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FORGET THE GOBLIN! Demon Nameplate To Return For Last Call? Some New Leaks Point To New HELLEPHANT-Powered Demon Is Coming... Dodge is preparing to launch its seventh and final 2023 “Last Call” special-edition model, which promises to deliver mind-boggling horsepower and demolish drag strips. As the global debut draws near, we are seeing several new details leak online just days before the new car’s official debut. https://moparinsiders.com/forget-the-goblin-demon-nameplate-to-return-for-last-call/

2023 Jeep® Wagoneer Is The Best All-Around Full-Size SUV Out There Capable On The Street Going To The Mall, Rugged Out On The Trail The Jeep® Wagoneer has been an American icon for over half a century. First introduced in the 1960s, it was the original SUV, combining off-road capability with passenger comfort and style. Now, for 2023, the Wagoneer is back, and it’s better than ever. https://moparinsiders.com/2023-jeep-wagoneer-is-the-best-all-around-full-size-suv-out-there/

THE CHILDHOOD OF MUSCLE! iRerts Creates Charger SRT HELLCAT Widebody For KIDS! It Can Even Be Remote Controlled For Adults... Are you a car enthusiast with kids who share your passion? Well, now you can get them in on the action with the Dodge Charger SRT HELLCAT Widebody ride-on toy from iRerts. Following the success of the Challenger version, this scaled-down Charger SRT HELLCAT Widebody is designed to look like the real thing, complete with authentic details and features that mimic the full-size car. https://moparinsiders.com/the-childhood-of-muscle-irerts-creates-charger-srt-hellcat-widebody-for-kids/

Meet The 2023 Dodge Charger SXT RWD Blacktop Special Edition This Isn't Your Base Model Charger Anymore... Recently, we covered the Blacktop Special Edition package that was released for the Charger GT RWD model. However, it’s worth noting that this package is also available for the entry-level SXT RWD model. With the release of the 2023 Dodge Charger SXT RWD Blacktop Special Edition, customers can now enjoy a performance-oriented sedan that boasts several features designed to enhance both its appearance and performance. As an upgraded version of the standard SXT RWD model, this vehicle offers a glimpse into the exciting and high-performance world of the Charger lineup...

SPOTTED: 2024 Abarth 500e Scorpionissima Launch Editions Both Colors and Both Variants Caught On Public Roads... Italian carmaker Abarth is set to make waves in the city car segment with the launch of its new fully-electric Abarth 500e. The latest iteration of the iconic Cinquecento comes with an e-motor that powers its front wheels, delivering 155 horsepower and 173 lb.-ft. of torque, an increase of 38 horsepower and 11 lb.-ft. over the standard 500e. The Abarth 500e can reach 0 to 62 mph in 7 seconds, two seconds quicker than the Cinquecento battery-electric vehicle (BEV), but 0.3 of a second slower than the current turbocharged Abarth 695. https://moparinsiders.com/spotted-2024-abarth-500e-scorpionissima-launch-editions/

Make Your Chrysler 300 Even More Aggressive With Carbon Fiber Parts From STAGA California Company Can Give Your 300 More Street Muscle Appeal... For almost two decades, the Chrysler 300 (LX) has been a beloved classic American four-door sedan amongst car enthusiasts. While the current generation of the 300 is coming to an end, it still boasts a stylish design that many drivers appreciate. However, some may argue that the 300 has lost its edge compared to its platform siblings, the Dodge Charger and Challenger. But fear not, car lovers, as STAGA Composites has the solution to make your 300 stand out on the streets. https://moparinsiders.com/make-your-chrysler-300-even-more-aggressive-with-carbon-fiber-parts-from-staga/

Dealers Get Important Details About 2024 Jeep® Wrangler Updates Dealer Pre-Orders Already Open, Unveiling Should Be Soon... Jeep® enthusiasts, get ready for the upcoming mid-cycle action (MCA) or refresh for the 2024 Jeep Wrangler (JL). According to reports, Stellantis has released an informational video to its dealer network on what to expect for the new vehicle. Although the video did not reveal the exact look of the 2024 Wrangler, it did give dealers a strong idea of the changes and improvements to anticipate. https://moparinsiders.com/dealers-get-important-details-about-2024-jeep-wrangler-updates/

Dodge’s New “Last Call” Will Be Faster Than 140 MPH In The 1/4-Mile Final Teaser Confirms Over 140 MPH... Dodge is gearing up to unveil its highly anticipated final 2023 Dodge “Last Call” special-edition model at the Dodge Last Call Powered by Roadkill Nights Vegas event this Sunday, March 20th, 2023. As the event approaches, the fifth and final teaser video in the brand’s series has been released, titled “Trip Wire,” giving enthusiasts yet another hint about what they can expect from the ultimate Dodge performance vehicle. https://moparinsiders.com/dodges-new-last-call-will-be-faster-than-140-mph-in-the-1-4-mile/

RECALL UPDATE: 2021 to 2022 Jeep® Grand Cherokee L (WL75) Child Tether Due To Missing Weld From The Back Frame To The Child Seat Tether Anchorage... Stellantis (FCA US, LLC), the parent company of Jeep®, has issued a recall for certain 2021 to 2022 Jeep Grand Cherokee L (WL75) vehicles. The recall is due to a missing weld from the seat back frame to the child seat tether anchorage, which fails to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) No. 225, “Child Restraint Anchorage Systems.” https://moparinsiders.com/recall-update-2021-to-2022-jeep-grand-cherokee-l-wl75-child-tether/

