STOCKDORF, Germany and PLYMOUTH, Massachusetts, May 30, 2018 /PRNewswire/ — Webasto, the world market leader for convertible roofs, provides the Sky One-Touch Power Top for the all-new 2018 Jeep® Wrangler, the most capable SUV ever. FCA US LLC recently recognized “the commitment, performance and partnership” demonstrated by Webasto with an Innovation Supplier of the Year award.
Having been instrumental in the creation of the SUV convertible segment, Webasto is now moving ahead with another innovative automatic soft top.
At the evening event of the award ceremony (f.l.t.r.): Marvin Washington (Director of Body, Exterior and Raw Materials Purchasing FCA), Scott Thiele (Chief Purchasing Officer FCA), Walter Pecho (President, Webasto Convertibles GmbH)
Great technological challenges served as an incentive for the experts for open-air driving to forge the ultimate in adventure, convenience and luxury. This combination of high-end technology and unique requirements formed the interesting challenge for Webasto. In the process, it created a unique open air driving experience.
This marks the first time that a folding soft top has pinch protection if the front edge of the roof encounters resistance. Not to be overlooked, the aerodynamics: extra roof bows were added, to prevent flapping when the vehicle’s doors and side windows are removed.
Comfort and convenience are also important hallmarks of Webasto. The roof allows occupants to retract the full-length open canvas roof with a push of a button. When open, the convertible system does not take up trunk space, since the folding roof slides behind the C-column. The rear side window opens manually and is attached to the vehicle frame with quick-release fasteners. Easily accessible, both the left and right windows can be removed individually, with no tools needed. They can be easily stowed in a carry bag made by Webasto that comes with the car. More information can be found here and at www.webasto-group.com.
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