2020 Dodge Challenger For the second year in a row, Dodge and Ram have earned top honors in the J.D. Power Automotive Performance Execution and Layout Study. In 2019, Ram ranked number 1 in the APEAL study, and Dodge came in second among mass-market brands. In 2020, the brands switched spots. Available Now: 2020…
To promote the Demon, Dodge is relying on some divine intervention The last time that Dodge and Pennzoil collaborated, auto enthusiasts were treated to a spectacle of stunts performed by one of the final production models of the Dodge Viper. The end of the short film alluded to a similar display of performance in the…
There are some things that, if missed, you can shrug off and say, “I’m glad I didn’t put on pants and stayed home to eat that tub of ice cream with my cat.” Then there are other things that, dare we say, are worth putting your pants on for. Dodge at the 2014 Woodward Dream…
“Dodge Power Dollars” spot Photo: FCA There’s never been a better time to get your hands on a Dodge vehicle. Dodge//SRT is launching the all-new “Dodge Power Dollars,” which can reward you for purchasing a Dodge vehicle with major horsepower. Check This Out: Features of the 2019 Dodge Challenger GT The Dodge Challenger, Charger, and…
We accept the “challenge” of determining where the Dodge models derive their names from Dodge has some of the toughest vehicles in the industry featured throughout its lineup. Such vehicles need tough-sounding names to match their performance capabilities. Throughout the company’s 117-year history, names like “Challenger” and “Durango” have commanded respect. But how exactly were…
For Dodge, automotive shows are a great time to show off the latest special edition vehicles in its lineup. While we might have to wait until the 2017 New York International Auto Show for the reveal of the highly-anticipated 2018 Dodge Challenger SRT Demon, Dodge still unveiled quite a few special additions to its lineup…
“Banned from the drag-strip because it doesn’t include all of the required safety equipment” just doesn’t have the same ring to it It has been roughly one week since the 2018 Dodge Challenger SRT Demon was first officially revealed to the world at the New York International Auto Show. Among the many accomplishments that Dodge highlighted…
Behold, a Demon appeareth The first half of 2017 was dominated by a Demon in terms of news from Fiat Chrysler. For months leading up to the vehicle’s reveal in April, Dodge was offering small samplings of information surrounding the 2018 Dodge Challenger SRT Demon to build up excitement for the performance model. Those teasers now…
Welcome back again to In the Rearview, where we give you some of the top automotive news from the past week. First of all, the Chicago Auto Show is still swinging (until the 20th), so we start off with updates from the Windy City with a preview of the Mazda area (although since making the video,…
While safe for now, the future of Chrysler, Dodge, and Fiat still remains uncertain Many automotive analysts expected Fiat Chrysler Automobiles to announce the end of operations for the Fiat, Chrysler, and Dodge brands in the U.S. during the automaker’s most recent investor meeting. The meeting came and went earlier this month, and while some…
The 2021 Roadkill Nights Powered by Dodge Photo: FCA MotorTrend Presents Roadkill Nights Powered by Dodge made its return for 2021 after taking a one-year hiatus because of the coronavirus pandemic. In Pontiac, Michigan, 38,000 car enthusiasts took part in this drag racing event on Aug. 14. Check Out the Latest Charger: The 2021 model…
The other day, as I was driving along, I was treated to the lovely sight of a super-lifted rust-bucket Chevy truck driven by a camouflage-garbed gentleman with an American flag draped over the rearview mirror and a giant rear-windshield decal which read “Cummin Stroke This Small Block.” Classy! So, suffice it to say that the…
The 2021 Dodge Challenger Photo: FCA If you want a powerful new car, you often have to pay a high price for it. However, U.S. News & World Report proves that’s not always the case with its list of 10 Cheap New Cars With Lots of Horsepower in 2021. This list recognizes the 2021 Dodge…
The largest hood scoop of any performance vehicle From what we’ve seen so far, one of the most noticeable features of the 2018 Dodge Challenger SRT Demon is the muscle car’s pronounced hood scoop. It certainly adds flair to the front of the Demon. Furthermore, it would seem that the scoop is not only cosmetic,…
Treasure, no longer buried During the fourth teaser video for the Dodge Demon released last month, which was entitled “Crate,” Dodge enthusiasts received a quick glimpse at the eponymous crate, which included parts used to customize the performance vehicle. Today, Dodge released more details surrounding the parts within that treasure chest. Dodge and Snap-On Business Solutions…
2020 Dodge Charger SRT Hellcat Widebody Photo: FCA If a budget-friendly(ish) speed demon is the only option for your new ride, consider the 2020 Dodge Charger Hellcat. According to Wheels.ca writer Chris D’Alessandro, it’s one of the 10 Best Performance Bargains of 2020. Elevate Your Off-Road Journey: With 2020 Jeep Grand Cherokee adventure features “The…
The Demon is built to be a lean, mean, drag-racing machine In case you have missed the last two and a half months of Dodge Demon coverage, Dodge is here with its latest teaser to remind you that the Demon is built to be the ultimate drag-racing machine. Over the course of Dodge’s Demon media…
This morning, the world gets its first glimpses of the 2015 Dodge Charger, which doesn’t lose any of its hallmark gruffness while adding a number of features that make it even more sophisticated. Imagine the stereotypical lunkhead who benches somewhere in the 300 range and wears tank tops in the winter, except he can read…
