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Ram Brazil Simply The Rampage Lineup For 2026 Ram Trims Prices and Versions For Its Best-Selling Compact Pickup The 2026 Ram Rampage, a standout in Brazil’s red-hot compact pickup segment, is getting an update and a price cut for the new model year. According to our friends at AutosSegredos, one of Brazil’s most reliable automotive sources, Ram is simplifying its lineup and offering big discounts for rural producers and business owners registered with a CNPJ (Cadastro Nacional da Pessoa Jurídica – Brazil’s version of a business tax ID). https://moparinsiders.com/ram-brazil-simply-the-rampage-lineup-for-2026/

Maserati & Alfa Romeo Could Bring Back Manual Supercars Limited-Run V6-Powered Super-GTs Teased For Both Brands Big news for fans of pure driving: Maserati and Alfa Romeo could soon collaborate on an all-new, limited-run super-GT — one that brings back a manual transmission and celebrates their rich Italian racing heritage. https://moparinsiders.com/maserati-alfa-romeo-could-bring-back-manual-supercars/

Scott Krugger Named Head Of North America Design At Stellantis Veteran Designer Behind Gen5 Viper To Lead Dodge, Jeep®, Ram, And Chrysler Design Stellantis has just announced a big move on the design front — veteran designer Scott Kruggerhas been appointed as the new Head of North America Design. The role is brand new and puts Krugger in charge of shaping the creative direction and design strategy for four of the most iconic American brands under the Stellantis umbrella: Chrysler, Dodge, Jeep®, and Ram. https://moparinsiders.com/scott-krugger-named-head-of-north-america-design-at-stellantis/

AEV’s New Ram 2500 Prospector XL Is a Heavy-Duty Beast The Ultimate Ram 2500 Rebel for Overlanding When it comes to heavy-duty trucks that can handle serious off-road abuse, the 2025 Ram 2500 Rebel already checks a lot of boxes. It comes standard with off-road-focused suspension, skid plates, 33-inch tires, and a rear limited-slip differential with an electronic locker. Powered by either the 6.4-liter HEMI® “Big Gas Engine” V8 or the 6.7-liter Cummins I6 High-Output (H/O) turbodiesel, the Rebel is built to play rough. But what if you need more—much more? That’s where American Expedition Vehicles (AEV) and their Prospector XL package come in, transforming an already capable Rebel into the ultimate go-anywhere, do-anything adventure...

Teen’s Plum Crazy Super Bee Packs HELLCAT Heat Built by Family, Fueled by Passion—This SEMA-Bound Mopar Is the Real Deal There’s restomods, and then there’s “HELL Bee”—Jenna Thomas’ Plum Crazy, HELLCAT-swapped 1970 Dodge Coronet Super Bee that’s turning heads and shredding expectations. What started as a high school hand-me-down from her grandfather has evolved into a full-blown, garage-built missile with SEMA in its sights. https://moparinsiders.com/teens-plum-crazy-super-bee-packs-hellcat-heat/

Gilmore Car Museum Hosts Chrysler Centennial Celebration A Living Timeline of Chrysler History Rolls Into Hickory Corners Chrysler is officially 100, and the celebration continues in Hickory Corners, Michigan, as the Gilmore Car Museum partners with the iconic American brand for a once-in-a-lifetime event. From July 30 to August 2, the museum’s sprawling 90-acre campus will transform into a living timeline of Chrysler history, giving car enthusiasts and families the ultimate way to celebrate a century of innovation, style, and engineering excellence. https://moparinsiders.com/gilmore-car-museum-hosts-chrysler-centennial-celebration/

Auto World Rolls Out 1970–1971 Plymouth Fury In TRUE 1:64 Scale New Tooling Brings Full-Size '70s Mopar Flavor To The Palm Of Your Hand Auto World has been on a serious roll lately, and their latest 1:64 scale release proves they’re listening to Mopar fans loud and clear. Making its debut this fall is a brand-new tooling of the 1970–1971 Plymouth Sport Fury, a land yacht that now proudly joins the Auto World TRUE 1:64 lineup with serious detail and big-body attitude. https://moparinsiders.com/auto-world-rolls-out-1970-1971-plymouth-fury-in-true-164-scale/

