Wrangler will remain body-on-frame, sources say

The Wrangler's frame construction is considered vital to its off-road capabilities by Jeep enthusiasts because it adds strength, rigidity and durability.

October 23, 2014 05:00 AM

DETROIT -- The next-generation Jeep Wrangler will continue to be a body-on-frame vehicle and won’t switch to unibody construction, Automotive News has learned.

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