American Expedition Vehicles

Truck Trend's Trevor Reed was in Moab, Utah this past April to check out the Brute Double Cab. When we took him out for a spin he came away with some lasting impressions of our latest pickup conversion. He was impressed with the on and off-road handling of our DualSport Suspension System as well as the level of refinement in the custom made composite bed. Check out the link for the full article and pictures.

Brute Force: A Factory-Quality Four-Door JK Truck from the Experts

Expedition Portal is now doing some of the most complete reviews of various specialty 4x4 vehicles in world. They recently got their hands on a couple of our HEMI V8 powered Jeep Wranglers but weren't content with just taking them off-road for the usual song and dance. Instead, they brought in Baja 1000 winner and Toyota/Lexus factory test driver Joe Bacal and had him push our Jeep to the limits on an Arizona road course that was built for high-powered aerodynamic sports cars, not lifted off road vehicles to show just how impressive these vehicles are for everyday use.

In this video from expeditionportal.com Joe uses the 390 horsepower, 5.7L VVT HEMI V8 to throw our Wrangler into the corners. With finely-tuned balance, predictably and minimal body roll Joe shows why AEV's DualSport suspension system is not only known as the best off road suspension system in the industry, but the best on road as well.

Later in the video Scott Brady shows some of the fun they had in Moab this year with a 4.5" lifted AEV Wrangler on 37" tires. Our Jeep performed flawlessly on both Cliffhanger and Steel Bender, further showing the varying capabilities of our Jeeps and why Scott Brady calls AEV Jeeps "the most impressive trucks we've ever checked out."

Visit expeditionportal.com for all the best information on overland travel.

You've seen them on our Brute Double Cab for months and now we're proud to announce the release of our popular Savegre Wheel in Argent. The Savegre design offers the blend of style and performance that AEV has come to be known for. Like all AEV wheels, the Savegre includes a hub-centric design that takes the load off of the wheel studs and places it squarely on the hub where it belongs. Recessed valve stems ensure trouble-free off-roading even in tight spots. And most importantly, they were designed for Jeeps, not as a one-size-fits-all aftermarket wheel. They have a JK-specific offset, which provides the optimal balance of tire clearance (up to 37” tires), scrub radius, and handling.

Purchase the Savegre Wheels in Argent today!

Automobile Magazine recently paid AEV a visit so they could take the Brute Double Cab for a spin. Despite being a pre-production model, they were impressed with the thoughtful design AEV put into the Double Cab and noted that our truck is on par with OEM standards. We love hearing that because with every product we create we strive for a look, fit and finish that compliments and enhances your on and off-road experience. When you choose AEV we truly want you to feel like you've chosen the best and we think we've achieved that with the Brute Double Cab.

Click here to read Automobile Magazine's full article on their Brute Double Cab test drive.

It’s the middle of March, time for a quick Brute Double Cab update, so we asked AEV’s President and Lead Designer Dave Harriton about the project recently. Here’s what he said:

“The Brute Double Cab we showed at SEMA ‘11 was built from a combination of production and prototype parts, and while it came together great for the show, it was far from a production model. Fast forward a few months, and the first parts of the final sheetmetal for the cab have just hit my desk for review, and I’m happy to report that they look great. We recently started building Brute #2 in Missoula, cutting our beloved Savegre in two. This build will be completely production-intent, and will be used to finalize all of the production components. From there the action shifts to our Wixom, MI facility where work will begin shortly on Brute #3. This build will be used to develop the vehicle build process that will be used for production volumes.

The most significant development work remaining revolves around fine-tuning the chassis and the suspension. Chassis development is being finalized right now, and once that is dialed in we can turn our attention to the suspension. Because of the changes in wheelbase and weight, our standard four door rear JK spring doesn’t deliver the level of ride and handling that we want on the Brute Double Cab, so we are developing a new rear spring specifically for the Brute. This will enable us to tweak the ride, frequency and load capacity specifically for the Brute Double Cab.”

Based on our current development timeline combined with production lead times on some of the critical components, we are shifting our projection for production launch from mid year to the fourth quarter. The response to the Brute Double Cab has been fantastic, and we already have a long and growing waiting list. The initial launch will be opened up first to current owners of AEV vehicles as well as to AEV’s network of certified Jeep dealers, and then to the general public after that. To get your name on the waiting list, please contact Jeff Clark at 248-926-0256 x217. We expect to release pricing on the Brute Double Cab this summer.

Be sure to stop by AEV’s booth at the Moab Easter Jeep Safari to see the Brute Double Cab in person. We’ll be set up in the same spot as last year, in the parking lot of the Carquest on Main St.

