Wranglin’ Duckies: The Story Behind Jeep Ducking

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Quirky Ducks, Big Community

If you’ve spotted a Jeep Wrangler with a rubber ducky smiling at you from the dash, you’ve just witnessed “Jeep Ducking.” Known online as Duck Duck Jeep, it’s a tradition that blends kindness, community, and a whole lot of Jeep pride. Around here we like to say: “You wave, we duck — Jeep love just Fitts.”

The Origin of Jeep Ducking

The trend began in Ontario, Canada in 2020 when Jeep driver Allison Parliament placed a rubber duck on another Wrangler with a note to “spread smiles” during the pandemic.

What started as a random act of kindness exploded on social media. Hashtags like #DuckDuckJeep and #JeepDucking went viral, and soon Jeep owners everywhere were buying bags of ducks to carry with them — ready to “duck” the next Jeep they saw.

What Ducking Means Today

Jeep Ducking is more than leaving a toy on a dashboard — it’s become a way to say:

• “You’re part of the Jeep family.”
• “Nice duckin’ Jeep”
• “Here’s a little joy for your day.”

The ducks aren’t just decoration; they’re a symbol of connection. Jeep owners often line their dashboards with them like souvenirs from each encounter. As we like to joke: “The flock Fitts you.”

Why Ducks?

Why ducks and not something else?

•  Fun & Playful: They’re colorful, inexpensive, and guaranteed to make people smile.

•  Easy to Spot: A duck on the dash is impossible to miss.

•  A Little Character: Because every Jeep deserves a little character.

Some ducks even come with handwritten notes or hashtags — where the rubber (duckie) meets the road in spreading kindness.

Jeep Culture Runs Deep

Ducking is just the latest chapter in a long history of Jeep traditions:

•  The Jeep Wave — that subtle salute between drivers.

•  The endless personalization of Wranglers and Gladiators.

•  Community off-road meetups that bring Jeep families together.

Now, when you wave at another Jeep, you just might find a duck waving back from the dash.

Ducking Out

Jeep Ducking shows what makes Jeep culture special — it’s not just about driving, it’s about belonging. A rubber duck might be small, but it carries a big message: kindness, fun, and community.

👉 And if you’re ready to find your next Jeep in Little Rock, stop by Bill Fitts Auto Sales. Whether it’s a Wrangler, Cherokee, or Gladiator, we’ll help you find the ride that Fitts — maybe even one ready for its first duck.