Mopar Insiders Articles

Stellantis Shareholders Give Green Light to Carlos Tavares’ $26 Million Salary Remains One of the Highest Paid CEOs in the Industry... Shareholders have approved the compensation package for Stellantis CEO Carlos Tavares, a significant improvement from the previous year’s rejection. The 2022 executive compensation report, which includes remuneration for senior executives, was approved by 80.4% of shareholders at the company’s Annual General Meeting (AGM). https://moparinsiders.com/stellantis-shareholders-approve-carlos-tavares-salary-of-26-million/

Finale Speed Shows Off Its First Fully Carbon Fiber-Bodied ’70 Charger This Weekend Car Will Be On Display At Barrett-Jackson West Palm Beach Auction... During Dodge Speed Weeks in August, Dodge CEO Tim Kuniskis announced that Direct Connection is also collaborating with Finale Speed of Yukon, Oklahoma, to license a 1970 Dodge Charger carbon fiber body that can be built into a complete, finished vehicle. The carbon fiber-bodied vehicles are engineered to OEM specifications to create the iconic Mopar look with the feel and performance of modern muscle cars. https://moparinsiders.com/finale-speed-shows-off-its-first-fully-carbon-fiber-bodied-70-charger-this-weekend/

AUCTION: Dodge Challenger SRT HELLCAT Redeye “Black Ghost” Tribute Some Cloned One Of The New "Last Call" Sticker Packages... There has been much excitement about the new 2023 Dodge Challenger Black Ghost special edition as part of Dodge’s “Last Call” program. The car pays homage to the iconic ‘Black Ghost’ 1970 Dodge Challenger HEMI R/T SE owned by Godfrey Qualls, which ruled Woodward Avenue during the 1970s. https://moparinsiders.com/auction-dodge-challenger-srt-hellcat-redeye-black-ghost-tribute/

AUCTION: Customized 1969 Plymouth Road Runner Convertible Set To Cross The Mecum Houston Auction Block This Weekend... One of the most iconic vehicles from the late-1960s, is the Plymouth Road Runner. This particular Plymouth Road Runner is one of only 2,128 convertibles produced for the 1969 model year. Powered by a non-numbers matching 7.2-liter (440 cubic-inch) MAGNUM V8 and Tremec TKO 5-speed manual transmission, it is a true muscle car lover’s dream vehicle. https://moparinsiders.com/auction-customized-1969-plymouth-road-runner-convertible/

AUCTION: Bobby Allison’s 1969 Dodge Charger Daytona NASCAR Test Car A Unique Piece Of Stock Car History... Racing fans and collectors will have the chance to place a bid on a piece of NASCAR history at the 2023 Mecum Houston auction this weekend. This 1969 Dodge Charger Daytona was a test vehicle for NASCAR legend Bobby Allison throughout the 1970 NASCAR Grand National season. Wearing Allison’s No. 22 Coca-Cola sponsorship scheme, the car has been part of the Horton Classic Car Museum Collection for several years. https://moparinsiders.com/auction-bobby-allisons-1969-dodge-charger-daytona-nascar-test-car/

2024 Alfa Romeo Giulia and Stelvio Quadrifoglio 100th Anniversary Just 100 Units Of Each Will Be Made, Globally... Alfa Romeo announced today the introduction of the new Giulia and Stelvio Quadrifoglio 100th Anniversary models, celebrating 100 years passed since the indelible symbol of Alfa Romeo, the Quadrifoglio, made its racing debut. https://moparinsiders.com/2024-alfa-romeo-giulia-and-stelvio-quadrifoglio-100th-anniversary/

Stellantis Launches Circular Economy Hub in Mirafiori as Part of Decarbonization Strategy Internal Personnel Chosen For Sustainability Initiative... Stellantis has announced that it is starting the selection phase of internal personnel for its first Circular Economy Hub in Mirafiori, an important initiative for the company’s decarbonization strategy. The hub will focus on promoting a sustainable business model, and a dedicated project team with specific skills has been created to drive circular economy development and growth targets. https://moparinsiders.com/stellantis-launches-circular-economy-hub-in-mirafiori-as-part-of-decarbonization-strategy/

