Since Jeep® first rolled off the assembly line during World War II, Toledo, Ohio, has been its home. Willys-Overland Motors first began production in 1941, creating the perfect military vehicle. When the war neared its end, the company recognized that the military-oriented vehicle was popular among civilians, too—so it decided to produce the Jeep CJ for the public. Read full … Read More
City celebrates 75-year love affair at Toledo Jeep Fest
1,000 vehicles run in parade, about 40,000 attend downtown gathering. Read full story and see photo gallery: http://www.toledoblade.com/Automotive/2016/08/14/City-celebrates-75-year-love-affair-at-Toledo-Jeep-Fest-1-000-vehicles-run-in-parade-untold-numbers-of-people-attend.html
Toledo’s first ever “Jeep Fest”
In advance of Toledo’s first ever Jeep® Fest is this weekend, an appreciation day was held on Friday for all the volunteers, sponsors and even partners. The Jeep fest celebrates 75 years of building the iconic brand right here in the Glass City. Source: http://nbc24.com/news/local/toledos-first-ever-jeep-fest
Jeep Fest parade draws big crowd
TOLEDO (13abc Action News) – A crowd estimated at 30,000 people watched the first Jeep® Fest parade roll through downtown Toledo Saturday. Nearly 1,000 Jeep vehicles from the past 75 years delighted fans gathered along Huron Street. Rain cleared out shortly before the 11:00am start and showers stayed away during the 90 minute parade. Other Jeep Fest activities continued throughout … Read More
Man behind Toledo Jeep Fest bridged plant troubles
Jerry Huber started in Jeep®’s paint shop and rose to lead the manufacturing operations. He made significant changes that eased the simmering management-union feud. Read full article: http://www.toledoblade.com/Automotive/2016/08/09/Man-behind-Toledo-Jeep-Fest-bridged-plant-troubles.html