +28

    Awesome Brad great content. I worked for Chrysler, now retired (and all the changes in-between before becoming Stellantis) for 28 years. I was super blessed to be able to part of the manufacturability prove-out at the technical center and get to go to the proving grounds and drive the preproduction vehicles the plant I worked at was going to build. People do not realize how much testing goes into each vehicle that is built. Stellantis has the 3,850 acre site at Chelsea MI which you visited, a 3,840 acre proving ground in Yucca AZ for hot climate testing, and a 530 acre evaluation center near Naples FL for hot and humid testing (they used to share this facility with Harley Davidson). These facilities give Stellantis an opportunity to test vehicles in a range of climates, humidity, and elevations. I know they also do high altitude testing in CO.

  • @vancejohnson4395
    @vancejohnson4395 Рік тому +39

    You lucky dog, Brad. I'm happy you got to experience this. Thank you for your service from a fellow Sailor.

    • @TrailRecon
      @TrailRecon  Рік тому +8

      It was an honor to be allowed to see this place, I only wish I could have seen more... the place is massive! Thank you shipmate!

    • @johnangelastro
      @johnangelastro Рік тому +1

      Thank you Brad! So, while off the camera, was there any mention as to why 35’s are not offered on the 2dr’s? I thought the RubiconX came standard with 35’s??
      Also, will there be other powertrain options in the near future for the 2dr’s?

  • @jeffquick7917
    @jeffquick7917 Рік тому +15

    Privilege is an understatement, to not only be there but have the folks that are in the trench’s go through the obstacles and in’s & out’s of the new JL is just wickedly fun, and cool! Amazing to see honestly how far they’ve even come from just my ‘14 JKU Rubi! Thanks Brad!

  • @tonkovich123
    @tonkovich123 Рік тому +6

    Was such a pleasure having you out at the PG, Brad. Great video!

    • @RR-24
      @RR-24 Рік тому +1

      Is there a part number for that hoop with integrated light yet?

    • @thegreenman78
      @thegreenman78 8 місяців тому

      I hope Alex wasn't one of the engineers given the shaft by Stellantis

    • @tonkovich123
      @tonkovich123 8 місяців тому

      ​@@thegreenman78 Nah, I'm still kicking and alive

  • @d.williamvitt3869
    @d.williamvitt3869 Рік тому +2

    You are now not just a UA-cam Channel but you have developed into a true Auto Show!

  • @josenateras6478
    @josenateras6478 Рік тому +10

    Congratulations Brad, you are taking this channel to a whole new level!

  • @DefiantOffroad
    @DefiantOffroad Рік тому

    "Envy" and "Jealous" don't properly articulate how I feel about this! Man, that's so awesome that you were able to do this!

  • @GaryDrumm
    @GaryDrumm Рік тому +4

    This is so freaking cool! Congrats Brad and thank you for taking us along! 👍🏻

  • @larrygriffiths5039
    @larrygriffiths5039 Рік тому +3

    love this video!! I could listen to these Jeep People all day, really!!!

  • @gregbarringer1021
    @gregbarringer1021 Рік тому +2

    Brad, thanks for all you do. After watching your video about the 2024 Wranglers I went to a local dealer to prove to myself that the 2024 Rubicon with the four banger would not be suitable for me. Thanks in part to you it now resides in my driveway.

  • @TempestOverlandAdventures
    @TempestOverlandAdventures Рік тому +3

    That warn winch light is slick 👍

  • @Minnesota_Vance
    @Minnesota_Vance Рік тому

    Congratulations, Brad, on getting exclusive access to both the factory and the proving grounds. You are one of the people so deserving of such a privilege. Thanks for giving us a glimpse of how our favorite vehicle is made.

  • @SpoolinVR
    @SpoolinVR Рік тому +1

    Loved this experience you had with Jeep. I am super excited for my first Jeep Wrangler that I ordered 2024 Willys with a 6 speed.

