Mopar Insiders Articles

Tri-Motor Setup for Dodge Charger Daytona SRT Banshee? Banshee Will Only Be Available As Two-Door At Launch... Dodge is preparing to make a significant leap into the electric vehicle (EV) market with the upcoming 2025 Dodge Charger Daytona SRT Banshee. As the anticipated halo model for the Dodge brand, this all-electric muscle car is expected to set new standards in performance and innovation. While Dodge continues to be tight-lipped about the SRT Banshee, many questions remain about the upcoming halo car for Dodge. https://moparinsiders.com/tri-motor-setup-for-dodge-charger-daytona-srt-banshee/

Renegade Name Will Return as Jeep®’s $25,000 Electric SUV A Bold Move to Capture the Affordable Electric Vehicle (EV) Market... In a significant announcement during Stellantis’ Investor Day 2024 at the Chrysler Technical Center in Auburn Hills, Michigan, Jeep® CEO Antonio Filosa unveiled plans for the return of the Renegade nameplate to the North American market. This time, the Renegade will make its comeback as an all-electric vehicle (BEV) with a starting price just under $25,000. This announcement comes on the heels of Stellantis CEO Carlos Tavares’ earlier statement at a Bernstein investor conference, where he mentioned that a $25,000 Jeep BEV would be arriving in the U.S. “very soon.”...

SPOTTED: 2025 Ram 1500 REV Electric Pickup Prototype Caught Charging Off Of The I-70 Corridor In Colorado... Ram has kept a tight lid on its upcoming 2025 Ram 1500 REV, the brand’s first foray into the competitive electric pickup truck market. Officially unveiled in New York last year, the REV aims to challenge its rivals with a blend of innovation and familiar Ram ruggedness. Despite initial expectations that it would closely resemble the radical Ram Revolution Concept, Ram opted for a more conservative approach, updating the existing body style to enhance aerodynamics and maximize range. https://moparinsiders.com/spotted-2025-ram-1500-rev-electric-pickup-prototype/

Dodge Charger Daytona Launch Delayed By 90 Days To Fix Issues No Summer Launch For The New Charger, Will Come In The Fall... Dodge’s controversial all-electric 2024 Charger Daytona is facing a significant delay. According to multiple dealer sources, the cars have been pushed back by 90 days. Sources close to the program have told us that the postponement is necessary to address several electrical issues that have surfaced during testing. https://moparinsiders.com/dodge-charger-daytona-launch-delayed-by-90-days-to-fix-issues/

Stellantis CEO Says He Is Ready To Start Cutting Brands "If They Don't Make Money, We'll Shut Them Down," Tavares Says... Stellantis, the world's fourth-largest automaker, says it is taking decisive action to tackle weak margins and high inventory levels in its U.S. operations. CEO Carlos Tavares announced that the company is prepared to eliminate underperforming brands from its extensive portfolio if they fail to generate profits. This marks a significant shift in strategy for Tavares, who previously maintained that all 14 brands under Stellantis, including Chrysler, Maserati, DS Automobiles, and Lancia, had a future. https://moparinsiders.com/stellantis-ceo-says-he-is-ready-to-start-cutting-brands/

Stellantis Takes Strategic Shift To Hybrid Vehicles In Europe Cheaper HEVs Are Gaining Huge Momentum In Europe, As EV Subsidies Reside... Stellantis has announced that it will take a strategic shift towards expanding its lineup of hybrid vehicles in response to evolving consumer preferences across the European continent. The decision comes amidst a notable surge in demand for hybrid electric vehicles (HEVs), driven by affordability and practicality factors. https://moparinsiders.com/stellantis-takes-strategic-shift-to-hybrid-vehicles-in-europe/

GM Makes Mopar Fans Jealous With New Twin-Turbo “LT7” Engine New V8 From GM, Dethrones C170 HELLEPHANT As Most Powerful V8... Chevrolet has unleashed a new beast in the automotive world with the 2025 Corvette ZR1, boasting an impressive 1,064 horsepower from its all-new LT7 engine. This twin-turbocharged 5.5-liter DOHC flat-plane crank V8 is setting new benchmarks and leaving Mopar fans green with envy, especially in light of recent changes in Stellantis’ engine lineup. https://moparinsiders.com/gm-makes-mopar-fans-jealous-with-new-twin-turbo-lt7-engine/

Stellantis Pays $190.7 Million in Fuel Economy Penalties Automaker Invests Heavily in EVs Amid Compliance Costs... According to Reuters, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) recently disclosed that Stellantis (FCA US, LLC) paid $190.7 million in civil penalties for not meeting U.S. fuel economy standards for the 2019 and 2020 model years. The NHTSA, which oversees the Corporate Average Fuel Economy (CAFE) program, revealed these penalties on a government website. https://moparinsiders.com/stellantis-pays-190-7-million-in-fuel-economy-penalties/

