- April 21 2026
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Jeep loyalists have clamored for a resurrection of the pickup since the '86-'92 Comanche. The product team's mission was to develop a competitive midsize pickup with the look and capability of a Wrangler. It took longer to bring a crew cab to fruition, but the end result was deserving of the Gladiator name, said Tim Kuniskis, head of the Jeep brand in North America. Image Credit: Fiat Chrysler Automobiles (2019)
Welcome To The World The First Jeep Gladiator
The Jeep Gladiator, Jeep Pickup or J-series is a series of full-size pickup trucks based on the large Jeep SJ (Wagoneer) platform, which was built and sold under numerous marques from 1962 to 1988 ... the Gladiator nameplate was revived on a midsize pickup truck based on the fourth-generation Jeep Wrangler.
TransPower’s Automated Manual Transmission (AMT) Image Credit TransPower
TransPower’s Automated Manual Transmission (AMT) is a key new technology that enables the ElecTruck™ Main Propulsion System (MPS) to achieve superior road performance and efficiency, while enhancing drivability. The AMT provides improved road performance at both high and low speeds, while enabling the use of a more efficient manual transmission, which reduces energy consumption and increases operating range. Shifting is accomplished smoothly and automatically, resulting in a favorable driver experience.