    • @SlumpTia
      @SlumpTia 7 місяців тому

      lucky!! my first wrangler is the Sahara 2018 JkU i recently got a few months ago. it’s such a treat being in the jeep family!

  • @orientxprsoffroad
    @orientxprsoffroad Рік тому

    Brad - much deserved exclusivity with Jeep. You are the MAN!!! 👏👏👏

  • @tri-cityjeepclubK-W-C
    @tri-cityjeepclubK-W-C Рік тому +1

    Awesome! Great to have a new UA-cam personality from the Club!! Looking good Aleksander!!

  • @justinmoore4088
    @justinmoore4088 Рік тому +2

    @TrailRecon Wow...what a treat! Although their getting some substantial exposure from your channel, it's a big deal for them to let you run it. You're a fantastic ambassador for us to Jeep!

  • @mikesters3532
    @mikesters3532 Рік тому +4

    We can only hope when Jeep’s next refresh happens the 2 door gets some love in the way of a slightly longer wheelbase. Save the 2 doors.

  • @RR-24
    @RR-24 Рік тому +7

    So happy for you! It is great to see someone working hard at their passion and getting recognized for it. Glad jeep recognizes your personable, positive style and experience. Can't wait for the next adventure! Is that winch guard hoop with integrated light going to be available soon?

  • @MetallicA29
    @MetallicA29 Рік тому +1

    Thank you for sharing!

  • @skiptheroad
    @skiptheroad Рік тому +1

    Another awesome opportunity Brad. I am so jealous. A couple of points, please do a special short video of the 2 door Willys set to accordion polka music. You may convince some that the music is coming from the Willys soft top. 😊 Also, this brings back some childhood memories of wheelin with my dad in my mom's Bronco at the Ford proving grounds which was across the road from our house on 36 mile road in Romeo.
    Thanks for all of your hard work getting these videos out to us.

  • @lakertang
    @lakertang Рік тому

    I see why the Bronco went Bye Bye!! 😅 what a privilege to go behind the scenes. Thanks for sharing.

  • @edwardsimmons3721
    @edwardsimmons3721 Рік тому +3

    I always love the places you go but to see what’s coming for next year and run the track they use to test the next legend is awesome. Because of this video I am getting the 24 Willys 4 door on 35s.

  • @Jpulido91
    @Jpulido91 Рік тому +2

    Let me tell you, jeep coming after bronco nasty! What a great interface! And now Willy’s standard with 33’s and a rear locker. Very good sale and package!!!! All this coming from a bronco owner but I love all offroad builds! Great video!!!

    • @SilverFoxCooking
      @SilverFoxCooking 8 місяців тому +1

      I just got my Willys… I cant find the trails offroad maps on mine. Any idea how or why??

    • @tristansundquist1834
      @tristansundquist1834 3 місяці тому

      Wym??? Bronco coming after jeep😂

  • @Flo-ig6cj
    @Flo-ig6cj Рік тому +2

    Just 20 minutes south of where I live. Welcome to Michigan!

  • @dazzlelance12
    @dazzlelance12 Рік тому +1

    I live in chelsea, I was able to visit the Proving Grounds with my grandfather to ride on some of the track once when I was little. It's a very cool place

  • @patandjessicasjeepadventur3227

    That’s really cool that Jeep invited you! Thanks for bringing us along

  • @dirtroadreligion9376
    @dirtroadreligion9376 Рік тому

    Totally jealous and wish I got to got to all 3 of these Jeep Wrangler places.
    Glad the person to get this kind access is a Veteran.

  • @fahadm8260
    @fahadm8260 6 місяців тому +1

    I really enjoyed this video and the insights from the well spoken and articulate engineer
    Brad is such a good host and the perfect rep for Jeepers

  • @BucksMom218
    @BucksMom218 Рік тому

    Wowee that was fabulous! What a cool playground Brad!! Thanks for taking us along! 😎🥾🥾

  • @destinationunknown3809
    @destinationunknown3809 Рік тому

    Man what an awesome experience. This is fantastic! I really appreciate seeing that Jeep actually puts their vehicles through some testing situations like what many will experience in real life. That is so much better than just a concrete track. I

  • @markperza384
    @markperza384 Рік тому +1

    Glad you got to do this!!

