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Citroën Launches the New Ami Buggy Quadricycle The Weird Yet Playful Electric Vehicle That A 14-Year-Old Can Legally Drive Citroën has introduced the all-new Ami Buggy, an electric quadricycle designed for those seeking a playful, outdoor adventure experience. With its compact and rugged look, the Ami Buggy brings a new level of freedom and fun to electric mobility. Whether cruising around town or exploring the great outdoors, this quirky, open-air ride promises a fun and affordable way to embrace adventure. https://moparinsiders.com/citroen-launches-the-new-ami-buggy-quadricycle/

How Stellantis Is Using VR to Revolutionize Car Manufacturing Inside the Virtual Lab Transforming the Way Vehicles are Built Tucked beneath the Chrysler Technology Center (CTC) in Auburn Hills, Michigan, a quiet revolution is taking place—one built not with wrenches, but with virtual reality headsets and motion-tracking sensors. Stellantis has been leveraging cutting-edge VR tech in a dedicated lab since 2018, changing the way cars and trucks are assembled before they even hit the production line. https://moparinsiders.com/how-stellantis-is-using-vr-to-revolutionize-car-manufacturing/

Radford Racing School Hits The Road This Summer Drive HELLCATs and Demon 170s this Summer in Washington Radford Racing School is hitting the road for the first time ever—and they’re bringing the heat. From June 16 through August 29, the legendary Arizona-based racing school is taking over Qlispé Raceway Park just outside Spokane, Washington, for their new “Radford on the Road” summer series. It’s a unique opportunity for Pacific Northwest enthusiasts to get behind the wheel of real-deal Dodge SRT HELLCATs and even the fire-breathing 1,025 horsepower Dodge Challenger SRT Demon 170. https://moparinsiders.com/radford-racing-school-hits-the-road-this-summer/

Unifor Presses Stellantis Over Delays at Brampton Assembly Plant Retooling Still on Hold After May 2nd Meeting The future of the Brampton Assembly Plant (BAP) in Ontario continues to hang in the balance after a key follow-up meeting between Stellantis and Unifor on May 2, 2025. Despite expectations for clear answers, the automaker informed the union that the retooling pause remains in effect, offering no new timeline and pushing the next update to June. The information comes from a statement from Unifor issued on May 8th, obtained by MoparInsiders. https://moparinsiders.com/unifor-presses-stellantis-over-delays-at-brampton-assembly-plant/

Mirafiori Restarts Production Ahead of Fiat 500 Hybrid Launch Maserati Moves to Modena as Stellantis Preps Plant for Hybrid Shift Production has officially resumed this week at Stellantis’ historic Mirafiori Assembly Plant in Turin, Italy. After a prolonged pause, the factory is back online with a revised game plan—starting with the continued build of the Fiat 500e and a major shift in focus toward hybrid power. https://moparinsiders.com/mirafiori-restarts-production-ahead-of-fiat-500-hybrid-launch/

B5 Blue 1970 HEMI® Cuda Heads to Mecum Indy Fully Restored, Factory R-Code Mopar Legend Crosses the Block May 16th When it comes to American muscle, few cars carry the same weight and mystique as the 1970 Plymouth HEMI® Cuda. It’s raw, it’s rare, and it’s exactly what gearheads dream about. At this year’s Mecum Indy 2025 auction, one stunning example—finished in its original Blue Fire (B5) paint—is ready to make waves on Friday, May 16th. https://moparinsiders.com/b5-blue-1970-hemi-cuda-heads-to-mecum-indy/

Dodge Charger Daytona Scat Pack Takes on One Lap of America @mopartechjordan Checks Out Dodge's EV Scat Pack In It's First Motorsports Competition This week, our good friend Jordan Rose (@mopartechjordan) got the chance to check out something that’s not just cool—it’s history in the making. While at Virginia International Raceway (VIR), he caught up with David Carr, SRT Vehicle Dynamics Performance Engineer at Dodge, to talk about their eMuscle car entry in the 2025 One Lap of America event: the 2025 Dodge Charger Daytona Scat Pack Stage 2. https://moparinsiders.com/dodge-charger-daytona-scat-pack-takes-on-one-lap-of-america/

2026 Jeep® Grand Cherokee Teased Ahead of Final Testing Phase Camouflage Comes Off as Jeep Gears Up for the Grand Cherokee’s Official Debut The next chapter in the Jeep® Grand Cherokee story is starting to unfold. After more than a year of spy shots and speculation, Jeep has officially begun teasing the updated 2026 Grand Cherokee by pulling back the camo and launching into its final phase of validation testing. Two teaser images and a short video clip posted across Jeep’s social media platforms gave us our first clean look at the refreshed SUV—and it looks like they’re bringing some serious heat. https://moparinsiders.com/2026-jeep-grand-cherokee-teased-ahead-of-final-testing-phase/

2026 Ram 1500 Express Returns with Aggressive Looks and Strong Value Express Trim Returns for 2026 with Bold Looks, Strong Towing, and Sub-$45K Pricing Ram is reviving one of its most popular nameplates with the launch of the 2026 Ram 1500 Express. Starting at $44,495 (including destination), the new Express delivers a strong mix of aggressive styling, practical features, and competitive pricing—making it one of the best values in the Ram lineup. https://moparinsiders.com/2026-ram-1500-express-returns-with-aggressive-looks-and-strong-value/

Stellantis Scales Back Production at Windsor Assembly Still Eyes Third Shift for 2026... Stellantis is scaling back production at its Windsor Assembly Plant in Ontario due to industry-wide uncertainty caused by U.S. tariffs—though the automaker still says a third shift is on the table for 2026. https://moparinsiders.com/stellantis-scales-back-production-at-windsor-assembly/

