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Rare 1938 Chrysler Royal Business Coupe Street Rod For Sale One-Of-A-Kind Hot Rod Build With 440 Power Every once in a while, a true one-of-a-kind build pops up for sale—and this 1938 Chrysler Royal Business Coupe Street Rod is exactly that. Finished after a multi-year, all-metal custom build, this unique Mopar hot rod is ready to cruise, show, and enjoy. Priced at $45,000 on Hagerty.com and located in Elkhart, Indiana, this car delivers both rarity and performance that you won’t find anywhere else. https://moparinsiders.com/rare-1938-chrysler-royal-business-coupe-street-rod-for-sale/

Stellantis has been overhauling its engine offerings across its brand portfolios in response to increasingly stringent C.A.F.E. regulations. Now, according to our sources, the 2025 Jeep Grand Cherokee’s powertrain is slated to receive significant updates. A Shift Toward Efficiency Since its introduction, the Jeep Grand Cherokee has been synonymous with rugged capability and power. The Grand Cherokee L model, a three-row variant introduced in the 2021 model year, offered a 3.6-liter Pentastar V6 and a more robust 5.7-liter Hemi V8 engine. Following its debut, the 2022 model year saw the introduction of a two-row version, which included the 2.0 turbocharged … (read full article...)

RECALL: 60,413 Units Of EcoDiesel Models For Possible High-Pressure Fuel Pump Failure! Includes Ram 1500, Jeep Wrangler, & Gladiator Models... Stellantis (FCA US, LLC) has announced a safety recall on certain 2020 to 2022 model year Ram 1500 (DT), Jeep® Wrangler (JL), and Jeep Gladiator (JT) vehicles equipped with the 3.0-liter EcoDiesel V6 engine for possible fuel pump failures. https://moparinsiders.com/recall-60413-units-of-ecodiesel-models-for-possible-high-pressure-fuel-pump-failure/

Ram Pulls The Plug On It’s All-Electric Ram 1500 Focus Shifts to Extended-Range Ram 1500 REV Ram has made a significant change in direction. Stellantis has confirmed that it will no longer move forward with a fully electric pickup for the U.S. market. Instead, the company will put its weight behind its range extending electric vehicle (REEV) version of the Ram 1500, a truck it believes better fits the needs of American buyers. https://moparinsiders.com/ram-pulls-the-plug-on-its-all-electric-ram-1500/

2018 Ram 1500, 2500, 3500 Recalled For Side Airbag Issue Stellantis to Replace Faulty Airbags Free of Charge When it comes to vehicle safety, even a small component failure can lead to major consequences. That’s why Stellantis (FCA US, LLC) has just announced a recall for a group of its 2018 Ram trucks. The issue involves the side curtain airbags, which may rupture due to a manufacturing defect. Roughly 1,761 units of the Ram 1500, 2500, and 3500 are affected by this recall, and while no accidents or injuries have been reported, Stellantis isn’t taking any chances. https://moparinsiders.com/2018-ram-1500-2500-3500-recalled-for-side-airbag-issue/

Rare 1969 Plymouth Barracuda 440 ’Cuda Coupe Surfaces on BaT One of Just 45 M-Code Notchbacks Built When it comes to rare Mopars, few cars get enthusiasts buzzing like the 1969 Plymouth Barracuda M-code 440. Built in extremely limited numbers, these small-bodied A-cars were factory hot rods—stuffing Chrysler’s massive 7.2-liter (440-cubic-inch) Super Commando V8 into a lightweight platform that was more often seen with slant-6s or small-blocks. Now, one of just 45 notchback coupes produced is up for grabs on Bring a Trailer, and it’s got a history as colorful as its Limelight Metallic paint. https://moparinsiders.com/rare-1969-plymouth-barracuda-440-cuda-coupe-surfaces-on-bat/

Jeep® Wrangler Brings Mojito to Mexico In Latest Edition Only 60 Units of the Limited Mojito Green Wrangler Hit the Market The Jeep® Wrangler has always been about standing out on the trail and on the street. For 2025, Stellantis Mexico is taking that idea to the next level with the new Wrangler Unlimited Rubicon Mojito Edition. Limited to just 60 units, this Wrangler introduces the bold Mojito green paint to the latest-generation Wrangler lineup in Mexico, making it as exclusive as it is eye-catching. https://moparinsiders.com/jeep-wrangler-brings-mojito-to-mexico-in-latest-edition/

