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Best Off Road Vehicles 2014

So, you want to start off-roading. The first thing you need, of course, is the right vehicle for the job. Now whether you’re looking to get into the off-roading scene for work or adventure (or both, of course), we’ve got an ideal vehicle for you here at Palmen Dodge Chrysler Jeep of Racine. How do we know? A recent article by Popular Mechanics looked at the best off-road vehicles in 2014, and not one but two of our models here made the cut!

First off, what make a great off-road vehicle? One factor is ground clearance, which of course helps keep the underside of your vehicle from coming into hazardous contact with the dirt and rocks below. Then there are wheels and tires that can be optimized for maximum traction, a 4×4 drivetrain, and ideal power in the form of low-end torque. All of these and a number of other factors come in to play when determining a good off-road vehicles. So what were our top two off-roaders here at Palmen Dodge Chrysler Jeep of Racine, according to the recent Popular Mechanics write-up?

1. Jeep Wrangler. To absolutely no one’s surprise, the world-famous Jeep Wrangler made the list, and specifically the Rubicon was highlighted. Truly designed for the off-road experience and a consistent leader in the technologies that help make it safer and more fun to traverse all sorts of terrain, the Wrangler is your starting and ending point when you want high adventure behind the wheel.

2. Ram trucks. Now, if your off-roading needs are a little more about business than pleasure, chances are you’re looking for a heavy duty work truck that can take you far off the beaten path, and then do some towing and  hauling on  your way back to civilization. That’s a tall order, but it’s met with our line of Ram trucks, from the basic work truck to our heavy duty models.

Questions about what off-road ready vehicle is right for you and your specific needs? Come see us here at Palmen Dodge Chrysler Jeep of Racine!

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