Dodge Brings Muscle and Racing Back to Woodward for Roadkill Nights 10th Annual Event Features Thrill Ride, Drag Racing, and Car Show The 2026 Ram Rampage, a standout in Brazil’s red-hot compact pickup segment, is getting an update and a price cut for the new model year. According to our friends at AutosSegredos, one of Brazil’s most reliable automotive sources, Ram is simplifying its lineup and offering big discounts for rural producers and business owners registered with a CNPJ (Cadastro Nacional da Pessoa Jurídica – Brazil’s version of a business tax ID). https://moparinsiders.com/ram-brazil-simply-the-rampage-lineup-for-2026/

LEGO® Unleashes A New Dodge Challenger SRT HELLCAT Speed Champions Set This Time, The HELLCAT Roars In Bold Sublime Green LEGO® is putting some serious American muscle into its Speed Champions lineup for 2025 with the debut of the Dodge Challenger SRT HELLCAT—and yes, it’s finished in the eye-popping, high-impact Sublime green. https://moparinsiders.com/lego-unleashes-a-new-dodge-challenger-srt-hellcat-speed-champions-set/

Filosa Confirms TRX Return During Stellantis H1 2025 Earnings Call Ram’s HELLCAT-Powered Apex Predator Is Back On Track During Stellantis’ H1 2025 financial call, newly appointed CEO Antonio Filosa finally confirmed what many Ram fans have been hoping for—the Ram 1500 TRX is officially coming back. https://moparinsiders.com/filosa-confirms-trx-return-during-stellantis-h1-2025-earnings-call/

Could Kaulig Racing Join the Truck Series with Ram in 2026? Rumors Swirl About A Kaulig-Ram Alliance For A 2026 Craftsman Truck Series Entry Kaulig Racing might be looking to shake things up again—this time by joining the NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series. According to a rumor first shared by The Daily Downforce, the team is reportedly considering a Truck Series debut in 2025, and the real shocker? They might be doing it not with Chevrolet, but with Ram. https://moparinsiders.com/could-kaulig-racing-join-the-truck-series-with-ram-in-2026/

Stellantis Posts $2.5B Loss In H1 2025 As Tariffs, Model Gaps Hit Hard New CEO Filosa Sees Signs Of Recovery As Automaker Re-Establishes Guidance Stellantis has reported its financial results for the first half of 2025, and let’s just say—it’s been a rough ride. The company posted a net loss of €2.3 billion ($2.5 billion USD), a dramatic swing from the €5.6 billion ($6.1 billion USD) profit it recorded in the same period last year. With net revenues of €74.3 billion ($80.5 billion USD), down 13% from H1 2024, the company’s financial hit is being blamed on a mix of headwinds: tariffs, weak markets, and production gaps due to discontinued models. Despite the downturn, new CEO Antonio Filosa remains optimistic, stating, “2025 is...

This Rare Sassy Grass 1970 Road Runner 440+6 Is Pure Mopar Muscle One Of Only 222 Automatic V-Code Coupes Heads To Mecum Monterey. If you’re into rare Mopar muscle and high-impact colors, then this 1970 Plymouth Road Runner should stop you in your tracks. Finished in attention-grabbing Sassy Grass Green (FJ6), this freshly restored “post car” is a true V-Code example packing Chrysler’s legendary 7.2-liter (440 cubic-inch) 6-BBL V8 under the hood. And it’s heading to the Mecum Monterey auction on Saturday, August 16th, 2025. https://moparinsiders.com/this-rare-sassy-grass-1970-road-runner-4406-is-pure-mopar-muscle/