  • @shmac96
    @shmac96 Рік тому +1

    Oh! I'll take the 2 door that you drove. Love it!

  • @jamesc2072
    @jamesc2072 Рік тому +1

    What an awesome experience bro! Thanks for sharing! Jim from Temecula.

  • @joeallison2779
    @joeallison2779 Рік тому +1

    A totally awesome video. Thanks Brad!

  • @danielsalm6410
    @danielsalm6410 Рік тому

    It was super cool Brad that you got to test that Proving Ground. One thing you should ask the Jeep people though is how they expect customers to afford their vehicles nowadays! No one in my zip code can afford them. And if they do, it's a lease Jeep. Turned in immediately after the lease is up. My local dealer has the used Jeeps to prove it.

  • @23Elit3
    @23Elit3 Рік тому

    You know you are doing something right when you get an invite like this. Awesome video 👍

  • @JarradShaw
    @JarradShaw Рік тому

    So, so amazing! This access you were given has been fabulous! Proving grounds for Jeep is so neat. Knowing that there are/maybe more than one is just… God… so Koch cooler. I guess… why I love Jeep still to this day. I hope one day I am able to see, even a little, of the other Jeep proving grounds. And also find out(!) what it is they are testing (figuring out) to be the best in that part of this vast country landscape. Thanks so much Brad and Jeep ❤

  • @AndrewTurner251
    @AndrewTurner251 Рік тому +1

    I love this channel, thanks for making this content. I know it’s a lot of work.

  • @ascentoffroad
    @ascentoffroad Рік тому +1

    Cool to see Jeeps proving ground. I dig it!

  • @henrystanislawski591
    @henrystanislawski591 Рік тому

    Excellent tour! Thanks Brad and Jeep!

  • @Billsadventures13
    @Billsadventures13 Рік тому

    Great video. Thanks for giving us a glimpse of this place and the new jeeps

  • @JacobShepherdEngineer
    @JacobShepherdEngineer Рік тому +1

    So cool and lucky. They're trying to make sure you stay a Jeep fan.

  • @lloydrage
    @lloydrage Рік тому

    This video was so great. It was cool to learn some of the tests they do for our Wranglers.

  • @robert5712
    @robert5712 Рік тому +1

    Thanks Brad excellent video on the proving grounds. One item you asked is can you upload a track to the new Jeep in dash GPS and you can't. Good point and good you asked as it was my first thought. Jeep is behind the times on that! On the camera person that videoed you in the 2 door going through the "slot" did and outstanding job.

  • @backwoodscountryboy1600
    @backwoodscountryboy1600 Рік тому +1

    Great video, good to see they're proving grounds is something that jeep drivers like myself would use when going on the trail nothing too radical but just right whoever laid that trail out did a great job.

  • @270billjones
    @270billjones Рік тому

    This is sick! Thanks for taking us along

  • @cjleon1104
    @cjleon1104 Рік тому

    Wow, really cool insight on Jeep and their testing of the wranglers. Pretty neat, thanks Brad!

  • @floridasunshine330
    @floridasunshine330 Рік тому +2

    Love that Jeep is keeping up with the times by using OTA updates like Tesla uses. The 4Xe did a great job. A 2-door would be awesome! Another great video. Brad is the man!!!

  • @timothyamerman6521
    @timothyamerman6521 Рік тому +1

    This is cool. I have lived 20 minutes from the proving grounds for 30 years and I've never seen inside!

  • @darrylblackmon458
    @darrylblackmon458 Рік тому +1

    Great job Brad. You just keep expanding your content and its very interesting. I'm from Michigan, great place, great people. Served in the Navy like yourself and love Jeeps. I had an opportunity to experience Ford's proving grounds north of Romeo and ride in a Raptor. Blown away by all the rigorous testing done on these vehicles.

