Sweet Jeepstakes! Check out the Link Below!

http://www.jeeparticles.com/inside_jeeparticles/sweepstakes.htm

Great Vid From Car & Driver on AEV Brute Double Cab

 

Coming soon! http://www.lasherdodge.com/performance-aev

A Winter Wonderland

The banner overhead displayed, “Welcome to the Ski and Board Festival” as I trotted up to the entrance point to the venue. The Ski and Board Festival is a three day event at Sacramento's Cal Expo facility hosting roughly 75 vendors and six sponsors this year. Most people attend the festival for the great deals on gear, what's new and to simply enjoy the atmosphere with a wide range of skiers and boarders. This was my first time experiencing the event and I was fortunate to attend the last day. The sights and sounds engulf you as you enter a valley of exhibitors playing their selected tracks to listen to on their favorite descent. It is not uncommon to see such displays at the event like a 20” indoor half-pipe show, tasty beer garden, a liquidation outlet of gear, and my favorite of go-go dancers in non-winter fatigue. The vibe is a positive one and impressive.

As you walk through the lobby, you will see the massive beer garden situated across from the half-pipe. The BMX and skateboard show was sensational as professional riders & boarders displayed their perfected techniques of backflips, 360 inverts, and effortless flatland tricks. It was an electric scene and the crowd motivated the pros to push their limits. Most people I met there were local, and even participated in our raffle to give away a 2012 Jeep Sahara and the showcasing of a new 2013 Crosstrek. I met two snowboarders from Oroville that told me this is the only event that they will attend all year at Cal Expo. Of course, many also come for the awesome lift passes & swag that are dished out like hot cakes. The exhibitors brought their best to show. There was even a company which made its skis and boards completely out of recycled bamboo which was unique. If you’re looking for some good entertainment, the Ski and Snowboard Festival is worth the trip.

The Ski and Snowboard Festival was one of the best events I’ve seen all year with a strong sense of passion, fun, and culture. All in all, you will meet and see a strong following that resonates through all ages. Good people, good deals, good beer, & great times. If you want an event to circle next year on your calendar, the Ski and Snowboard Festival is the one to not miss!

 

 

 

 

 

The ActionCamper for Jeep Wrangler (Unlimited)!

 

     This is by far the coolest Jeep camper I have ever come across! The ActionCamper is a kit for converting a Jeep Wrangler Unlimited (4 door) into the most rugged, off-road RV ever! What's so great about this camper you might ask? It's no mystery that the infamous Aussie "outback" is one of the most brutal places to survive according to Bear Grylls or something to that effect. The RV kit by ActionCamper is designed, tested, & produced there so it goes without saying it is a proven R&D location!
      Along the top of the fiberglass shell of the camper, there is a soft top which actually is collapsible like an accordion to the body of the RV (waterproof even when extended & is removable!) This is where the magic happens because ActionCamper has specifically designed the sleeping quarters to be more spacious & futuristic by adjusting the dimensions to fit not one but two people, even comfortably in king-size, roll-out bed. It has awesome cubbies (yes, like from grade school) & lockable compartments throughout the entire layout! The RV shell, modulo removing factory rear doors, seats & roll bars only adds an additional 440 pounds to the Wrangler's curb weight! So it can still go the distance without constantly taking a drink.
     ActionCamper is Chuck Norris's winnebagos of the future. It's got a special forces like feel to it coupled with an interior that looks like a section designed for the Ikea minimalist in all of us. Extra points awarded on the choice of maple wood finish, a nice-calm Canadian feel to it. Complete with the essentials of refrigerator, stove, toilet, sink, & lots of storage! Yes, there's more...4 gallon fresh-water tank storage as well as a black-water (nasty stuff) tank which can hold a post thanksgiving dinner for two. An extendable nozzle is functional for showering or washing plates.
      So much room that a 6-foot & 3-inch person couldn't complain! Amazingly, the price tag for the shell (sorry no Jeep included) is just a little north than 50K ($53,500 to be exact for the accountant) & for most RV's that are not used, that's borderline "GTFOH?!" All in all, the ActionCamper has redefined how adaptive RVing has/will become, especially for the eminent zombie apocalypse around the corner! Happy mudding!

