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Jeep® Renegade Getting MHEV Upgrade for South America in 2026 Popular Compact SUV to Receive a Mild Hybrid System and Fresh Design Updates The Jeep® Renegade isn’t going anywhere just yet. Despite some speculation that it might be reaching the end of its production run, the Renegade will continue in the South American market with a significant update set to arrive in 2026. This update includes a refreshed exterior and an all-new mild hybrid electric vehicle (MHEV) system that aims to improve both performance and fuel efficiency. https://moparinsiders.com/jeep-renegade-getting-mhev-upgrade-for-south-america-in-2026/

WhistlinDiesel’s 17-Turbo Ram Is Insanity On Wheels More Turbos, More Boost, and Total Chaos... Cody Detwiler (@WhistlinDiesel) has done it again. His latest project? A 2006 Dodge Ram 2500 Cummins strapped with an absurd 17 turbochargers. If that sounds excessive, it’s because it absolutely is. And as expected, the experiment didn’t go quite as planned. https://moparinsiders.com/whistlindiesels-17-turbo-ram-is-insanity-on-wheels/

Design the Future: 2025 Drive for Design Contest High School Students Can Win an Internship and Shape Chrysler’s Next Iconic Vehicle Chrysler has built a century-long legacy of innovative technologies and iconic automotive designs. The Drive for Design contest serves as a platform for young talent to contribute to that rich history, contributing their unique perspectives on what a futuristic Chrysler could look like. This year’s contest honors the pioneering spirit of the Chrysler brand, with designs rooted in its legacy and forward-looking future. https://moparinsiders.com/design-the-future-2025-drive-for-design-contest/

Stellantis Shuffles Maserati Production Amid Factory Optimization GranTurismo and GranCabrio Manufacturing Moves to Modena as Stellantis Reshapes Operations Stellantis is shaking up its production strategy for Maserati, shifting the GranTurismo and GranCabrio assembly from its current Turin facility to the smaller Modena plant, where the high-performance MC20 is built. This strategic move is part of a broader effort to enhance efficiency and strengthen the automaker’s relationship with the Italian government. https://moparinsiders.com/stellantis-shuffles-maserati-production-amid-factory-optimization/

AUCTION: 440-Powered 1971 Dodge D100 Sweptline Pickup Restomod Pickup Blends Vintage Style with Serious Performance When it comes to classic American pickups, few can match the raw appeal of the 1971 Dodge D100 Sweptline. This particular short-bed example, transformed by Dark Horse Customs in Montana between 2018 and 2023, is far from your average vintage truck. With over $76,000 invested in performance upgrades, this custom D100 is a serious street machine with a modern twist. https://moparinsiders.com/auction-440-powered-1971-dodge-d100-sweptline-pickup/

1970 Dodge Challenger Gets A HEMI® And 6-Speed Swap In Style No Bolts Left Behind Turns A Forgotten Classic Into A Modern Muscle Machine Transforming a classic muscle car into a modern powerhouse is no easy task, but the No Bolts Left Behind YouTube channel made it look effortless. His latest video documented the entire process of swapping a 5.7-liter (345 cubic-inch) HEMI® V8 and a 6-speed TR-6060 manual transmission into a 1970 Dodge Challenger R/T. The final video may only be 15 minutes long, but don’t let that fool you—this was a year-long build packed with hard work and attention to detail. https://moparinsiders.com/1970-dodge-challenger-gets-a-hemi-and-6-speed-swap-in-style/

Trump Administration Rolls Back EPA Fuel Efficiency Standards New Policies Aim to Reduce Regulatory Costs and Increase Consumer Vehicle Choices The Trump administration has started the process of reversing strict vehicle fuel efficiency standards put in place by the Biden administration. The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), led by Administrator Lee Zeldin, announced the move as part of a larger effort to cut back on what it calls excessive regulatory costs impacting the American auto industry. https://moparinsiders.com/trump-administration-rolls-back-epa-fuel-efficiency-standards/

Liberty Walk’s Widebody Dodge Challenger R/T Turns Heads A Bold Take on American Muscle from Japan’s Liberty Walk Liberty Walk, the renowned Japanese tuning house, is back with another eye-catching take on the Dodge Challenger. This time, the subject is a Challenger R/T, transformed with the brand’s signature aggressive styling and stance. https://moparinsiders.com/liberty-walks-widebody-dodge-challenger-r-t-turns-heads/

1969 Dodge Charger Daytona 440 Heads to Mecum Houston 2025 Rare, Fully Restored Muscle Car Set for April 4th Auction One of the most legendary muscle cars ever built is heading to Mecum Houston 2025 on Friday, April 4th — a stunning Bright Red (R4) 1969 Dodge Charger Daytona. This rare and historic car is one of just 503 Daytonas ever produced and stands as a symbol of Dodge’s push for dominance in NASCAR. https://moparinsiders.com/1969-dodge-charger-daytona-440-heads-to-mecum-houston-2025/

AMW4x4 Offers 392 HEMI® Gladiator AMW392 Adventure Series Power, Performance, and Versatility in One Rugged Package For those craving a perfect mix of serious power and unbeatable off-road capability, America’s Most Wanted 4×4 (AMW4x4) has once again delivered a game-changer. Their latest creation, the 2025 Jeep® Gladiator AMW392 Adventure Series, takes Jeep performance to a whole new level. Built for both rugged trails and everyday practicality, this V8-swapped powerhouse offers impressive muscle and top-tier upgrades. https://moparinsiders.com/amw4x4-offers-392-hemi-gladiator-amw392-adventure-series/