Ram Has Best Sales Month Ever In Its History In Brazil! Rising Demand for Ram Trucks Drives Unprecedented Sales Growth in Brazil... Ram, the American truck brand, has achieved a historic milestone in Brazil. For the first time since the brand’s debut in the country, Ram has sold over 1,000 units in a single month. In March 2023, Ram sold 1,171 units, which helped to make the brand second in the premium segment in the first quarter (Q1). These numbers were reported in the Fenabrave survey. https://moparinsiders.com/ram-has-best-sales-month-ever-in-its-history-in-brazil/

Ram 1500 REV Welcomes Back the Premium ‘Tungsten’ Trim Tungsten Returns for the First Time Since 2018... The full-size ultra-premium luxury pickup market continues to grow as truck manufacturers continue to see who can build the most luxurious offering out there. Trucks like the Ford F-150 Limited, GMC Sierra Denali Ultimate, Silverado High Country, and Toyota Tundra Capstone are becoming increasingly popular as people move away from luxury cars and into pickup trucks. So you can find every amenity available packaged into these full-size family haulers. https://moparinsiders.com/ram-1500-rev-welcomes-back-the-premium-tungsten-trim/

ONE MEAN MACHINE: 2007 Jeep® Trailhawk Concept The More Street-Oriented Version Of The Wrangler Unlimited... There have been a lot of amazing Jeep® concept vehicles over the years, but one that stood out on the auto show circuit was the 2007 Jeep Trailhawk Concept. Combining the core off-road features of the body-on-frame four-door Jeep Wrangler Unlimited (JK) with more of a conventional SUV exterior, this on-road open-air concept vehicle provided a unique and fresh expression for Jeep. https://moparinsiders.com/one-mean-machine-2007-jeep-trailhawk-concept/

REPORT: Mustang Outsells Challenger During Q1 2023 Sales Can Challenger Hold On To Its Best-Selling Pony Car Title? The American ‘pony car’ segment has long been a fiercely competitive battleground for Detroit’s Big-3 automakers, with the Dodge Challenger, Ford Mustang, and Chevrolet Camaro vying for the top spot. As first quarter (Q1) results have shown, all three muscle cars have shown increases in sales despite huge changes coming for each model. https://moparinsiders.com/report-mustang-outsells-challenger-during-q1-2023-sales/

Dodge Charger Daytona Comparison: 50th Anniversary vs King Edition Which of these iconic models better lives up to the Daytona name? Despite the return of the Daytona nameplate on the modern-day Charger sedan in 2006, Dodge has continued to put the name on numerous limited edition models, as well as the premium variant on 5.7-liter and 6.4-liter HEMI®-powered offerings. However, over the past few years, Dodge has used the name on two of its ultimate variants of the Charger: the Charger SRT HELLCAT Widebody Daytona 50th Anniversary Edition and the 2023 Dodge Charger King Daytona. https://moparinsiders.com/dodge-charger-daytona-comparison-50th-anniversary-vs-king-edition/

FIRST LOOK: 2024 Dodge Hornet R/T PHEV eAWD Blacktop Think Of It As The Modern-Day Hot Hatch... Dodge’s new compact utility vehicle (CUV), the Dodge Hornet, is setting new standards in performance and efficiency. With best-in-class standard performance with both of its powertrain options and a unique PowerShot horsepower boost feature, the Hornet R/T PHEV is a force to be reckoned with. https://moparinsiders.com/first-look-2024-dodge-hornet-r-t-phev-eawd-blacktop/

