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Roadkill Nights Returns to Pontiac for 10th Year of Dodge-Powered Mayhem Street-Legal Drag Racing Heads Back to Woodward Avenue This August It’s official—Roadkill Nights Powered by Dodge is heading back to downtown Pontiac, Michigan, on Saturday, August 9th, and this year marks a decade of tire-shredding celebration for the gearhead crowd. Hosted by MotorTrendand backed by Dodge, the event is returning to its roots, bringing street-legal drag racing back to historic Woodward Avenue, right in the heart of Pontiac’s business district. https://moparinsiders.com/roadkill-nights-returns-to-pontiac-for-10th-year-of-dodge-powered-mayhem/

MoparTechJordan Walks Us Through the Charger Daytona Recall 44C Fix How Recall 44C Restores Pedestrian Warning Sound on 2024–2025 Models Certified Mopar technician Jordan Rose (@MoparTechJordan) recently walked viewers through the most recent safety recall affecting select 2024 and 2025 Dodge Charger Daytona EV models. Known as FCA Recall 44C (NHTSA Campaign Number 25V-389), this federally mandated recall addresses a software issue that could prevent the vehicle’s pedestrian warning system from operating correctly. In a step-by-step video, Rose uses his own 2024 Charger Daytona EV to demonstrate the diagnostic and repair process. https://moparinsiders.com/mopartechjordan-walks-us-through-the-charger-daytona-recall-44c-fix/

Why Ram’s Electric Trucks Are Delayed… It’s Not What You Think CEO Tim Kuniskis Sets the Record Straight on Ramcharger and REV Setbacks There’s been a lot of chatter lately about why Ram keeps pushing back its upcoming electrified pickups, the range-extended Ram 1500 Ramcharger and the all-electric Ram 1500 REV. Some folks are convinced something went wrong during development. Others say it must be a software issue. But according to Ram CEO Tim Kuniskis, that’s not the case at all. https://moparinsiders.com/why-rams-electric-trucks-are-delayed-its-not-what-you-think/

Filosa Wastes No Time, Begins Rethinking Stellantis’ Long-Term Plan New Stellantis CEO Kicks Off Tenure by Reassessing “Dare Forward 2030” Strategy Just days into his new role, Stellantis CEO Antonio Filosa isn’t wasting any time. In his first public Town Hall meeting with employees, held via livestream from Turin, Italy, Filosa made it clear that the company’s long-term strategic direction is already under review. “We have already started looking at our long-term strategic plan, which we will share when we are ready,” Filosa told employees during the meeting. This refers to the “Dare Forward 2030” plan introduced back in March 2022 by former CEO Carlos Tavares...

HEMI Heart, Vintage Soul: This 1956 Dodge Power Wagon Packs a Punch Classic Looks, Modern Muscle – Now Live on BringATrailer If you’re a fan of old-school American trucks but want modern power under the hood, this 1956 Dodge Power Wagon might just be your dream rig. Currently up for grabs on BringATrailer.com, this silver beast blends vintage 4×4 utility with a serious shot of HEMI® horsepower. The auction ends Tuesday, July 1 at 3:05 p.m. EDT, and trust me—this one’s worth a look. https://moparinsiders.com/hemi-heart-vintage-soul-this-1956-dodge-power-wagon-packs-a-punch/

Maserati’s Future in Limbo as Stellantis Considers Possible Sale Sources Say Maserati Could Be On the Chopping Block Despite Public Denial Is Maserati for sale? According to a new report from Reuters, it just might be. Sources close to Reuters have revealed that Stellantis is weighing multiple options for its struggling luxury brand Maserati—including a potential sale—as part of a broader strategy to overhaul its massive 14-brand lineup. While Stellantis officially denies any plans to offloadMaserati, insiders say the company hired consulting firm McKinsey back in April to explore the impact of ongoing U.S. tariffs and to evaluate the future of both Maserati and Alfa Romeo...