  • @willlange9978
    @willlange9978 Рік тому

    Terrific channel. Thanks Master Chief!

  • @bruceklassen8261
    @bruceklassen8261 Рік тому +1

    Thank you so much for sharing this 😊

  • @DirkvanReenen
    @DirkvanReenen Рік тому

    Very cool, thank you for sharing this experience!

  • @bsmukler
    @bsmukler Рік тому +11

    This is so cool. It’s always refreshing to get a sense of the depth of engineering expertise coupled with genuine enthusiasm of the people behind the Jeep brand. And, I have to say that seeing and hearing that 4xe climbing the rock hill was really something. In a marketing world of “Pro” this and “Commercial Grade” that, it’s refreshing to see a product that actually performs at least as well as represented.

    • @TrailRecon
      @TrailRecon  Рік тому +5

      It was great to get to talk with these guys on and off camera and the changes they've done to the 4xe really made it perform well in my opinion.

    • @ZboeC5
      @ZboeC5 Рік тому +2

      @getbusylivenordien5394 Engineers need something called "repeatability" for proper testing. They need to be able to test every model, every combination the same exact way to validate any changes they make. Yes, they do take vehicles to test in the real world but this is where those changes are validated. For instance Jeep wants to use a different tire on a Rubicon...the engineers need to know if that tire is better or worse. Without a valid test course it would be a guessing game. With this track they can equip two identical Rubicons with the only difference being the tires and then compare them back to back to see if the new tire is really better or not. Does the new tire cause the BLD to activate more, does the Rubicon now not need it's locker activated on that particular rock where it did with the old tire, etc etc. It has to be repeatable to be a valid test. It's not going to be super gnarly...it just needs to be hard enough to validate what they need to. Further testing does take place, but that's not what this proving grounds is for.

  • @xtina818
    @xtina818 Рік тому +1

    Brad out here living all our dreams.

  • @Moving_Chicane
    @Moving_Chicane Рік тому

    Great stuff - Thank you Brad and Jeep!

  • @overlandingsmith
    @overlandingsmith Рік тому +2

    That's so cool and interesting. Thanks for sharing your experiences with us. Too sad some of the cool stuff like steel bumpers, big tires or the 392 aren't available from factory here in Europe but you can build it all 😄. One more awesome video Brad 👌🏻🙏🏻😎

    • @TrailRecon
      @TrailRecon  Рік тому +2

      Glad you enjoyed the video! It's cool that they're making more options available from the manufacturer here in America but part of the fun in owning a Jeep is creating your own build. Thanks for watching!

  • @leightonoc
    @leightonoc Рік тому

    Love this, Brad! Great video with lots of information. Thanks for bringing us a long!

  • @krisorendorff
    @krisorendorff 7 місяців тому

    I just acquired my Very First ever: Jeep Wrangler.... And I'm Totally Diggin' IT !! [A 2024 V6 four-door automatic]

  • @Day7Reset
    @Day7Reset Рік тому +2

    Thank you so much Brad for sharing this with us. Amazing to see so much effort put into making the Wrangler what it is. Trick question, what size tire will I need for my Gladiator to pass the concrete break over mounds 🤣

  • @LookJohnItsaRubicon
    @LookJohnItsaRubicon Рік тому

    That Engineer seems to know his Stuff. Must be a Jeep Guy!
    Tricity represent!

  • @michaelryan9143
    @michaelryan9143 Рік тому

    I'm even more excited to get the 2024 4xe that I have on order, thanks!

  • @ishicroy1176
    @ishicroy1176 Рік тому

    Being American Indian I love the 4xe I always said I love off-roading but hiking is my jam because I can experience the whole natural side of trip.. 4xe definitely allows that! Gotta come out and hit trails on socal reservations

  • @mattclegg1086
    @mattclegg1086 Рік тому

    Great video. Thanks for sharing your experience!

