SPOT Introduces the New SPOT Gen4 Jeep® Special Edition Satellite Messenger
October 05 2020 - 8:30AM
Business Wire
Essential safety gear for the Jeep
adventurer
SPOT LLC, a wholly-owned subsidiary of Globalstar, Inc. (NYSE
American: GSAT) and leader in satellite messaging and emergency
notification technologies, today announced the launch of the SPOT
Gen4 Jeep Special Edition Satellite GPS Messenger™. This product
launch is the latest addition to the SPOT family after the recent
release of the SPOT X Jeep Edition 2-way Satellite Messenger, and
the earlier announced licensing deal with the Jeep brand.
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SPOT Gen4 Jeep Edition (Photo: Business
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SPOT Gen4 Jeep Special Edition offers affordable personal
tracking, one touch check-in and S.O.S. emergency response
technology. Users can view live or historical tracks and share
their location or trip with others in the SPOT Mapping interface.
The SPOT Gen4 Jeep Edition is part of an award-winning product
portfolio that provides a vital line of communication with friends,
family, and the GEOS International Emergency Response Coordination
Center (IERCC) using GPS location and satellite connectivity
powered by Globalstar.
“The new SPOT Gen4 Jeep Edition was designed for outdoor
enthusiasts; it’s the perfect personal safety device for
adventurists continuing their journeys off the road and off the
grid,” said Dave Kagan, CEO of Globalstar, Inc. “We’re proud to
introduce this new product to the Jeep community and its
overlanding freedom seekers to keep them connected where the road
ends and exploration awaits.”
SPOT Gen4 Jeep Special Edition features include the
following:
- Design – The new Gen4 Jeep Edition has a sleek look and
secure grip with help and S.O.S. button covers that snap in place.
It’s rugged, small and includes a multi-use carabiner and
strap.
- IP68 Rating– Offers water resistance up to 30 minutes at
two meters.
- Motion Activated Tracking – The SPOT Gen4 Jeep Edition
sends tracks at a chosen rate for as long as the device is turned
on and moving, as an alternative to continuous tracking while
extending battery life. Alerts can be set to send when movement is
detected or upon entry and exit of specific geographic areas.
- SPOT Mapping – SPOT Gen4 Jeep Edition users can also
access SPOT Mapping upon service activation. View historical maps
that show track points of your favorite trips in your Jeep, and
easily share SPOT locations in near real time with friends and
family for added peace of mind.
- Map Views – Options to view maps in light or dark mode,
satellite, open street map or terrain.
- Shared Views – Unlimited with easy interface to share
locations.
- Alerts – User set and system generated for emergency or
custom messages, new movement, no movement, check in and help.
- Geofencing – Create virtual geographic boundaries and
set custom alerts.
- Upgrades– Available for additional mapping
features.
Coverage:
SPOT provides ubiquitous satellite coverage, including Canada,
United States, Mexico, Europe, Australia, Northern and Southern
Africa, portions of South America and North-Eastern Asia as well as
hundreds of thousands of miles offshore. See our coverage map for
additional global coverage details.
Pricing and Product Availability Information:
SPOT Gen4 Jeep Edition is available online at
www.FindMeSpot.com/Jeep. The device retails for $149.99 with a
variety of service plans available, beginning at $11.95 per
month.
About SPOT:
SPOT LLC, a subsidiary of Globalstar, Inc., provides affordable
satellite communication and tracking devices for recreational and
business use. SPOT messaging devices use both the GPS satellite
network and the Globalstar satellite network to transmit and
receive text messages and GPS coordinates. Since 2007, SPOT has
provided peace of mind by allowing customers to remain in contact
with family, friends and co-workers, completely independent of
cellular coverage and has helped initiate over 7,000 rescues
worldwide. For more information, visit FindMeSPOT.com.
Note that all SPOT products described in this press release are
the products of SPOT LLC, which is not affiliated in any manner
with Spot Image of Toulouse, France or Spot Image Corporation of
Chantilly, Virginia. SPOT Connect is a trademark of Spot LLC. All
other trademarks are the property of their respective owners.
About Jeep:
Built on more than 75 years of legendary heritage, Jeep is the
authentic SUV with class-leading capability, craftsmanship and
versatility for people who seek extraordinary journeys. The Jeep
brand delivers an open invitation to live life to the fullest by
offering a full line of vehicles that continue to provide owners
with a sense of security to handle any journey with confidence.
The Jeep vehicle lineup consists of the Cherokee, Compass,
Gladiator, Grand Cherokee, Renegade and Wrangler. To meet consumer
demand around the world, all Jeep models sold outside North America
are available in both left- and right-hand drive configurations and
with gasoline and diesel powertrain options. Jeep is part of the
portfolio of brands offered by global automaker Fiat Chrysler
Automobiles. For more information regarding FCA (NYSE: FCAU/ MTA:
FCA), please visit www.fcagroup.com.
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Denise Davila Corporate Communications Manager, Globalstar
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