RETRO SUV: Compact 1987 Dodge Raider 4×4 Low-Mile Survivor with Manual 4WD, Now Live on BaT! f you asked most people to name a Dodge SUV, chances are they’d say Durango, Hornet, Ramcharger, or maybe even Journey. But there’s one that often slips through the cracks: the Dodge Raider. This short-lived 4×4 was sold from 1987 to 1989. It was essentially a rebadged Mitsubishi Montero—a smart move by Dodge to get into the growing compact SUV market without building something entirely new. https://moparinsiders.com/retro-suv-compact-1987-dodge-raider-4x4/

Why Ram Can’t Build a Full-Size Truck for Under $40K? Ram Boss Tim Kuniskis Explains the Harsh Reality Behind Pickup Truck Pricing If you’ve been wondering why there’s no stripped-down Ram 1500 (DT) you can drive off the lot for under $40,000 anymore, you’re not alone. Truck prices have climbed so high that many of us assumed Ram could simply create a “bare bones” version of their modern DT pickups to fill the void left by the now-discontinued Classic (DS). https://moparinsiders.com/why-ram-cant-build-a-full-size-truck-for-under-40k/

BraunAbility Recalls Pacifica and Voyager Vans for Loose Seat Fasteners Improperly Tightened Bolts on Restraint Pucks May Pose Crash Safety Risk Braun Corporation (BraunAbility) has issued a safety recall for select 2021-2025 Chrysler Pacifica and 2022-2025 Chrysler Voyager vans due to a problem with the occupant restraint tie-down pucks. These are the anchor points used to secure wheelchairs or other adaptive seating systems, and the bolts holding them in place may not have been tightened correctly during the factory assembly. https://moparinsiders.com/braunability-recalls-pacifica-and-voyager-vans-for-loose-seat-fasteners/

Alfa Romeo Celebrates 115 Years of Driving Passion Celebrating Passion and Performance from One of Italy’s Most Iconic Brands Today, June 24th, we celebrate 115 years of Alfa Romeo, an automotive brand that’s as much about emotion and style as it is about speed and performance. Born in Milan in 1910, Alfa Romeo has spent more than a century shaping what it means to drive with passion. And while it’s proudly Italian at its core, the brand has a dedicated following here in the U.S. that runs just as deep. https://moparinsiders.com/alfa-romeo-celebrates-115-years-of-driving-passion/

Caravan SRT-4: The Turbo Minivan That Never Was @AbimelecDesign Reimagines Dodge’s Family Hauler with Neon SRT-4 Power When you think of Dodge’s most outrageous performance machines, the Neon SRT-4 probably doesn’t jump to the top of the list. But back in 2003, it was one of the best bang-for-your-buck cars on the market—turbocharged, lightweight, and seriously fast for the price. Now imagine if that same fire-breathing attitude made its way into the family-friendly 2003 Dodge Caravan. That’s exactly what digital designer Oscar (@AbimelecDesign) set out to envision—and the results are downright awesome. https://moparinsiders.com/caravan-srt-4-the-turbo-minivan-that-never-was/

Mopars, Memories & Magic at the Petersen Automotive Museum A Family Trip Turns into a Mopar Fan’s Dream Day If you’re ever in the Los Angeles metro area, I highly recommend visiting the Petersen Automotive Museum. Recently, my family went on vacation to visit the mouse castle (Disneyland) in Anaheim. As part of that visit, we decided to go to several sightseeing locations, including the La Brea Tar Pits and the Petersen Automotive Museum. https://moparinsiders.com/mopars-memories-magic-at-the-petersen-automotive-museum/

Filosa Reshapes Stellantis Leadership on Day One as CEO Unexpected Dual Role Keeps Him in Charge of North America and American Brands Antonio Filosa didn’t waste a minute stepping into his new role as Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of Stellantis. On his first official day as CEO, he announced a new Stellantis Leadership Team (SLT)—and surprisingly retained his old job as well. https://moparinsiders.com/filosa-reshapes-stellantis-leadership-on-day-one-as-ceo/

First Fiat 500 Hybrid Rolls Off Mirafiori Line Ahead Of Fall Launch Production Gears Up In Turin For New Gas-Electric Fiat 500 Ibrida Big news out of Italy—FIAT has officially assembled the first pre-production units of its all-new Fiat 500 Ibrida at the historic Mirafiori Assembly Plant in Turin. The gas-electric hybrid is on track to enter full production in November 2025, with Stellantis confirming that preparations are running on schedule. https://moparinsiders.com/first-fiat-500-hybrid-rolls-off-mirafiori-line-ahead-of-fall-launch/