Viper-Powered 1972 Dodge Charger SE 6-Speed Hits BringATrailer A Plum Crazy Restomod Packing Viper Power and a 6-Speed Manual When it comes to Mopar muscle, few things turn heads like a Dodge Charger. But when that classic muscle is fused with modern Viper muscle, you’ve got something truly wild. That’s exactly what’s up for grabs on BringATrailer.com right now: a 1972 Dodge Charger SE hardtop that’s been reborn with an 8.3-liter VIPER V10 and a Ram SRT-10 6-speed manual transmission. https://moparinsiders.com/viper-powered-1972-dodge-charger-se-6-speed-hits-bringatrailer

Chrysler Crossfire Concept: Detroit’s Supercharged Showstopper Radical Coupe, Led The Way For Halo Car Production Back in January 2001, Chrysler stunned the crowds at the North American International Auto Show (NAIAS) in Detroit with a sleek, sculpted fastback coupe simply called the Crossfire Concept. It was a car meant to turn heads and signal a new era for Chrysler, a time when the company was working under the DaimlerChrysler umbrella and eager to show what transatlantic cooperation could deliver. https://moparinsiders.com/chrysler-crossfire-concept-detroits-supercharged-showstopper/

1970 Dodge Charger 500 Gets 572 HEMI and Panther Pink Makeover Rare Factory Color Meets Modern Restomod Muscle When it comes to Mopar muscle, few names carry as much weight as the Dodge Charger. This particular 1970 Dodge Charger 500 takes that reputation to a whole new level. Not only is it one of just 54 cars documented by the 1970 Dodge Charger Registry to have been originally finished in Panther Pink, but it has also been treated to a no-expense-spared, modern performance build that combines old-school looks with cutting-edge hardware. Now, this rare and heavily upgraded Charger is crossing the auction block at BringATrailer.com. https://moparinsiders.com/1970-dodge-charger-500-gets-572-hemi-and-panther-pink-makeover/

Stellantis UK Braces for £37M ($48M) Car Finance Scandal Fallout The Sunday Times Reports FCA Crackdown Could Trigger Record-Breaking Payouts Stellantis is preparing for a major financial hit in the United Kingdom as regulators crack down on a widespread car finance scandal. According to The Sunday Times, Stellantis Financial Services UK has earmarked £37 million (about $48 million USD) to cover potential claims tied to improperly disclosed commissions in auto loan deals. https://moparinsiders.com/stellantis-uk-braces-for-37m-48m-car-finance-scandal-fallout/

2026 Dodge Durango Goes All-HEMI® But CARB States Miss Out On Big Power R/T 392 And SRT HELLCAT Restricted To Non-CARB States For 2026, Dodge has doubled down on its muscle SUV formula by giving every single Durango a HEMI® V8 engine. From the entry-level GT all the way to the 710-horsepower SRT HELLCAT, the days of a V6-powered Durango are gone in the U.S. But there’s a big catch: buyers in CARB-regulated states won’t be able to purchase the high-horsepower R/T 392 and SRT HELLCAT trims. https://moparinsiders.com/2026-dodge-durango-goes-all-hemi-but-carb-states-miss-out-on-big-power/

All-New 2026 Jeep® Cherokee (KM) Prepares for Debut Late 2025 Jeep’s First-Ever North American Hybrid-Only SUV Breaks Cover This Year Jeep® fans, the wait is almost over. The all-new 2026 Jeep Cherokee (KM) is on its way, and it’s bringing a big change with it: it’s going hybrid-only. That’s right—this will be the first North American Jeep vehicle offered exclusively with a hybrid powertrain. No gas-only or plug-in (PHEV) options—just one smart, fuel-saving setup built for adventure. https://moparinsiders.com/all-new-2026-jeep-cherokee-km-prepares-for-debut-late-2025/

