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One name stands tall in the realm of minivans, collecting accolades year after year – the Chrysler Pacifica. This family-oriented vehicle has reigned supreme for seven consecutive years, earning the title of America’s most-awarded minivan. Now, Chrysler proudly unveils a new multimedia advertising campaign, “Thanking Our Parents,” to commemorate this remarkable achievement and pay homage to the diverse spectrum of parents who inspire innovation and excellence in the brand. “The Chrysler Pacifica is America’s most awarded minivan for seven years running, and we owe this achievement to the many parents out there who have been the inspiration for us as … (read full article...)

Abarth’s Potential Return to Gasoline: Why Scorpions Might Strike Again Customer Demand For Combustion Power Could Revive The Fire Under Abarth's Hood When I read that Abarth might bring back gasoline-powered hot hatches, I couldn’t help but nod in agreement. As a gearhead who drives an electric vehicle (EV), I love my Charger — but I’m not in love with it. I like to modify, tune, and wrench; with an EV powertrain, my hands are tied. Abarth’s dilemma hits home all too well. https://moparinsiders.com/abarths-potential-return-to-gasoline-why-scorpions-might-strike-again/

2026 Chrysler Grand Caravan Returns To Deliver Family Value In Canada Affordable, Spacious, and Loaded with Standard Features Chrysler is reinforcing its leadership in the segment it invented more than four decades ago with the return of the 2026 Chrysler Grand Caravan. This Canada-exclusive model offers affordability, practicality, and impressive standard features for families nationwide. While the pricing of three-row SUVs continues to escalate, Chrysler is stepping up to remind buyers that a well-equipped minivan still delivers the best value in family transportation. With a starting price of $49,895 including destination charges, the Grand Caravan is positioned to be one of the most attainable family vehicles in the...

HEMI Time Capsule: 1969 Plymouth Road Runner Hits BaT One-Of-One Spec Muscle Icon Heads To Auction Pure, unfiltered muscle — that’s exactly what this freshly refurbished 1969 Plymouth Road Runner coupe represents. And now, this rare HEMI® legend has surfaced on BringATrailer.com, where bidding wraps up Friday, December 5th at 2:28 p.m. EDT. With its factory-built 426 HEMI V8, automatic transmission, and a one-of-one documented configuration verified by Galen’s Registry, this is the kind of Mopar unicorn we rarely see offered publicly. https://moparinsiders.com/hemi-time-capsule-1969-plymouth-road-runner-hits-bat/

68K-Mile 2004 Chrysler 300M Special Finds Its Way To Auction The Last and Best of the LH Era, Is Looking For A New Home at No Reserve Under the hood lives a High-Output (H/O) 3.5-liter V6, rated at 255 horsepower and 258 lb-ft of torque, paired with a shorter 3.89 final drive ratio to improve off-the-line response. Power goes to the front wheels through a 4-speed automatic transmission, delivering a surprisingly lively driving experience even by modern standards. https://moparinsiders.com/68k-mile-2004-chrysler-300m-special-finds-its-way-to-auction/

Chrysler Isn’t Dead: Big Changes And New Vehicles Coming In 2026 A Revived Lineup, Fresh Direction, and Straight Talk From Chrysler’s CEO For years, people have speculated that Chrysler was on its last legs. With no all-new models since the 2017 Chrysler Pacifica and a lineup limited to the Voyager, Pacifica, and Pacifica Hybrid, the brand looked like it was fading into the background. But after spending the summer covering event after event and hearing directly from Chrysler CEO Christine Feuell, I can confidently say this: Chrysler is not only alive and well—2026 is shaping up to be one of its biggest years in decades. https://moparinsiders.com/chrysler-isnt-dead-big-changes-and-new-vehicles-coming-in-2026/

