The Jeep Gladiator is a lifestyle pick-up with all the capability of the famed Wrangler. It is an authentic statement of Jeep brand heritage, featuring the historic box side-mounted sp6are of past models. This “Flexible Utility Truck,” featuring an open-air canvas top, an expandable truck bed and a stow-away rear-seat cushion, has a rugged functionality only found in Jeep.

Given North America's unrelenting desire for more 'pickup' trucks, the Next Car Team suspects Jeep will market a similar vehicle to the Gladiator, within a relatively short time frame.

The Gladiator concept truck is expected to make its public debut in January, at one of the two major American motor shows, which will be held in Los Angeles and Detroit.