Car News In the Rearview: The Plymouth Barracuda Doesn’t Save Fiat Chrysler
Welcome to In the Rearview, where I bring you the week’s car news, but this time, with gusto. This week, we are once more talking about the giant that is Fiat Chrysler, but I realized that I talk bad about them a lot on these videos, so I wanted to start with some positive news. […]
Jay Leno Crashes in Iconic Hemi Under Glass Plymouth Barracuda
Like many car enthusiasts, Jay Leno has had a thing for the Hurst Hemi Under Glass Plymouth Barracuda since he was a kid. This vehicle, which has a Hemi engine tucked back under the rear glass, has the perfect rear weight bias that allows it to be a great wheel-stander. This vehicle is known for […]
Jay Leno Goes Two-Wheeling in a Hemi Under Glass Barracuda, Ends Up No-Wheeling [VIDEO]
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The Hurst Hemi Under Glass series of drag racing cars made a name for themselves in the late sixties and early seventies with their unique ability to stand up on their hind wheels. The original vehicle’s name (and two-wheeling abilities) came from the fact that it featured a gigantic, 2,500-horsepower Hemi engine placed in the […]
Fiat Chrysler Possibly Resurrecting Barracuda Name
There are few muscle cars in the history of the automotive industry that have a reputation quite like the Barracuda. Known for its sex-on-wheels styling, shaker hood, and high-octane performance, the Plymouth ‘Cuda was one of the most distinctive vehicles from the muscle-car era. But sadly, its demise came in 1974 due to a changing […]
Behind the Badge: Historic Meaning of Plymouth’s Sailboat Emblem
We recently discussed the Chrysler Pentastar logo and its perceived tie to its many divisions–including Plymouth. Known for some unforgettably iconic models over the years, like the Barracuda and Road Runner, the Plymouth brand had its own emblem its models proudly displayed–before its demise in 2001. But what was Plymouth’s logo and where did the […]
Rocket Bunny Body Kit Turns Your S14 into a Plymouth ‘Cuda
The Nissan 240SX is a popular drift car and seemingly willing recipient of American car parts that mainly include General Motors V8 engines. A Japanese company called Rocket Bunny is blurring the cultural line even more thanks to this Plymouth Barracuda-influenced body kit for the S14. Plymouth left the automotive world in 2001, but during […]
Dodge//SRT to Sponsor 19th Annual NHRA Dodge HEMI® Challenge in Indianapolis
The 65th NHRA U.S. Nationals at Lucas Oil Raceway in Indianapolis this summer will again play host to the highly-anticipated NHRA Dodge HEMI® Challenge. Set for Aug. 29-30, the Challenge, which has been going strong for 19 years, will showcase the undeniable driving expertise of 16 competitors, all with their eye on the prize — […]
10 Vehicles Named After Animals
From the Ford Mustang to the Dodge Viper, explore the vehicular animal kingdom in this special car safari
Choosing what to name a vehicle is an important decision to make during that model’s design process. Names like “Corvette,” “Civic,” and “Mustang” have only become iconic and recognizable due to automakers carefully selecting those titles. Automakers often obtain inspiration for vehicle nameplates from a wide range of sources. One of the most common of these sources […]
FCA Renews Trademark for the ‘Cuda Name
Could FCA's trademark renewal indicate the long-awaited return of the Barracuda?
Back in its heyday, the Plymouth Barracuda was one of the most popular vehicles on the road. Today, it remains one of the most iconic models ever created by Chrysler. That’s why rumors circulating about the return of the Barracuda are so enticing for automotive enthusiasts. Those rumors just had a bit of fuel added […]
What Is a “Pony Car”?
Learn what qualifies as a "pony car" and how the term originated
There are certain terms in the automotive industry that get thrown around a lot by people who don’t always know what they necessarily mean. While many of these terms involve the mechanics of the vehicle–like torque and horsepower–some of these words are designations that classify the vehicle. Have you ever heard the term “pony car”? […]
Fiat Chrysler to Offer Factory V8 Hemi Kits for Pre-1975 Mopar Vehicles
Have you ever looked at an old Challenger and thought “That is awesome, but what if we dropped a modern engine in there?” Massive Power: Upgrade your ride with the Challenger R/T Scat Pack Well, Fiat Chrysler Automobiles has thought the same thing, which is why the company is now offering Mopar Crate Hemi engine […]
3 Cars from ‘Furious 7’ on Display at Universal Studios Orlando
The Fast and Furious franchise exhibits fantastic cars in Florida
Theme parks aren’t just for kids–and Universal Studios Orlando would be the first to tell you that. Adults need thrills too, and that’s what the Fast and Furious franchise is all about. As the film series has become a gold mine for the company, it’s not a surprise that Universal is promoting the release of […]
These are the Cars in the Furious 7 Super Bowl Trailer
If you saw the Furious 7 trailer during the Super Bowl and are dying to know what that weird car was at the end, we’ve got you covered. This seventh Fast & Furious movie is a special one, indeed, since Paul Walker was tragically killed before filming was completed. If you haven’t seen the trailer […]
10 More Vehicles Named After Animals
Set out on another car-based safari as we discover even more vehicle models with animal-based monikers, from the Corvette Stingray to the Shelby Cobra
In a previously published article, we discussed vehicles that derive their names from various species of animals. Iconic models like the Ford Mustang and Volkswagen Beetle often embody the characteristics of the creatures they are named after. However, there are so many vehicles with animal-based names, that one list simply wasn’t enough. We’ve scoured the automotive world once […]
Jeff Dunham Shows Off His Collection of AMC Gremlins to Jay Leno
There seems to be a big crossover between comedy and car enthusiasm, with many comedians having a unique affection for certain types of vehicles. For example, well-respected comic Jerry Seinfeld is a well-known Porsche aficionado, Indianapolis-born late night host David Letterman loves Indy racing, buff UFC commenter Joe Rogan is obsessed with American muscle, and […]