What’s New for the 2014 Dodge Challenger 100th Anniversary The Dodge Challenger 100th Anniversary edition is a special version of the 2014 Dodge Challenger, built to celebrate the 100 years Dodge has been producing vehicles. 2014 Dodge Challenger 100th Anniversary Exterior One look at the Challenger 100th Anniversary and there will be no doubt as…
Two FCA vehicles won 2015 MotorWeek Drivers’ Choice Awards This week is a big one for Fiat Chrysler Automobiles (FCA). Yesterday, the automaker announced that its 2015 Ram 1500 had been named Best Full-Size Truck for the Money, and, today, it will unveil a special edition 1500 at the Chicago Auto Show (you can livestream…
Dodge is planning to build an additional 1,000 Hellcats Pictured: 2015 Dodge Challenger SRT Hellcat Despite the fact that all Dodge Charger and Challenger SRT Hellcats ended up being recalled, performance enthusiasts are clamoring for more. Demand has been so incredible, in fact, that although Dodge ended production in the middle of last month, it…
Tim Kuniskis, President and CEO, Dodge and SRT Brands, with the new 2015 Dodge Charger SRT Hellcat We’ve been perpetually drooling in awe since May, when the Challenger SRT Hellcat was first announced. Since then, Dodge has been teasing us with burnout videos, impressive stats, ringtones, engine growls, and more. But as if that weren’t…
If you’ve been feeling down because your “old” Kia doesn’t offer Apple… While some people have made (and in many cases, already broken) New… Another holiday season has come to a close, and so too has… There are a lot of automotive figures from 1991 that motorists would… To paraphrase Boyz II Men, it’s so…
The Super Bee is back for the Dodge’s Last Call Photo: Stellantis Dodge is saying so long to the Challenger and Charger, which will be replaced with … well, probably the Dodge Challenger and Charger, but as badass electrics. In a fitting goodbye, this dynamic duo is being sent off with a barrage of 2023…
While the Dodge Challenger might be the brand’s most often-discussed model, it is routinely outsold by its smaller cousin: the Dodge Charger. The Charger offers a similar drive and performance, only for a significantly smaller pricetag. Although the Charger has consistently been regarded as a strong performance model, it hasn’t exactly earned that same reputation…
Back in April, The News Wheel reported that Fiat Chrysler Automobiles was… Early last week, rumors emerged of a new generation of Dodge Viper… It hasn’t even been a full year since production of the legendary… Automotive enthusiasts around the world mourned the loss of the Dodge Viper after… At the end of August last year,…
The Dodge Durango has long been considered an impressive performance SUV. With the current iteration of the Durango having been introduced back in 2011, the SUV was long due for a refresh of sorts, and the Durango receives just that for the 2018 model year. Thanks to a brand-new SRT trim configuration, the 2018 Dodge…
To celebrate the centennial of the Dodge brand, Chrysler Group LLC has released a plethora of Dodge brand 100th anniversary merchandise and licensed products. These products seek to honor the heritage that is Dodge, the innovation that has propelled it forward, and the performance that has revved the brand along each and every year. A…
Just recently, The Car Book named the 2014 Dodge Dart a “Best Bet” in the compact car category. This marks the second year in a row that the Dart has earned such praise. To develop its list of “Best Bets,” The Car Book analyzes a wide range of information, gathered by both government and independent…
2014 Dodge Charger Exterior The Dodge Charger epitomizes the resurgence of unbridled American muscle. The 2014 Dodge Charger flaunts one of the most outwardly aggressive exterior designs in the industry. From its imposing front grille to its signature rear-stretching LED taillights and standard 17-inch alloy wheel, the 2014 Charger boasts unrivaled curb appeal. Related: 2014…
Last week, Chrysler Group issued a 2014 Fiat 500L recall that affects 19,500 cars. According to the automaker, 20 percent of the affected vehicles are already in dealer hands. After reports that some of the 2014 Fiat 500Ls with dual dry clutch automatic transmissions wouldn’t shift from park, or even that the transmissions were slow…
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…
It was announced two weeks ago that the 2013 Hyundai Veloster was the winner… At work, I’ve been doing everything I could to be recognized as… It was nearly 8 o’clock, and Marci and I had been on… The day was nearly over when we finally arrived at the Toyota… Marci and I were teasing ourselves when…
Behold the Holy Grail of Fiat Chrysler Automobiles Automotive enthusiasts around the world mourned the loss of the Dodge Viper after learning that Fiat Chrysler Automobiles was ending production of the performance vehicle following the 2017 model year. While another of FCA’s performance-based cars, the 2018 Dodge Challenger SRT Demon, did build some major excitement last year,…
2015 Dodge Charger SRT Hellcat Wins 2014 Bold Ride of the Year Award The fans of Bold Ride have spoken: the 2015 Dodge Charger SRT Hellcat is the 2014 Bold Ride of the Year, beating out some stiff competition from nine other contenders. In fact, the Charger SRT Hellcat claimed a whopping 54% of the…
