ELKHART — Dometic, a global RV appliance manufacturer, was so excited about the return of awning manufacturing and distribution to northern Indiana that it rented billboard space to trumpet the news.

If you happened to be checking out Gear Patrol back in March (and why wouldn’t you??), you may have noticed a little story about Jeep filing for a patent on a pretty unique rooftop tent concept.

Pictured here is the ARTT concept topping the 2025 Easter Jeep Safari Wrangler 4xe Sunchaser Concept at the 2025 Overland Expo West in Flagstaff, Arizona. It's one of those things that makes you ...

At the 2025 Overland Expo West, Jeep set up a wild new rooftop tent and awning system. For those in the overlanding culture, a rooftop tent and a fold-out awning are must haves for those not ...