4x4Wire

There are generally two kinds of off-roaders in the world: truck lovers and jeep lovers. Both kinds of vehicles come with their fair share of pros and cons when it comes to leaping over rocks and grinding through the mud. If you’re trying to choose between one and the other, you’ll likely encounter all kinds of opinionated individuals who will decry your decision one way or the other. Both have their ardent supporter.

If you’re new to the world of off-roading, we’ll give you the lowdown on these two classic options, so you can make the right decision based on where and how you like to drive.

Truck Pros

Today, the name Jeep has become synonymous with American patriotism, adventure, and even freedom, giving consumers the chance to get off the beaten path and explore the country as they see fit. But the Jeep brand wasn’t created overnight. It took years for this 4x4 vehicle to make it to the mainstream, earning the respect and admiration of drivers everywhere. From outdoor excursions and Jeep lift kits to everyday errands, there are so many reasons to invest in a Jeep. Learn the surprising history behind one of America’s best-selling off-road vehicles.

Crossing America in a JK Wrangler Off Road

PAOLI, Pa. (June 4th, 2019) – In this episode of ExtremeTerrain’s (XT) Throttle Out YouTube Video Series, XT’s Ryan Houck, helps Mark Townsend from “Treads and Tails” build his ultimate Wrangler overlanding rig. The purpose of this build is to give Mark and his service dog, Forrest, a reliable, functional, and safe vehicle to pilot the Trans-America Trail which spans the continental United States from East to West coast.

 “We built a great platform for Mark to build on further, since he has a lot of other mods in mind—this was just the start! I’m excited to see Mark and Forrest on their way and watch the adventure unfold.”—Ryan Houck

Going off-road with your truck? You’ll need a tire that is intended for off-road use. There are a lot of choices in off-road tires, so make sure to choose the best one for your truck and its capabilities. Choosing the right tire can have a lot of benefits but choosing the wrong tire can become costly.

Always do your research and choose the best off-road tire that your budget allows. Because when it comes to off-roading, having the right tire combination can be beneficial in certain off-roading circumstances.

ExtremeTerrain’s Clean Trails Program - $20,000+ Donated

PAOLI, Pa. (May 29, 2019) – ExtremeTerrain, the auto parts retailer known for customizing Jeep Wranglers and Toyota pick-ups, continues to give back through the Clean Trail Initiative program in 2019. Launched in 2015, the program seeks to reward local clubs and organizations with small, project-specific, grants to be used for trail maintenance and restoration. In the approximately 4 years since it started, the program has given out $21,650 in trail project grant funds.