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Grand Wagoneer Overland Concept Takes Off-Road Exploration to the Next Level Takes Grand Wagoneer into Uncharted Territories of Comfort and Adventure... One such vehicle is the 2023 Grand Wagoneer Overland Concept, which reinterprets the legendary legacy of the Grand Wagoneer and takes it into uncharted territories of comfort and adventure. This go-anywhere, do-anything concept vehicle is designed to take off-road exploration to the next level while maintaining the luxurious style and comfort of the Grand Wagoneer. https://moparinsiders.com/grand-wagoneer-overland-concept-takes-off-road-exploration-to-the-next-level/

Jeep® Hints At Wrangler Update With Rubicon 4xe Concept Vehicle Is This The 2024 Model, Hidden In Plain Sight? Among the new concept vehicles is the Jeep Wrangler Rubicon 4xe Concept, a rugged off-road vehicle with an unapologetic pink exterior paint color that is sure to turn heads. The team behind the design of this vehicle drew inspiration from the overwhelmingly positive reaction to the limited-edition Tuscadero exterior paint color that debuted in 2021 for Jeep Wrangler models. https://moparinsiders.com/jeep-hints-at-wrangler-update-with-rubicon-4xe-concept-vehicle/

The 2007 Dodge Demon Roadster Concept: A Sporty Two-Seat Roadster Explore the Design and Features of the 2007 Dodge Demon Roadster Concept... The Dodge Demon nameplate has been used in the past 50 years in the Dodge lineup. The Demon was a two-door performance coupe that offered sporty looks and well-rounded performance at a budget price, introduced in 1971. The compact Demon lasted for only two model years in the United States, before being renamed the “Dart Sport” after criticisms from Christian groups about the car’s name and pitchfork-welding devil logo. The Demon name wouldn’t be used again until 2007, for a very unique concept car that almost looked like it was ready for production...

Jeep® Rocks Easter Jeep Safari 2023 with Gladiator Sideburn Concept Pushing the Limits of Off-Road Adventure... One of the most striking concept vehicles that will be presented at the event is the Jeep Gladiator Sideburn. Painted in a stunning Solar Flash Yellow, this vehicle is a testament to the brand’s commitment to creating unique, eye-catching, and off-road-capable vehicles. https://moparinsiders.com/jeep-rocks-easter-jeep-safari-2023-with-gladiator-sideburn-concept/

Jeep® Reveals Customizable Wrangler 4xe Departure Concept with Extensive Accessories Experience the Ultimate Off-Road Adventure with Jeep's Latest Concept Vehicle... The Jeep Wrangler 4xe Departure Concept builds upon the iconic open-air cockpit of the best-selling and most capable plug-in electric hybrid (PHEV) in North America with innovative and conceptual items from the JPP by the Mopar design team. Notably, the spare wheel and tire mount allows the Jeep Wrangler Rubicon (JL) 4xe to push the limits of available departure angles with 4×4 electrification. https://moparinsiders.com/jeep-reveals-customizable-wrangler-4xe-departure-concept-with-extensive-accessories/

Jeep® Unveils Electrified Magneto 3.0 Concept at Easter Jeep Safari The Third Evolution of the Zero-Emission Rock-Climbing Beast... Jeep® is once again pushing the boundaries of 4×4 electrification with the unveiling of the Jeep Wrangler Magneto 3.0 Concept at the 57th Annual Easter Jeep Safari in Moab, Utah. https://moparinsiders.com/jeep-unveils-electrified-magneto-3-0-concept-at-easter-jeep-safari/

Rare 1970 Plymouth HEMI ‘Cuda up for Auction at Mecum Glendale Matching Numbers and Rotisserie Restoration Make This HEMI 'Cuda a True Collector's Item The Plymouth Barracuda had always struggled to keep up with the Mustang and Camaro in the pony car race. But in 1970, the Barracuda underwent a massive transformation that turned it into a real game-changer for Plymouth. The Barracuda’s new E-Body platform gave it a sleek and muscular look that finally put it on equal footing with its competitors. And the high-performance HEMI ‘Cuda model was the jewel in Plymouth’s crown. https://moparinsiders.com/rare-1970-plymouth-hemi-cuda-up-for-auction-at-mecum-glendale/

