The Dodge Durango has long been considered an impressive performance SUV. With… The 2018 Dodge Challenger SRT Demon is the most powerful street legal… Dodge is no stranger to the practice of partnering up with Street… At the very beginning of this month, Fiat Chrysler teased the all-new… A little late to the Vision Gran…
The Demon better not “cross” paths with the Exorcist Photo:Hennessey Performance Engineering As far as performance vehicles go, the 2018 Dodge Challenger SRT Demon might be the most ambitious production model ever assembled by an automaker. Yet many after-market models have arisen in the wake of the Demon’s arrival to challenge its supremacy on the drag strip….
Dodge can be your angel or your devil To say that Dodge put a lot of time and energy into the marketing for the 2018 Dodge Challenger SRT Demon would be an understatement. Reports surrounding all of the Demon’s specs and capabilities kept on emerging like a bat out of Hell for months before its…
Stellantis’ high-output Hurrican twin-turbo will make more than 500 horsepower Photo: Stellantis Stellantis isn’t quite ready to give up internal combustion engines just yet, but it’s saying goodbye to its iconic HEMI V8 sooner rather than later. In line to take that legendary engine’s place is a new twin-turbocharged inline six-cylinder called the Hurricane. Given…
You know the Bronco Sport is cool because goats wanna hang with it Photo: Ford Kelley Blue Book is pretty good at taking that intangible idea of being cool and putting a value on it. KBB’s Coolest Cars list is a trusted standard for measuring the innate coolness of new rides year after year. And…
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…
Alert: The horses are out of the barn Photo: Ford For the most part, the 2024 Ford Mustang doesn’t reinvent the wheel. Not that a lot of folks would want it to — look at the response to the Mustang Mach-E, after all. But what the seventh-generation Mustang certainly does is take that well-familiar wheel…
The 2019 Ram Heavy Duty Lone Star Photo: FCA Uconnect has been a part of FCA vehicles since 2003 and has been awarded for providing connectivity and entertainment to drivers. Now, the FCA has announced the Uconnect Market, which is a new commerce platform that’s packed with innovative technology. Learn More: How the Uconnect enhances…
The Camaro could soon be sporting a new face, even though it just received a refresh A week ago, Chevrolet “shocked” the automotive world by revealing the new “Shock” yellow color for the 2019 Chevrolet Camaro. However, for many enthusiasts, the highlighter-like hue was not what caught their eye. Instead, they were drawn to the…
Having just about finished the first three books, last night I sat down to watch The Expanse series on Amazon Prime with my fiancée, only to see in the video feed that season three of The Grand Tour was already up to three episodes. How could I have missed it? So I watched that instead….
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…
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…
Photo: All vehicle images above are attributed to their respective OEMs Are you looking for a new car, truck, or SUV in a unique color? Green exterior paint is a great way to stand apart from the abundance of vehicles on the road in gray, silver, black, or white. A few years ago, I predicted…
The ever-popular Barracuda might be coming back to the FCA lineup 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….
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…
2021 Chrysler Pacifica Photo: FCA FCA is bringing a variety of interactive experiences and displays to the 2020 Atlanta International Auto Show today. Those in attendance can see Chrysler, Dodge, Jeep, and Ram models and even take a vehicle out for a spin in an outdoor driving experience. A Top Rated Truck: The Ram 1500…
The 2015 Cleveland Auto Show is perfect for anyone who missed Detroit or Chicago On the heels of the three major US auto shows–Los Angeles, Detroit, and Chicago–the largest auto expo in Ohio opens in Cleveland today. Running Saturday, March 7th through Sunday, March 15th, Lake Erie area residents and visitors can check out hundreds of vehicles…
The Chrysler 300 Super S Concept is the perfect combination of luxury and power It’s difficult to find the perfect vehicle that melds performance with sophistication—but that’s exactly what the Chrysler 300 Super S Concept car does. As one of the many of Mopar’s customized concept cars that debuted at the 2015 SEMA Show, this…
The 2016 Jeep Renegade Dawn of Justice Edition is part of Fiat Chrysler’s new partnership with Batman v Superman: Dawn of Justice Batman has an entirely new partner in his fight against Superman—Fiat Chrysler. The Italian-American carmaker recently announced it is joining a one-of-a-kind co-branded partnership with Warner Bros. Pictures Batman v Superman: Dawn of Justice….