10 Mopar Things We’re Thankful For This Thanksgiving A Year Of Momentum And Muscle For The Mopar Community From new leadership to V8 noise and racing returns, 2025 has been a major turning point for Mopar brands across North America. And as Thanksgiving rolls in, it’s the perfect time to look back at the wins, the comebacks, and the announcements that put a little extra horsepower into our holiday season. Here are 10 Mopar things we’re thankful for this year… https://moparinsiders.com/10-mopar-things-were-thankful-for-this-thanksgiving/

2027 Ram Dakota Laramie Debuts In Brazil Premium Trim Makes Its First Public Appearance Ahead Of 2026 Launch Ram is stepping up its game in the South American truck market with the official reveal of the all-new Dakota Laramie at the São Paulo International Auto Show. This marks the first time the premium trim of the midsize pickup has been shown publicly, and it sets the tone for what Ram expects to be one of its biggest launches in Brazil for 2026. Alongside the show display, Ram is also hosting a special “Casa Ram Dakota” experience at Clube Esperia, giving prospective buyers a more hands-on look—complete with test drives. https://moparinsiders.com/2027-ram-dakota-laramie-debuts-in-brazil/

Ram Rampage Spotted Testing In Italy The Same Day As Fieracavalli Announcement Compact Pickup Sighting Hints At Ram’s Deeper European Testing Plans The timing couldn’t be more interesting. On the very same day that Ram Trucks Europe announced it would showcase the Brazilian-built Ram Rampage at Fieracavalli 2025 in Verona, our good friend Walter Vayr (@GabetzSPYUnit) spotted a Laramie-trimmed Rampage being road-tested near Turin, Italy. The coincidence has sparked fresh speculation that Ram could be quietly preparing its compact pickup for potential European validation. https://moparinsiders.com/ram-rampage-spotted-testing-in-italy-the-same-day-as-fieracavalli-announcement/

Ram Named Best Truck Brand For 2026 Seven Straight Wins For The Truck-Only Powerhouse When it comes to pickup trucks in the United States, no segment is more competitive—or more important. With Americans relying on trucks for work, towing, family duties, and everyday life, choosing the right brand is a big decision. According to U.S. News & World Report, that decision is clear for 2026: Ram takes the crown yet again as the Best Truck Brand. https://moparinsiders.com/ram-named-best-truck-brand-for-2026/

Ram Returns To Tow The Magic At The 99th Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade Heavy-Duty Capability Meets Holiday Tradition For the 11th straight year, Ram Trucks will be front and center helping bring one of America’s biggest holiday traditions to life — the 99th Annual Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade®. When the nation tunes in to watch giant balloons float above Manhattan and iconic characters roll down the streets, Ram will once again be the muscle behind the magic. https://moparinsiders.com/ram-returns-to-tow-the-magic-at-the-99th-macys-thanksgiving-day-parade/

FIAT Brings the 500 Back Home With New Hybrid Torino Edition A Hometown Tribute Built In Turin With Hybrid Power FIAT is bringing its most famous city car back to its roots. The Italian brand has revealed the new 500 Hybrid Torino, a special edition that marks the return of the 500 to its hometown of Turin and its historic Mirafiori Assembly Plant. This debut isn’t just about another model—it’s about heritage, identity, and a new chapter for FIAT as it blends tradition with modern hybrid technology. https://moparinsiders.com/fiat-brings-the-500-back-home-with-new-hybrid-torino-edition/

65K-Mile 2001 Jeep® Cherokee Sport Hits BringATrailer Low-Mileage Final-Year XJ Still Looks Stunning 25-Years Later This 2001 Jeep Cherokee Sport 4×4 presents a rare opportunity to own a low-mileage survivor of the final year of the beloved XJ generation — finished in Sienna Pearl Coat over Agate cloth, and now offered on BringATrailer with bidding ending Wednesday, December 3 at 2:16 p.m. EDT. https://moparinsiders.com/65k-mile-2001-jeep-cherokee-sport-hits-bringatrailer/