Iconic “Black Ghost” Challenger Inspires Unique R/T Scat Pack Recreation This Design Is More Than Just A Sticker Package... Dodge’s 2023 “Last Call” special edition series of Challengers and Chargers have received criticism for being nothing more than “sticker packages”. However, a digital artist by the name of Oscar Vargas (@wb.artist20) has taken inspiration from the original “Black Ghost” 1970 Dodge Challenger HEMI R/T SE and recreated it in his own unique way. https://moparinsiders.com/iconic-black-ghost-challenger-inspires-unique-r-t-scat-pack-recreation/

RECALL: 2020 to 2023 Jeep® Wrangler For An Unnecessary Frame Stud Could Puncture Fuel Tank If Involved In A Crash... Stellantis, the parent company of FCA US, LLC, has announced a recall of around 57,885 units of 2020 to 2023 Jeep® Wrangler (JL) due to a potential safety issue. The recall has been initiated because of a stud on the frame assembly, which may puncture the fuel tank in the event of a crash, leading to fuel leakage. https://moparinsiders.com/recall-2020-to-2023-jeep-wrangler-for-an-unnecessary-frame-stud/

Stellantis Fined for Air Quality Violations at Michigan Plant Automaker Pays $371k Fine for Repeated Emissions Violations Stellantis, has been fined for repeated air quality violations at its Warren Truck Assembly Plant (WTAP) in Michigan. The Michigan Department of Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy (EGLE) issued four violation notices since the plant began operations in February 2021. The plant underwent a $1.5 billion upgrade to bring the assembly of the new Wagoneer and Grand Wagoneer (WS) SUVs along with the Ram 1500 Classic (DS) pickups to the site. https://moparinsiders.com/stellantis-fined-for-air-quality-violations-at-michigan-plant/

New Ordering Option for 2023 Jeep® Grand Cherokee Trailhawk 4xe in CARB States A Strange New Options Change For Those Living In CARB States... Jeep® has recently announced a change in the ordering options to its U.S. dealers for its electrified 2023 Jeep Grand Cherokee Trailhawk 4xe. This change will affect customers in the 15 states that fall under the California Air Resources Board (CARB). https://moparinsiders.com/new-ordering-option-for-2023-jeep-grand-cherokee-trailhawk-4xe-in-carb-states/

Wrangler 4xe Named PHEV With Best Residual Value by Canadian Black Book Wrangler 4xe is Canada’s Best-Selling PHEV Electric Vehicle... The Jeep Wrangler Unlimited 4xe (JL) has taken home Canadian Black Book’s (CBB’s) 2023 Residual Value Award in the plug-in hybrid electric vehicle (PHEV) category. This marks the second year of CBB’s Best Residual Value Awards and the first where it has ranked PHEVs. The awards recognize vehicles that are expected to retain the largest percentage of their MSRP 48 months after purchase, making them valuable information for consumers as depreciation is the biggest expense of vehicle ownership. https://moparinsiders.com/wrangler-4xe-named-phev-with-best-residual-value-by-canadian-black-book/

AUCTION: 10K-Mile 1995 Dodge Stealth R/T with No Reserve Better Hurry, Auction Ends Later Today... In the world of sports cars, few models captured the attention of enthusiasts quite like the Dodge Stealth. Built by Chrysler’s partner Mitsubishi in Japan, the Stealth was essentially a twin of the Mitsubishi 3000GT, featuring Chrysler-designed bodywork over the same chassis and drivetrain. https://moparinsiders.com/auction-10k-mile-1995-dodge-stealth-r-t-with-no-reserve/

THE DEMON IS BACK! Meet The 2023 Dodge Challenger SRT Demon 170 The Quickest Dodge Vehicle Ever Built... Dodge is introducing the quickest, fastest, and most powerful muscle car in the world, the 1,025-horsepower 2023 Dodge Challenger SRT Demon 170. The brand’s seventh and final “Last Call” special-edition model was unveiled this evening at the Dodge Last Call Powered by Roadkill Nights Vegas performance festival at The Strip at Las Vegas Motor Speedway. https://moparinsiders.com/the-demon-is-back-meet-the-2023-dodge-challenger-srt-demon-170/

