Clarksville Jeep Crew Assists Over 275 Vehicles During Ice Storm

Volunteer group's love of Jeeps grows into reliable community response team

Jan. 28, 2026 at 1:31pm

The Clarksville Jeep Crew, a volunteer group founded in 2019, played a critical role during a recent ice storm, helping to rescue over 275 stranded vehicles and transport emergency personnel. The group, which now has more than 2,300 local members, has expanded its focus from supporting local businesses and nonprofits to also providing emergency assistance during natural disasters.

Why it matters

The Clarksville Jeep Crew's response during the ice storm highlights the importance of community-based volunteer groups in supporting local emergency efforts, especially when weather conditions make it difficult for many vehicles to navigate the roads. Their willingness to assist stranded drivers and transport essential personnel demonstrates the group's commitment to giving back to their community.

The details

The Clarksville Jeep Crew, founded in 2019, played a crucial role during last weekend's ice storm, helping over 275 stranded vehicles and transporting emergency and essential personnel when road conditions became too dangerous for many vehicles. This included towing a Montgomery County Emergency Medical Services ambulance up an icy hill. The group works closely with local law enforcement, emergency responders, and hospital staff to provide assistance without interfering with official operations.

  • The Clarksville Jeep Crew was founded in 2019.
  • The group assisted over 275 stranded vehicles during last weekend's ice storm (January 24-26, 2026).

The players

Clarksville Jeep Crew

A volunteer group of Jeep owners in Clarksville, Tennessee, that has grown to over 2,300 local members and provides emergency assistance and community support.

Barry Sullivan

Co-founder of the Clarksville Jeep Crew.

Chad Hunley

Co-founder of the Clarksville Jeep Crew.

Montgomery County Emergency Medical Services

The local emergency medical services agency that the Clarksville Jeep Crew assisted during the ice storm.

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What they’re saying

“We really are not concerned about numbers. We are more concerned about people participating.”

— Barry Sullivan, Co-founder, Clarksville Jeep Crew

“We all have the same goal in mind, giving back to the community.”

— Chad Hunley, Co-founder, Clarksville Jeep Crew

What’s next

The Clarksville Jeep Crew plans to continue offering recovery training classes twice a year to ensure its members are prepared to respond safely and effectively during future emergencies.

The takeaway

The Clarksville Jeep Crew's response during the ice storm demonstrates the value of community-based volunteer groups in supporting local emergency efforts, especially when weather conditions make it difficult for many vehicles to navigate the roads. Their willingness to assist stranded drivers and transport essential personnel highlights the group's commitment to giving back to their community.