John Elkann Assigned Community Service in Tax Dispute Settlement Stellantis Chairman Resolves Case Without Admission of Guilt When most car headlines are about new models, recalls, or sales numbers, today’s news focuses on Stellantis Chairman John Elkann himself. Elkann, who also chairs Ferrari, has agreed to perform a year of community service as part of a settlement with Italian prosecutors over a long-running inheritance tax case. https://moparinsiders.com/john-elkann-assigned-community-service-in-tax-dispute-settlement/

Chrysler Crossfire Concept: Detroit’s Supercharged Showstopper Radical Coupe, Led The Way For Halo Car Production I had the opportunity to see this very concept car again in June 2025 during Chrysler’s 100th Anniversary media event at the Detroit Yacht Club (DYC). Seeing it in person nearly 25 years after its debut was a reminder of just how daring Chrysler was in the early 2000s. The Crossfire was more than just another auto show curiosity—it was a genuine preview of a production car that would eventually reach dealerships by 2004. https://moparinsiders.com/chrysler-crossfire-concept-detroits-supercharged-showstopper/

Stellantis Reaches 3 Million Vehicle Milestone at El Palomar! 🚗🇦🇷 A huge congrats to Stellantis for rolling out the 3 millionth vehicle from its El Palomar plant in Argentina — a landmark achievement reflecting decades of automotive excellence and commitment. 👉 Stellantis Hits 3 Million Vehicles at Argentina’s El Palomar Plant

Rare 1969 Plymouth Barracuda 440 ’Cuda Coupe Surfaces on BaT One of Just 45 M-Code Notchbacks Built When it comes to rare Mopars, few cars get enthusiasts buzzing like the 1969 Plymouth Barracuda M-code 440. Built in extremely limited numbers, these small-bodied A-cars were factory hot rods—stuffing Chrysler’s massive 7.2-liter (440-cubic-inch) Super Commando V8 into a lightweight platform that was more often seen with slant-6s or small-blocks. Now, one of just 45 notchback coupes produced is up for grabs on Bring a Trailer, and it’s got a history as colorful as its Limelight Metallic paint. https://moparinsiders.com/rare-1969-plymouth-barracuda-440-cuda-coupe-surfaces-on-bat/

Stellantis Windsor Plant Restores Third Shift in 2026 Return of Jobs Marks Pent-Up Demand for Pacifica and Charger For decades, Windsor Assembly was a three-shift operation. That ended in July 2020, when Stellantis (then FCA) eliminated the third shift, cutting roughly 1,500 positions. Now, the automaker is preparing to flip the lights back on for overnight crews. Union officials with Unifor Local 444 say it will take about 1,000 workers to run the third shift. That means new hires, callbacks for laid-off workers, and a boost for the local economy. https://moparinsiders.com/stellantis-windsor-plant-restores-third-shift-in-2026/

Dodge Charger And Jeep® Wagoneer S Recalled For Rollaway Risk Park Function Issue Prompts Safety Recall Stellantis (FCA US, LLC) is recalling approximately 25 units of its 2024–2025 Dodge Charger (LB) and Jeep® Wagoneer S (KX)electric vehicles (EVs). At issue is an incorrectly installed spring that may cause the loss of the park function when the vehicle’s gear selector is placed in the park (P) position. This defect could result in a vehicle rollaway, creating a safety hazard. Because of this, the affected vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) No. 114, Theft Protection and Rollaway Prevention. https://moparinsiders.com/dodge-charger-and-jeep-wagoneer-s-recalled-for-rollaway-risk/

Stellantis Design Studio & Windelo Reveal Windelo 62 Catamaran Automotive-Inspired Design Meets Eco-Friendly Sailing Sailing and automotive design don’t often cross paths, but when they do, the results can be game-changing. Stellantis Design Studio has teamed up with French catamaran builder Windelo and naval architects Barreau-Neuman to launch a new era of sustainable luxury sailing. Their latest creation, the Windelo 62, made its world debut at the Cannes Yachting Festival 2025. Alongside it, the slightly smaller Windelo 58 was also revealed, marking a major leap forward in design, performance, and sustainability. https://moparinsiders.com/stellantis-design-studio-windelo-reveal-windelo-62-catamaran/