There are many theories about the Jeep name's origins and what it stands for, but the meaning of letters "CJ" attached to first Willys-Overland CJ-2A models offered to the public isn't up for debate.

A direct descendant of the little off-road vehicle that helped the Allies win WWII, the Jeep CJ models have been the staple of civilian four-wheel drive cars from 1945 to 1986. Through several ...

Today, the base off-road Jeep is the timeless Wrangler. However, ardent fans know that it's only been around since the 1987 model year, and all the other 4x4s before it are actually CJs. Younger Jeep ...