XJ Jeep Cherokee Attempts to Jump US & Mexico Border

A very creative, engineering attempt took place a few days ago on the US & Mexican border. This XJ Jeep Cherokee was found deserted by Border Patrol in an attempt to drive over a border fence. Clearly, this is not a story of success to many Jeepers who push their Jeep’s limitations. However, it is an even sadder story for this Jeep itself which will now sit ownerless, waiting to be driven to great heights from its’ present location of a government auction lot.

http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-latin-america-20166317

60th Annual Jeepers Jamboree

     I was lucky enough to attend the start of the 60^th Annual Jeepers Jeep Jamboree Event in Georgetown, California. For those of you who may be unfamiliar, the Jeepers Jamboree event is held every year. It is a chance for “Jeepers” from across the country to meet up and share their mutual appreciation for the brand by embarking upon a four-wheeling trip on the infamous Rubicon Trail in the Sierra Nevada mountain range. It was my first time at any event like this but I felt immediately welcomed as all participants were happy to be there. It was an exuberant atmosphere and the passion that people had for their vehicles and the event was inspiring. Various kits, as well as personalized customizations made the vehicles as unique as the owners.

     Driving down the main drag in little Georgetown, the streets were lined with an array of Jeep models. A number of people that attended the Jamboree had purchased their Jeep(s) from Lasher Auto Group. I met a couple of Jeep enthusiasts who recently bought a Jeep Rubicon from our dealership in Elk Grove. They told me that they were thrilled with their Jeep and that they had come to the Jamboree to look for parts to customize their Jeep and to get some inspiration for future installments. I also met a couple that had traveled all the way from Nebraska for the event. However, they are professional tuners by trade and have been going to Jeep events like the Jamboree for decades so I picked my jaw up off the ground. Whether a seasoned Jeeper or a first-time spectator, the Jeepers Jeep Jamboree is worth the crisp, alpine drive.

    

     The Jeepers Jeep Jamboree is an event with flair, style and enthusiasm. Above all, it is a place where Jeep culture rules. The Jeepers Jeep Jamboree is a wonderful niche event that combines Jeeps, rugged terrain, good people and unforgettable memories. If you’re looking for a place to meet like-minded people and to test the limits of your Jeep or if you just want to feast your eyes upon Jeep eye candy, the Jeepers Jeep Jamboree is the place to be.

 

 

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Jeep Stars on New Discovery Show - "One Car Too Far"

      A gearhead & a former British special forces soldier take on the Chilean terrain in a five-part series. Their mission is to find the Jeep Wrangler & navigate it upon some of the harshest environment known to man with meager supplies & to reach civilization within 3 days! The show starts August 19th, at 9PM on Discovery. What could go wrong?

What Are Your Thoughts On The Controversial 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee Moose Test In Sweden

For a number of days, there has been a lot of debate regarding the consumer reports video 'Teknikens Moose' testing the Grand Cherokee Overland in Sweden. Post a comment with your thoughts if the test was inadmissible or Chrysler made a mistake:

Epic Paintball Battle Including Jeep!

Lasher Polo Classic on Good Day Sacramento!

http://gooddaysacramento.cbslocal.com/video/7393665-lasher-polo-classic/

Tosh.0 "Jeep Jump"

http://tosh.comedycentral.com/video-clips/jeep-jump?xrs=share_copy

2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee Diesel!

Jeep Grand Cherokee Diesel will most likely be a 3.0L Turbo Diesel estimated range of 32-33 MPG's offering 190 Horsepower & 324 Torque. Speculation that there will also be a version available with 241 Horsepower & 406 Torque. This is the Jeep that Cherokee fans have been raving about! We are very excited to see the new diesel version & to get models soon!

According to sources this is what the layout will be for the new 2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee Diesel:

Order banks open: June 6, 2012
Production start: Early July
Sales launch: September 1, 2012

Models:
- Laredo
- Limited
- Overland
- Overland Summit
- SRT8
- SRT8 SP

Engines:
- 3.0L
- 3.6L
- 5.7L
- 6.4L

Transmissions:
- 5-speed automatic
- 6-speed automatic (5.7L models)
- 8-speed automatic (3.0L diesel, late availability)

Exterior & Interior:
TBA

New:
- 20″ 5-spoke wheels for SRT (optional); current 20″ wheels continue as Standard
- 3.0L Diesel engine option for north america (late availability, spring 2013)
- 8-spd transmission (diesel models, late availability, spring 2013)
- Navigation radios (same as 2012 models):
- 430N (Garmin RHB)
- 730N (Harmon RHR) (Standard on Overland and SRT8)

Onward & Upward!