History

The Bear Is Born

Yukon Gear & Axle commences manufacturing and distribution operations in Everett, WA.

Patterned after the famous Powr-Lok, Yukon improves the design for better performance characteristics and durability.

A second warehouse opens in Franklin, TN offering next day ground service to the East Coast.

Improved version of the Traction-Lok for Ford 9-inch dropout diffs is introduced.

Faster Shipping, West Coast

A third warehouse opens in Fresno, CA offering next day ground shipping service to California.

Yukon’s torque-sensing, clutch-type limited slip positraction unit with four-spring preloaded mechanisms hits the scene.

Yukon’s air-operated, selectable locker with a forged case and stout 4320 chromoly internals debuts.

Grizzly Locker

Yukon’s automatic/mechanical locker that features speed sensing lock-up and robust forged 8620 construction drops.

Bear Logo

Yukon officially trademarks its iconic purple and white Bear and Shield logo.

Best In The Business Warranty

Yukon offers $2,000 collateral damage warranty to its Zip Locker and Grizzly Locker products.

Super Joint

This u-joint features heat-treated 4340 chromoly cross and induction-hardened, cold-extruded 4140 caps.

Ultra4 Racing

Yukon teams with Ultra4 Racing as an official sponsor to support off-road racing and test our products in competition under the most extreme conditions.

Diff Wizard

Yukon introduces its driveline parts configurator, a first-of-its-kind technology.

Faster Shipping, Nationwide

Service is improved to the Midwest by opening a fourth warehouse in Florence, KY.

Yukon and parent company, RANDYS Worldwide, partner with Linsalata Capital.

The Yukon Extended Service (YES) Plan that adds a no questions asked lifetime warranty to select Yukon Gear & Axle products is created.

Differential Tool Program

Yukon rolls out its wide-ranging differential tool program in support of mechanics and wrench-turning enthusiasts everywhere.

Faster Shipping, Nationwide

Service expands in the South by opening a distribution center in Arlington, TX.

Yukon and parent company, RANDYS Worldwide, partner with Tailwind Capital.

Master Installer Training

Yukon establishes a comprehensive three-day training program so existing mechanics and technicians can build on their skills and take their careers to the next level.

Southern Rock Racing Series

Yukon forms partnership with Southern Rock Racing Series to support off-road racing in the Southeast.