Refreshed Jeep® Wrangler Nails Latest IIHS Crash Test Refreshed JL Gets Top Marks in Tougher Crash Safety Exam The refreshed 2024 and 2025 Jeep® Wrangler (JL) have officially earned solid marks in the latest crash safety evaluations by the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS), particularly in the updated moderate overlap front crash test. Despite a few hiccups in secondary safety features, the iconic off-roader remains a top contender in rugged capability with a stronger safety story than ever before. https://moparinsiders.com/refreshed-jeep-wrangler-nails-latest-iihs-crash-test/

NextStar Energy Finalizes First Union Deal With Unifor Agreement Covers 450 Hourly Workers At Canadian Battery Plant NextStar Energy has officially ratified its first-ever collective agreement with Unifor Local 444, marking a major milestone for the Canadian battery manufacturing company. The agreement, which was voted in by employees last week, covers hourly production and maintenance workers at the Windsor, Ontario-based facility. https://moparinsiders.com/nextstar-energy-finalizes-first-union-deal-with-unifor/

Fiat Abarth 600e Struggles to Spark Interest in 2025 Sales Fall Flat for Electric Hot Hatch in Europe When Abarth unveiled its all-new 600e late last year, there was hope the sporty subcompact would breathe new life into the brand’s all-electric future. On paper, the specs seemed promising: 280 horsepower, a mechanical limited-slip differential, and aggressive styling wrapped into a compact, Euro-flavored package. But here we are, halfway through 2025, and things aren’t looking good. https://moparinsiders.com/fiat-abarth-600e-struggles-to-spark-interest-in-2025/

Dodge Durango Dominates J.D. Power 2025 APEAL Study Climbs To The Top Of The Upper Midsize SUV Segment, Powers Dodge To Second Place Overall The Dodge Durango just proved it’s more than muscle—it’s a crowd favorite. According to the latest J.D. Power 2025 U.S. Automotive Performance, Execution and Layout (APEAL) Study, the Durango has taken the top spot in the upper midsize SUV segment, tying for first and helping catapult Dodge to second place among all mass-market automotive brands in the U.S. https://moparinsiders.com/dodge-durango-dominates-j-d-power-2025-apeal-study/

CAUGHT: 2026 Dodge Charger Outlaw Rips Through Detroit Streets Twin-Turbo Charger Coupe Lets Loose While Filming In Downtown Detroit It appears that yesterday, in downtown Detroit, Dodge was caught filming what looks—and sounds—like the all-new 2026 Dodge Charger Outlaw coupe. It didn’t take long for muscle car fans to take notice, especially once the exhaust note echoed off the buildings near Bagley and Cass Streets, near the Rosa Parks Transit Center downtown. A perfect setting for Dodge’s new muscle car, as it’s located near the iconic Woodward Avenue. https://moparinsiders.com/caught-2026-dodge-charger-outlaw-rips-through-detroit-streets/

1968 B029 HEMI® Barracuda Prototype Heads to Mecum Indy 2025 The Car That Launched Super Stock History is Hitting the Auction Block One of the most significant Mopars in drag racing history is finally crossing the auction block — and it’s not just any old HEMI® car. On Saturday, May 17th, 2025, at Mecum Indy, the legendary 1968 Plymouth Barracuda B029 Prototype — known as “The Mule” — will go under the hammer. This isn’t just a Super Stocker. It’s the Super Stocker — the very prototype Chrysler Engineering used to develop the 1968 HEMI Super Stock Barracuda program. https://moparinsiders.com/1968-b029-hemi-barracuda-prototype-heads-to-mecum-indy-2025/

Cassino Assembly Plant Shuts Down Again Amid Weak Demand Alfa Romeo and Maserati Models Hit Hard by Slumping Sales Production at Stellantis’ Cassino Assembly Plant in Italy has ground to a halt once again, and it’s not just a brief pause—it could last well into September. According to sources overseas, the plant officially stopped all operations on Wednesday, July 23, after limping along with limited activity in the assembly area. What’s more, Stellantis has moved the plant’s summer shutdown forward by a full week, originally scheduled to start on August 4. https://moparinsiders.com/cassino-assembly-plant-shuts-down-again-amid-weak-demand/