Unleash Your Inner Adventurer with the AEV Prospector XL Tray Bed The Ultimate Adventure Rig for Off-Road Enthusiasts If you’re looking for an adventure-ready vehicle that can handle any terrain and any challenge, look no further than the American Expedition Vehicles (AEV) Prospector XL Tray Bed. This iconic adventure rig was originally a personal project of AEV’s President, Dave Harriton, and has since become one of the most talked about vehicles in the industry. https://moparinsiders.com/unleash-your-inner-adventurer-with-the-aev-prospector-xl-tray-bed/

Ram 1500 REV To Be Produced At The Warren Truck Assembly Plant? Sources Close To The Situation Indicate It Will Happen... During Super Bowl LVII, the Ram brand gave the public its first sneak peek of the upcoming all-electric Ram 1500 REV during a 60-second commercial entitled “Premature Electrification.” At that time, Ram announced that it was opening pre-orders of the REV through its REV Insider+ program. https://moparinsiders.com/ram-1500-rev-to-be-produced-at-the-warren-truck-assembly-plant/

Stellantis (FCA Canada) Releases Its Sales Figures For Q1 2023 Sales Down 6% Over The Same Time Last Year... With its first quarter of 2023 now in the books, Stellantis (FCA Canada) remains the No. 1 seller of plug-in hybrid electric vehicles (PHEVs) in the country, with three models among the top 10 best-selling PHEVs. Sales of 40,073 units for the period are highlighted by increases for Wagoneer, Ram 1500, and Dodge Durango. That overall figure represents a 6% decrease versus the first three months of 2022. https://moparinsiders.com/stellantis-fca-canada-releases-its-sales-figures-for-q1-2023/

Kelley Blue Book Names The Dodge Brand As The “Best Performance Brand” For 2023 Dodge Also Claims "Most Refined Brand" Title, As Well... This year, Dodge took honors for Best Performance Brand and Most Refined Brand. The honors mark the fifth consecutive year Dodge has been recognized with a KBB.com Brand Image Award. https://moparinsiders.com/kelley-blue-book-names-the-dodge-brand-as-the-best-performance-brand-for-2023/

Jeep® Pulls Back The Covers On The Updated 2024 Wrangler (JL) More Tech, More Safety, More Off-Road Capability... Jeep® just unveiled the updated 2024 Wrangler (JL), the brand’s most capable and recognized vehicle in the world. Building on the iconic nameplate’s legendary history, the Wrangler soldiers on with its unmatched combination of off-road capability, authentic Jeep design, open-air freedom, advanced powertrains, superior on- and off-road dynamics, and a host of innovative safety, and advanced technology features. https://moparinsiders.com/jeep-pulls-back-the-covers-on-the-updated-2024-wrangler-jl/

See The 1,000 Horsepower Mammoth 1000 6×6 In Action! John Hennessey Gets Behind The Wheel Of His Company's Monster Pickup... John Hennessey, CEO of Hennessey Performance, is no stranger to creating some of the most powerful and impressive vehicles on the street. In a recent YouTube video, Hennessey climbed behind the wheel of the latest creation to come out of his garage, the Hennessey™ Mammoth™ 1000 6×6. The Mammoth 1000 6×6 is an upgrade over the already impressive 2023 Ram 1500 TRX, putting out an astounding 1,000 horsepower and 969 lb.-ft. of torque. https://moparinsiders.com/see-the-1000-horsepower-mammoth-1000-6x6-in-action/

Challenger SRT Demon 170: Impressive Acceleration, But How Accurate Are the Figures? Separating Fact From Fiction On The Fastest Accelerating Production Car... The 2023 Dodge Challenger SRT Demon 170 has been the talk of the automotive industry for its impressive acceleration time of 1.66 seconds from 0 to 60 mph. However, recent concerns have been raised regarding how Dodge achieved this record-breaking time through a video by the Engineering Explained YouTube channel. https://moparinsiders.com/challenger-srt-demon-170-impressive-acceleration-but-how-accurate-are-the-figures/