37th Annual MOPARs at the Red Barns Show Is Tomorrow West Michigan’s Largest All-Chrysler Car Show Returns to the Gilmore Car Museum... Car enthusiasts are in for a treat as the 37th Annual MOPARs at the Red Barns Show and Swap Meet takes place tomorrow at the Gilmore Car Museum in Hickory Corners, Michigan. Known as West Michigan’s largest all-Chrysler products car show, the event will showcase over 350 muscle cars and antiques, celebrating the rich history of Chrysler. https://moparinsiders.com/37th-annual-mopars-at-the-red-barns-show-is-tomorrow/

This Chrysler 300 SRT HELLCAT Redeye Is The Car Chrysler Should Have Offered! Absolutely Stunning Build, Shows Us How Much More Awesome The 300 Could Have Been... A lot of people were disappointed by Chrysler’s decision to make the 2023 Chrysler 300C powered by the 6.4-liter (392 cubic inch) SRT HEMI V8 rather than the supercharged HELLCAT HEMI V8. And although Chrysler never officially built any Chrysler 300 SRT HELLCATs for the public, there are a handful of creative people out there who have swapped HELLCAT powerplants into Chrysler 300s. https://moparinsiders.com/this-chrysler-300-srt-hellcat-redeye-is-the-car-chrysler-should-have-offered/

Stellantis Releases Its Financial Results For H1 2024 Company Still Reported A Net Profit Of $6.2 Billion, Down 48% Compared To 2023... Stellantis has announced its financial results for the first half of 2024. Despite a challenging economic environment, the company reported a net profit of €5.6 billion ($6.2 billion) and an adjusted operating income (AOI) margin of 10%. However, the results reflect significant declines compared to the first half of 2023, with net revenues down 14% to €85.0 billion ($94.1 billion) and net profit down 48%. https://moparinsiders.com/stellantis-releases-its-financial-results-for-h1-2024/

Production of FIAT’s New Grande Panda Begins in Serbia Is the First Electric Vehicle (EV) Produced in the Country... Production of the all-new Fiat Grande Panda has begun at the Stellantis Kragujevac Assembly Plant in Serbia. The automaker launched FIAT’s newest vehicle on Monday, with the President of Serbia, Aleksandar Vučić, and Carlos Tavares, CEO of Stellantis, on hand. https://moparinsiders.com/production-of-fiats-new-grande-panda-begins-in-serbia/

Ram Sales Plummet By 19.5% During First Half Of 2024 Sales Drop By Almost 45,500 Units, Compared To First Half Of 2023... The full-size pickup truck market is a cornerstone of the U.S. automotive industry, known for its fierce competition and loyal customer base. However, the first half of 2024 has shown a shift in the landscape, with overall sales experiencing a decline. Despite this, certain brands have managed to maintain or even grow their market share, but not Ram. https://moparinsiders.com/ram-sales-plummet-by-19-5-during-first-half-of-2024/

Settlement Reached In Ram / Cummins Emissions Lawsuit Certain 2013 to 2015 Ram 2500 and 3500 Owners to Receive Compensation... A preliminary settlement has been reached in a class action lawsuit involving certain 2013 to 2015 Ram 2500/3500 Heavy Duty trucks equipped with 6.7-liter Cummins turbodiesel engines. The lawsuit, which names both Chrysler and Cummins as defendants, has been in court for seven years. Chrysler has denied all allegations but agreed to settle to avoid the significant costs and disruptions of ongoing litigation. https://moparinsiders.com/settlement-reached-in-ram-cummins-emissions-lawsuit/

CAUGHT: 2025 Jeep® Grand Cherokee Summit Reserve Spy Photos Reveal 2025 Grand Cherokee Testing New Engine and Updated Design... The anticipation for the 2025 Jeep® Grand Cherokee (WL) is heating up. Spy photographers from KGPPhotography recently caught several prototypes testing on public roads. These images give us a sneak peek into the changes Jeep is preparing for the brand’s most popular and award-winning SUV offering. https://moparinsiders.com/caught-2025-jeep-grand-cherokee-summit-reserve/

2024 Roadkill Nights Ticket Sales Are Now Open Experience Legally Sanctioned Racing on Historic Woodward Ave. on August 10... MotorTrend Presents Roadkill Nights Powered by Dodge is gearing up for its ninth edition at the M1 Concourse in Pontiac, Michigan, on Saturday, August 10, 2024. This popular event brings legally sanctioned drag racing to Woodward Avenue, a historic strip in Metro Detroit. Tickets are now available, with prices starting at $25. https://moparinsiders.com/2024-roadkill-nights-ticket-sales-are-now-open/

