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Dodge Charger NASCAR Designs Spark Excitement Stunning New Renderings Show How a Modern Dodge NASCAR Cup Car Could Look The possibility of Dodge making a triumphant return to the NASCAR Cup Series has been a hot topic among racing fans for years. Now, with digital artist Justin Calvin (@j_cal_designs) releasing jaw-dropping renderings of a Dodge Charger SIXPACK stock car built to NASCAR’s Next-Gen (Gen 7) specifications, those rumors feel closer to reality than ever. https://moparinsiders.com/dodge-charger-nascar-designs-spark-excitement/

Pacifica & Wagoneer L Earn 2025 Best Family Vehicle Awards Chrysler Pacifica and Jeep® Wagoneer L named Best Cars for Families by U.S. News & World Report The 2025 Chrysler Pacifica and Jeep® Wagoneer L have earned top honors in U.S. News & World Report’s 2025 Best Cars for Families awards, solidifying their positions as top choices for family-friendly vehicles. Evaluated against 100 models, these two standouts took home the Best Minivan for Families and Best Large SUV for Families awards, respectively. https://moparinsiders.com/pacifica-wagoneer-l-earn-2025-best-family-vehicle-awards/

15 Vehicles Stolen from Stellantis Lot in Toledo Police Recover Two, Majority Still Missing A Stellantis holding lot in Toledo, Ohio, became the target of an audacious auto heist, as 15 vehicles were stolen in a matter of minutes. While law enforcement has managed to recover two of the stolen vehicles, the rest remain missing. The theft involved a mix of trucks and SUVs, with investigators believing it to be the work of an organized crime ring. https://moparinsiders.com/15-vehicles-stolen-from-stellantis-lot-in-toledo/

Rare 1970 Dodge HEMI® Challenger R/T Heads to Mecum Indy Factory Triple Black Challenger with Numbers-Matching HEMI and Rotisserie Restoration If you’re a Mopar enthusiast or a collector of rare muscle cars, mark your calendar for May 16th. A stunning 1970 Dodge HEMI® Challenger R/T is set to cross the auction block at Mecum Indy 2025, and this isn’t just any Challenger—this is a factory triple-black beast with a numbers-matching 7.0-liter (426 cubic-inch) HEMI V8. Cars like this don’t come around often; when they do, they make waves in the muscle car community. https://moparinsiders.com/rare-1970-dodge-hemi-challenger-r-t-heads-to-mecum-indy/

Car and Driver Outruns HELLCAT Redeye with Daytona Scat Pack Electric Muscle Car That’s Faster Than a HELLCAT (At First)... Car and Driver magazine recently put the all-new, all-electric 2025 Dodge Charger Daytona Scat Pack through its paces, and the results were nothing short of impressive. This electric muscle car not only beat the powerful 2023 Dodge Challenger SRT HELLCAT Redeye from 0 to 60 mph, but it also held its own against some of the best-performance EVs on the market. https://moparinsiders.com/car-and-driver-outruns-hellcat-redeye-with-daytona-scat-pack/

Stellantis Mexico Reports Record-Breaking Sales in February 2025 Ram Drives Exceptional Growth with 59% Year-Over-Year Increase Stellantis Mexico had an outstanding February 2025, reporting total sales of 7,110 units across its diverse brand lineup. Leading the charge was Ram, with 2,835 units sold — a 59% year-over-year increase and the brand’s best February performance ever. https://moparinsiders.com/stellantis-mexico-reports-record-breaking-sales-in-february-2025/

Jeep® Wrangler 4xe Battery Fire Prompt Spark Lawsuit Lawsuit Alleges FCA Failed to Resolve Battery Fire Risk Despite Recalls A new class action lawsuit filed against Stellantis (FCA US, LLC) over ongoing battery fire concerns with Jeep® Wrangler (JL) 4xe plug-in hybrid vehicles (PHEVs). The suit, filed by New York resident Michael Gandelman on March 4, 2025, in the U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Michigan, claims FCA has failed to properly address serious safety risks associated with the vehicle’s lithium-ion battery. https://moparinsiders.com/jeep-wrangler-4xe-battery-fire-prompt-spark-lawsuit/