Dodge’s previous advertising agency came up with the Dodge Brothers advertising campaign, but they are now being replaced Fiat Chrysler Automobiles has decided to change things up with Dodge’s marketing strategy. The Italian-American carmaker has decided to hire GSD&M as its performance brand’s lead advertising agency. GSD&M is an Austin, Texas-based advertising agency that is…
Button, button, who’s got the button? Up to this point, the marketing team at Dodge has bragged quite a bit about the Dodge Demon’s drag-racing capabilities. Of course, if you want to conquer the drag strip, then you need the right fuel for the job. Fortunately, Dodge just revealed that the Dodge Demon can run…
What’s in the box? Earlier this week, it was announced that the 2018 Dodge Challenger SRT Demon would come standard with only one seat in order to contribute to its massive 215-pound weight loss. As such, it’s easy to assume that the Dodge Demon is primarily meant to be a drag vehicle of sorts. However,…
The very first wrecked Challenger SRT Hellcat is going to auction Photo: Insurance Auto Auctions Remember back in December, when some fool with $60K+ in his pocket decided to buy a brand spankin’ new 2015 Dodge Challenger SRT Hellcat that was much too powerful for him to handle? The fool in question was Lance Utley…
As Dodge keeps repeating: “If you know, you know” So far, the teaser videos for the Dodge Demon have only revealed small tidbits of information surrounding Dodge’s new performance vehicle. However, intentionally or not, this week’s Dodge Demon video just unleashed the largest amount of information so far, especially if you know where to look….
Over the weekend, the Dodge Brand released an exciting new ad campaign, centered on the 2015 Dodge Challenger, called “The Legend of the Dodge Brothers.” “The Legend of the Dodge Brothers” tracks the very beginnings of the Dodge Brand. The 30-second spot is called “Ballroom – They Dreamed Big” and takes us back to a…
Ready to make a deal with the Demon Photo: Mecum Auctions Late last month, the final production model of the 2018 Dodge Challenger SRT Demon was auctioned off alongside the final production model of the Dodge Viper. Still, that doesn’t mean there aren’t ways for you to obtain a Dodge Demon of your very own. In…
The Challenger managed to muscle its way up the ranks again in August So far in 2017, Ram has been the true success story of the Fiat Chrysler family. However, August was evidently Dodge’s time to shine, with the performance brand surpassing Ram in sales. Despite this milestone for Dodge, FCA’s overall sales were still…
Don’t let her sweet appearance fool you—this woman is a badass There are few commercials out in the automotive world that are as memorable—and inspiring—as Dodge’s 2015 “Wisdom” Super Bowl commercial. This 60-second television spot features a group of 100-year-olds spouting straight-forward wisdom that they believe all people should follow. Dodge’s commercial was so beloved…
Dodge has begun production of the Charger SRT Hellcat. Deliveries are expected soon. The menacing Dodge Challenger SRT Hellcat entered into production months ago and began shipping back in November of last year. Dodge even created this video to mark the occasion: The Charger SRT Hellcat has always been one step behind, however: revealed a…
Dwight Howard’s customized ‘Flash’ 2015 Dodge Challenger SRT Hellcat Dwight Howard is a great basketball player and has won the NBA Defensive Player of the Year award three times, but he isn’t very original when it comes to picking nicknames that he uses to style his cars. When he played in Orlando, he stole Shaq’s “Superman” nickname and used…
LEGO Speed Champions Set Photo: LEGO The second LEGO Speed Champions collaboration between Dodge and the LEGO Group features two iconic vehicles. Available starting on June 1, on LEGO.com, the new set includes the Mopar Dodge//SRT Top Fuel Dragster and 1970 Dodge Challenger. Showstopper: 2021 Dodge Charger SRT Hellcat revealed The second installment of the…
Movies that involve cars more often than not involve car chases. When you have a big chase scene set up, you want a vehicle that packs a lot of power and possesses a ton of muscle. So it should come as no surprise that plenty of feature films feature Dodge vehicles. From classic models to…
For the first time this year, a Pro Stock driver not named Jason Line or Greg Anderson was able to pick up a victory. The man responsible for this accomplishment was Allen Johnson, who drives the J&J Racing Marathon Petroleum Dodge Dart. The win marked Johnson’s seventh career victory at Bandimere Speedway and it was…
2019 Dodge Challenger Dodge earned its highest ranking in the J.D. Power 2019 U.S. Initial Quality StudySM with an eighth place finish. With an 8 percent increase over last year’s study (a jump of 11 spots), the Dodge Challenger taking the lead in the midsize sporty car segment, and the Dodge Grand Caravan earning a…
Ahead of the official press days for the Big Apple’s motor show next week, Chrysler Group gave us the inside scoop on what we can expect from Dodge at the New York Auto Show. The Dodge brand turns 100 this summer, so the automaker decided to go big for this year’s live reveal. To mark…
The 2015 Dodge Challenger SRT Hellcat has ruled the road this summer, ever since Dodge blew us away with its horsepower rating: 707 hp. But what if we told you that we might be actually getting more than we bargained for, that we’ll actually be seeing an 825 hp Challenger SRT Hellcat hitting dealer lots?…
Most people buy American muscle cars because they are eye-catching and fun-to-drive, but there may be a new reason to invest in a pony car, as an expert from Kelley Blue Book recently told USA Today that modern muscle cars are holding their value better than normal cars. Helpful Hints: Follow these 10 simple steps…
Dodge Taillights When Ron Burgundy told us all about the 2014 Dodge Durango’s glove box, horsepower, elegance and “emm pay guh’s” (mpg’s) he left out one thing – the taillights. We have to wonder: what exactly makes Dodge taillights look so cool? Luckily for us, Jalopnik writer Aaron Foley got to the bottom of it….
