AUBURN HILLS, Mich.,
Oct. 22,
2024 /PRNewswire/ --
- Third time in four years veteran competitors Nena Barlow and Teralin Petereit have stood atop
the podium with the Jeep® brand
- 1,500-mile Rebelle Rally is the first and only women's off-road
navigation rally in the United
States, blending the love of driving with the ultimate
challenge of precise navigation
- First year and first win at Rebelle for Jeep Gladiator Mojave,
the only Jeep brand vehicle to carry the Desert Rated badge,
combining a new level of capability with the ability to master
high-speed desert and sand terrain
- Jeep 4x4 vehicles have earned seven of nine overall wins since
inaugural Rebelle Rally
The dust has settled on the 2024 Rebelle Rally, and once again
veteran competitors Nena Barlow and
Teralin Petereit stand atop the podium with
Jeep® brand.
For the third time in four years, Barlow and Petereit, Team
#129, earned both the overall win and Bone Stock category win in a
Jeep vehicle, competing for the first time in a 2024 Jeep
Gladiator midsize pickup.
The Rebelle Rally is the first and only women's off-road
navigation rally in the United
States, blending the love of driving with the ultimate
challenge of precise navigation. No GPS, cell phones or personal
support crews are permitted. The off-road competition takes place
over eight days and 1,500 miles across the Nevada and California deserts.
"Congratulations to Nena and Teralin on their incredible victory
at the 2024 Rebelle Rally behind the wheel of a 2024 Jeep Gladiator
Mojave," said Bob Broderdorf, senior
vice president and head of Jeep brand North America. "Their class and overall wins
are a testament to their skill, perseverance and teamwork, as well
as the unmatched Desert Rated capabilities of Jeep Gladiator
Mojave. We also extend our congratulations to the 16 private teams
that completed the Rebelle Rally with their personal Jeep vehicles.
Your trust in our vehicles, along with your endurance and
achievements, inspires everyone in the Jeep community."
Team #129 - Nena Barlow and
Teralin Petereit
Based in Arizona, Nena Barlow runs Barlow Adventures, offering
four-wheel-drive training, Jeep SUV rentals and guided trips
throughout the southwestern United
States. Teralin Petereit, a nurse from Utah, has embraced off-roading as a hobby,
navigating numerous trails and competitions over the years. Barlow
and Petereit are among the most accomplished Rebelle Rally
veterans, having competed in a combined 16 rallies (four as
teammates) and securing individual podium finishes 14
times.
"The course was rough, the competition was tough, but it was
like the Mojave was built for
exactly this rally," said Barlow. "We ran hard for all eight days
and used all the advantages that the Mojave gave us with the fast desert suspension
and the rear locker for climbing rocky hills. Me, Teralin and the
Mojave finished whole and
happy!"
Said Rebelle Rally Founder Emily
Miller: "Barlow, Petereit and Jeep remain a winning
combination at the Rebelle Rally. Not only did the Jeep Gladiator
Mojave perform flawlessly, capturing the win, but did it as a Bone
Stock vehicle with no modifications. Impressive."
2024 Jeep Gladiator Mojave = King of the Desert
The only Jeep brand vehicle to carry the Desert Rated badge, the
Gladiator Mojave combines new-for-2024 features, including standard
side-curtain air bags and a 12.3-inch Uconnect touchscreen radio,
with new levels of capability and the ability to master high-speed
desert and sand terrains. Flourishing in dry, unforgiving
environments, Gladiator Mojave features a reinforced frame and
axles, strengthened iron steering knuckles and an enhanced
suspension with segment exclusive FOX hydraulic jounce bumpers.
This high-speed desert racer is made to conquer the
dunes.
The Desert Rated Gladiator Mojave has been developed against a
series of strenuous tests in five categories: ride control and
stability, traction, ground clearance, maneuverability and desert
prowess.
- Ride Control and Stability: With a groundbreaking desert-tuned
suspension, Gladiator Mojave tackles undulating desert terrain with
uncompromising control and comfort
- Traction: By strategically managing and delivering power,
Gladiator Mojave conquers unpredictable surfaces, such as sand,
gravel and loose dirt, with confidence
- Ground Clearance: Maximized running clearances with an
optimized suspension allow Gladiator Mojave to crest dunes, blast
through whoops and anything else the desert can throw at
it
- Maneuverability: Nimble and responsive handling allows
Gladiator Mojave to become an extension of the driver when swiftly
navigating desert terrain and climbing extreme angles
- Desert Prowess: Tested and proven to withstand the intense
heat, coarse sand, loose gravel and intrusive dust that accompany
unforgiving desert environments
Rebelle Rally
The Rebelle Rally is the longest competitive off-road rally for
women in the United States,
traversing more than 1,500 miles through Nevada and California's iconic mountain and desert
terrain. The endurance competition consists of precision driving
and navigating and not fastest speed. The eight-day competition is
innovative and unique, using maps, compass, roadbooks and strategy
– known as Rebelle Format. There are no GPS, cell phones or
personal support crews. The Rebelle Rally is the ultimate proving
ground for people, products, and vehicles. It challenges and
pushes competitors and the vehicles they drive to the limits. Visit
RebelleRally.com for more information.
Jeep Brand
Built on more than 80 years of legendary heritage, Jeep® is the
authentic SUV brand that delivers legendary off-road capability,
interior refinement, high-tech features and versatility to people
who seek extraordinary journeys. The Jeep brand delivers an open
invitation to live life to the fullest by offering a broad
portfolio of vehicles that continues to provide owners with a sense
of safety and security to handle any journey with confidence. Jeep
Wave, a premium owner loyalty and customer care program that is
available to the entire Jeep 4x4 lineup, is filled with benefits
and exclusive perks to deliver Jeep brand owners the utmost care
and dedicated 24/7 support. The legendary Jeep brand's off-road
capability is enhanced by a global electrification initiative that
is transforming 4xe into the new 4x4. All Jeep brand vehicles in
North America will offer an
electrified variant by 2025.
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