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2025 Jeep® Grand Cherokee Signature Edition Debuts in India Premium Upgrades Bring More Luxury, Tech, and Comfort to Jeep's Flagship SUV Jeep® India has officially rolled out the 2025 Grand Cherokee Signature Edition, a new high-end trim based on the top-spec Limited (O) model. With more tech, luxury touches, and exclusive features, this new edition is designed to stand out, not just on Indian roads, but against premium global SUV competitors. https://moparinsiders.com/2025-jeep-grand-cherokee-signature-edition-debuts-in-india/

2026 Dodge Charger Gets Bold New Color Options Three New Colors Join the Lineup as Two Say Goodbye Dodge fans, get ready—because the 2026 Dodge Charger is about to add some serious personality to its paint booth. If you’ve been keeping up with the all-new Dodge Charger (LB), you know the brand has kept the color lineup pretty tight since its debut. Compared to the last-generation Charger (LD) and Challenger (LA)—which were known for wild and bright “High-Impact” paint options—the new Charger started off a little conservative. https://moparinsiders.com/2026-dodge-charger-gets-bold-new-color-options/

Stellantis Pushes for CO₂ Rule Delay, Backs Affordable Euro Cars Automaker Wants A 5-Year Emissions Extension and €15K Vehicle Class Right now, Stellantis is facing growing pressure to reduce CO₂ emissions from its commercial vehicle lineup. The EU is preparing to tighten regulations for vans, but Imparato says the timeline is simply too aggressive. https://moparinsiders.com/stellantis-pushes-for-co%e2%82%82-rule-delay-backs-affordable-euro-cars/

Tim Kuniskis to Lead Stellantis American Brands as SRT Returns SRT Revived as Stellantis Unites Performance Under One Roof Stellantis just made a major move in North America. Tim Kuniskis, the longtime Dodge and Ram boss known for his passion and performance-first mindset, has been appointed to a new role: Head of American Brands and North America Marketing and Retail Strategy. In this expanded position, Kuniskis will report directly to Stellantis CEO Antonio Filosa and will be in charge of strengthening the connection between Stellantis’ American brands and their customers, while still continuing as CEO of the Ram brand. https://moparinsiders.com/tim-kuniskis-to-lead-stellantis-american-brands-as-srt-returns/

2025 Jeep® Commander Overland Debuts in Japan Limited Edition SUV Blends Urban Style with Premium Comfort Jeep® Japan is rolling out a new, exclusive SUV for 2025—the Jeep Commander Overland—a special edition based on the popular Limited trim. Only 200 units will be available nationwide, and they are priced at ¥6,240,000, which translates to approximately $38,600 USD (based on current exchange rates). https://moparinsiders.com/2025-jeep-commander-overland-debuts-in-japan/

Fiat 500 Hybrid to Jumpstart Italian City Car Comeback Affordable New Hybrid Hits Production in November, with a Budget-Friendly 500e BEV Coming in 2027 Fiat is going back to basics in a big way, and it’s all riding on a new version of its iconic 500 city car. Starting this November, the brand will launch the Fiat 500 Ibrida (Hybrid) — a more affordable and practical version of the popular hatchback — in an effort to revive its struggling vehicle production in Italy. https://moparinsiders.com/fiat-500-hybrid-to-jumpstart-italian-city-car-comeback/

Chrysler’s Minivan Crown Slips As Toyota, Honda, and Kia Surge in 2025 Pacifica and Voyager Sales Fall Behind as Foreign Rivals Dominate the Growing Minivan Market For years, the Chrysler Pacifica has been the gold standard of minivans—an American favorite known for its clever storage, optional plug-in hybrid (PHEV) technology, and family-friendly features. It even outsold the Honda Odyssey by a wide margin in 2024. But fast forward to 2025, and Chrysler’s grip on the minivan market is loosening fast. https://moparinsiders.com/chryslers-minivan-crown-slips-as-toyota-honda-and-kia-surge-in-2025/

Hennessey Demon 1700: Turbocharged Insanity 1,700 Horsepower On E85 and Twin-Turbocharged... Let’s get one thing straight—the 2023 Dodge Challenger SRT Demon 170 was already ridiculous. From the factory, it makes 1,025 horsepower on E85, launches to 60 in 1.66 seconds, and runs the quarter mile in 8.91 seconds. That should’ve been the final word in American muscle. But then Hennessey got involved—and they don’t play by the rules. https://moparinsiders.com/hennessey-demon-1700-turbocharged-insanity/

Stellantis Post It’s Sales Numbers For The U.S. In Q2 2025 Ram Roars, Jeep® Climbs, Alfa Stumbles... While overall U.S. sales for Stellantis declined 10% in Q2 2025, the story beneath the surface reveals strong growth in key areas, including Ram trucks and Jeep SUVs. The Q2 period concluded with 309,976 total vehicles sold, but despite the decline, some key brands are heading in the right direction. https://moparinsiders.com/stellantis-post-its-sales-numbers-for-the-u-s-in-q2-2025/

Low-Mile 1992 Dodge Daytona IROC R/T Listed on BringATrailer Dodge’s Turbocharged ‘90s FWD Coupe Still Leaves Us in Awe If you’re a fan of rare Mopars from the early ’90s, then this ultra-clean 1992 Dodge Daytona IROC R/T listed on BringATrailer.com is something you don’t want to miss. With under 19,000 original miles, this Bright White IROC R/T is one of the cleanest survivors out there—and it’s being offered with no reported accidents and a clean Arizona title. Bidding wraps up on Monday, July 14 at 5:56 p.m. EDT. https://moparinsiders.com/low-mile-1992-dodge-daytona-iroc-r-t-listed-on-bringatrailer/

