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Dodge Slammed For Instagram Post Promoting Street Takeovers Deleted Post Draws Immediate Backlash From Car Community Dodge just learned the hard way that some “edgy” social media ideas aren’t worth the likes. Over the weekend, the automaker found itself at the center of controversy after posting a now-deleted Instagram slide that appeared to glorify illegal street takeovers. https://moparinsiders.com/dodge-slammed-for-instagram-post-promoting-street-takeovers/

Agnelli Family Shifts Gears: Iveco Sale Marks End Of Fiat Truck Era Exor Pivots From Heavy Trucks To Luxury, Tech, and Biotech The Agnelli family, long synonymous with Italy’s automotive and industrial backbone, is officially closing the book on its truck-building legacy. According to The Detroit News, family holding company Exor NV is selling off Iveco Group NV, marking a historic shift from the roar of diesel engines to the quieter hum of high-tech and luxury investments. https://moparinsiders.com/agnelli-family-shifts-gears-iveco-sale-marks-end-of-fiat-truck-era/

Chase Classic Motors Rescues 1975 Plymouth Gran Fury From 20-Year Sleep Former Prosecutor’s Mopar Heads To Detroit For Some TLC Chase Classic Motors is back with another big Mopar adventure. This season, Ross Urtel and Eric Laesch left Detroit and headed to Atlantic City, New Jersey, to rescue a 1975 Plymouth Gran Fury Custom—a full-size C-Body Mopar that had spent the last 20 years parked and forgotten. https://moparinsiders.com/chase-classic-motors-rescues-1975-plymouth-gran-fury-from-20-year-sleep/

1999 Chrysler Viper GTS-R C20: ORECA’s Race-Winning American Beast Historic FIA GT Champion Heads To Monterey Auction If there’s a single race car that defines Chrysler’s dominance in international GT racing during the late 1990s, it’s the Viper GTS-R. And among the Vipers that helped write that story, chassis C20 stands tall. This 1999 Chrysler Viper GTS-R ORECA Works car is headed to Broad Arrow’s Monterey Jet Center auction on Thursday, August 14, 2025, with an estimated hammer price of $850,000 to $1,250,000. https://moparinsiders.com/1999-chrysler-viper-gts-r-c20-orecas-race-winning-american-beast/

Jeep® Compass Hits 500,000 Sales Milestone In Brazil Compact SUV Keeps Dominating Nearly A Decade After Launch Since rolling off the assembly line in Goiana, Pernambuco, back in September 2016, the Jeep® Compass has carved out a massive name for itself in Brazil. This month, Jeep is proudly celebrating a major milestone—over 500,000 units of the Compass sold in Brazil. That’s no small feat for any SUV, and it reinforces just how much Brazilians trust the Jeep brand when it comes to mixing rugged performance with everyday comfort. https://moparinsiders.com/jeep-compass-hits-500000-sales-milestone-in-brazil/

528 HEMI®-Powered 1968 Dodge Charger Hits the Auction Block Restored Muscle Car Packs Modern Punch with Classic Style Some classic muscle cars just check all the right boxes—timeless looks, a thumping HEMI® under the hood, and a meticulous restoration that blends old-school charm with modern performance. That’s exactly the case with this 1968 Dodge Charger, now up for grabs on BringATrailer.com. This car went through a multi-year build, completed in February 2025, and the results speak for themselves: a blacked-out beauty with a monster 8.7-liter (528 cubic-inch) HEMI V8 and less than 500 miles since completion. https://moparinsiders.com/528-hemi-powered-1968-dodge-charger-hits-the-auction-block/

Flower-Powered 1969 Plymouth Barracuda Heads to Mecum Rare Mod Top Mopar From Larry Klairmont’s Collection Hits the Auction Block Every once in a while, a Mopar comes along that defies the typical muscle car formula. Not because it’s the fastest or the most powerful, but because it’s bold, rare, and undeniably tied to a very specific moment in American car culture. That’s exactly what this 1969 Plymouth Barracuda “Mod Top” represents, and it’s heading to the Mecum Larry’s Legacy auction this September as part of the final chapter of Larry Klairmont’s legendary collection. https://moparinsiders.com/flower-powered-1969-plymouth-barracuda-heads-to-mecum/

