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Waymo Phasing Out Chrysler Pacifica Minivans for All-Electric Autonomous Fleet Advancing Sustainability and the Future of Autonomous Vehicles without Chrysler... Waymo, a leading autonomous vehicle (AV) company, has announced that it will be phasing out its fleet of Chrysler Pacifica plug-in hybrid (PHEV) minivans, which had been an integral part of its AV operations for the past seven years. Instead, Waymo will rely on all-electric vehicles, such as the Jaguar I-Pace and Geely’s Zeekr van, for its fifth-generation autonomous driving platform. https://moparinsiders.com/waymo-phasing-out-chrysler-pacifica-minivans-for-all-electric-autonomous-fleet/

Dodge To Expand Electrified Lineup With New 2025 Cricket EV! Dodge Transitions To An Electrified Brand with the Entry-Level Cricket EV, Based on Quadricycle Platform... Dodge, is set to make a move towards electrification as it transitions from its HEMI® V8-powered muscle car lineup to an electrified performance brand. The brand plans to capitalize on the entry-level electric vehicle (EV) segment, especially for those living in busy metropolitan areas, by introducing the Dodge Cricket EV. https://moparinsiders.com/dodge-to-expand-electrified-lineup-with-new-2025-cricket-ev/

2018 Dodge Challenger SRT Demon Holds Its Value Amid Introduction of New Model Prices Continue To Climb For 840 Horsepower 2018 Muscle Car... The 2023 Dodge Challenger SRT Demon 170 has been generating buzz due to its exceptional specifications, including a 1,025 horsepower engine and record-breaking acceleration. Some automotive enthusiasts assumed that the introduction of this new model would cause the value of the highly sought-after 2018 Dodge Challenger SRT Demon to drop. However, recent research indicates that the value of the 2018 model remains strong, despite the release of the new 2023 version. https://moparinsiders.com/2018-dodge-challenger-srt-demon-holds-its-value-amid-introduction-of-new-model/

Stellantis Shows Dealers Its Future Portfolio In Las Vegas Concepts, Future Product, & New Technologies Highlight Dealer Meeting... Stellantis, the multinational automaker created by the merger of Fiat Chrysler Automobiles and Peugeot S.A., held its first dealer meeting in Las Vegas at the MGM Grand. The event, called the Stellantis Dealer Business Meeting 2023, showcased Stellantis’ future plans as the industry moves towards electrification. https://moparinsiders.com/stellantis-shows-dealers-its-future-portfolio-in-las-vegas/

Jeep® Europe Launches New Upland and High Altitude Special Editions Latest Jeep SUVs with Exceptional Off-Road Capabilities, Fuel Efficiency, and Advanced Technology Features... Jeep® Europe has recently announced the opening of orders for their latest special edition SUV models – the Jeep Renegade and Compass Upland and the Jeep Compass High Altitude. These special editions are designed to offer both elegance and fun in driving, while maintaining Jeep’s legendary off-road capabilities. https://moparinsiders.com/jeep-europe-launches-new-upland-and-high-altitude-special-editions/

SRT Demon 170 vs HELLCAT Redeye: Engine Upgrades and Performance Differences A Comparison with the HELLCAT Redeye Motor... The 2023 Dodge Challenger SRT Demon 170 is an exceptional car with a remarkable 1,025 horsepower straight out of the factory. Achieving this level of performance is no easy feat, but Dodge has accomplished it by enhancing almost every primary engine power component, with only the camshaft remaining unmodified. https://moparinsiders.com/srt-demon-170-vs-hellcat-redeye-engine-upgrades-and-performance-differences/

Own a Rare 2002 Chrysler Prowler in Prowler Yellow | Low Mileage Cruise in Style with a Retro-Styled Chrysler Prowler... Rarely does a car come along that combines retro styling with modern performance and technology quite like the 2002 Chrysler Prowler. And this particular example, finished in eye-catching Prowler Yellow with just 8,000 miles on the clock, is a standout even among its already exclusive brethren. https://moparinsiders.com/own-a-rare-2002-chrysler-prowler-in-prowler-yellow-low-mileage/