Saltillo South Celebrates 6,000,000th Pentastar Engine Produced There Engine Is Destined For A Jeep® Wrangler (JL)... It’s been thirteen years since production began of the award-winning Pentastar V6 engine at the Stellantis Saltillo South Engine Plant in Saltillo, Coahuila, Mexico. The Mexican engine plant currently builds Pentastar engines for 11 different Chrysler Group products. But in recent days, the 761,009 square-foot plant has celebrated a large milestone: the production of its 6,000,000th engine. https://moparinsiders.com/saltillo-south-celebrates-6000000th-pentastar-engine-produced-there/

Stellantis CEO Confirms Ram 1500 Range Electric Paradigm Breaker (REPB) ICE Motor Will Recharge Battery Pack On The Go... Stellantis CEO Carlos Tavares has confirmed that an internal combustion engine (ICE) will be used to charge the battery of Ram’s upcoming Range Electric Paradigm Breaker (REPB) model. While the technology had been teased since Stellantis’ EV Day in 2021, the Ram brand had not confirmed details until now. https://moparinsiders.com/stellantis-ceo-confirms-ram-1500-range-electric-paradigm-breaker-repb/

More Easter Jeep® Safari Concept Teasers From Jeep & Mopar Three More Concepts Have Been Highlighted... The Jeep® brand and Jeep Performance Parts (JPP) by Mopar are set to unveil an exciting new collection of electrified and internal combustion engine (ICE) powered off-road vehicles at the57th Annual Easter Jeep Safari in Moab, Utah, from April 1st to 9th, 2023. https://moparinsiders.com/more-easter-jeep-safari-concept-teasers-from-jeep-mopar/

AUCTION: Custom Diesel-Powered 1941 Dodge WC26 Wagon Restored Passenger Transport With Cummins Power... The 1940s were a pivotal era in world history, with the Second World War requiring heavy-duty transport solutions to meet the needs of the military. No less than 38 variants were built on the WC platform, including the Series 26 carry-all body that was featured on the 1941 Dodge Power Wagon WC26 that is up for sale at the Mecum Glendale 2023 auction. This no-expense-spared build is a true marvel of engineering, featuring an array of customizations that make it stand out from the crowd. https://moparinsiders.com/auction-custom-diesel-powered-1941-dodge-wc26-wagon/

AUCTION: 2022 Ram 2500 AEV Prospector XL Mega Cab The Ultimate Off-Road Mega Truck... The 2022 Ram 2500 AEV Prospector XL is a formidable vehicle that combines power, capability, and luxury to create the ultimate off-road mega truck. This specific model is practically brand new, with only 1,122 miles on the odometer, and will be auctioned off at the Mecum Glendale auction on Friday, March 31st, with no reserve. https://moparinsiders.com/auction-2022-ram-2500-aev-prospector-xl-mega-cab/

Jeep® Adds Hurricane Twin-Turbo Power To Its Base Model Wagoneer New Twin-Turbo Power Is Now Available For Ordering... Jeep® has recently announced to its dealer network that the all-new twin-turbo 3.0-liter “Hurricane” I-6 S.O. (Standard Output) engine is now available for the 2023 Jeep Wagoneer Series I (WS) base trim, allowing customers to opt for a powerful and efficient engine over the standard 5.7-liter HEMI® V8 with eTorque. This marks a shift away from the HEMI as it becomes less environmentally friendly. https://moparinsiders.com/jeep-adds-hurricane-twin-turbo-power-to-its-base-model-wagoneer/

Dodge Quietly Introduces A New Blacktop Special Edition Package For Charger V6 Model Now Gets Brembo® Brakes, Carbon Fiber, & Flat Bottom Steering Wheel... As the last year of production for the current generation of Dodge Charger (LD), much of the focus has been on the outgoing HEMI models. However, Dodge has some special surprises in store for the car’s final year that are worth talking about. https://moparinsiders.com/dodge-quietly-introduces-a-new-blacktop-special-edition-package-for-charger/

Dodge Releases New “Last Call” Teaser: HEMI® Vice! Could This Be How Much Cylinder Pressure The Final "Last Call" Challenger Produces? Dodge is gearing up to unveil its seventh and final 2023 “Last Call” special-edition model, which promises to deliver mind-boggling horsepower and demolish drag strips. As the global debut draws near, Dodge has been dropping teaser videos to provide hints about the ultimate performance vehicle’s identity. https://moparinsiders.com/dodge-releases-new-last-call-teaser-hemi-vice/

Jeep® Continues To Dominate Sales In Brazil Compass Continues To Lead The Way For The Brand... Jeep® has established its dominance in the SUV segment in Brazil, with 17,578 units registered at the end of February. In February, the brand secured a 19.2% share among SUVs with 9,054 units, positioning itself as the fifth best-selling brand in the Brazilian marketplace with a 7.5% share across all segments. https://moparinsiders.com/jeep-continues-to-dominate-sales-in-brazil/

Chrysler Introduces A Equipment Change For The 2023 Chrysler 300 Limited Number Of Sunshades Are Available For 2023 Model Year... According to our dealer sources, the popular Comfort Group Package option for the Chrysler 300 sedan has been updated for the 2023 model year. However, due to limited availability, the package will no longer include the power back sunshade option, which was a favorite among customers. https://moparinsiders.com/chrysler-introduces-a-equipment-change-for-the-2023-chrysler-300/

All-Electric Jeep® Recon To Take On Land Rover Defender In Europe New Off-Road BEV Will Slot Under The Wrangler... Jeep, the American automaker and part of the Stellantis group, has confirmed that its first 100% electric off-road vehicle, the Jeep Recon (EJ), will debut in 2025. The announcement was made by Antonella Bruno, the former Head of Jeep® Europe, during a recent interview with the British automotive magazine Autocar. https://moparinsiders.com/all-electric-jeep-recon-to-take-on-land-rover-defender-in-europe/