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Australia Will Get A Very Rare Run Of Jeep® Grand Cherokee Summit 4xes Jeep Is Only Bringing 90 Units To Australia The Jeep® Grand Cherokee (WL) has always been the benchmark for blending luxury and off-road confidence. Now, with the 2025 Grand Cherokee Summit Reserve 4xe, Jeep is taking things up a notch for Australian buyers. This plug-in hybrid (PHEV) SUV isn’t just about saving fuel—it’s about bringing together world-class craftsmanship, technology, and capability in one premium package. https://moparinsiders.com/australia-will-get-a-very-rare-run-of-jeep-grand-cherokee-summit-4xes/

Jeep® And Energizer Light Up Adventure Rugged New Lighting Lineup Brings Jeep’s Off-Road Spirit and Energizer’s Power Together When it comes to adventure, Jeep® and Energizer are two names you can count on. For the first time ever, these two legacy brands have teamed up to launch a new line of high-performance lighting products made for outdoor enthusiasts. Whether you’re tackling a trail, setting up camp, or just need reliable light on the go, the Jeep x Energizer collection has you covered. https://moparinsiders.com/jeep-and-energizer-light-up-adventure/

Stellantis Launches First Vehicle Dismantling Center In South America New São Paulo Facility Aims To Recycle Up To 8,000 Vehicles A Year Stellantis has officially opened its first Circular AutoPeças Vehicle Dismantling Center in Osasco, São Paulo, Brazil — marking a major step forward for sustainable automotive practices in South America. The company becomes the first automaker in the region to invest in a dedicated vehicle dismantling operation, a move designed to extend the life of auto parts, reduce waste, and help the environment. https://moparinsiders.com/stellantis-launches-first-vehicle-dismantling-center-in-south-america/

8k-Mile 1986 Dodge Omni Shelby GLHS Hits BringATrailer.com Pristine Turbocharged Hot Hatch Seeks New Home This isn’t your average Dodge Omni. Back in the day, Carroll Shelby took the already-hot Omni GLH (“Goes Like Hell”) and cranked it up another notch, creating the GLHS (“Goes Like Hell – Some more”). Under the hood, a turbocharged and intercooled 2.2-liter SOHC I4 got Shelby-specific upgrades—more boost, bigger injectors, a unique intake manifold, and a front-mounted intercooler—good for a factory-rated 175 horsepower. Power routes to the front wheels through a 5-speed manual transaxle, making it one of the quickest American compacts of its time. https://moparinsiders.com/8k-mile-1986-dodge-omni-shelby-glhs-hits-bringatrailer-com/

Remembering the Birth of the Dodge Viper GTS-R A Rare Conversation With the Team Who Made It Happen This past Friday, I had the privilege of attending a remarkable panel discussion during the Viper Dream Festival at M1 Concourse in Pontiac, Michigan — just one day before the Woodward Dream Cruise. The event brought together key figures responsible for the creation of the Dodge Viper GTS-R, a car that transformed from a bold American street machine into one of the most dominant endurance racers of its era. https://moparinsiders.com/remembering-the-birth-of-the-dodge-viper-gts-r/

Viper Dream Festival Brings Snake Pride to M1 Concourse A Celebration of America’s Rawest Sports Car and the Team That Made it a Racing Legend This week, I had the chance to attend part of the Viper Dream Festival at M1 Concourse in Pontiac, Michigan — a four-day gathering of Dodge Viper owners that took over Woodward Dream Cruise week with horsepower, history, and plenty of tire smoke. Even though my schedule didn’t allow me to make it to everything, the events I did attend were nothing short of incredible. https://moparinsiders.com/viper-dream-festival-brings-snake-pride-to-m1-concourse/

Bucking HEMI® Stolen From Roadkill Nights Event Ram’s Mechanical Bull Ride Disappears After Michigan Gathering Ram’s “Bucking HEMI®” – a one-of-a-kind, HEMI-themed mechanical bull thrill ride – has been stolen, leaving both the brand and fans stunned. The theft happened on Sunday, August 9, at around 9:45 p.m., during the teardown after Roadkill Nights Powered by Dodge in Michigan. https://moparinsiders.com/bucking-hemi-stolen-from-roadkill-nights-event/

