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Ram Drives Stellantis Mexico to Record June Ram 700, Peugeot Rifter, and Jeep Compass Lead Strong Mid-Year Sales Surge Stellantis Mexico had a strong showing in June 2025, selling a total of 6,687 vehicles across its portfolio of brands. Ram led the charge with 3,154 units, achieving its best June sales ever and marking its sixth straight month of year-over-year growth. According to Antonio Camalich, Director of Sales for Stellantis Mexico, “June was an important month for Ram, which marked its sixth consecutive month of growth over last year. Customer preference continues to drive positive results for the Ram 1200 and Ram 700, which together surpassed 2,500 units. On the other hand, the Peugeot Rifter continues to perform solidly...

17k-Mile 1990 Dodge Li’l Red Express Dakota Heads to Auction No Reserve Retro Classic Pickup with Custom '90s Flair Ends July 9 on BaT If you’re a fan of throwback pickups with serious personality, there’s a rare gem now live on BringATrailer.com that deserves your attention. Up for grabs with no reserve is a 1990 Dodge Dakota Li’l Red Express conversion, showing just 17,000 original miles and sporting all the bold styling cues that made this limited run so memorable. https://moparinsiders.com/17k-mile-1990-dodge-lil-red-express-dakota-heads-to-auction/

NHTSA Reopens Probe into Dodge Dart Over Gear Shifter Cable Failures Post-Recall Shifter Bushing Issues Prompt Federal Investigation If you own a 2013 to 2016 Dodge Dart with a 6-speed automatic transmission, this one’s for you. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has officially reopened an investigation into a known issue with the Dart’s shifter cable bushings—specifically those that were supposed to be fixed under a 2019 safety recall. https://moparinsiders.com/nhtsa-reopens-probe-into-dodge-dart-over-gear-shifter-cable-failures/

Boxier New Jeep® Compass (J4U) Is The Most Aerodynamic Jeep Ever 10% More Aerodynamic Than The Outgoing Model, Despite Its More Traditional Styling The all-new Jeep® Compass (J4U) is here (well, at least in Europe)—and it’s doing something no Jeep has done before: chasing down air resistance like a performance car, not just an off-roader. But don’t worry—this isn’t some wind-tunnel blob in disguise. It’s still got that strong, boxy, unmistakably Jeep look. Only now, it’s the most aerodynamic Jeep ever made. https://moparinsiders.com/boxier-new-jeep-compass-j4u-is-the-most-aerodynamic-jeep-ever/

GTX Tribute: 440-Powered 1968 Plymouth Sport Satellite Hits BaT Big-Block Mopar Muscle Meets Vintage Cruiser Vibes in this GTX-Style Hardtop Looking for a classic Mopar with big-block attitude and vintage flair? Up for grabs right now on BringATrailer.com is a beautifully restored and upgraded 1968 Plymouth Sport Satellite Hardtop, done up as a tribute to the legendary GTX. https://moparinsiders.com/gtx-tribute-440-powered-1968-plymouth-sport-satellite-hits-bat/

Stellantis Canada Has A Dismal Q2 2025 Sales Period Sales Down 14% In First Half, Down 10% During The Quarter FCA Canada has released its second-quarter 2025 sales numbers, showing a 10% decline in vehicle deliveries compared to the same period last year, with 32,554 units sold. Year-to-date (H1 2025) sales are also down 14%, totaling 58,908 units. While the overall results show a downturn, several Stellantis brands, notably Chrysler and Fiat, achieved clear wins. https://moparinsiders.com/stellantis-canada-has-a-dismal-q2-2025-sales-period/

FIAT Unveils New 500 Hybrid on Iconic Anniversary at Mirafiori A Modern Twist on Italy’s Most Beloved City Car Returns Home with Hybrid Power In a move that bridges the past and the future, FIAT has officially revealed the all-new 500 Ibrida (Hybrid) at its historic Mirafiori plant in Turin, Italy. The event marked both a return to roots and a new chapter for one of Italy’s most iconic vehicles, on the very day the original 500 was launched back in 1957. https://moparinsiders.com/fiat-unveils-new-500-hybrid-on-iconic-anniversary-at-mirafiori/

Dodge Outlaw Name Confirmed Through USPTO Trademarks Two Filings Hint at High-Output (H/O) Future for Charger SIXPACK A couple of months back, we shared news that Dodge dealers were able to start pre-ordering 2026 Charger models through the Stellantis Dealer Connect system. What really stood out were two new trims listed for the Charger (LB) lineup: GT and Outlaw. At the time, our sources confirmed these trims were tied to the new twin-turbo HURRICANE-powered SIXPACK models—GT for the standard-output version and Outlaw for the high-output beast. https://moparinsiders.com/dodge-outlaw-name-confirmed-through-uspto-trademarks/

Stellantis Recalls Nearly 1 Million Diesel Vehicles Over Engine Timing Issue 1.5L BlueHDi Diesel Engine May Suffer Premature Camshaft Chain Wear Stellantis is recalling hundreds of thousands of diesel-powered cars in Europe built between October 2017 and January 2023 due to a potential issue with the camshaft chain that could lead to serious engine damage. https://moparinsiders.com/stellantis-recalls-nearly-1-million-diesel-vehicles-over-engine-timing-issue/

Stellantis Partner Factorial Unleashes AI to Speed Up Solid-State Batteries Gammatron™ Platform Cuts Battery Testing From Months to Weeks Big news in the EV world: Factorial Energy, the U.S.-based battery technology company collaborating with Stellantis, has unveiled a game-changing new tool called Gammatron™, an AI-powered platform designed to reduce battery development time and accelerate next-generation EV innovation significantly. https://moparinsiders.com/stellantis-partner-factorial-unleashes-ai-to-speed-up-solid-state-batteries/

