Doug Henry CDJR
If you want to leave the roadways behind, you can always count on Jeep for impressive off-road performance. Before you come find your new off-road vehicle at our Kinston dealership, you might have some questions about Jeep, and our team would be happy to answer those questions for you. Take a look at these frequently asked Jeep questions to see how these vehicles can help you meet your off-roading goals.
All-wheel drive and four-wheel drive are great drivetrain choices for going off-road, as they both power all four wheels of your vehicle. The most notable difference for off-roading purposes is that four-wheel drive also features a low-range gear option, which can be useful in challenging off-road situations.
What is Low Range 4x4 (or 4WD) for?You can use a low gear ratio to turn your wheels at a slower speed, making more torque available where needed. This makes it easier to move the vehicle out of a stationary position. This is particularly helpful for tricky spots you might encounter while off-roading. Low-range gearing is better suited to very low speeds, around two to three miles per hour, and never more than 25 miles per hour.
What does Quadra-Lift® Air Suspension do?Quadra-Lift Air Suspension can lift or lower your vehicle’s ride height depending on what you’re doing. When you go off-road, you can use it to increase your ground clearance to avoid hazards beneath your vehicle, and when you return to the highway, it can automatically lower the ride height for improved aerodynamics.
How does the Selec-Terrain® Management System work?Jeep builds its vehicles to handle more than smooth roadways, and the Selec-Terrain Management System helps you prepare for varying terrains with the turn of a knob. When you dial in in the drive mode you need, this system will adjust the vehicle’s traction control, throttle, air suspension, electronic stability control, transfer case, and transmission to suit the situation, whether it’s mud, snow, or other tricky conditions.
What’s the right way to rock crawl in a Jeep?When you want to go crawling in your Jeep, always make sure your tires are surmounting the obstacle, as straddling the obstacle leaves the underside of your vehicle vulnerable. Even though these off-road vehicles come with skid plates, it’s better to use the incredible torque available to your tires via low-range gearing. You won’t need to use very much throttle, so keep your speed no faster than one to three miles per hour.
Whenever you’d like to take a closer look at our Jeep vehicles for sale in Kinston, drop by our dealership to learn all about them. At Doug Henry CDJR, we’d love to answer all your questions and help you find the right vehicle for your needs. The Jeep of your dreams is waiting for you on the lot at 4051 W Vernon Avenue, Kinston, North Carolina 28504, so come and get it whenever you’re ready.