New York Dealer Sue Stellantis and Maserati North America New Lawsuit Accuses Retaliation in Blocked Dealership Transfer... The owners of Gold Coast Alfa Romeo and Gold Coast Maserati in Great Neck, New York, have recently initiated legal action against Stellantis and Maserati North America. The lawsuit, lodged on July 23 in Nassau County Supreme Court, alleges that the automakers have obstructed the sale of the dealerships for “illegitimate, pretextual reasons,” including potential retaliation linked to a prior legal dispute. https://moparinsiders.com/new-york-dealer-sue-stellantis-and-maserati-north-america/

Mopars Fill The Donut Cutter Lot Ahead Of Dream Cruise Annual Mid-Week Meet Delivers Cars, Coffee, And Mopar Camaraderie Yesterday, I made my way down to the Donut Cutter in Berkley, Michigan, for one of my favorite traditions of Woodward Dream Cruise week—Mopars at the Donut Cutter. Every year on the Wednesday before the big cruise, this small donut shop at Woodward Avenue and Catalpa turns into Mopar central, and it’s an event I make sure never to miss. https://moparinsiders.com/mopars-fill-the-donut-cutter-lot-ahead-of-dream-cruise/

1988 Dodge Aries America Military Police Car Hits BringATrailer A Rare K-Car Dressed For Duty Heads To The Auction Block The Dodge Aries isn’t exactly the first car that comes to mind when you think of police cruisers. But this 1988 Dodge Aries America currently up for auction on BringATrailer.com proves that even Chrysler’s humble K-car could wear a badge—and in this case, the red-and-gold of the United States Marine Corps Military Police. https://moparinsiders.com/1988-dodge-aries-america-military-police-car-hits-bringatrailer/

HEMI® Takeover: Dodge Shocks Media with V8-Only 2026 Durango Lineup No More V6s—Every 2026 Dodge Durango Now Comes Standard with a HEMI V8 Dodge dropped a bombshell today at Roadkill Nights Powered by Dodge, and it wasn’t just the roaring burnout sessions or the debut of the 2026 Durango SRT HELLCAT Jailbreak. In a move no one saw coming, Dodge CEO Matt McAlear announced that every single 2026 Dodge Durango—GT, R/T, and SRT HELLCAT—will now come standard with a HEMI® V8 engine. That’s right. No more V6s. No more wondering, “Does that thing got a HEMI?” The answer is now a loud and proud yes. https://moparinsiders.com/hemi-takeover-dodge-shocks-media-with-v8-only-2026-durango-lineup

New Ram Mid-Sized Pickup Set to Launch in Brazil A Sneak Peek at the Upcoming Ram Pickup Inspired by the Fiat Titano Ram Brazil recently released a teaser video showcasing the new truck, which is expected to be based on the Fiat Titano. Production will take place at the Cordoba Assembly Plant in Argentina, where the Fiat version is also built. However, the new Ram truck will feature distinctive styling to appeal to Brazil’s premium truck market. https://moparinsiders.com/new-ram-mid-sized-pickup-set-to-launch-in-brazil/

Leapmotor Lands in Brazil with Backing from Stellantis Chinese EV Brand Begins Importing C10 SUVs Ahead of 2025 Launch Leapmotor, the up-and-coming Chinese electric vehicle (EV) brand backed by Stellantis, has officially kicked off its Brazilian launch by importing its first batch of vehicles into the country. These initial units mark a major milestone for the brand’s South American expansion, with retail sales set to begin in 2025. https://moparinsiders.com/leapmotor-lands-in-brazil-with-backing-from-stellantis/

1,200 HP Ram TRX Destroys Aston Martin DBX707 In Unlikely Drag Race Rain, Runway, and Ridiculous Horsepower Decide The Winner When the team at CarExpert in Australia lines up two very different performance machines, you know something outrageous is about to happen. But this one? This was pure madness — a 1,200-horsepower Ram 1500 TRX tuned by Dontex Performance squaring off against the sleek and savage Aston Martin DBX707. https://moparinsiders.com/1200-hp-ram-trx-destroys-aston-martin-dbx707-in-unlikely-drag-race/