Stellantis Canada Under Fire For Skipping Parliamentary Hearing MPs Blast Automaker Over Missing Appearance Tied To Brampton Funding Deal Canadian federal lawmakers are furious with Stellantis for failing to show up during a highly anticipated parliamentary committee meeting this week — a session focused on millions of public dollars directed toward the automaker’s Canadian plants. https://moparinsiders.com/stellantis-canada-under-fire-for-skipping-parliamentary-hearing/

FIRST DRIVE: 2026 Dodge Charger SIXPACK Scat Pack Two-Door A Turbocharged Comeback On One Of America's Wildest Roads The turbocharged era is officially back, and Dodge is finally embracing it with all the confidence of a brand that once dominated boosted performance in America. People often forget that Dodge wasn’t always about big, naturally aspirated HEMI® V8s. There was a time when Dodge owned the turbo game — Omni GLHS, Shelby Charger, Daytona IROC R/T, Spirit R/T, Stealth R/T Twin Turbo, Neon SRT-4, and Caliber SRT-4. The list is long, and the legacy is real. https://moparinsiders.com/first-drive-2026-dodge-charger-sixpack-scat-pack-two-door

Ultra-Rare 1970 ’Cuda 440+6 Convertible Heads To Scottsdale One Of Just 17 Four-Speed V-Code Drop-Tops Built When it comes to high-impact Mopar muscle, few cars fire people up quite like a real-deal V-code 1970 Plymouth ’Cuda 440+6 Convertible. And this one — finished in eye-searing Lemon Twist Yellow — is heading to the Barrett-Jackson Scottsdale auction in January with pedigree, documentation, and the kind of rarity that turns collectors into competitors. https://moparinsiders.com/ultra-rare-1970-cuda-4406-convertible-heads-to-scottsdale/

Leapmotor Drops Yet Another New Model As Global Expansion Accelerates Stellantis-Backed Brand Keeps The Pressure On With Rapid-Fire EV Launches Leapmotor isn’t slowing down—not even a little. Stellantis’ joint-venture partner continues to pump out new vehicles at a pace most automakers only dream about, and its latest reveal, the A10 (known globally as the B03X), shows the company is dead set on becoming a serious global player. https://moparinsiders.com/leapmotor-drops-yet-another-new-model-as-global-expansion-accelerates/

Inside The Bay: Dodge Charger Daytona’s High-Voltage Service Procedures High Voltage Power Down, Loss Of Isolation Test, & Power Up Procedure When it comes to real-world EV service knowledge, there aren’t many people as transparent or as trusted as Jordan Rose (@MoparTechJordan). Jordan is a certified Mopar technician at Hall Chrysler, Dodge, Jeep®, and Ram in Virginia Beach, Virginia, and he’s quickly becoming the go-to source for honest, dealership-level explanations of Stellantis’ growing lineup of electrified vehicles — especially the 2024–2026 Dodge Charger Daytona EV. https://moparinsiders.com/inside-the-bay-dodge-charger-daytonas-high-voltage-service-procedures/

Fiat Brazil Debuts Three Mopar-Customized Pickups At São Paulo Motor Show Factory-Backed Style, Performance, and Personalization Take Center Stage \ Fiat Brazil used this year’s São Paulo Motor Show to spotlight something enthusiasts in North America know well—Mopar makes everything better. Three wildly different “buzz trucks” hit the floor, each built to show how factory-approved customization can transform a pickup from basic transportation into a lifestyle tool. The Mopar team, working closely with Fiat’s South American Design Center, showcased exclusive accessories, color treatments, functional upgrades, and off-road hardware straight from the dealership...

2026 Dodge Charger Earns Spot As NACTOY Finalist Modern Muscle Earns Top-Tier Recognition The 2026 Dodge Charger has secured its position as one of the three finalists for the highly respected North American Car of the Year (NACTOY) award, marking a major milestone for Dodge as it embraces a new era of multi-energy performance. With both gas-powered and all-electric variants offered in two- and four-door body styles, the Charger lineup enters the competition with one of the most diverse performance portfolios in the segment. https://moparinsiders.com/2026-dodge-charger-earns-spot-as-nactoy-finalist/