In an industry that is currently adding more SUVs than ever before, it can be hard for a utility vehicle to truly stand out. Fortunately, Dodge has found a pretty sound formula for that dilemma, perfecting it to present the 2017 Dodge Durango. The Durango stays at the front of the pack with its incredible…
There are a lot of sedans out on the road today. However, only one can offer the Dodge name and quality: the 2015 Dodge Dart. Constructed with that durability and capability that has come to define the Dodge brand, the Dodge Dart is a small vehicle with some big surprises. [wptab name=”What’s New”] What’s New for…
Few things are guaranteed in life: death, taxes, and the announcement that… Last week, we discussed the possibility of Honda’s all-new Fit-based crossover being… Today marks the second press day of the New York International Auto… The 2015 Jeep Renegade is stirring up all kinds of excitement today… General Motors has announced that it will…
Dodge Durango Just recently, Dodge revealed that it had been named to the 2014 World’s 50 Most Innovative Companies list, which is currently featured in Fast Company’s March 2014 issue. The March issue was released to newsstands and online on February 17. Related: New Dodge Challenger SRT Hellcat Doesn’t Purr, it Roars Dodge is in…
Dodge Nabs Three APEAL Awards from J.D. Power Pictured: The 2014 Dodge Dart The results of J.D. Power & Associates’ 2014 U.S. Automotive Performance, Execution and Layout (APEAL) Study℠ were announced earlier today, and Chrysler Group was pleased to report that the Dodge Brand managed to scrape up three separate awards. Specifically, the 2014 Dodge…
One lucky man has won Chrysler’s 2014 National Sweepstakes, which allows him to put $45,000 toward the purchase of a new Chrysler, Jeep, Dodge, Ram, Fiat, or Alfa Romeo vehicle here in the United States. That man is Michael Christman of Pottstown, Pennsylvania, just outside of Philadelphia. Christman was chosen at random out of 1,007,277…
Win a brand new Dodge Challenger in Syfy’s The Defiant Few Sweepstakes Syfy’s The Defiant Few Sweepstakes opened last month (June 19) and will be open until September 12, 2014, at 11:59pm ET. The grand prize winner will drive away in an all-new Dodge Challenger worth $38,000. Before entering Syfy’s The Defiant Few Sweepstakes online,…
Dodge’s dream car that was simply not meant to be We are now less than a week away from the Dodge Demon’s official reveal on April 11th during the New York International Auto Show. Over the past few months, Dodge has done a pretty effective job at building up hype for its new performance vehicle….
Whichever Demon is sold for the least, shall be produced first When the first fleet of Dodge Challenger SRT Hellcats arrived on dealership lots, many motor enthusiasts were disappointed to discover that various dealerships were marking up the price of the vehicle with added fees and incentives. As a result, many drivers paid well over…
Calling all Dodge enthusiasts: the Dodge Brand, along with Richard Rawlings (the owner of Gas Monkey Garage) and Mötley Crüe, are hosting a massive party, including a car show and concert, for drivers of Chargers, Challengers, and Vipers. The event, called Dodge Rocks Gas Monkey, will be held on November 1st at Gas Monkey Live,…
The 2014 State Fair of Texas kicks off on September 26 and runs through October 19 with all kinds of fun for families, including interactive experiences, livestock experiences, music, and, of course, great food. Chrysler Group LLC will also be making a big appearance at the State Fair with all of its brands, with especially…
Happy Independence Day, America! Today we celebrate the birth of our country… If you are looking for a big, brash American car, then there’s… America’s muscle car of choice, the Dodge Challenger, is back and badder… Marketing for the all-new 2015 Dodge Challenger SRT Hellcat has been flawless.… The last two months have been major…
The 2015 Charger SRT Hellcat (pictured) and the Challenger sibling have both been recalled for possible fuel leakage Today, Automotive News reported that Dodge is recalling every single flippin’ Hellcat model—both Challenger and Charger, to be clear—released so far. The issue arose when a dealership discovered a fuel leak during a delivery inspection. Read More:…
Last week, eagle-eyed spy photographers snapped photos of Ford benchmarking a 2021… The 2020 Dodge Charger and Charger SRT Hellcat are getting a multitude… For the fifth year in a row, MotorTrend Group’s Roadkill Nights Powered… When it comes to power, few production cars can keep up with… Despite the fact that all Dodge Charger…
Since debuting in 1987, the Dodge Grand Caravan has been a popular… Sporting distinct interior and exterior design elements, the 35th Anniversary Editions of… In a year where several other major automakers are struggling to maintain… The vast majority of major automakers lost sales last month. In contrast,… Strong sales numbers for the Jeep brand…
That’s a lot of horsepower for one garage Dodge vehicles have always been featured prominently in the Fast & Furious franchise since its very inception. Therefore, the most recent announcement from Dodge isn’t really all that surprising. Dodge and The Fate of the Furious will partner for a co-branded promotional campaign. Dodge teaming up with…
