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Ramcharger the Better Fit for Australia, Says Ram Trucks Australia Hybrid Beats EV for the Outback, Claims Ram Truck Australia Boss The upcoming all-electric 2026 Ram 1500 REV seems to be losing popularity before it hits the market. According to Ram Trucks Australia General Manager Jeff Barber, the range-extending electric vehicle (REEV) 2026 Ram 1500 Ramcharger is better suited for the unique demands of the Australian market. https://moparinsiders.com/ramcharger-the-better-fit-for-australia-says-ram-trucks-australia/

Windsor Assembly Shutdown Impacts Thousands as Stellantis Reassesses Plans Two-Week Halt Affects Local Jobs Amid Tariff Tensions The Windsor Assembly Plant has officially gone dark for at least two weeks, leaving 4,000 workers temporarily out of work and sending shockwaves through the local auto industry. The shutdown began on Monday, April 7th, and was triggered by a chain reaction of global trade decisions—most notably, new tariffs on automobiles following U.S. President Donald Trump’sannouncement. https://moparinsiders.com/windsor-assembly-shutdown-impacts-thousands-as-stellantis-reassesses-plans/

Ram Canada Opens Orders for the 2025 Ram ProMaster EV Cargo Van First-Ever All-Electric Ram Commercial Van Is Ready For Canada Ram has officially opened orders for the highly anticipated 2025 Ram ProMaster EV in Canada, marking a significant step in the brand’s electrification journey. Canadian businesses can now build and price their all-electric cargo van at www.ramtruck.ca and connect with dealerships to complete their purchase. https://moparinsiders.com/ram-canada-opens-orders-for-the-2025-ram-promaster-ev-cargo-van/

Stellantis May Step In To Help Suppliers Shoulder Tariff Costs Automaker Explores Program To Ease Trade War Burden Stellantis is reportedly working on a plan to help its suppliers deal with the steep costs tied to the latest round of tariffs under former President Donald Trump’s renewed trade war policies. According to a Bloomberg report, the automaker has quietly laid out a program where eligible suppliers could apply for financial help to make monthly tariff payments directly to the U.S. government. The effort was outlined by Marlo Vitous, Stellantis’ North American Head of Purchasing, during a closed-door meeting with suppliers in Detroit last week, a person familiar with the matter told Bloomberg...

SPOTTED: 2026 Ram 1500 Ramcharger Laramie Unmistakable R-A-M Lighting and Unique Wheels Gave It Away Earlier this week, my daughter and I were finishing up a late grocery run when we stumbled upon something totally unexpected in the parking lot. Just a few spots down from our car sat what appeared to be a prototype of the upcoming 2026 Ram 1500 Ramcharger Laramie — and once I spotted the new backlit R-A-M grille logo, I knew exactly what it was. https://moparinsiders.com/spotted-2026-ram-1500-ramcharger-laramie/

Ram Dominates Brazil’s Full-Size Truck Market in Early 2025 Ram Trucks Now Hold Over 70% of the Segment with 1500, 2500, and 3500 Ram is flexing its muscles in Brazil’s full-size pickup truck segment, kicking off 2025 with more than 70% market share thanks to its 1500, 2500, and 3500 models. Ram is considered a premium marque in the Brazilian market. However, the American brand continues to lead the segment by a wide margin. https://moparinsiders.com/ram-dominates-brazils-full-size-truck-market-in-early-2025/

2025 Chrysler Pacifica Hybrid Recalled for Brake Caliper Bolt Issue Only 8 Minivans Affected Due to Improperly Torqued Bolts Stellantis (FCA US, LLC) is recalling approximately eight units of its 2025 Chrysler Pacifica Hybridplug-in hybrid (PHEV) minivans because the bolt securing the front brake caliper bracket may not be properly tightened. This could result in reduced steering control, a brake fluid leak, and a loss of front brake function. https://moparinsiders.com/2025-chrysler-pacifica-hybrid-recalled-for-brake-caliper-bolt-issue/

Chrysler Still Leads Minivan Sales in Q1 2025 Despite Market Shifts Pacifica Remains America's Best-Selling Minivan, But Competition is Gaining Ground Chrysler continues to prove its dominance in the minivan segment, with the Pacifica once again leading U.S. sales in the first quarter of 2025. Despite an aging design, the Pacifica remains the go-to choice for families and fleet buyers, outselling rivals from Toyota, Honda, and Kia. https://moparinsiders.com/chrysler-still-leads-minivan-sales-in-q1-2025-despite-market-shifts/

Stellantis Pauses Warren Truck Production Over Engine Shortage Wagoneer/Grand Wagoneer Halted as HURRICANE I6 Supply Redirected to Ram 1500 Stellantis will pause production at its Warren Truck Assembly Plant starting April 14, 2025, due to a shortage of twin-turbocharged 3.0-liter HURRICANE I6 engines. The temporary shutdown, which will impact the Jeep® Wagoneer and Grand Wagoneer SUVs built at the facility, is expected to last several weeks, with production resuming in early May. https://moparinsiders.com/stellantis-pauses-warren-truck-production-over-engine-shortage/

Roy Sjöberg, Father of the Viper, Has Passed Away He Built A V10-Powered Legend That Rewrote the Rules of American Performance There are legends, and then there are firestarters. Roy Sjöberg was both. Known across the automotive world as the “Father of the Dodge Viper,” Roy passed away on March 30, 2025, at age 86. But anyone who ever saw or heard a Viper in motion knows—this man didn’t just create a car, he created an icon. https://moparinsiders.com/roy-sjoberg-father-of-the-viper-has-passed-away/