2026 Jeep® Compass First Edition Debuts In The UK With Hybrid And EV Options New Compass Starts at £35,700 ($45,300) and Offers Up to 310 miles of All-Electric Range Jeep® UK has officially pulled the covers off its new 2026 Compass (J4U) First Edition, revealing pricing and full details ahead of ordering opening in Q3 2025. This all-new generation of Compass is a big deal—it’s the first time this model gets a full-electric powertrain, while also bringing in a more advanced e-Hybrid option, more cabin space, and a sleeker, tougher design. https://moparinsiders.com/2026-jeep-compass-first-edition-debuts-in-the-uk-with-hybrid-and-ev-options/

Chrysler Recalls 140 Units of Its 2023 Pacifica and Voyager Minivans Rearview Camera Defect May Prevent Image Display, Increasing Risk of a Crash Stellantis (FCA US, LLC) is recalling 140 units of its 2023 Chrysler Pacifica and Voyager (RU) due to a manufacturing error that may prevent the rearview camera image from displaying. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) No. 111, “Rear Visibility.” https://moparinsiders.com/chrysler-recalls-140-units-of-its-2023-pacifica-and-voyager-minivans/

Jeep® Goes Full Dino Mode in Jurassic World: Rebirth Campaign New Marketing Blitz features Wranglers, Raptors, and a Jurassic Badge Jeep® is diving back into dinosaur territory with its biggest Jurassic team-up yet. In partnership with Universal Pictures and Amblin Entertainment, the brand has just launched a bold new marketing campaign for the upcoming blockbuster Jurassic World: Rebirth, set to hit theaters on July 2, 2025. If you thought previous collabs were wild, this one dials the adventure to eleven—complete with stampeding dinos, a special “Jurassic Trail Rated” Wrangler, and even a hidden glimpse of a future Jeep 4×4 (the Recon). https://moparinsiders.com/jeep-goes-full-dino-mode-in-jurassic-world-rebirth-campaign/

Certified Mopar Tech Breaks Down the Rare Mopar ’25 Ram 1500 RHO Only 250 Made, and Jordan Rose Shows Us Why This Truck Is So Special If you’re into rare factory-built Mopar machines, you’re going to want to see this. Jordan Rose, better known on social media as @MoparTechJordan, gives us a full walkaround of one of the rarest pickups Ram has ever produced — the 2025 Mopar ’25 Ram 1500 RHO. Jordan is a certified Mopar technician at Hall Chrysler Dodge Jeep® Ram in Virginia Beach, Virginia, and his shop just got their hands on truck No. 18 of 250. https://moparinsiders.com/certified-mopar-tech-breaks-down-the-rare-mopar-25-ram-1500-rho/

Custom HEMI®-Powered Jeep® Gladiator Rubicon Hits BaT Fully Built Off-Road Monster with 426 V8 and 40-Inch Tires Up for Auction Suppose you’re looking for the ultimate go-anywhere, do-anything Gladiator. In that case, you’ll want to check out this heavily modified 2020 Jeep® Gladiator Rubicon now up for grabs on BringATrailer.com, with bidding closing on Wednesday, June 25 at 2:34 p.m. EDT. This beast isn’t your average Rubicon—it’s been transformed into a hardcore off-road machine by Adventure Offroad out of Tustin, California, and it packs a stroked 426 cubic-inch (7.0-liter) Gen3 HEMI® V8 under the hood. https://moparinsiders.com/custom-hemi-powered-jeep-gladiator-rubicon-hits-bat/

Tim Kuniskis Talks NASCAR Return with Kevin Harvick Ram Returns to NASCAR in 2026, with Big Plans and Even Bigger Questions After a 13-year break from stock car racing, Ram is officially headed back to NASCAR. And no one seems more fired up than Ram CEO Tim Kuniskis. In a recent episode of Harvick’s Happy Hour on NASCAR on FOX, two-time NASCAR Cup Series champ Kevin Harvick sat down with Kuniskis to talk about the big move, and what it means for the brand—and the sport—going forward. https://moparinsiders.com/tim-kuniskis-talks-nascar-return-with-kevin-harvick/