Dodge Speed Week kicks off next month ahead of the 2022 Woodward… For the fifth year in a row, MotorTrend Group’s Roadkill Nights Powered… When it comes to power, few production cars can keep up with… Back in March, Pennzoil posted an exclusively-online video to promote its high-quality… Despite the fact that all Dodge Charger…
The 2015 Dodge Challenger (including the SRT Hellcat trim level) began shipping to dealers about a month ago, but we’re still holding out for the Charger. In the meantime, however, Dodge has dropped the 2015 Dodge Charger configurator on its website, so fans can begin playing around with the all-new model before it hits showrooms…
Horseshit Have you seen those Dodge Brothers commercials, which show John and Horace Dodge partying and innovating their way through the early 1900s? Well then you, sir or madam, have been played for the proverbial fool. An excellent piece in Consumerist has taken Dodge’s recent ad campaign to task for playing fast and loose with…
The Dodge Charger is dead. Long live the Dodge Charger. On Wednesday,… If a budget-friendly(ish) speed demon is the only option for your new… Traveling with your brood has its challenges. You might have to deal… While the Dodge Challenger might be the brand’s most often-discussed model, it… The Dodge Hellcat models are known for…
The 2015 Chrysler 300 offers big luxury and sleek style If you are looking for a big, brash American car, then there’s no car better than the 2015 Chrysler 300—and J.D. Power’s 2015 U.S. Initial Quality Study (IQS) agrees. The prestigious study recently named the Chrysler 300 as one of the highest ranking Large Cars…
The Hyundai Accent was determined to be the vehicle most likely to be involved in a fatal crash Memorial Day is often regarded as one of the most dangerous holidays to travel during. As such, the latest survey from the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) couldn’t have been published at a more appropriate time. Unfortunately, the…
Dodge owners might need to make a journey to their dealer’s service center Two months ago, FCA issued a recall for more than 1.25 million Ram models due to a safety system error that was discovered in the vehicle. Today, the automaker announced a set of two recalls that roughly match the scope of that previous…
Chevrolet has been a front-runner in electric vehicles for some time, now.… The history of the Ford Mustang is one of legends among legends… Welcome back once more to In the Rearview, where I bring you… It has been roughly one week since the 2018 Dodge Challenger SRT… Today Chevy unveiled the Gen-Six Chevrolet Pro…
It’s a three-peat win for the Ram 1500 as it takes home… The innovations in the 2019 Ram 2500 Heavy Duty not only make… The Ram Heavy Duty is already equipped for towing and hauling heavy… Even though FCA has delayed the launch of the redesigned Ram 1500… If you’re looking to buy a pickup…
In the world of customized, supercharged vehicles, there are few names more… Hennessey Performance Engineering is planning to give drivers the option of having… As far as performance vehicles go, the 2018 Dodge Challenger SRT Demon… Right around the same time that Dodge officially unveiled its Demon, Hennessey… Earlier this morning, Dodge released the final…
This week, the Texas Auto Writers Association (TAWA) named the 2015 Chrysler 300 “Car of Texas” at the Texas Auto Roundup. While “Car of Texas” is one of the top honors of the event, Fiat Chrysler Automobiles US (FCA US) managed to nab another seven awards there as well. In fact, FCA snagged eight of…
What’s New for the 2015 Chevy City Express Chevy welcomes the City Express to their lineup as an all-new model. 2015 Chevy City Express Exterior The 2015 Chevy City Express is Chevrolet’s all-new commercial van, offering business a new option in the cargo van segment. The City Express is built on a car platform –…
Word to Santa Claus: cars are a lot less messy and more powerful than wimpy reindeer As eco-friendly as using reindeer to transport you around the world may be, flying mammals just don’t cut it. It’s the 21st century and it’s time Santa Claus replaced his team of magical reindeer with dependable, practical automobiles. To…
The decision to pare back sedan offerings is rapidly becoming an industry-wide… When the 2018 Dodge Challenger SRT Demon is delivered to a customer,… Tim Kuniskis is a bit of a folk hero for Fiat Chrysler…
Picking the drivetrain for your next vehicle can make a major difference… Toyota has officially announced details for the 2021 Toyota Avalon, which for… Toyota has officially launched the Camry AWD and Avalon AWD as it… The all-new 2020 Dodge Charger GT all-wheel-drive has a number of performance-enhancing… Winter is fast approaching — or already…
The engine is so ridiculously large and powerful that it has transported my brain back to a pre-adult state.… Ever looked at the Honda Civic Type R hot hatchback and thought,… Have you ever looked at an old Challenger and thought “That is…
Though manufacturers are technically supposed to make a road car and then adapt it to the track, it often goes the way around… The Paris Motor Show begins on Oct. 4, and Infiniti is celebrating… The latest generation of the Nissan LEAF was revealed in September and… There’s no question that Nissan vehicles carrying the…
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