The Charger managed to outsell its larger cousin the Challenger, even after the introduction of the Demon For the past couple of months, FCA has maintained a steady 7% year-to-date sales decline. July was no exception, as the decline in year-to-date sales for FCA remained 7%. Meanwhile, July sales for the automaker were down 10%…
It’s been 80 years since the Jeep brand set the standard for 4×4 capability, and the brand is marking the occasion with several special-edition models. Every model in the Jeep lineup will get a special-edition model that will be available at dealerships later this year. Available Now: 2021 Jeep Cherokee Across the Jeep lineup, the…
Here’s hoping that Jeep reveals the Jeep Grand Cherokee Hellcat at the 2016 New York Auto Show The New York Auto Show is coming up in next week, and Jeep has something major planned. Problem is, no one’s not sure exactly what—but I know I’m hoping it’s the Jeep Grand Cherokee Hellcat. According to Mike Manley, Jeep’s CEO,…
Jason Bourne remembers who he is and he doesn’t look too happy about it Jason Bourne remembers who he is now. And certainly remembers how to drive like a bat out of hell. In the most recent trailer for Jason Bourne, the next installment of the film series, we get a taste of Bourne’s driving…
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…
The Fate of the Furious will premiere in just a couple of days time and given that I write for a website about cars, it seemed like the perfect opportunity to put together a review—the only downside being that of the seven movies that came before it, I had seen exactly none. So last week…
Watch the latest Netflix shows about cars, trucking, and motorsports racing Photo: Netflix No matter what your interests are, you can no doubt find something on Netflix to suit your fancy; the variety of shows and movies in the streaming service’s library abounds. Car-lovers and gearheads have a lineup of shows available to them that deliver…
The 2013 Ram 1500 sees a number of worthwhile cosmetic and performance updates, including a stronger V6, a stronger frame, an eight-speed transmission, larger grille, restyled headlights, and LED turn signals and taillights. 2013 Ram 1500 Exterior The Ram 1500 is a workhorse, rough, rugged, and ready to take on just about any job. Practical…
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…
Sergio Marchionne, the former CEO of Fiat Chrysler Automobiles, died earlier today after suffering from complications that arose following a recent shoulder surgery. Marchionne was 66 years old at the time of his death. Exor, the Italian investment group that holds the largest stake in Fiat Chrysler Automobiles, sent out an official announcement after the…
Photo: The News Wheel You have many factors to consider when choosing your next car: interior space, safety features, fuel efficiency, infotainment technology, and — of course — price. But here’s one factor you may never have considered: resale value. Why does this matter? Because unless you intend to drive your car until it collapses,…
The Hyundai Tucson has over the years grown quite a rep as… On Wednesday, Hyundai took to the stage at the 2024 New York… The 2020 Hyundai Venue debuted today at the New York International Auto… Boasting new looks, built on a new platform, and featuring new advanced… Hyundai doled out another tiny dose of…
Every year, car enthusiasts from around the country flock to Detroit for the annual North American International Auto Show (NAIAS). This is where top automakers bring their newest models, most innovative concept cars, and latest advancements in automotive technology. Last year’s show was highlighted by vehicles like the Buick Avista Concept and the 2017 Lincoln…
Retired boxer Floyd Mayweather’s Instagram account is full of pictures of his exotic car collection Photo: floydmayweather Many people are fascinated by the extravagant lifestyles of celebrities, with particular interest paid to the types of vehicles they drive. Celebrity car collectors such as Jay Leno and Jerry Seinfeld have taken their interest in cars and…
Many well-known celebs hail from the Big Apple, but as native New Yorkers, some don’t even have driver’s licenses or have much use for cars thanks to public transportation. With the New York Auto Show soon approaching, I thought it’d be fun to take a look at some famous New Yorkers and their extremely cool…
The Camaro is currently fighting a muscle car war on two fronts Automotive rivalries don’t get much more heated than the one between the Ford Mustang and the Chevrolet Camaro. For the past decade, the modern interpretations of these muscle car classics have been pitted against each other, usually with the Ford Mustang coming out…
Ford will stay with the sixth-gen Mustang through 2022 Photo: Ford Ford is in no rush to push its iconic Mustang into its seventh generation. The automaker tells suppliers that the sixth-gen Mustang will add two years to its original expected life cycle with production extending into 2022. Still on Top: Ford Mustang was the…
Could a new Barracuda be hitting the streets soon? 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….