Dealers Must Earn the Right to Sell the Challenger SRT Hellcat On September 9, Dodge finally opened up the ordering process for the all-new 2015 Dodge Challenger SRT Hellcat to dealerships, who likely broke the internet trying to put in their eager requests. There has not been a vehicle launch from Dodge this exciting arguably…
The 2020 Dodge Charger Scat Pack Widebody Photo: FCA The all-new 2020 Dodge Charger GT all-wheel-drive has a number of performance-enhancing features that can help you handle the roads throughout the year. For 2020, the car still comes with a powerful powertrain, while also offering components that can withstand different road conditions. Just Around the…
Wiz Khalifa’s 2014 Dodge Viper SRT from the “See You Again” music video With the enormous amount of weed rapper Wiz Khalifa said he smokes daily, it’s probably a good thing he doesn’t actually drive any of the awesome rides featured in the “See You Again” music video. The song, which is currently No. 1…
Dodge Unveils The 2014 Charger and Challenger 100th Anniversary Editions In 1914, brothers John and Horace Dodge created the Dodge Model 30, which was the first all-steel body built car in America. In the near 100 years since, the Dodge brand has carefully cultivated an image as a manufacturer of high-performance cars for the everyman…
The fifth-annual Roadkill Nights Powered by Dodge Photo: FCA After roughly a year of canceled car shows and events due to the coronavirus pandemic, Roadkill Nights Powered by Dodge will make its return in August 2021. Now in its sixth year, this event begins the weeklong celebration of car culture and classic models in the…
Roadkill Nights Powered by Dodge will happen this year on August 19th Drag racing is typically frowned upon throughout the United States because of its illegal status—that is, unless it happens to be at the Roadkill Nights Powered by Dodge event. Dodge is holding its annual Roadkill Nights on August 19th, and it will take…
While the rest of the automotive industry is moving forward with high-tech hybrids and self-driving cars, Dodge is keeping it old school—and it looks like it’s working for the American carmaker. Through a combination of high-octane power and classic styling, the 2015 Dodge Charger SRT Hellcat has made a lasting impression on the industry. So…
Muscle car enthusiasts across the country are shaking with excitement after Dodge announced the new Dodge Challenger R/T Shaker models are starting to make their way to Dodge dealerships. With their throwback “Shaker” hoods and legendary 5.7-liter V8 HEMI® engine, there’s no surprise that Dodge received 2,000 dealer orders for the R/T Shaker in the…
Since it was first revealed back at the 2013 SEMA sow, Dodge and Mopar enthusiasts have been anxiously awaiting the release of the Dodge Scat Pack Stage Kits. With their release just around the corner, details about all three kits have been revealed. The Scat Packs can be used to add an extra performance edge…
2020 Dodge Challenger SRT Hellcat Redeye Widebody Photo: FCA Dodge has once again captivated the judges at Kelley Blue Book. Earning the Best Car Styling Brand award in KBB’s 2020 Brand Image Awards, Dodge has earned high styling praise for its lineup, especially its muscular Challenger and well-equipped Charger. Available Now: 2020 Dodge Challenger “The…
The 2015 Challenger Hellcat is the most powerful muscle car ever. If you haven’t seen (or heard!) the 2015 Challenger SRT Hellcat yet, stop everything you are doing (yes, even reading this article), and check it out now. (But please come back, okay?) Impressive, right? But wait, there’s more. We’ve just gotten word from Dodge…
This 2015 Dodge Challenger Hellcat is straight from the underworld with a 666 VIN If the devil ever drove a car, it’s likely it would be a Dodge Challenger Hellcat. It’s in the name, after all. But what if it was a Challenger Hellcat with a VIN ending in 666? While we don’t think that the…
It’s hard to imagine Dodge without the Hellcat lineup Dodge produces the most powerful mass-production muscle cars on the market—it’s no secret. With the brand’s 707-horsepower 6.2-liter supercharged V8 engine, which is the showpiece in the Dodge Hellcat models, it’s hard to imagine this title going to any other brand. Originally, though, this drool-worthy engine…
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