Jeep Wrangler Popemobile Being Used for US Tour
The Jeep Wrangler will serve as the Popemobile when Pope Francis tours the U.S. next month.
Fitting in with Pope Francis’s vision of wanting more “frugal” cars as Popemobiles, The Vatican has confirmed a Jeep Wrangler will be used during the pope’s U.S. visit from September 22 to 27. The Popemobile will be similar to the one Pope Francis used during his trip to Ecuador in July. Unlike previous popes, Pope Francis favors open-air cars that allow him to interact with those on the roadways during his tours, a far cry from the past enclosed glass vehicles of traditional, bulletproof Popemobiles.
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If the Jeep Wrangler Popemobile used in the U.S. is the same as the one used in Ecuador, expect a glass-front roof with open side. The Vatican said that the vehicle is already in Secret Service possession and won’t be on view until Pope Francis begins his tour next month.
Other Popemobiles used by Pope Francis include a Fiat hatchback in Brazil, a Kia Soul in South Korea and a Hyundai Santa Fe convertible that is used to escort him around Vatican City.
[Source: The Detroit Bureau]
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Jason Siu began his career in automotive journalism in 2003 with Modified Magazine, a property previously held by VerticalScope. As the West Coast Editor, he played a pivotal role while also extending his expertise to Modified Luxury & Exotics and Modified Mustangs. Beyond his editorial work, Jason authored two notable Cartech books. His tenure at AutoGuide.com saw him immersed in the daily news cycle, yet his passion for hands-on evaluation led him to focus on testing and product reviews, offering well-rounded recommendations to AutoGuide readers. Currently, as the Content Director for VerticalScope, Jason spearheads the content strategy for an array of online publications, a role that has him at the helm of ensuring quality and consistency across the board.
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