  • @mikecon7634
    @mikecon7634 Рік тому

    Good stuff Brad. Alex knows his product.

  • @jonleslie
    @jonleslie Рік тому

    What an awesome opportunity and great video!

    • @TrailRecon
      @TrailRecon  Рік тому

      Thank you, it was great to see some behind the scenes testing stuff!

  • @chinothedreamgiver1629
    @chinothedreamgiver1629 Рік тому

    Love that you tested out in the 4xe

  • @Missourilonewolf
    @Missourilonewolf Рік тому

    very cool. I changed my radio unit in my 2014 JKUX to a unit that has what they are now putting in the 2024. The ability to have saved trails un the unit that you can still use when you can't hook up to a satellite. That is big to me. That was the one reason I pulled my stock unit. I may need to wait for the 2024 jeeps and really look at what they have. Tell them all Thank You for letting me/us see this.

  • @TJY2K
    @TJY2K Рік тому

    Thank you Brad!

  • @romanmartinez3360
    @romanmartinez3360 Рік тому

    Great job! Looks like you were having a blast! Some very cool features on the new Jeeps, but I’ll stick with my ‘21 4xe (unless they can’t figure out my rear locker sensor problem)! Great video, awesome course.

  • @MikeUtah
    @MikeUtah Рік тому

    That was amazing Brad!

  • @frazerwarwick3153
    @frazerwarwick3153 Рік тому

    My dream family car. One day I would love to be able to own on of these .

  • @raymondforbes4295
    @raymondforbes4295 Рік тому

    I am even more stoked to get a 2024 Rubicon X 4xe!

  • @88rushrocks
    @88rushrocks 11 місяців тому

    We have the 2024 4xe Willy’s with now 10,000 hard miles on it and we still be loving it and it hauls my 4x10 trailer full of firewood like it’s nothing and since I live in the Oregon cascades mountains we have all different weather conditions and back roads that goes for 100’s of miles

  • @stanleyfurash7929
    @stanleyfurash7929 Рік тому +2

    This guy just confirmed the 2024 Willy's has a Dana 44 front and 4:10
    Straight from horses mouth
    This is an awesome package

    • @Krystof.Veritae
      @Krystof.Veritae Рік тому

      Yes except the web site doesnt allow it yet to config the 2024 Willys with Dana44 4:10 and a locker ....Jeep will get that ordering right in few months i guess ....huh ..... I guess maybe in person at the dealer they would allow that set up ordering .

    • @stanleyfurash7929
      @stanleyfurash7929 Рік тому +2

      @@Krystof.Veritae the impression the guy gave is that's just how it comes.
      I think the website is wrong and they haven't fixed it.
      It would be cool if Brad could confirm with them as he is the first UA-camr to get that info.

    • @tonkovich123
      @tonkovich123 Рік тому

      @@stanleyfurash7929 You're absolutely correct: unfortunately the website is incorrect but every Willys comes with 33" and 4.10 axle ratio. Then the 35" 4dr is optioned up to 4.56.

  • @RANGER2992
    @RANGER2992 Рік тому

    As always Brad, great video! My dream is that one day you come out with my club So Cal Jeep Junkies and do a run with us, With over 2800 fun, friendly, and helpful members, we can show you a good time on a trail of your choosing.

  • @anibalbabilonia1867
    @anibalbabilonia1867 Рік тому

    Man how awesome is that! To be able to play around in such place! I love my jk Willy’s wheeler, it’s exactly like the one your son has, 2015 Baja yellow, two doors bone stock! And trust me! Even in stock form I’ve been impressed where I’ve have taken mine! I live in Tucson, and we have some of the best crazy trails, and I’ve taken mine in most of them! I love it! You’re one lucky dude to be able to have access to such places like that proving ground! I definitely enjoyed the video!

  • @asmrrelaxationtv8673
    @asmrrelaxationtv8673 Рік тому

    Amazing Content. Thanks For Sharing. Have a nice day!❤👍

  • @rodneydavis8454
    @rodneydavis8454 3 місяці тому

    Great video love my jeeps keep them coming.

