Our History
Yukon Gear & Axle® was founded on the premise that superior materials, advanced manufacturing techniques, and obsessive quality control will produce unrivaled performance. That’s why our products are sought after by enthusiasts who run off road, on the street, and at the track. Give us a try and experience the Yukon Advantage for yourself.
| 2001 |
The Bear Is Born |
Yukon Gear & Axle commences manufacturing and distribution operations in Everett, WA. |
| 2001 | Powr-Lok |
Patterned after the famous Powr-Lok, Yukon improves the design for better performance characteristics and durability. |
| 2001 | Faster Shipping, East Coast |
A second warehouse opens in Franklin, TN offering next day ground service to the East Coast. |
| 2004 | Dura Grip T/L |
Improved version of the Traction-Lok for Ford 9-inch dropout diffs is introduced. |
| 2005 |
Faster Shipping, West Coast |
A third warehouse opens in Fresno, CA offering next day ground shipping service to California. |
| 2006 | Dura Grip |
Yukon’s torque-sensing, clutch-type limited slip positraction unit with four-spring preloaded mechanisms hits the scene. |
| 2009 | Zip Locker |
Yukon’s air-operated, selectable locker with a forged case and stout 4320 chromoly internals debuts. |
| 2009 |
Grizzly Locker |
Yukon’s automatic/mechanical locker that features speed sensing lock-up and robust forged 8620 construction drops. |
| 2010 |
Bear Logo |
Yukon officially trademarks its iconic purple and white Bear and Shield logo. |
| 2010 |
Best In The Business Warranty |
Yukon offers $2,000 collateral damage warranty to its Zip Locker and Grizzly Locker products. |
| 2010 |
Super Joint |
This u-joint features heat-treated 4340 chromoly cross and induction-hardened, cold-extruded 4140 caps. |
| 2012 |
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. |
| 2013 |
Diff Wizard |
Yukon introduces its driveline parts configurator, a first-of-its-kind technology. |
| 2014 |
Faster Shipping, Nationwide |
Service is improved to the Midwest by opening a fourth warehouse in Florence, KY. |
| 2015 | Linsalata |
Yukon and parent company, RANDYS Worldwide, partner with Linsalata Capital. |
| 2015 | Y.E.S. Plan |
The Yukon Extended Service (YES) Plan that adds a no questions asked lifetime warranty to select Yukon Gear & Axle products is created. |
| 2016 |
Differential Tool Program |
Yukon rolls out its wide-ranging differential tool program in support of mechanics and wrench-turning enthusiasts everywhere. |
| 2018 |
Faster Shipping, Nationwide |
Service expands in the South by opening a distribution center in Arlington, TX. |
| 2019 | Tailwind |
Yukon and parent company, RANDYS Worldwide, partner with Tailwind Capital. |
| 2019 |
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. |
| 2021 |
Southern Rock Racing Series |
Yukon forms partnership with Southern Rock Racing Series to support off-road racing in the Southeast. |
| 2022 |
TOP Program |
Employees of Yukon Gear & Axle become Equity owners to share in the growth of the company. |
| 2022 |
Yukon Total Takeover |
Yukon rolls out the first nationwide Total Takeover event providing a single day of event across the nation. |
| 2023 |
PartsPortal |
The nation's first Year / Make / Model program is introduced to include VIN and License Plate look-ups associated to drivetrain parts and components. |
| 2024 |
Hardcore Diff Cover Line Grows |
Yukon completed its line of Hardcore differential covers with 30 covers built "Bullet Proof". |
| 2025 |
Ford SuperDuty Locking Hubs |
Yukon introduces Ford Superduty Locking Hubs for Ford Dana 60 Front Axles. |