Dodge Adds New Blacktop Redline Package to 2025 Durango GT Plus More Performance Equipment More Now Available with the Pentastar Dodge is spicing up the 2025 Durango lineup by quietly introducing a slick new appearance package for its GT Plus trim. Called the Blacktop Redline Package, this new option lets buyers get a meaner, more aggressive look—without stepping up to a V8 model. It’s a smart move by Dodge, giving the popular three-row SUV a styling boost for those who still want performance-inspired looks but don’t need HEMI® power. https://moparinsiders.com/dodge-adds-new-blacktop-redline-package-to-2025-durango-gt-plus/

Ram 1500 REV May Get Smart Hood Closure Assist System Newly Granted Patent Hints at Clever Frunk Venting System for Ram’s Delayed Electric Truck Stellantis may be gearing up to give the upcoming Ram 1500 REV a high-tech solution to an overlooked problem: making it easier to shut the frunk. A new patent filed with the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) strongly suggests that a Hood Closure Assist System is in the works—and the design looks tailor-made for the electric Ram pickup. https://moparinsiders.com/ram-1500-rev-may-get-smart-hood-closure-assist-system/

HELLCAT-Powered 1970 Dodge Charger Restomod Up For Auction SEMA-Built Classic Blends Modern Power with Muscle Car Style If there’s one thing that never gets old, it’s stuffing modern Mopar muscle into a classic Dodge body—and this HELLCAT-powered 1970 Dodge Charger is a shining example of how it’s done right. Currently listed on BringATrailer.com with bidding ending Friday, May 9 at 1:31 p.m. EDT, this show-stopping Charger started life as a bare shell before getting the full SEMA treatment. https://moparinsiders.com/hellcat-powered-1970-dodge-charger-restomod-up-for-auction/

Stellantis Mexico April 2025 Sales Climb on Ram Momentum Ram and Peugeot Lead as Stellantis Mexico Posts 6,192 Units Sold in April Stellantis Mexico just dropped its April 2025 sales numbers, and things are looking solid. The company moved a total of 6,192 vehicles across its seven brands, with Ram once again leading the pack. It’s the fourth straight month of growth for Ram, which sold 2,579 units—up a strong 43% over April 2024. https://moparinsiders.com/stellantis-mexico-april-2025-sales-climb-on-ram-momentum/

SPOTTED: 2026 Jeep® Grand Cherokee With Bold New Look Fresh Spy Photos Reveal Styling Updates and Tech Enhancements The 2026 Jeep® Grand Cherokee (WL) has been spotted once again, this time showing off more of its refreshed look and upgraded features. KGP Photography captured the two-row Grand Cherokee Summit High Altitude testing, giving us the clearest view yet of what’s to come. https://moparinsiders.com/spotted-2026-jeep-grand-cherokee-with-bold-new-look/

Rare 1967 Dodge HEMI® Coronet W023 Headed To Mecum One Of Just 16 4-Speed W023 Coronets Produced... In the muscle car world, few things spark more excitement than a true factory-built HEMI® drag car. And at Mecum Indy 2025 on Friday, May 16th, one of the rarest Mopars of them all is crossing the block: a professionally restored 1967 Dodge HEMI® Coronet W023, estimated to bring in between $115,000 and $135,000. https://moparinsiders.com/rare-1967-dodge-hemi-coronet-w023-headed-to-mecum/

Ram Secures U.S. Patent for Rampage Compact Pickup However, It Does Not Mean Its Coming To The North American Market... Yet! Ram is making headlines again, this time for securing a U.S. design patent for the Ram Rampage — its new compact pickup that’s already gained popularity in South America. The design patent, filed on March 16, 2023, and officially granted on April 22, 2025, by the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO), has ignited serious buzz. But let’s be clear: a patent doesn’t mean the Rampage is heading straight to North American dealerships. https://moparinsiders.com/ram-secures-u-s-patent-for-rampage-compact-pickup/

Dodge Charger Daytona Still Continues To Highlight Slowest-Selling List Alfa Romeo Giulia Also Hits The Top-10 List... Despite aggressive rebates, reduced production, and deep dealer incentives, two Stellantis products are still sitting on dealership lots well into May 2025. According to the latest inventory data from CarEdge.com, the Dodge Charger and Alfa Romeo Giulia remain two of the slowest-selling new vehicles in the U.S., with market day supply numbers that should raise red flags for both dealers and the automaker. https://moparinsiders.com/dodge-charger-daytona-still-continues-to-highlight-slowest-selling-list/

Did the All-New Jeep® Compass Just Leak Online? A First Look at the Next-Gen Jeep Compass Before the Official Reveal Well, folks—Jeep fans and curious car lovers alike—it looks like the internet may have gotten a bit ahead of Jeep’s official game plan. We’re just days away from the scheduled May 6th unveiling of the all-new, next-generation Jeep Compass (codenamed J4U), and yet, a slew of high-quality images of what appears to be the real-deal production model have hit the web early. https://moparinsiders.com/did-the-all-new-jeep-compass-just-leak-online/

Stellantis Reshuffles North American Production to Sidestep U.S. Tariffs New Tariff Rules Push Stellantis to Boost U.S. Content and Shift Truck Production Facing a wave of new U.S. auto tariffs, Stellantis is taking aggressive steps to restructure its North American operations—shifting pickup truck production from Mexico to Michigan and ramping up efforts to source more parts from within the United States. The move aims to dodge the financial blow of President Donald Trump’s latest trade measures, which place a 25% tariff on imported vehicles and auto components not meeting updated content thresholds. https://moparinsiders.com/stellantis-reshuffles-north-american-production-to-sidestep-u-s-tariffs/