Not Just Transportation - Driving a Jeep is a Lifestyle

Anyone who drives a Jeep, especially a Jeep Wrangler, knows their vehicle is more than a way to get from point A to point B. Jeeps are a lifestyle - many drivers customize their vehicles to fit their personalities. You may see Jeeps cruising around town with flocks of rubber ducks on the dash, but did you know that Jeeps are also loaded with Easter eggs?

If you have a Jeep built in 1997 or later, your SUV has several Easter eggs decorating the interior and exterior. Many are hidden, so if you’re struggling to find them, bring your Jeep to Hilltop Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram so our friendly team can help with the search.

What’s a Jeep Easter Egg?

Easter eggs on Jeeps date back to 1997, and they appear on all Jeep models. Designer Michael Santoro is credited with placing the first Easter egg in a Jeep vehicle, and many of the newer models pay homage to the Jeep lifestyle with flip-flops, the 7-slot grille design, and American flags. Some models display their icons on the wheels or near the windshield wipers. Others have hidden Easter eggs tucked away in the engine compartment or near the headlights.

One of the more unique icons is the Loch Ness monster, which appears on the Jeep Compass. The Jeep Renegade is loaded with Easter eggs, with the unique Sasquatch appearing in unexpected locations. You might also find Morse code or the number 419 engraved into hiding spots on your Jeep.

Where to Find Them?

Jeep Easter eggs appear in familiar places like on the windshield, near the windshield wipers, and on the wheels. You might be lucky enough to find them on your floor mats, on the rear hatch, or near the charging port - if you have a Jeep Grand Cherokee 4xe or Wrangler 4xe plug-in hybrid EV.

When Jeep Gladiator drivers turn on their vehicles, they’ll find a Willys Jeep changing into a Gladiator on their digital dash screen. They’ll also find a “since 1941” emblazoned on the trim near the windshield wipers.

The Jeep with the most Easter eggs is the Renegade. Jeep discontinued the Renegade in 2023, but not before loading the newest models with up to 30 hidden Easter eggs. If you’ve got a Renegade, you’ll find icons on the headlights, in cupholders, on the door sills, in the fuel door, and in various cubbies.

Explore the Jeep Lineup at Hilltop Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram in Richmond, California

Whether you celebrate Jeep ducking or you enjoy searching for Easter eggs, there’s no doubt that owning a Jeep is a true joy. You can explore the Jeep lineup and pick the model with the most Easter eggs at Hilltop Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram, which is conveniently located near San Pablo and Hercules.