Take A Look At Rocky Ridge’s 2025 Ram 1500 XP FOX™ Suspension, Lifted Truck Good Looks, and You Can Purchase It At A Dealer FOX™ Factory’s Rocky Ridge brand takes the already impressive 2025 Ram 1500 (DT) and transforms it into an impressive off-road truck with bold styling and upgrades. Built on the popular Big Horn or luxurious Laramie trims, this customized Ram 1500 is packed with premium enhancements designed for rugged capability and head-turning looks. https://moparinsiders.com/take-a-look-at-rocky-ridges-2025-ram-1500-xp/

48k-Mile 2008 Chrysler Aspen Limited Up for Grabs A Well-Preserved HEMI®-Powered SUV Packed with Premium Features If you’re looking for a luxurious full-size SUV with V8 power and low mileage, this 2008 Chrysler Aspen Limited might be the one. Currently listed on BringATrailer.com with no reserve, this Aspen Limited has only 48,000 miles on the clock and is loaded with high-end features and recent maintenance. https://moparinsiders.com/48k-mile-2008-chrysler-aspen-limited-up-for-grabs/

Taking A Look Back At The 2019 Jeep® J6 Concept A Modern Nod to Classic Jeep Trucks... The 2019 Jeep® J6 Concept was a standout creation that paid tribute to the classic Jeep trucks of the late 1970s while showcasing prototype and production parts from the Jeep® Performance Parts (JPP) division at Mopar. Based on the two-door 2019 Jeep Wrangler Rubicon (JL), the J6 concept maximized cargo space with a large, functional six-foot bed—12 inches longer than the standard Jeep Gladiator’s bed. https://moparinsiders.com/taking-a-look-back-at-the-2019-jeep-j6-concept/

Mopar Unveils Limited Edition Mopar ’25 Ram RHO The 2025 Ram RHO Gets The Limited Edition Mopar Treatment Mopar continues its legacy of high-performance factory customization with the introduction of the Mopar ‘25 Package for the 2025 Ram 1500 RHO. Limited to just 250 units (225 for the U.S. and 25 for Canada), this special-edition truck draws inspiration from the Moparized Ram 1500 RHO showcased at the 2024 SEMA Show. https://moparinsiders.com/mopar-unveils-limited-edition-mopar-25-ram-rho/

Custom 1969 Plymouth Barracuda Set To Turn Heads At Mecum High-Performance Mopar Build Ready To Cross The Block If you’re a die-hard Mopar fan or just someone who appreciates high-powered muscle cars, then you’ll want to keep your eyes on this one-of-a-kind custom 1969 Plymouth Barracuda when it hits the auction block at Mecum Glendale on Saturday, March 22nd, 2025. This incredible machine has undergone a no-expense-spared rotisserie restoration and is now far from its factory-original form. https://moparinsiders.com/custom-1969-plymouth-barracuda-set-to-turn-heads-at-mecum/

Stellantis Names Daniel Alejandro González as New Mexico CEO Veteran Leader Takes the Helm to Drive Growth in Key Market Stellantis has announced Daniel Alejandro González as the new CEO of Stellantis Mexico, effective immediately. González will report directly to Antonio Filosa, Stellantis’ COO of the Americas and Director of Quality. https://moparinsiders.com/stellantis-names-daniel-alejandro-gonzalez-as-new-mexico-ceo/

2025 Ram 2500/3500 Heavy Duty Trucks Hit U.S. Dealerships Updated Heavy Duty Pickups Are Finally Starting To Arrive... The updated 2025 Ram 2500 and 3500 Heavy Duty pickups are finally arriving at dealerships across the United States, with several dealers in Texas among the first to showcase the new models. Diana Rhoades from Lithia Chrysler Dodge Jeep® Ram of Corpus Christi, Texas, was one of the first to share photos of the newly arrived trucks on Facebook. https://moparinsiders.com/2025-ram-2500-3500-heavy-duty-trucks-hit-u-s-dealerships/