How To Reset The Aero Deflectors On Your 2024+ Dodge Charger Daytona MoparTechJordan Walks Us Through A Quick Fix For This Cool EV Feature If you’ve got a 2024 or 2025 Dodge Charger Daytona and noticed something a little off near the front wheels — maybe a small flap hanging down or sticking out — you’re not alone. Those are the new active aerodynamic air deflectors, and they’re designed to move. https://moparinsiders.com/how-to-reset-the-aero-deflectors-on-your-2024-dodge-charger-daytona/

RECALL: 2023 Jeep® Grand Cherokee for HVAC Defect Blower Motor Failure May Impact Windshield Defrosting Stellantis (FCA US, LLC) has issued a recall for certain 2023 Jeep® Grand Cherokee (WL74) and Jeep Grand Cherokee L (WL75) vehicles due to a potential defect in the heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) blower motor. The affected vehicles may experience a failure of the blower motor, rendering the windshield defrosting and defogging system inoperative. This condition results in noncompliance with Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) No. 103, “Windshield Defrosting and Defogging Systems.” https://moparinsiders.com/recall-2023-jeep-grand-cherokee-for-hvac-defect/

Ram Isn’t Saying NO To A 5.7-liter HEMI® RHO A Simpler, V8-Powered Desert Runner Might Still Happen Could a V8-powered Ram 1500 RHO still happen? Maybe. Even though the twin-turbocharged 3.0-liter HURRICANE I6 High-Output (H/O) makes way more power and torque, Ram CEO Tim Kuniskis recently admitted that the idea of a 5.7-liter HEMI®-powered RHO isn’t totally off the table. https://moparinsiders.com/ram-isnt-saying-no-to-a-5-7-liter-hemi-rho/

Stellantis Warns EU Fines Could Force Factory Closures Automaker Faces Up To €2.5 Billion In Penalties For Missing CO₂ Targets Stellantis might be forced to shut down some of its factories across Europe if strict emissions rules and heavy carbon fines from the European Union (EU) aren’t adjusted soon. That was the message from Jean-Philippe Imparato, Stellantis’ Chief Operating Officer for Enlarged Europe, during a recent conference in Rome, according to Reuters. https://moparinsiders.com/stellantis-warns-eu-fines-could-force-factory-closures/

Ram Adds Warlock and Black Express to 2026 2500 Lineup in Canada Affordable Heavy Duty Sport Trucks Head North We recently took a closer look at the all-new 2026 Ram 2500 Warlock and Black Express models debuting in the U.S., but now we’ve got the full scoop on what Canadians can expect from these bold new entries. Ram is kicking off its 2026 Heavy Duty lineup in Canada with two fresh takes on the Tradesman Crew Cab 4×4—adding a custom look and useful content without breaking the bank. https://moparinsiders.com/ram-adds-warlock-and-black-express-to-2026-2500-lineup-in-canada/

Ram Expands Sport Truck Lineup With 2026 2500 Black Express and Warlock Models Ram Expands Their 2026 Heavy Duty Lineup With Two New Budget-Friendly Buzz Models Ram is doubling down on its commitment to sport truck culture, this time bringing the heat to the heavy-duty segment. For the 2026 model year, two bold new variants will be available: the Ram 2500 Black Express and Ram 2500 Warlock. These new packages join the lineup offering factory-customized looks and serious value for buyers who want muscle and presence in a ¾-ton package. https://moparinsiders.com/ram-expands-sport-truck-lineup-with-2026-2500-black-express-and-warlock-models/

Vin Diesel Confirms Fast X: Part Two Release Date Final Fast & Furious Movie Hits Theaters April 2027 It’s official—Fast X: Part Two, the final chapter in the Fast & Furious franchise, is coming to theaters in April 2027. The announcement came straight from Vin Diesel himself during a special appearance at FuelFest, the car and culture event co-founded by Cody Walker, brother of the late Paul Walker. https://moparinsiders.com/vin-diesel-confirms-fast-x-part-two-release-date/

China Pledges Rare Mineral Support for Stellantis in Serbia Beijing To Fast-Track Critical Exports After Serbia Steps In In a recent development in the global EV supply chain drama, Serbia has announced that it has secured China’s support to expedite critical mineral exports, providing a much-needed lifeline to Stellantis and its electric vehicle (EV) production in the region. According to a Bloomberg report, Serbian President Aleksandar Vučić announced over the weekend that Chinese President Xi Jinping had personally pledged to expedite the export approval process, following a request made on behalf of Stellantis. https://moparinsiders.com/china-pledges-rare-mineral-support-for-stellantis-in-serbia/

Boris Said’s 2018 Weaver Challenger Trans Am Racer Hits BaT Winning Trans Am Challenger Race Car Hits the Auction Block Here’s your shot at owning a serious piece of American motorsports history. Up for grabs on BringATrailer.com is a purpose-built 2018 Trans Am series race car, designed and constructed by Weaver Racing Concepts out of Mooresville, North Carolina. Featuring Dodge Challenger-style bodywork and driven by none other than Boris Said, this machine is a legit track weapon with a real racing pedigree. https://moparinsiders.com/boris-saids-2018-weaver-challenger-trans-am-racer-hits-bat/

Jeep® Wagoneer COV Expands Into VIP Protection for 2026 Law Enforcement-Ready Wagoneer Now Preps for VIP Transport Duty The 2025 Jeep® Wagoneer Command Operations Vehicle (COV) has already made a name for itself within the law enforcement community, and now, Stellantis is expanding its reach. While the COV has been available to federal, state, and local law enforcement since early 2025, it will now become available for VIP protection and secure transport applications starting in 2026. https://moparinsiders.com/jeep-wagoneer-cov-expands-into-vip-protection-for-2026/