Ram Brazil Simply The Rampage Lineup For 2026 Ram Trims Prices and Versions For Its Best-Selling Compact Pickup The 2026 Ram Rampage, a standout in Brazil’s red-hot compact pickup segment, is getting an update and a price cut for the new model year. According to our friends at AutosSegredos, one of Brazil’s most reliable automotive sources, Ram is simplifying its lineup and offering big discounts for rural producers and business owners registered with a CNPJ (Cadastro Nacional da Pessoa Jurídica – Brazil’s version of a business tax ID). https://moparinsiders.com/ram-brazil-simply-the-rampage-lineup-for-2026/

Maserati & Alfa Romeo Could Bring Back Manual Supercars Limited-Run V6-Powered Super-GTs Teased For Both Brands Big news for fans of pure driving: Maserati and Alfa Romeo could soon collaborate on an all-new, limited-run super-GT — one that brings back a manual transmission and celebrates their rich Italian racing heritage. https://moparinsiders.com/maserati-alfa-romeo-could-bring-back-manual-supercars/

Scott Krugger Named Head Of North America Design At Stellantis Veteran Designer Behind Gen5 Viper To Lead Dodge, Jeep®, Ram, And Chrysler Design Stellantis has just announced a big move on the design front — veteran designer Scott Kruggerhas been appointed as the new Head of North America Design. The role is brand new and puts Krugger in charge of shaping the creative direction and design strategy for four of the most iconic American brands under the Stellantis umbrella: Chrysler, Dodge, Jeep®, and Ram. https://moparinsiders.com/scott-krugger-named-head-of-north-america-design-at-stellantis/

AEV’s New Ram 2500 Prospector XL Is a Heavy-Duty Beast The Ultimate Ram 2500 Rebel for Overlanding When it comes to heavy-duty trucks that can handle serious off-road abuse, the 2025 Ram 2500 Rebel already checks a lot of boxes. It comes standard with off-road-focused suspension, skid plates, 33-inch tires, and a rear limited-slip differential with an electronic locker. Powered by either the 6.4-liter HEMI® “Big Gas Engine” V8 or the 6.7-liter Cummins I6 High-Output (H/O) turbodiesel, the Rebel is built to play rough. But what if you need more—much more? That’s where American Expedition Vehicles (AEV) and their Prospector XL package come in, transforming an already capable Rebel into the ultimate go-anywhere, do-anything adventure...

Teen’s Plum Crazy Super Bee Packs HELLCAT Heat Built by Family, Fueled by Passion—This SEMA-Bound Mopar Is the Real Deal There’s restomods, and then there’s “HELL Bee”—Jenna Thomas’ Plum Crazy, HELLCAT-swapped 1970 Dodge Coronet Super Bee that’s turning heads and shredding expectations. What started as a high school hand-me-down from her grandfather has evolved into a full-blown, garage-built missile with SEMA in its sights. https://moparinsiders.com/teens-plum-crazy-super-bee-packs-hellcat-heat/

Gilmore Car Museum Hosts Chrysler Centennial Celebration A Living Timeline of Chrysler History Rolls Into Hickory Corners Chrysler is officially 100, and the celebration continues in Hickory Corners, Michigan, as the Gilmore Car Museum partners with the iconic American brand for a once-in-a-lifetime event. From July 30 to August 2, the museum’s sprawling 90-acre campus will transform into a living timeline of Chrysler history, giving car enthusiasts and families the ultimate way to celebrate a century of innovation, style, and engineering excellence. https://moparinsiders.com/gilmore-car-museum-hosts-chrysler-centennial-celebration/