Dodge CEO Hints at the Return of the HEMI® in the New Charger Matt McAlear Teases a V8 Comeback for the Charger Lineup Dodge fans have long been asking one big question: will the HEMI® V8 make a comeback in the new generation of the Dodge Charger? After the 2024 Charger Daytona’s launch, many enthusiasts were left wondering if the iconic HEMI would fit under the hood of the new platform. At a recent media event ahead of the unveiling of the 2026 Dodge Charger SIXPACK, Dodge CEO Matt McAlear dropped a hint that the answer could very well be “yes.” https://moparinsiders.com/dodge-ceo-hints-at-the-return-of-the-hemi-in-the-new-charger/

Tragic Accident at Stellantis Toledo Plant Claims Employee’s Life Worker Crushed by Vehicle on Gladiator Production Line; Investigation Underway... A tragic accident occurred today at the Stellantis Toledo Assembly Complex in Ohio, resulting in the death of an employee. The incident took place on the plant’s north side, where the Jeep® Gladiator (JT) is produced. According to sources, the employee was crushed by a vehicle, prompting an immediate response from local authorities. https://moparinsiders.com/tragic-accident-at-stellantis-toledo-plant-claims-employees-life/

Ram Unleashes the 2025 Ram 3500 Night Edition for Brazilian Market Big Power, Bold Style – Ram Debuts Its Strongest Pickup Yet in São Paulo Ram Brazil is turning heads again — this time with the exclusive debut of the 2025 Ram 3500 Laramie Night Edition Crew Cab 4×4 at the Interlagos Festival – Carros Edition in São Paulo. Shown off for the first time ever at the iconic Autódromo José Carlos Pace racetrack, this powerhouse pickup marks a major moment for the brand’s growing presence in the Brazilian marketplace. https://moparinsiders.com/ram-unleashes-the-2025-ram-3500-night-edition-for-brazilian-market/

1969 Dodge Dart Swinger 340 Concept Car Heads To Mecum A One-of-a-Kind Dart Concept, Ready for a New Home... The 1969 Dodge Dart Swinger 340 Concept isn’t just another vintage muscle car—it’s a one-of-a-kind piece of Mopar history that’s managed to survive decades without being destroyed, disassembled, or stashed away in a corporate collection. Built by the renowned Alexander Brothers of Detroit, this concept car was Dodge’s vision of an affordable, sporty muscle machine. Debuting at the 1969 Chicago Auto Show, the Swinger 340 Concept was meant to turn heads—and it did just that. https://moparinsiders.com/1969-dodge-dart-swinger-340-concept-car-heads-to-mecum/

Dodge Set To Reveal Some New Muscle At Roadkill Nights Brand Hopes Big Friday Reveal Sparks A Comeback Dodge is looking to make some noise this weekend as the 10th annual MotorTrend Presents Roadkill Nights Powered by Dodge kicks off. The brand has teased that it will reveal a new “muscle” vehicle on Friday, August 8th, and for a company that’s been struggling in 2025, this moment couldn’t come soon enough. https://moparinsiders.com/dodge-set-to-reveal-some-new-muscle-at-roadkill-nights/

A Closer Look At The Chrysler Synthesis Demonstrator The Future Tech Going Into The Next-Gen Chrysler Vehicles... Chrysler has announced the debut of the Chrysler Synthesis demonstrator at CES 2023, which provides a glimpse into the brand’s future and previews the first application of new Stellantis technologies in North America. The Chrysler Synthesis integrates Chrysler’s contemporary, technology-forward, and sustainable interior design with advanced Stellantis technology to create ‘Harmony in Motion’ in the everyday lives of customers through a mobility experience that is more user-friendly, connected, and efficient. https://moparinsiders.com/a-closer-look-at-the-chrysler-synthesis-demonstrator/