  • @abnpthfdr2934
    @abnpthfdr2934 Рік тому

    Awesome to just be there, beyond belief to drive the course!!! Some of us would do their job for free!!!

  • @ahmednesbitte4906
    @ahmednesbitte4906 Рік тому

    Hi Brad, very nice content. Thank you for sharing.😊

  • @JEEP-N-DIRT
    @JEEP-N-DIRT Рік тому

    Love the jeep content and inspiring how you've grown. As a little channel myself (jeepNdirt) and an Engineer, I really wish I could do something like that all the time. So cool how far you've come. You had me fooled at first because I thought Alex was the actor "Will Sasso" from back in the Mad TV days. lol.

  • @CraigSimons
    @CraigSimons Рік тому

    I loved seeing the enginers not flinch about doing some real wheeling with these vehicles. "That's what it's there for"

  • @itsmemicke
    @itsmemicke Рік тому

    Great video! I really enjoyed it. Keep up the good work! ✨👍😋

  • @bwofficial1776
    @bwofficial1776 Рік тому

    Lucky guy, getting access to Jeep's secret proving ground. Looks like a good time. It makes me happy that Jeep is still making 2-doors and that big screen looks nice. If you ever go to Germany see if you can get access to Mercedes-Benz's proving grounds for the Unimog or G-Wagen.

  • @santoshshetty6838
    @santoshshetty6838 Рік тому

    Absolutely love the present jeep wrangler unlimited in white colour ❤

  • @UrbanOpsOffRoad
    @UrbanOpsOffRoad Рік тому

    Keep up the good work chief! ⚓️

  • @bonita3710
    @bonita3710 Рік тому

    Great video Brad. Keep 'em coming 🙃

  • @campcrafter4613
    @campcrafter4613 Рік тому

    Thanks to JEEP For the access . Rare.

  • @matthewsutphen5492
    @matthewsutphen5492 Рік тому +1

    Wondered if some of the 4xe features would trickle down to existing models over updates. Also if the power cord adapter would work on older models as well. Would be nice to gain features in our 4xe.

  • @petersantulli2337
    @petersantulli2337 Рік тому

    Amazing video!

  • @johnreno8909
    @johnreno8909 Рік тому +2

    most extremely heart-breaking thing is no diesel for wrangler anymore. thanks God we still have it for gladiator. I wish they could keep making diesel for wrangler at least to the end of 2025. it soo sad. :(

    • @horaciolopez7721
      @horaciolopez7721 Рік тому +1

      Same I have 82,xxx on mine and love it. Now I need one for the wife so we are thinking used diesel wrangler or new 4xe….. life is hard sometimes.

  • @TLOverlander
    @TLOverlander Рік тому +1

    Great episode. Coming from a die-hard Bronco guy, I like what Jeep is doing here. Dont underestimate the wifes need for a hair dryer no matter where you are!

  • @brandonbrown6544
    @brandonbrown6544 Рік тому +2

    Jeep: Hey Warn we need to test your winch on a Jeep…
    Warn: Where have you been for the last few decades?!!!

    • @vigilantemotors
      @vigilantemotors Рік тому

      The issue is I believe its an 8000 lb winch which just is not enough. Rule of thumb is you go twice the vehicles weight and on a fully loaded Rubi you are over 5000 lbs.
      The winch (as cool as it is) is to little

  • @modsquad3123
    @modsquad3123 Рік тому

    These manufacturers are so aware of the free advertising channels like trail recon bring to their brand! It’s a mass metric in buyers decisions in what they choose to buy, its why they give them access, and it gives us the information to make those decisions.

  • @garretlewis4103
    @garretlewis4103 Рік тому +1

    Brad, “It’s not my Jeep.”
    Jeep guys, “Don’t scuff the new Jeep.” 😀😀😀

  • @maxmixrc
    @maxmixrc Рік тому +1

    Wow great jeep 🚗😊👍