Auto World Rolls Out 1970–1971 Plymouth Fury In TRUE 1:64 Scale New Tooling Brings Full-Size '70s Mopar Flavor To The Palm Of Your Hand Auto World has been on a serious roll lately, and their latest 1:64 scale release proves they’re listening to Mopar fans loud and clear. Making its debut this fall is a brand-new tooling of the 1970–1971 Plymouth Sport Fury, a land yacht that now proudly joins the Auto World TRUE 1:64 lineup with serious detail and big-body attitude. https://moparinsiders.com/auto-world-rolls-out-1970-1971-plymouth-fury-in-true-164-scale/

Dodge Brings Muscle and Racing Back to Woodward for Roadkill Nights 10th Annual Event Features Thrill Ride, Drag Racing, and Car Show The 2026 Ram Rampage, a standout in Brazil’s red-hot compact pickup segment, is getting an update and a price cut for the new model year. According to our friends at AutosSegredos, one of Brazil’s most reliable automotive sources, Ram is simplifying its lineup and offering big discounts for rural producers and business owners registered with a CNPJ (Cadastro Nacional da Pessoa Jurídica – Brazil’s version of a business tax ID). https://moparinsiders.com/ram-brazil-simply-the-rampage-lineup-for-2026/

LEGO® Unleashes A New Dodge Challenger SRT HELLCAT Speed Champions Set This Time, The HELLCAT Roars In Bold Sublime Green LEGO® is putting some serious American muscle into its Speed Champions lineup for 2025 with the debut of the Dodge Challenger SRT HELLCAT—and yes, it’s finished in the eye-popping, high-impact Sublime green. https://moparinsiders.com/lego-unleashes-a-new-dodge-challenger-srt-hellcat-speed-champions-set/

Filosa Confirms TRX Return During Stellantis H1 2025 Earnings Call Ram’s HELLCAT-Powered Apex Predator Is Back On Track During Stellantis’ H1 2025 financial call, newly appointed CEO Antonio Filosa finally confirmed what many Ram fans have been hoping for—the Ram 1500 TRX is officially coming back. https://moparinsiders.com/filosa-confirms-trx-return-during-stellantis-h1-2025-earnings-call/

Could Kaulig Racing Join the Truck Series with Ram in 2026? Rumors Swirl About A Kaulig-Ram Alliance For A 2026 Craftsman Truck Series Entry Kaulig Racing might be looking to shake things up again—this time by joining the NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series. According to a rumor first shared by The Daily Downforce, the team is reportedly considering a Truck Series debut in 2025, and the real shocker? They might be doing it not with Chevrolet, but with Ram. https://moparinsiders.com/could-kaulig-racing-join-the-truck-series-with-ram-in-2026/

Stellantis Posts $2.5B Loss In H1 2025 As Tariffs, Model Gaps Hit Hard New CEO Filosa Sees Signs Of Recovery As Automaker Re-Establishes Guidance Stellantis has reported its financial results for the first half of 2025, and let’s just say—it’s been a rough ride. The company posted a net loss of €2.3 billion ($2.5 billion USD), a dramatic swing from the €5.6 billion ($6.1 billion USD) profit it recorded in the same period last year. With net revenues of €74.3 billion ($80.5 billion USD), down 13% from H1 2024, the company’s financial hit is being blamed on a mix of headwinds: tariffs, weak markets, and production gaps due to discontinued models. Despite the downturn, new CEO Antonio Filosa remains optimistic, stating, “2025 is...

This Rare Sassy Grass 1970 Road Runner 440+6 Is Pure Mopar Muscle One Of Only 222 Automatic V-Code Coupes Heads To Mecum Monterey. If you’re into rare Mopar muscle and high-impact colors, then this 1970 Plymouth Road Runner should stop you in your tracks. Finished in attention-grabbing Sassy Grass Green (FJ6), this freshly restored “post car” is a true V-Code example packing Chrysler’s legendary 7.2-liter (440 cubic-inch) 6-BBL V8 under the hood. And it’s heading to the Mecum Monterey auction on Saturday, August 16th, 2025. https://moparinsiders.com/this-rare-sassy-grass-1970-road-runner-4406-is-pure-mopar-muscle/