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Christian Hazel

Christian Hazel

Editor, Petersen’s 4-Wheel & Off-Road

About Me

Christian Hazel is Editor In Chief of Jp Magazine, the world's largest and oldest Jeep-only publication. He's a life-long gearhead whose interest in anything mechanical or automotive took hold when he was just a little brat and hasgrown in interest and scope ever since. His career as an automotive journalist began in the late 1990s when he joined the staff of Petersen's 4-Wheel & Off-Road Magazine, eventually becoming Technical Editor before transitioning over as Technical Editor and then Editor In Chief of Jp magazine. He has written for numerous Source Interlink Media titles including Four Wheeler, Diesel Power, 4x4 Garage, and others as well as contributing to SEMA newsletters and serving as industry and marketing consultant to various OE and aftermarket manufacturers. His body of written work is as vast and varied as his list of project vehicles, with editorial stories ranging from full throwdown shootouts, new product and vehicle reviews, entertainment pieces, competition articles and videos, and in-depth technical reviews, installations, and how-to stories. You're more likely to find Christian behind the wheel of a vintage Willys, Kaiser, or AMC-era Jeep than a brand-new, shiny modern model. For Christian, form follows function, patina trumps paint, and Jeep is more a lifestyle than a brand name.

Articles Christian Contributed To (1024)

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Dirt Every Day Dunkin Dodge Refresh

Christian Hazel April 20, 2020

“Hey, it’s a Dodge!” I guarantee that’s what every Dodge guy or gal said when Fred and... » Read More

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There’s a Willys Pickup, Jeep CJ-6, and Dana 60 Axle in This Social Distance Shop Shelter

Christian Hazel April 17, 2020

With the rat race finally slowed to a snail’s pace, every day can be garage workshop day! We... » Read More

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Best of Moab: A Look Back at Hell’s Revenge Trail

Christian Hazel April 13, 2020

If you’ve ever heard of Tip Over Challenge, Escalator, Hell’s Gate, the Hot Tubs, Dragon’s... » Read More

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Jeeps Wheeling Pritchett Canyon in Moab

Christian Hazel April 13, 2020

Pritchett Canyon trail is one of our favorite places to wheel during Moab Easter Jeep Safari. A... » Read More

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How to Shrink a Humvee

Christian Hazel April 9, 2020

Fred and Dave are buddies of mine. If you ever met either of them, you’d find they’re just... » Read More

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15 Non-Jeep 4x4s from Moab Easter Jeep Safari

Christian Hazel April 8, 2020

We love Jeeps. We love going to Moab for Easter Jeep Safari. And we love finding cool Jeeps of... » Read More

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25 Classic Jeeps from Moab Easter Jeep Safari

Christian Hazel April 6, 2020

The Moab Easter Jeep Safari is a bit of every recreational enthusiast 4×4 activity rolled into... » Read More

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Tuffy Security Jeep Gladiator Bed Storage Boxes

John Cappa April 6, 2020

Tuffy Security Products now offers a pickup bed storage system for the Jeep Gladiator. The... » Read More

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Top 10 Off Road Jeep Obstacles in Moab

Christian Hazel April 2, 2020

Normally we’d be loading up the 4×4 and heading to Moab, Utah, for the annual Easter Jeep... » Read More

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Driving on Sand

Christian Hazel April 2, 2020

Driving on sand is a really fun way to spend a stress-free day in your Jeep, SUV, pickup, or... » Read More

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Top 5 Truck Guns

Christian Hazel April 1, 2020

Let’s address the elephant gun in the room: With maybe one or two exceptions, none of the... » Read More

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Following Christian Hazel’s 1953 Willys Jeep Flatfender Build Through the Years

Christian Hazel March 26, 2020

With some sudden free time on my hands, I thought it’d be a hoot to row back through of my... » Read More

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Off-Road Essentials to Live Out of Your 4x4

Christian Hazel March 26, 2020

With over 20 years of Ultimate Adventure events under our belt, there’s one thing we know... » Read More

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Jeep 4.0L vs 4.6L Stroker

Christian Hazel March 24, 2020

I am building a 4.6L stroker (4.0L with a 4.2L crank and rods) for my 1994 Cherokee Sport and... » Read More

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Wilderness Survival Kit Guide

Christian Hazel March 20, 2020

Whether you’re just going off-grid to unwind or you’re looking to escape civilization during... » Read More

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How to Tie Down a Vehicle on a Trailer: Best Practices

Trenton McGee March 20, 2020

My question is, what is the proper way to tie down a vehicle when trailering? I have been told... » Read More

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Bushwacker Trail Armor Fender Flare Delete for Wrangler JL

Four Wheeler Staff March 19, 2020

Bushwacker introduces the Trail Armor Fender Flare Delete kit for the Jeep Wrangler JL. The new... » Read More

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Detroit Locker vs Selectable Locker for the Jeep Grand Cherokee ZJ with Ford 8.8 Axle

Trenton McGee March 19, 2020

I have a 1994 Grand Cherokee, 5.2 V-8, automatic, NP242, Dana 30 front and a Ford 8.8 rear with... » Read More

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Best Aluminum Radiator Upgrade for Wrangler

Trenton McGee March 18, 2020

I have 1994 Jeep YJ with a 4.0L HO straight six engine and three-speed automatic transmission.... » Read More

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Moab Restrictions for 2020 Easter Jeep Safari: What You Need to Know

Christian Hazel March 17, 2020

The annual Moab Jeep Safari is one event most 4×4 enthusiasts look forward to all year long... » Read More

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1972 Jeep J4000
1978 Jeep Cherokee Chief

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