Welcome back to In the Rearview, your weekly roundup of some of the top car news of the past week that I have caught, prepared, and served with a nice sauce for you here. This weekly banquet has a decidedly apparent theme this time, as the continuation of Auto Show season has brought a slew of…
Star Wars has been a cultural phenomenon for well over four decades,… This article is sponsored by Brakes Hub. Today, vehicles play an indispensable… Last month, General Motors pushed out the old and welcomed the new… It is in our nature to want our cars to go faster,… Modern motorists who have been involved in…
Jenny Matrix (Johanna Braddy), BrianD (Josh Blaylock), and Ki Swan (Ellary Porterfield) use the Ford F-150 to hide from a sniper Photo: RocketJump via YouTube If you’re one of the hundreds of thousands of fans who tuned into the series finale of Rocket Jump Studio’s hit web series Video Game High School (VGHS), not only were you…
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…
If you don’t have a set destination in mind for Thanksgiving this year, why not plan a weekend road trip? Here are three East Coast locations worth visiting on your Thanksgiving break if you want to skip the crowds and venture a bit off the beaten path. Seasonal Trips: Fall foliage road trips in Massachusetts…
Caution: Likely to cause heads to spin 360 degrees Right around the same time that Dodge officially unveiled its Demon, Hennessey Performance conjured up a performance model of its own: The Exorcist Camaro ZL1. Modified from a Chevy Camaro ZL1, the Exorcist was built to be an answer to all of the hype that Dodge was producing…
The 2015 Volkswagen Golf GTI, chosen as the 2015 Yahoo Autos Car of the Year After bestowing the title upon the Tesla Model S in 2013 and the Chevy Corvette Stingray in 2014, Yahoo has now selected the Volkswagen Golf GTI as the 2015 Yahoo Autos Car of the Year. The GTI’s victory represents a…
Happy Independence Day, America! Today we celebrate the birth of our country with fireworks, hot dogs, and copious amounts of TV marathons. It also gives us a chance to rub our success in Britain’s face! No offense Britain. However, we never would have gotten this far as a nation without the guidance of our country’s…
Toyota is making a big bet on the car’s future, and potentially risking its status as the top dog among passenger cars… To earn the title of 2021 Family Green Car of the Year, the Sienna was appraised by a jury of energy and environmental leaders, including presidents and CEOs from companies like Ocean Futures…
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…
Welcome to In the Rearview, where we bring you some of the top automotive news of the past week. Top Marks: Check out Chevrolet’s award-winning SUV lineup First up, we had three car reveals. The first two were the work of spy photographers, which snapped pictures of what we presume to be the upcoming mid-engine…
As other automakers suffered serious sales declines, FCA sales were on the rise Due to current market trends, now is not a great time to be an automaker that specializes in passenger cars. Since most of Fiat Chrysler’s brands are populated by SUVs and trucks, it is actually benefiting from consumers abandoning sedans. In fact,…
If you prefer diesel to power your new vehicle, you have three… The Ram 1500 has earned the title of Best Full-size Pickup in… MotorTrend has singled out the Ram Truck brand for the third year… Driving in winter can be stressful and challenging. Even if the ground… It’s a three-peat win for the Ram…
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