FCA Canada Post Its Disappointing Q1 2025 Results Canada See A Decline Of 18% Over The Same Period Last Year Stellantis (FCA Canada) Canada has released its first-quarter (Q1) 2025 sales figures, reporting a total of 26,354 vehicles sold, marking an 18% decline compared to the same period last year.Despite the overall decrease, several brands within the Stellantis portfolio experienced notable sales increases. https://moparinsiders.com/fca-canada-post-its-disappointing-q1-2025-results/

AUCTION: 2023 Dodge Challenger SRT Demon 170 Jailbreak 1-Of-1 Panther Pink Demon 170 Is Up For Grabs... If you’re a Mopar fan, buckle up—this is the ultimate unicorn. This 2023 Dodge Challenger SRT Demon 170 is not just another high-horsepower muscle car; it’s a one-of-a-kind masterpiece. As part of Dodge’s exclusive Jailbreak 170 Program, this beast was painted in Panther Pink (M3)—a heritage color that originally appeared on the 1970 Challenger. Out of the near 3,300 Demon 170s built, this is the only one in Panther Pink, making it a true collector’s dream. https://moparinsiders.com/auction-2023-dodge-challenger-srt-demon-170-jailbreak/

Is This 1970 Dodge Charger 500 Worth $199,990? This Stunning Restored Second-Generation Charger Is Looking For A New Home, At Premium Price By 1970, Dodge had firmly established the Charger as one of the most iconic muscle cars of the era. Following the aero-inspired Charger 500 of 1969—designed for NASCAR competition—the 1970 Charger 500 transitioned into a more refined and upscale trim level within the Charger lineup. Instead of being a race-ready homologation special like its predecessor, the 1970 Charger 500 served as an appearance package with a distinct combination of features. https://moparinsiders.com/is-this-1970-dodge-charger-500-worth-199990/

Stellantis Halts Production in Windsor and Toluca Due to Tariff Uncertainty Automaker Temporarily Pauses Operations as it Evaluates New Trade Policies Stellantis is temporarily stopping production at its Windsor Assembly Plant in Ontario and Toluca Assembly Plant in Mexico following President Donald Trump’s new tariff policies. The move comes as the company assesses the potential financial impact of these trade restrictions on its North American operations. https://moparinsiders.com/stellantis-halts-production-in-windsor-and-toluca-due-to-tariff-uncertainty/

Dodge’s Electric Charger Daytona Faces Sales Struggles in Early 2025 New eMuscle Car Only Sold 2,115 Units Across The U.S. and Canada... The first quarter of 2025 has been challenging for Dodge’s all-electric Charger Daytona, with sales figures indicating a lukewarm reception from enthusiasts. Official reports from Stellantis reveal that only 2,115 units were sold across the U.S. and Canada during this period. Specifically, 1,947 units found buyers in the U.S., while a mere 168 units were sold in Canada. https://moparinsiders.com/dodges-electric-charger-daytona-faces-sales-struggles-in-early-2025/

Stellantis’ Hybrid Push Triggers Production Delays in Europe Struggles with Parts Supply and Changing EU Rules Slow Down Production Stellantis’ shift away from an all-electric strategy in favor of hybrids is causing major production delays across its European factories. The automaker, which has been adjusting its game plan due to slowing electric vehicle (EV) demand, is struggling to source enough hybrid motors and proper tires, leading to an estimated shortfall of 20,000 vehicles this month alone, according to a report from Bloomberg. https://moparinsiders.com/stellantis-hybrid-push-triggers-production-delays-in-europe/

Stellantis Temporarily Lays Off U.S. Workers Amid Trade Disruptions Production Pauses at Key Plants Trigger Workforce Reductions Stellantis has temporarily laid off 900 workers across its Warren and Sterling Stamping plants in Michigan, as well as the Indiana and Kokomo Transmission Plants and the Kokomo Casting facility in Indiana. The job cuts come as the automaker grapples with supply chain issues following production pauses at its Windsor Assembly Plant in Canada and Toluca Assembly Plant in Mexico. https://moparinsiders.com/stellantis-temporarily-lays-off-u-s-workers-amid-trade-disruptions/

2025 Jeep® Wagoneer S Limited 4xe Hits Dealer Lots Wagoneer S Lineup Expands Offerings After being introduced at the Chicago Auto Show in February, the new 2025 Jeep® Wagoneer S Limited 4xe has officially arrived at dealerships across the U.S., marking another step in expanding the new Wagoneer S lineup. https://moparinsiders.com/2025-jeep-wagoneer-s-limited-4xe-hits-dealer-lots/

Dodge Holds Color Clinic at SoCal SpringFest 2025 Dodge Fans Help Pick the Hottest New Colors for the All-New Charger For the first time in five years, SoCal SpringFest returned this past weekend, bringing together fans of the modern Dodge Charger, Dodge Challenger, Dodge Magnum, and Chrysler 300. With the highly anticipated launch of the all-new Dodge Charger (LB), Dodge made sure to show up in a big way. A major highlight of the event was the return of the Dodge “color clinic,” a unique opportunity for enthusiasts to help shape the future of Dodge’s high-impact paint colors. https://moparinsiders.com/dodge-holds-color-clinic-at-socal-springfest-2025/

Mojito! Green Returns to the 2025 Jeep® Wrangler and Gladiator A Bold and Vibrant Shade of Green is Back for Jeep’s 2025 Lineup If you’re ready to turn heads on and off the trail, Jeep® has you covered. The fan-favorite Mojito! green exterior paint is making a triumphant return for the 2025 model year, now available on both the Jeep Wrangler (JL) and the Jeep Gladiator (JT) midsize pickup truck. This electric, high-impact shade of green hasn’t been seen since it last appeared on the Wrangler in 2018, and it’s sure to make your neighbors green with envy. https://moparinsiders.com/mojito-green-returns-to-the-2025-jeep-wrangler-and-gladiator/