RETURN FROM EXTINCTION: A HEMI® TRX Will Return In 2026! The HEMI-Powered Beast Returns, and It Could Be More Powerful Than Ever Over the weekend, the internet was buzzing with rumors about the sweeping changes Stellantis is reportedly planning to course-correct after the tenure of former CEO Carlos Tavares. One of the most talked-about topics was the potential return of a HEMI®-powered Ram TRX. https://moparinsiders.com/return-from-extinction-a-hemi-trx-will-return-in-2026/

Rampage Laramie Night Edition Debuts With New Diesel Engine The Blacked-Out Look Joins the Powerful New Diesel Option Ram Brazil has just turned up the heat on its wildly popular Rampage compact pickup by introducing the Laramie Night Edition for the 2025 model year. While the Laramie Night Editionisn’t a new package, 2025 marks the first time that new launched 2.2-liter (134 cubic-inch) MultiJet I4 turbodiesel engine can be paired with the darkened appearance package, offering a fresh does of style and performance to the Rampage lineup. https://moparinsiders.com/rampage-laramie-night-edition-debuts-with-new-diesel-engine/

Inside the Making of the Jeep® Avenger 4xe A New Video Series Showcases the Design and Innovation Behind Jeep’s Hybrid AWD B-SUV Stellantis has launched a four-part video series offering a rare behind-the-scenes look at the development of the Jeep® Avenger 4xe. This exclusive series dives deep into the design and engineering journey of the brand’s groundbreaking hybrid all-wheel-drive (AWD) B-SUV, highlighting the passion and creativity of the Jeep Europe design team. https://moparinsiders.com/inside-the-making-of-the-jeep-avenger-4xe/

1986 Dodge Omni Shelby GLH-S: A Rare Turbocharged Hot Hatch Low-Mileage Shelby Hot Hatch with Classic 80s Performance The 1986 Dodge Omni Shelby GLH-S is one of those rare, under-the-radar gems that car enthusiasts dream about. With only 500 ever produced, this particular example—#250—stands out with just 23,000 miles on the odometer and a clean history. Originally delivered to Keffer Dodge in Charlotte, North Carolina, it’s now offered by a selling dealer in Florida, complete with extensive documentation and a clean Arizona title. https://moparinsiders.com/1986-dodge-omni-shelby-glh-s-a-rare-turbocharged-hot-hatch/

Kindigit Design 1970 Dodge Challenger R/T Heads To Mecum Custom-Built Challenger with 900 HP Heads to Glendale Auction A remarkable 1970 Dodge Challenger R/T restomod is heading to auction at Mecum Glendaleon Saturday, March 22. This custom-built masterpiece is the result of a meticulous frame-off restoration completed in 2014 by Kindigit Design, with a cost exceeding $400,000. The car was a standout award winner at a Washington event in 2014 and gained even more fame being featured on the TV show Bitchin’ Rides (Season 1, Episode 6). https://moparinsiders.com/kindigit-design-1970-dodge-challenger-r-t-heads-to-mecum/

Brampton Downtime Extends as Stellantis Shifts Compass Strategy Stellantis May Delay Brampton's Restart by 6 Months To Prioritize Gas-Powered Compass Stellantis is reportedly reordering its North American launch plans for the next-generation Jeep® Compass (J4U), potentially extending downtime at the Brampton Assembly Plant by at least six more months. Originally, the automaker planned to introduce an all-electric Compass first, but shifting market conditions and evolving consumer demand have led to a strategic pivot toward launching the gasoline-powered version instead. https://moparinsiders.com/brampton-downtime-extends-as-stellantis-shifts-compass-strategy/