Jeep® Pays Homage To Cherokee (SJ) With Its 1978 Cherokee 4xe Concept Modern Electrified Off-Roader with Vintage Appeal... One of the standout vehicles set to be unveiled is the 1978 Jeep Cherokee 4xe Concept, which pays homage to the original Jeep Cherokee (SJ). The Jeep Cherokee SJ was introduced in 1974 as a sporty, two-door version of the Wagoneer, designed to appeal to younger, more adventurous drivers. The Wide-Track option, which included several upgraded features, was available a year later and proved to be a hit among off-road enthusiasts. https://moparinsiders.com/jeep-pays-homage-to-cherokee-sj-with-its-1978-cherokee-4xe-concept/

Grand Wagoneer Overland Concept Takes Off-Road Exploration to the Next Level Takes Grand Wagoneer into Uncharted Territories of Comfort and Adventure... One such vehicle is the 2023 Grand Wagoneer Overland Concept, which reinterprets the legendary legacy of the Grand Wagoneer and takes it into uncharted territories of comfort and adventure. This go-anywhere, do-anything concept vehicle is designed to take off-road exploration to the next level while maintaining the luxurious style and comfort of the Grand Wagoneer. https://moparinsiders.com/grand-wagoneer-overland-concept-takes-off-road-exploration-to-the-next-level/

Jeep® Hints At Wrangler Update With Rubicon 4xe Concept Vehicle Is This The 2024 Model, Hidden In Plain Sight? Among the new concept vehicles is the Jeep Wrangler Rubicon 4xe Concept, a rugged off-road vehicle with an unapologetic pink exterior paint color that is sure to turn heads. The team behind the design of this vehicle drew inspiration from the overwhelmingly positive reaction to the limited-edition Tuscadero exterior paint color that debuted in 2021 for Jeep Wrangler models. https://moparinsiders.com/jeep-hints-at-wrangler-update-with-rubicon-4xe-concept-vehicle/

The 2007 Dodge Demon Roadster Concept: A Sporty Two-Seat Roadster Explore the Design and Features of the 2007 Dodge Demon Roadster Concept... The Dodge Demon nameplate has been used in the past 50 years in the Dodge lineup. The Demon was a two-door performance coupe that offered sporty looks and well-rounded performance at a budget price, introduced in 1971. The compact Demon lasted for only two model years in the United States, before being renamed the “Dart Sport” after criticisms from Christian groups about the car’s name and pitchfork-welding devil logo. The Demon name wouldn’t be used again until 2007, for a very unique concept car that almost looked like it was ready for production...

Jeep® Rocks Easter Jeep Safari 2023 with Gladiator Sideburn Concept Pushing the Limits of Off-Road Adventure... One of the most striking concept vehicles that will be presented at the event is the Jeep Gladiator Sideburn. Painted in a stunning Solar Flash Yellow, this vehicle is a testament to the brand’s commitment to creating unique, eye-catching, and off-road-capable vehicles. https://moparinsiders.com/jeep-rocks-easter-jeep-safari-2023-with-gladiator-sideburn-concept/

Jeep® Reveals Customizable Wrangler 4xe Departure Concept with Extensive Accessories Experience the Ultimate Off-Road Adventure with Jeep's Latest Concept Vehicle... The Jeep Wrangler 4xe Departure Concept builds upon the iconic open-air cockpit of the best-selling and most capable plug-in electric hybrid (PHEV) in North America with innovative and conceptual items from the JPP by the Mopar design team. Notably, the spare wheel and tire mount allows the Jeep Wrangler Rubicon (JL) 4xe to push the limits of available departure angles with 4×4 electrification. https://moparinsiders.com/jeep-reveals-customizable-wrangler-4xe-departure-concept-with-extensive-accessories/

