2013 Dodge Avenger Overview
What’s New for the 2013 Dodge Avenger For 2013, we see some minor equipment changes – everything else remains the same. 2013 Dodge Avenger Exterior The Dodge Avenger is known for its bold, muscular body structure and aggressive lines, which draw attention from the masculine grille in the front all the way to the perfectly-sloping […]
Dodge Avenger History
Introduction The Dodge Avenger was first introduced to the North American market in back 1995. Since its initial introduction, the Avenger has had a spotty track record in the car industry, taking a hiatus for seven years from 2000-2007 before finally returning and establishing itself as a contender for the Dodge brand. Early History The […]
All-Mopar Pro Stock Final in Arizona Fitting Farewell to Dodge Avenger
At the February 23 final elimination at the NHRA Arizona Nationals, fans were gifted with a rare treat: an all-Mopar Pro Stock final. In the end, Allen Johnson took home the victory at Wild Horse Pass Motorsports Park by beating V. Gaines with an impressive 6.543 second run at a top speed of 212.23 miles […]
2014 Dodge Avenger Overview
2014 Dodge Avenger Exterior The 2014 Dodge Avenger has a muscular, masculine body that would make even the bulkiest body builder jealous. With a bold grille that features the Avenger’s well-known honeycomb texture and crisp, bold body lines, the sedan cuts a pretty figure as it powers down any road, while the available accent options […]
Audi Hits the Big Screen in Avengers: Age of Ultron
Dodge may have had the upper hand when it came to Furious 7, starring Vin Diesel and the late Paul Walker, but it was Audi who scored big in Avengers: Age of Ultron, the latest movie from the Marvel world. Audi has an exclusive auto-brand promotion with the film, meaning that, while other cars may […]
2014 Dodge Durango Blacktop Announced
The Blacktop Appearance Package has already been issued for the Dodge Avenger, Challenger, Charger, Dart, Grand Caravan, and Journey, and at long last, the brand is giving us the 2014 Dodge Durango Blacktop edition. The Blacktop Package will be available on the SXT, Limited, and R/T models. Related: Special Dodge Challenger to Auction for Charity […]
Johnson Brings Mopar Pro Stock Dodge Dart to Victory in First Race
Just a three weeks ago, the Dodge Avenger bid the NHRA a fitting farewell by taking victory in an all-Mopar final at Wild Horse Pass Motorsports Park. This past weekend, the Mopar Pro Stock Dodge Dart and driver Allen Johnson picked right up where the Avenger left off by reigning victorious at the 2014 NHRA […]
Dodge Journey History
Introduction We like to say that the Dodge Journey is the macho man of crossover SUVs. With rugged accents, a hard silhouette, and distinctive lines, the Journey is as handsome as it is reliable. Early History The Journey was unveiled at the Frankfurt Motor Show in Frankfurt, Germany, back in 2007, and was available for […]
A Brief History of the Mitsubishi Eclipse
Everyone who’s seen The Fast and the Furious remembers Brian O’Connor’s little green Eclipse that he drives in most of the movie. What was it about the Eclipse that made it the quintessential tuner car of the 90s? Find out about each its four generations below. First Generation Back in the early 90s, Mitsubishi and […]
In Memoriam Video: The Cars We Lost in 2014
To paraphrase Boyz II Men, it’s so hard to say goodbye… except to you, Nissan Cube. Actually, since we’re talking cars here, maybe the R&B quartet’s “End of the Road” would be a more apt ballad to quote. Regardless, the point is that we poured some out in the last twelve months for several automobiles […]
Consumer Reports Worst New Cars of 2014 List Tallies Least of the Least
If there’s ever a tool that is of particular use to a new car shopper, it’s the multitude of annual “Best X” lists that some of the world’s foremost automotive experts serve up for the car-buying public. But for those of us who love a good dose of schadenfreude, there’s the Consumer Reports Worst New […]
2014 Chicago Auto Show: Production Cars on Display
Get the full list of production models on display at the 2014 Chicago Auto Show
The Chicago Auto Show offers us the most square feet of any major auto show in the United States. With all of that volume, you’ve got a lot of cars to look at, buddy. Here is your definitive list of which production cars will be on the Chicago show room floor. (Looking for reveals and […]
Three Chrysler Sedans Named 2014 IIHS Top Safety Picks
Being “good” when it comes to safety might not sound like high praise, but it is when it comes from the Insurance Institute of Highway Safety (IIHS). This is something that Chrysler understands three-fold after the 2014 Dodge Dart, Dodge Avenger, and Chrysler 200 sedans were named 2014 IIHS Top Safety Picks this year, adding […]
Chrysler Unveils New $350 Million Paint Plant
Chrysler’s Sterling Heights Assembly Plant has been open since 1953 when it manufactured jet engines and the automaker served as a contractor. The historic plant would be purchased by Chrysler in 1983, but despite its stored past, the plant was set to be closed for good in 2010. The Sterling Heights City Council stepped up […]
Chrysler Hopes Redesigned 2014 200 is Competitive in Midsized Sedan Segment
Competition in the class of midsized sedans is brutal, and success there generally indicates success for an automaker as a whole. No one knows this harsh reality more than Chrysler, whose 200 model is currently outsold in the segment by more than 2-to-1 by the Ford Fusion, Toyota Camry and Honda Accord. For years, Chrysler […]
[Photos] Jeep Gladiator Named MotorTrend Truck of the Year Finalist
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Earlier this month, MotorTrend released its 2020 awards podium contenders for car, SUV, and truck of the year. The truck category initially included eight models but was pared down to just three finalists, including the all-new Jeep Gladiator. Winning Truck: The Gladiator’s interior landed a spot on the WardsAuto 10 Best list for 2019 In […]
The Many Pilots of the Millennium Falcon
In preparation for "Solo: A Star Wars Story," we explore the numerous times that the Millennium Falcon has come under new ownership
Out of all the various vehicles that are featured throughout the Star Wars universe, none are quite as iconic as the Millennium Falcon. First featured in the original Star Wars motion picture, this spacecraft has been making appearances in Star Wars movies, shows, theme park rides, and video games ever since. At first glance, this Corellian freighter […]
Gatlinburg’s Hollywood Star Cars Museum Review & Visitor Experience
There are certain places in the United States that are known for being family vacation destinations, and eastern Tennessee is one of those. For families on the East Coast and in the Midwest, the Smoky Mountains region has been a go-to weekend retreat for hiking, drinking, and sightseeing. In addition to the Great Smoky Mountains […]