Ram Introduces 1500 Laramie / Laramie Night Edition To Argentina Power, Style, and Capability Define Ram’s Latest South American Offering Ram is shaking up the premium truck market in South America with the rollout of the 2025 Ram 1500 Laramie and Laramie Night Edition in Argentina. These full-size pickups combine luxury, performance, and practicality, setting a new benchmark for trucks in the region. https://moparinsiders.com/ram-introduces-1500-laramie-laramie-night-edition-to-argentina/

Alfa Romeo Winds Down Gas-Powered Giulia and Stelvio Models Italian Dealerships Prepare for the End of Gasoline Variants Alfa Romeo has officially announced the end of gasoline-powered Giulia and Stelvio production, according to a memo sent to its Italian dealer network. With production winding down over the next year, the automaker is preparing for its transition to the next generation of Stelvio and Giulia models. https://moparinsiders.com/alfa-romeo-winds-down-gas-powered-giulia-and-stelvio-models/

Dodge Charger NASCAR Designs Spark Excitement Stunning New Renderings Show How a Modern Dodge NASCAR Cup Car Could Look The possibility of Dodge making a triumphant return to the NASCAR Cup Series has been a hot topic among racing fans for years. Now, with digital artist Justin Calvin (@j_cal_designs) releasing jaw-dropping renderings of a Dodge Charger SIXPACK stock car built to NASCAR’s Next-Gen (Gen 7) specifications, those rumors feel closer to reality than ever. https://moparinsiders.com/dodge-charger-nascar-designs-spark-excitement/

Pacifica & Wagoneer L Earn 2025 Best Family Vehicle Awards Chrysler Pacifica and Jeep® Wagoneer L named Best Cars for Families by U.S. News & World Report The 2025 Chrysler Pacifica and Jeep® Wagoneer L have earned top honors in U.S. News & World Report’s 2025 Best Cars for Families awards, solidifying their positions as top choices for family-friendly vehicles. Evaluated against 100 models, these two standouts took home the Best Minivan for Families and Best Large SUV for Families awards, respectively. https://moparinsiders.com/pacifica-wagoneer-l-earn-2025-best-family-vehicle-awards/

15 Vehicles Stolen from Stellantis Lot in Toledo Police Recover Two, Majority Still Missing A Stellantis holding lot in Toledo, Ohio, became the target of an audacious auto heist, as 15 vehicles were stolen in a matter of minutes. While law enforcement has managed to recover two of the stolen vehicles, the rest remain missing. The theft involved a mix of trucks and SUVs, with investigators believing it to be the work of an organized crime ring. https://moparinsiders.com/15-vehicles-stolen-from-stellantis-lot-in-toledo/

Rare 1970 Dodge HEMI® Challenger R/T Heads to Mecum Indy Factory Triple Black Challenger with Numbers-Matching HEMI and Rotisserie Restoration If you’re a Mopar enthusiast or a collector of rare muscle cars, mark your calendar for May 16th. A stunning 1970 Dodge HEMI® Challenger R/T is set to cross the auction block at Mecum Indy 2025, and this isn’t just any Challenger—this is a factory triple-black beast with a numbers-matching 7.0-liter (426 cubic-inch) HEMI V8. Cars like this don’t come around often; when they do, they make waves in the muscle car community. https://moparinsiders.com/rare-1970-dodge-hemi-challenger-r-t-heads-to-mecum-indy/

Car and Driver Outruns HELLCAT Redeye with Daytona Scat Pack Electric Muscle Car That’s Faster Than a HELLCAT (At First)... Car and Driver magazine recently put the all-new, all-electric 2025 Dodge Charger Daytona Scat Pack through its paces, and the results were nothing short of impressive. This electric muscle car not only beat the powerful 2023 Dodge Challenger SRT HELLCAT Redeye from 0 to 60 mph, but it also held its own against some of the best-performance EVs on the market. https://moparinsiders.com/car-and-driver-outruns-hellcat-redeye-with-daytona-scat-pack/

Stellantis Mexico Reports Record-Breaking Sales in February 2025 Ram Drives Exceptional Growth with 59% Year-Over-Year Increase Stellantis Mexico had an outstanding February 2025, reporting total sales of 7,110 units across its diverse brand lineup. Leading the charge was Ram, with 2,835 units sold — a 59% year-over-year increase and the brand’s best February performance ever. https://moparinsiders.com/stellantis-mexico-reports-record-breaking-sales-in-february-2025/

Jeep® Wrangler 4xe Battery Fire Prompt Spark Lawsuit Lawsuit Alleges FCA Failed to Resolve Battery Fire Risk Despite Recalls A new class action lawsuit filed against Stellantis (FCA US, LLC) over ongoing battery fire concerns with Jeep® Wrangler (JL) 4xe plug-in hybrid vehicles (PHEVs). The suit, filed by New York resident Michael Gandelman on March 4, 2025, in the U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Michigan, claims FCA has failed to properly address serious safety risks associated with the vehicle’s lithium-ion battery. https://moparinsiders.com/jeep-wrangler-4xe-battery-fire-prompt-spark-lawsuit/

Take A Look At Rocky Ridge’s 2025 Ram 1500 XP FOX™ Suspension, Lifted Truck Good Looks, and You Can Purchase It At A Dealer FOX™ Factory’s Rocky Ridge brand takes the already impressive 2025 Ram 1500 (DT) and transforms it into an impressive off-road truck with bold styling and upgrades. Built on the popular Big Horn or luxurious Laramie trims, this customized Ram 1500 is packed with premium enhancements designed for rugged capability and head-turning looks. https://moparinsiders.com/take-a-look-at-rocky-ridges-2025-ram-1500-xp/