Duck-Duck-Jeep in Porterville, CA

Why Do Jeep® Vehicles Have Ducks on Them?

If that's a question you've been wondering about, you're not the first to ask. Ducking is a time-honored practice among Jeep owners and it's a tradition that's been going on for years. Here's some information about how it began, and how it's developed into a global custom. We'll explain the practice here and invite you to find out more at Porterville Chrysler Jeep Dodge in Porterville, CA.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Jeep "Ducking" and how did it start?

In 2020, a Canadian woman named Allison Parliament was traveling from her home in the United States to visit family and friends in Ontario. That's when she suffered a physical and verbal assault at a rest stop. Naturally she was very upset by the experience, and yet she turned it into something positive. She decided to spread an encouraging message by placing a rubber duck she bought at a nearby store on a Jeep vehicle she found in the parking lot. Before she left the rubber duck, she wrote a friendly note on it.

Why do Jeep vehicles get ducked?

Because of this remarkable, spontaneous act of kindness, "Duck Duck Jeep" culture has become a viral tradition that's practiced by Jeep owners in communities like Visalia, CA and throughout the world. The reason Jeep vehicles get "ducked" is simply to spread kind messages from one Jeep owner to another. If you'd like to get involved, the first step is to get acquainted with the rules of Jeep ducking.

So what are the rules?

The primary rule in Jeep ducking is simply to avoid overthinking it. It's intended to be fun and lighthearted so we encourage Tulare, CA Jeep owners to follow their own personal approach to this practice. Nevertheless, there are some ground rules that Jeep duckers follow to help keep this a positive tradition:

  • If you write a note on a duck, keep it wholesome, positive and family-friendly. It's important to avoid using inappropriate language or negative phrases.
  • It's essential to keep the rubber duck on the outside of the vehicle even if you notice that the window is open. You don't want the Jeep owner to feel like someone was violating their space.
  • Be sure the duck is clearly visible to the owner of the Jeep. Putting the duck out of sight is something to avoid.
  • Jeep ducking is a practice that's intended primarily for Jeep vehicles. Someone in Delano, CA who isn't a Jeep driver but who appreciates the brand might want to leave a rubber duck on a Jeep vehicle and become part of the tradition.

What are Jeep duck ponds?

A duck pond is simply a Jeep term for a large collection of rubber ducks. After you've owned a Jeep vehicle for quite a while, you might start collecting these toys and may even find a fun way to put them on display. For example, some Exeter, CA Jeep owners might arrange ducks on their windshields or hoods for everyone to enjoy. Other owners are kind enough to give away ducks they have received to their fellow Jeep drivers. It's another way to have fun with Jeep ownership and identify with the community.

Other Jeep traditions

Ducking is just one form of Jeep community bonding that's enjoyed by Jeep owners in cities like Bakersfield, CA. Another tradition is the Jeep Wave, a practice of greeting one another with a friendly wave while driving your Jeep SUV or truck. The practice is so popular the brand even began a loyalty program known as "The Jeep Wave." Another Jeep tradition is the Jeep Jamboree, an event where Jeep off-roaders hits the trails together. We can tell you more about the many benefits of Jeep ownership when you visit us at Porterville Chrysler Jeep Dodge in Porterville, CA.