AEV is pleased to announce the release of its new 6.4L HEMI Conversion Kits for 2007-2011 Jeep JK Wranglers. Like AEV's current 5.7L Conversion Kit, this new one will benefit from the same considerable attention to detail that AEV is so well known for. From the use of OE-style engine management to computer-tested wiring harnesses and perfectly fitted hard parts, AEV has carefully addressed all aspects of the conversion to create the most complete and user-friendly kit on the market. AEV has even developed a special glass filled nylon throttle body adapter to cleanly convert the 6.4L's left-hand-fed intake manifold with the Wrangler's right-hand-fed airbox.  This adapter comes pre-installed on a new variable length runner intake and was designed to provide full volume flow and performance and looks like a factory offering.

When AEV's new 6.4L HEMI Conversion Kit is combined with Chrysler's tremendously powerful 6.4L HEMI (470HP/470TQ), the result is a high-performance JK that puts more power to the ground than most muscle cars, while retaining the factory reliability and serviceability of a stock Wrangler.

Click here to learn more and purchase the 6.4L HEMI Conversion Kit

AEV is pleased to announce the release of its highly anticipated 2.5" DualSport XT Suspension System. As with AEV's taller suspensions, we've packed more engineering, features and handling into our 2.5" lift than any other suspension at its price point.

Like AEV's top-shelf 3.5" and 4.5" DualSport Systems, this kit is full-featured including exclusive frequency-tuned, triple-rate progressive coil springs matched with AEV custom-tuned Bilstein shocks. We've allowed enough clearance for 35" tires and the system is compatible with both gas and diesel engines. Handling has been improved thanks to a new rear trackbar tower and trackbar to correct roll-center geometry. This new suspension system offers a more user-friendly lift height and a more affordable price along with increased off-road performance and handling. Weight carrying abilities remain identical to our 3.5" and 4.5" Systems and allow for the use of our Front and Rear Bumpers plus accessories.

We know the new 2.5" DualSport XT will exceed expectations for what a 2.5" suspension can be, thanks to its unique combination of high performance, day-to-day usability and price point.

Check out the 2.5" DualSport XT product page for more info and purchasing

Click here for the 2.5" DualSport XT FAQ page

One of the most misunderstood products in off-roading is the beadlock wheel. The folks over at Petersen's 4-Wheel & Off-Road decided to dispel a few of those myths by walking through a home installation of an AEV Pintler Beadlock Wheel.

AEV's Beadlock Wheels are designed specifically for Jeeps and differentiate themselves from other beadlock wheels in that the beadlocks are cast — as opposed to cut and welded — to ensure structural integrity.

Our customers have come to expect a high level of attention to design and function from AEV products and our Beadlock Wheels are a prime example of why. With a hub-centric design, recessed valve stems, TPMS compatibility and a lifetime structural warranty you can rest assured that when you need to air down to single digits our Beadlock Wheels will perform the way you need them to.

Click Here to visit the Petersen's 4-Wheel & Off-Road "Backyard Beadlock Install" article and learn how to do it yourself!

AEV is proud to announce the release of our genuine Cordura® Seat Covers for the 2007-2012 Jeep Wrangler. Made from one of the toughest materials on the planet, AEV Seat Covers offer the ultimate protection for your seats. They’re made to stand up to toughest conditions, from the rainy season in Costa Rica to a Jeep full of rambunctious kids and pets. Made of waterproof, 1000 denier Cordura®, they are more durable and longer lasting than neoprene seat covers, and offer better water protection by repelling water away from your seats.  These covers will last for years.

We've engineered our Seat Covers to fit snugly over your seats using easy hook-and-loop fasteners for quick, secure installation. They will not interfere with the motion of your seat, and still allow full folding, sliding, tumbling forward and laying back. Removal is also an easy process, making AEV's Seat Covers ideal for temporary or year-round protection.  Keeping these covers looking new is a cinch, simply machine launder with cool water and drip-dry.

Our seat covers are available in 3 colors:

• Khaki (to match 07-10 khaki interiors)
• Saddle (to match 11+ saddle interiors)
• Black (to match darker interiors from any model year)

Note: Not recommended for use on vehicles with side air bags, may adversely affect performance.
Note: Head rest covers not available

Visit our Cordura^® Seat Covers page to purchase them today!

AEV is pleased to announce the launch of its new Splash Guards for its popular JK Wrangler Rear Bumper. These new molded guards are designed to meet most international and US highway regulations for tire coverage and will help keep mud and debris under control.

Click here to check splash guard / tire coverage laws in your state.

Constructed from flexible and durable polyethylene, AEV has molded these Splash Guards to perfectly match the contour of the Rear Bumper's rock tubes and water tanks. Installation takes less than 10 minutes and requires no cutting, drilling or fiddling with exotic fasteners. Simply hold the Splash Guards in place and secure them with the supplied stainless bolts to the threaded inserts already molded into the water tanks. And it's just as easy to remove the Splash Guards when they're not needed.

Visit our Splash Guards product page to purchase!