ORDERING IS NOW OPEN! 2023 Dodge Challenger SRT Demon 170 Orders For The 1,025 Horsepower Street-Legal Drag Car Is Now Open... Dodge is now accepting orders for the 2023 Dodge Challenger SRT Demon 170, the world’s fastest, quickest, and most powerful factory muscle car. This car delivers an impressive 1,025 horsepower and 945 lb.-ft. of torque on E85 fuel. It can cross the 1/4-mile trap in an NHRA-certified 8.91 seconds @ 151.17 mph. The Dodge Challenger SRT Demon 170 is the seventh and final special edition vehicle in the “Last Call” series from Dodge, and it is the world’s first-ever 8-second factory muscle car. https://moparinsiders.com/ordering-is-now-open-2023-dodge-challenger-srt-demon-170/

Dodge CEO Hints At Another “e-Muscle” Car That Is Waiting In The Wings Charger & Challenger Names To Return For 2024... Yesterday, the 2023 Dodge Challenger SRT Demon 170 was unveiled, marking the final HEMI®-powered muscle car for the current L-Series generation of cars. In contrast to previous “Last Call” models, which were often underwhelming sticker packages, the new Demon 170 showcases the true capabilities of the Gen3 HEMI engine. https://moparinsiders.com/dodge-ceo-hints-at-another-e-muscle-car-that-is-waiting-in-the-wings/

The New Dodge Hornet Is Ready To Take The Nation By Swarm! Dodge Launches New Marketing Campaign For Its New C-UV... Dodge has recently launched a new marketing campaign called “Swarming the Nation” to promote its latest electric performance vehicle, the Dodge Hornet (GG). The campaign includes a 90-second video posted on Dodge’s social media channels, a 30-second TV commercial, and 15-second teasers. The brand aims to disrupt the mainstream compact-utility vehicle (CUV) segment by introducing a new breed of electrified performance. https://moparinsiders.com/the-new-dodge-hornet-is-ready-to-take-the-nation-by-swarm/

The Most Powerful SUV Returns To Dealers: 2023 Dodge Durango SRT HELLCAT Experience Unmatched Power and Performance in the Most Powerful SUV on the Market... The 2023 Dodge Durango SRT HELLCAT has officially arrived at dealerships across the United States, and it’s already making waves among SUV enthusiasts. With its supercharged 6.2-liter HEMI® HELLCAT V8 engine, the Durango SRT HELLCAT delivers an impressive 710 horsepower and 645 lb.-ft. of torque, making it the most powerful SUV on the market. https://moparinsiders.com/the-most-powerful-suv-returns-to-dealers-2023-dodge-durango-srt-hellcat/

RECALL: Stellantis Issues Recall On Some Mopar ABS Hydraulic Control Units Affects 330 Units For Durango and Grand Cherokee Models... Stellantis (FCA US, LLC) has announced a safety recall on certain Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) Hydraulic Control Units (HCUs) with the Part No. 68085397AB that are intended for use on some 2011 to 2022 Jeep® Grand Cherokee (WK2) and 2011 to 2020 Dodge Durango (WD) vehicles. https://moparinsiders.com/recall-stellantis-issues-recall-on-some-mopar-abs-hydraulic-control-units/

AUCTION: 950-Mile 1992 Dodge Viper RT/10 Roadster An Impeccable Example of the Gen1 Viper with Limited Production Numbers and Immaculate Condition... The 1992 Dodge Viper RT/10 is a rare find that will turn heads on the road. This model is one of only 285 produced for the 1992 model year and has been sold on the popular automotive auction site BringATrailer.com twice before, in August 2021 and December 2020. Now, it is back up for sale and will generate interest from collectors and enthusiasts alike. https://moparinsiders.com/auction-950-mile-1992-dodge-viper-rt-10-roadster/