Founded in 1948 by Arthur Warn, Warn Industries began producing locking hubs for surplus World War II Jeeps, converting thousands into useful, on-road vehicles. The WARN winch, developed in 1959, was the first recreational winch. With pioneering features such as a rugged drive train, the WARN winch quickly became the leading brand for off-road racers, avid four wheelers, weekend adventurers and hard working ranchers. Based in Clackamas, Oregon, today Warn Industries is the world's most recognized brand in off-road products. The company designs, manufactures and markets a full line of off-road equipment and accessories that enhance the performance of four-wheel-drive vehicles and ATVs. As well, the WARN industrial and military and WARN WorksTM (for utilitarian use) brands offer high-performance, quality products for today's hard worker.