Name: The 4xe Experiment Ends: What Comes Next?
Uploaded: 2026-01-15T07:29:43+00:00
Duration: 59 min 3 s
Description: Join Tony and April on the **Jeep Talk Show** flagship episode for a casual, fun catch-up chat after a three-week break! In this laid-back discussion, they dive into hot Jeep topics, share personal ta

24 days ago

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Join Tony and April on the **Jeep Talk Show** flagship episode for a casual, fun catch-up chat after a three-week break! In this laid-back discussion, they dive into hot Jeep topics, share personal takes, and keep the laughs rolling.

Key highlights include:

- **Jeep's discontinuation of the 4xe plug-in hybrid models** (Wrangler and Grand Cherokee) for 2026 – why it doesn't bother April (old-school simplicity wins), range anxiety fears, charging challenges in rural areas, and how PHEVs sometimes traded capability for electrification quirks.

- **Mud Terrain (MT) tires vs. lockers** – which upgrade to prioritize first? They agree: go tires first for better overall traction (rocks, mud, emergencies), then add lockers. April shares her approach of testing without lockers first to learn the Jeep's limits and reduce drivetrain stress.

- **Ham radio vs. GMRS for emergency/off-road comms** – Tony questions if ham is phasing out with modern tech (satellites, internet), but April champions GMRS (easy, no test, family license, Midland's Jeep-friendly setups like the MXT series with integrated mics for tight dashes). Great for trails where cell service fails!

- **Wrangler 392 pricing gripes** – recent price drops (like the 2026 Moab 392 coming in ~$20K cheaper), the thrill of that Hemi V8 roar, and why it's worth the premium (plus jealousy over friends' new ones).

- **Off-road pet peeves** from the round table fireside chat crew: dropdown steps on rock sliders, loud concert-level speakers blasting music on trails, rear dual-exit exhausts getting mangled, oversized wheels, hitch sliders, and trail judgment.

- Bonus: Tony plugs his new interview-focused show **Tony Muckleroy** (check it out on YouTube/Spotify for paranormal chats, preppers, and more wide-ranging topics).

If you're a Jeep owner, off-roader, or just love the community vibe, this episode is full of relatable rants, practical advice, and good-natured banter. Hit play for trail stories, gear tips, and that classic Jeep passion!

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00:00 Show Introduction and Host Reunion
01:59 Discussion on Jeep 4byE Discontinuation and Pricing
04:09 Battery Range Concerns and Off‑Road Suitability
06:39 Charging Anxiety and Location Factors
08:56 Jeep as Family: Comparing Pets to Vehicles
09:13 Winch, Recovery Gear, and Off‑Road Equipment
12:00 Tires, Lockers, and Traction Choices
12:47 Lockers vs. Tires: First Upgrade Debate
15:50 Further Thoughts on Lockers and Tire Strategy
16:43 Introducing Ham Radio vs. GMRS for New Off‐Roaders
16:55 Ham Radio vs GMRS Overview
17:19 Ham Radio Benefits and Use Cases
24:01 Antenna Setups and Radio Range Details
27:23 Handheld and Spotter Communications
29:36 Future Outlook for Ham Radio and GMRS Preference
31:11 Jeep Pricing, Upsell Strategies, and $3.92 Debate
33:42 Gladiator Pricing, Color Preferences, and Vehicle Features
35:57 Show Format, New Episodes, and Roundtable Plans
38:34 Round Table Controversial Off‐Road Mod Ban Debate
56:36 Nicky G!
57:07 Closing Remarks, Promotions, and Listener Engagement