News! - UAW Local 12 officials and members protested the hiring last month of outside skilled tradesmen by suppliers running paint and body shops at the multi-factory complex that will build complete prototypes of two and four-door versions of the 2007 Jeep Wrangler next month.

Reader Comment! - What were they thinking? Jeep is supposedly about tradition and they have been for many years, but this thing looks WIMPY!!! I own a 03 wrangler and actively participate in the jeep wave, but I can honestly say this new "thing" they are trying to call a wrangler will not get my "jeep wave" of approval. Wranglers are about rugged qualities and this is far from rugged. I mean take the interior for instance... Would you really want that to get wet and muddy? I wouldn't even think about hosing it out. People buy Wranglers for their off road capabilities, simpleness, easy modifications, traditions and we do not buy them for all of the bells and whistles that they are trying to include on this "thing". Maybe Jeep is trying to reach out tho the "Soccer Mom" crowd with this piece!!!!! To say the least I am very disappointed!!

Reader Comment! - The marginally wider, longer stance would seem to be acceptable. The new hardtop with removeable sections makes sense, but it could have been built to allow for stadium seating. AS they have not priced it yet, but did indicate the standard features, I am guessing that "pricey" might be my reaction. At the very minumum (inasmuchas my RAM Diesel - stick - gets 18/24) I cannot see buying a smaller vehicle that gets under 20 hwy; therefore, without a diesel option I would not buy one. And even then, if they can't get the HWY close to 30 on something with half the weight, I will still be shy. Perhaps they should approach Cummins to build their small block diesel?

Reader Comment! - i think it was a big mistake to go to a v6 out of a mini van, even though it is a correct 60 degree unit, and i hope they go and put a diesel engine in it, hopfully a inline 5 or a 6 cylinder,(i suppose a v6 diesel is fine) no four cylinder diesel please, they are nasty sounding, and rough

Found at allpar.com - Allpar News: Four Door Wrangler at NYIAS  According to Autoweek, the all new four door Jeep Wrangler will make its debut at the New York International Auto Show in April of this year. The new 2007 two door model made its debut at Detroit just a few weeks ago sporting new sheetmetal, new power-plants, and a new roof system. It is expected that the four door model will appear with similar features and options.

See The Motor Portal's article about the 2007 Wrangler which provides complete information, specifications and photographs!

Jeep® Elevates Icon: Introduces All-new 2007 Jeep Wrangler

Reader Comment! - I think they ned to give a soft top option........something that you can put up in a hurry to kep the rain out if you dont feel likt getting wet. The 4.0L was a tried and true motor, the inline 6 could have been made for fuel efficient. I definitely would'nt buy the V-6 option, i think that killed the new wrangler there!

Reader Comment! - I was looking at the pics of the 2007 Wrangler. Very NICE!!! The only concern I have is, what is that bulbous looking tube thingy hanging where the skid-plated gas tank should be? Is that the muffler?! I don't see that thing lasting long on the trail. One good drop on the back bumper will squash that thing like a soda can!

According to this Jeeps Unlimited Forum, this may be the 2007 Jeep Wrangler revealed in full!

This spy photo at The JonFund is very revealing!!

Detroit News reports that the 2007 Wrangler will be revealed at next months Detroit Auto Show!!!

See this article from TheDay.com for recent 2007 Jeep Wrangler information (scroll down, near the bottom)!

Recently spotted on I70 in colorado see website for pictures and information

Found on the internet at www.globeandmail.com - "Meanwhile, Chrysler group senior vice-president of design Trevor Creed said last week that a new Jeep TJ (Wrangler in the United States) is on its way, rebutting early speculation that it would be replaced in the lineup by the Patriot coming next year, but didn't specify when."We will renew Wrangler, because we can make it even more impressive off-road," Creed said. He gave no hints as to its styling direction, but did note that he has already worked on two restyles of the venerable off-road favourite.The new TJ, which may also receive one name again for all of North America, will offer trail-busting equipment as standard that serious mud hunters are now buying as aftermarket accessories.

"We will be accommodating to all of the stuff the hardcore guys do with the stock Jeep," Creed said, making it easier for them to add larger tires and lift kits."

"I hear its not gona have a soft top.  That is stupid.  I ike the soft top."

Found on the internet!  See Chrysler to Double SUV Lineup on Inside Line.

1st Reader Report! - Toledo Blade reported that TK will have the new CR diesel as an option; per UAW Union. Which was newsworthy as it will affect job security in that area.