Stellantis Granted Patent for Biometric Vehicle Entry System New Patent Could Eliminate the Need for Key Fobs or Smartphones Stellantis (FCA US, LLC) has just been granted a groundbreaking patent by the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) on July 1, 2025, for a “system and method for accessing a vehicle with a biometric key.” Originally filed back in March 2023, this patent aims to change how drivers get into their vehicles—especially in situations where their key fob, smartphone, or other typical access devices are unavailable. https://moparinsiders.com/stellantis-granted-patent-for-biometric-vehicle-entry-system/

Stellantis Shares Slide After BofA Downgrade Over Europe Worries Analysts See Weak Results Ahead and Major BEV Hurdles in Europe Stellantis (NYSE: STLA) shares slipped nearly 5% in premarket trading Monday after Bank of America (BofA) downgraded the auto giant’s stock from Buy to Neutral, citing mounting issues in Europe and fears of disappointing financial results. The bank also cut its price target dramatically—from €16 to €10, which translates to a drop from $17.25 to $10.78 USD. https://moparinsiders.com/stellantis-shares-slide-after-bofa-downgrade-over-europe-worries/

NHTSA Reopens Ram Truck Investigation Over Post-Recall Rollaway Failures Second Probe In A Week Targeting Stellantis Vehicles For Faulty Recall Fixes The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has launched a formal Recall Query (RQ) into over 1.18 million Ram pickup trucks after receiving multiple reports of rollaway incidents that occurred after vehicles were supposedly repaired under previous safety recalls. https://moparinsiders.com/nhtsa-reopens-ram-truck-investigation-over-post-recall-rollaway-failures/

Ram Drives Stellantis Mexico to Record June Ram 700, Peugeot Rifter, and Jeep Compass Lead Strong Mid-Year Sales Surge Stellantis Mexico had a strong showing in June 2025, selling a total of 6,687 vehicles across its portfolio of brands. Ram led the charge with 3,154 units, achieving its best June sales ever and marking its sixth straight month of year-over-year growth. According to Antonio Camalich, Director of Sales for Stellantis Mexico, “June was an important month for Ram, which marked its sixth consecutive month of growth over last year. Customer preference continues to drive positive results for the Ram 1200 and Ram 700, which together surpassed 2,500 units. On the other hand, the Peugeot Rifter continues to perform solidly...

17k-Mile 1990 Dodge Li’l Red Express Dakota Heads to Auction No Reserve Retro Classic Pickup with Custom '90s Flair Ends July 9 on BaT If you’re a fan of throwback pickups with serious personality, there’s a rare gem now live on BringATrailer.com that deserves your attention. Up for grabs with no reserve is a 1990 Dodge Dakota Li’l Red Express conversion, showing just 17,000 original miles and sporting all the bold styling cues that made this limited run so memorable. https://moparinsiders.com/17k-mile-1990-dodge-lil-red-express-dakota-heads-to-auction/

NHTSA Reopens Probe into Dodge Dart Over Gear Shifter Cable Failures Post-Recall Shifter Bushing Issues Prompt Federal Investigation If you own a 2013 to 2016 Dodge Dart with a 6-speed automatic transmission, this one’s for you. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has officially reopened an investigation into a known issue with the Dart’s shifter cable bushings—specifically those that were supposed to be fixed under a 2019 safety recall. https://moparinsiders.com/nhtsa-reopens-probe-into-dodge-dart-over-gear-shifter-cable-failures/

Boxier New Jeep® Compass (J4U) Is The Most Aerodynamic Jeep Ever 10% More Aerodynamic Than The Outgoing Model, Despite Its More Traditional Styling The all-new Jeep® Compass (J4U) is here (well, at least in Europe)—and it’s doing something no Jeep has done before: chasing down air resistance like a performance car, not just an off-roader. But don’t worry—this isn’t some wind-tunnel blob in disguise. It’s still got that strong, boxy, unmistakably Jeep look. Only now, it’s the most aerodynamic Jeep ever made. https://moparinsiders.com/boxier-new-jeep-compass-j4u-is-the-most-aerodynamic-jeep-ever/

GTX Tribute: 440-Powered 1968 Plymouth Sport Satellite Hits BaT Big-Block Mopar Muscle Meets Vintage Cruiser Vibes in this GTX-Style Hardtop Looking for a classic Mopar with big-block attitude and vintage flair? Up for grabs right now on BringATrailer.com is a beautifully restored and upgraded 1968 Plymouth Sport Satellite Hardtop, done up as a tribute to the legendary GTX. https://moparinsiders.com/gtx-tribute-440-powered-1968-plymouth-sport-satellite-hits-bat/

Stellantis Canada Has A Dismal Q2 2025 Sales Period Sales Down 14% In First Half, Down 10% During The Quarter FCA Canada has released its second-quarter 2025 sales numbers, showing a 10% decline in vehicle deliveries compared to the same period last year, with 32,554 units sold. Year-to-date (H1 2025) sales are also down 14%, totaling 58,908 units. While the overall results show a downturn, several Stellantis brands, notably Chrysler and Fiat, achieved clear wins. https://moparinsiders.com/stellantis-canada-has-a-dismal-q2-2025-sales-period/

FIAT Unveils New 500 Hybrid on Iconic Anniversary at Mirafiori A Modern Twist on Italy’s Most Beloved City Car Returns Home with Hybrid Power In a move that bridges the past and the future, FIAT has officially revealed the all-new 500 Ibrida (Hybrid) at its historic Mirafiori plant in Turin, Italy. The event marked both a return to roots and a new chapter for one of Italy’s most iconic vehicles, on the very day the original 500 was launched back in 1957. https://moparinsiders.com/fiat-unveils-new-500-hybrid-on-iconic-anniversary-at-mirafiori/