Jeep® Unveils Electrified Magneto 3.0 Concept at Easter Jeep Safari The Third Evolution of the Zero-Emission Rock-Climbing Beast... Jeep® is once again pushing the boundaries of 4×4 electrification with the unveiling of the Jeep Wrangler Magneto 3.0 Concept at the 57th Annual Easter Jeep Safari in Moab, Utah. https://moparinsiders.com/jeep-unveils-electrified-magneto-3-0-concept-at-easter-jeep-safari/

Rare 1970 Plymouth HEMI ‘Cuda up for Auction at Mecum Glendale Matching Numbers and Rotisserie Restoration Make This HEMI 'Cuda a True Collector's Item The Plymouth Barracuda had always struggled to keep up with the Mustang and Camaro in the pony car race. But in 1970, the Barracuda underwent a massive transformation that turned it into a real game-changer for Plymouth. The Barracuda’s new E-Body platform gave it a sleek and muscular look that finally put it on equal footing with its competitors. And the high-performance HEMI ‘Cuda model was the jewel in Plymouth’s crown. https://moparinsiders.com/rare-1970-plymouth-hemi-cuda-up-for-auction-at-mecum-glendale/

Iconic “Black Ghost” Challenger Inspires Unique R/T Scat Pack Recreation This Design Is More Than Just A Sticker Package... Dodge’s 2023 “Last Call” special edition series of Challengers and Chargers have received criticism for being nothing more than “sticker packages”. However, a digital artist by the name of Oscar Vargas (@wb.artist20) has taken inspiration from the original “Black Ghost” 1970 Dodge Challenger HEMI R/T SE and recreated it in his own unique way. https://moparinsiders.com/iconic-black-ghost-challenger-inspires-unique-r-t-scat-pack-recreation/

RECALL: 2020 to 2023 Jeep® Wrangler For An Unnecessary Frame Stud Could Puncture Fuel Tank If Involved In A Crash... Stellantis, the parent company of FCA US, LLC, has announced a recall of around 57,885 units of 2020 to 2023 Jeep® Wrangler (JL) due to a potential safety issue. The recall has been initiated because of a stud on the frame assembly, which may puncture the fuel tank in the event of a crash, leading to fuel leakage. https://moparinsiders.com/recall-2020-to-2023-jeep-wrangler-for-an-unnecessary-frame-stud/

Stellantis Fined for Air Quality Violations at Michigan Plant Automaker Pays $371k Fine for Repeated Emissions Violations Stellantis, has been fined for repeated air quality violations at its Warren Truck Assembly Plant (WTAP) in Michigan. The Michigan Department of Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy (EGLE) issued four violation notices since the plant began operations in February 2021. The plant underwent a $1.5 billion upgrade to bring the assembly of the new Wagoneer and Grand Wagoneer (WS) SUVs along with the Ram 1500 Classic (DS) pickups to the site. https://moparinsiders.com/stellantis-fined-for-air-quality-violations-at-michigan-plant/

New Ordering Option for 2023 Jeep® Grand Cherokee Trailhawk 4xe in CARB States A Strange New Options Change For Those Living In CARB States... Jeep® has recently announced a change in the ordering options to its U.S. dealers for its electrified 2023 Jeep Grand Cherokee Trailhawk 4xe. This change will affect customers in the 15 states that fall under the California Air Resources Board (CARB). https://moparinsiders.com/new-ordering-option-for-2023-jeep-grand-cherokee-trailhawk-4xe-in-carb-states/

Wrangler 4xe Named PHEV With Best Residual Value by Canadian Black Book Wrangler 4xe is Canada’s Best-Selling PHEV Electric Vehicle... The Jeep Wrangler Unlimited 4xe (JL) has taken home Canadian Black Book’s (CBB’s) 2023 Residual Value Award in the plug-in hybrid electric vehicle (PHEV) category. This marks the second year of CBB’s Best Residual Value Awards and the first where it has ranked PHEVs. The awards recognize vehicles that are expected to retain the largest percentage of their MSRP 48 months after purchase, making them valuable information for consumers as depreciation is the biggest expense of vehicle ownership. https://moparinsiders.com/wrangler-4xe-named-phev-with-best-residual-value-by-canadian-black-book/