The Last 2023 Dodge Charger Pursuit Goes To Jay Leno’s Garage Kuniskis Makes Last Appearance As Dodge's CEO, Highlighting The Very Last HEMI® Charger... In the latest episode of Jay Leno’s Garage, car enthusiasts were treated to a special appearance by the very last 2023 Dodge Charger Pursuit to roll off the assembly line at the Brampton Assembly Plant. This particular vehicle holds a unique place in modern Mopar history, as it is not only the final Charger Pursuit but also the last HEMI®-powered Charger, and very last Charger produced at the Brampton facility. Joining Jay Leno for this special showcase was former Dodge and Ram CEO, Tim Kuniskis. https://moparinsiders.com/the-last-2023-dodge-charger-pursuit-goes-to-jay-lenos-garage/

Stellantis Dealers Seek CEO’s Aid Amid Sales Slump Dealers Advocate for Change Amid Market Challenges... In a turbulent market, Stellantis is grappling with significant setbacks in the U.S. market. During the Q2 2024 period, the parent company of Chrysler, Dodge, Jeep®, Fiat, and Ram saw a sharp 21% decline in sales, contributing to the highest dealer inventory levels across the industry. https://moparinsiders.com/stellantis-dealers-seek-ceos-aid-amid-sales-slump/

NHTSA Investigates Engine Stalls on 2022 HEMI eTorque Vehicles ODI Probes Engine Shutdowns on 2022 Ram 1500 and Jeep® Wagoneer Models... The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has initiated an investigation into reports of engine stalls and loss of power in particular 2022 Ram 1500 (DT) pickup trucks and 2022 Jeep® Wagoneer (WS) SUVs. Both models are equipped with the 5.7-liter HEMI V8 engine featuring the eTorque mild-hybrid system. https://moparinsiders.com/nhtsa-investigates-engine-stalls-on-2022-hemi-etorque-vehicles/

U.S. To Propose New Regulations On Chinese Vehicle Software New Regulations Could Begin As Early As Next Month... The U.S. Commerce Department is gearing up to propose new regulations next month to limit certain vehicle software made in China and other countries considered adversaries. A senior official announced this move on Tuesday. It is part of a broader effort to enhance national security by controlling critical components used in connected vehicles. https://moparinsiders.com/u-s-to-propose-new-regulations-on-chinese-vehicle-software/

Meet The 2025 Ram 1200 Midsized Pickup For Mexico Chinese-Built Midsized Truck, Looks To Offer A Budget-Friendly Offering For Mexican Customers... Ram Mexico is expanding its lineup for 2025 by introducing the 2025 Ram 1200. While new to the Mexican portfolio, this vehicle has been produced for other brands in the Stellantis portfolio, such as Fiat’s Titano and Peugeot’s Landtrek. https://moparinsiders.com/meet-the-2025-ram-1200-midsized-pickup-for-mexico/

Stellantis Offers New Charging Packages for BEV Buyers Customers Can Choose At-Home Chargers or Charge Credits ($600 Value)... Stellantis is making a significant push to encourage customers to transition to battery-electric vehicles (BEVs) by offering two new purchase packages through its Free2move Charge program. These packages are designed to simplify the charging process and make the switch to electrification more appealing. https://moparinsiders.com/stellantis-offers-new-charging-packages-for-bev-buyers/

GSS Supercars Unveils HURST Heritage 55th Anniversary Challenger The Next Chapter In The HURST Package Cars... Dodge is known for its limited edition “buzz” models, but there are plenty of aftermarket options to give your car a unique look. One such aftermarket company is GSS SUPERCARS, which offers an array of unique HURST packages through its Mr. Norm’s website for various Mopars, such as the Challenger, Charger, 300, and Ram 1500. https://moparinsiders.com/gss-supercars-unveils-hurst-heritage-55th-anniversary-challenger/

Stellantis Post It’s Sales Numbers For The U.S. In Q2 2024! Despite a Decline in Overall Sales, Plug-In Hybrid Models Shine Brightly... Stellantis (FCA US) reported sales of 344,993 vehicles for the second quarter of 2024. While overall U.S. sales declined by 21% compared to last year’s period, the company showed a 4%improvement quarter-over-quarter. The decrease in sales was attributed to high vehicle prices, rising interest rates, and less attractive sales incentives. However, Stellantis is working closely with its leadership and dealers to address these challenges and better serve customers. https://moparinsiders.com/stellantis-post-its-sales-numbers-for-the-u-s-in-q2-2024/