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🔴⚪🔵 Rare 1962 Chrysler 300H Convertible Hits BringATrailer One of Just 123 Built, This Bright Red Firepower V8 Beauty Heads To Auction If you’re a fan of early 1960s American luxury performance, this 1962 Chrysler 300H Convertible currently up for auction on BringATrailer.com deserves your attention. As one of just 123 examples produced that year, this rare open-top 300 Letter Car perfectly captures Chrysler’s blend of brute force and style during the golden age of Detroit engineering. https://moparinsiders.com/rare-1962-chrysler-300h-convertible-hits-bringatrailer/

Maserati Recalls Over 10,000 GranCabrio, GranTurismo, And Grecale Vehicles Headlight Adjustment Issue Prompts FMVSS No. 108 Noncompliance Recall Maserati North America, Inc. (Maserati) has announced a safety recall affecting approximately 10,008 vehicles, including select 2024–2025 Maserati GranCabrio, 2024–2025 Maserati GranTurismo, and 2023–2025 Maserati Grecale models. https://moparinsiders.com/maserati-recalls-over-10000-grancabrio-granturismo-and-grecale-vehicles/

Chase Classic Motors Revives The Forgotten 1981 Chrysler Imperial Eric and Ross Dive Deep Into Chrysler’s Bold But Ill-Fated Luxury Flagship When Chase Classic Motors goes hunting for hidden gems, they never shy away from a challenge—and their latest find might be one of Chrysler’s most misunderstood luxury cars ever: the 1981 Imperial. Purchased by Eric Laesch for just $500, this Light Seaspray Green-colored 50,000-mile high-tech, high-hopes coupe now joins the growing Chase Classic Motors fleet, promising a deep dive into one of Detroit’s strangest comeback stories. https://moparinsiders.com/chase-classic-motors-revives-the-forgotten-1981-chrysler-imperial/

Direct Connection Revives Two Iconic HEMI® Crate Engines Two Legendary Crate Engines Return Stronger Than Ever Direct Connection is reigniting the spirit of American performance at the 2025 Specialty Equipment Market Association (SEMA) Show in Las Vegas. The performance arm of Dodge and Mopar has officially relaunched two of its most revered crate engines—the HELLEPHANT A30 426 Supercharged Crate HEMI® and the 354 Supercharged Drag Pak HEMI® V8. https://moparinsiders.com/direct-connection-revives-two-iconic-hemi-crate-engines/

Cummins 4BT-Powered 1946 Dodge Power Wagon Crew Cab Hits BaT Precision Power Wagons Transforms a Classic into a Modern Diesel Legend A remarkable piece of American truck history—reborn for modern times—is now up for grabs. This 1946 Dodge Power Wagon WDX has been meticulously reimagined by Precision Power Wagons of Girard, Pennsylvania, who completed a full frame-off restoration and restomod in 2024. The result is a crew-cab powerhouse blending vintage styling with modern mechanicals, luxury craftsmanship, and rugged diesel torque. https://moparinsiders.com/cummins-4bt-powered-1946-dodge-power-wagon-crew-cab-hits-bat/

Ram ProMaster Recalled For Cooling Fan Fire Risk Nearly 292,000 Vans Affected For Overheating Electrical Circuit Issue Stellantis (FCA US, LLC) is recalling approximately 291,664 units of its 2018 to 2026 Ram ProMaster (VF) vehicles due to a potential overheating electrical circuit within the radiator fan system, which could increase the risk of fire. https://moparinsiders.com/ram-promaster-recalled-for-cooling-fan-fire-risk/

All-New Jeep® Compass (J4U) Begins Production In Italy European Version Started Production On Monday... Jeep® has officially kicked off production of the all-new 2026 Compass (J4U) at Stellantis’ Melfi Assembly Plant in Italy. This marks the beginning of a new era for Jeep’s compact SUV lineup, combining legendary off-road capability with advanced electrified powertrains, modern design, and an expanded global footprint. https://moparinsiders.com/all-new-jeep-compass-j4u-begins-production-in-italy/

Ram To Unleash Two New SRT Trucks In The Next 90 Days TRX Revival Leads Ram’s New Era Of Off-Road Performance If you thought Ram was done building wild performance trucks, think again. During Stellantis’ Q3 2025 Revenues and Shipments call, CEO Antonio Filosa dropped a bombshell—Ram will launch not one, but two new SRT-badged products within the next 90 days. That’s right, the brand that brought us the HELLCAT-powered TRX isn’t finished making headlines. https://moparinsiders.com/ram-to-unleash-two-new-srt-trucks-in-the-next-90-days/

Ultra-Low-Mileage 1985 Dodge Charger Surfaces On BringATrailer Just Over 5,000 Miles On This Time-Capsule L-Body Hatchback If you’re a fan of 1980s Mopar iron, here’s a rare treat—an exceptionally preserved 1985 Dodge Charger showing just over 5,000 miles, now listed for auction on BringATrailer.com. This silver L-body hatchback has remained with a single owner for nearly four decades before being acquired by the selling dealer in 2025. Bidding for this ultra-clean survivor ends Monday, November 3, at 1:55 p.m. https://moparinsiders.com/ultra-low-mileage-1985-dodge-charger-surfaces-on-bringatrailer/

Stellantis Posts First Top-Line Growth In Seven Quarters With 13% Q3 Surge Moves Forward After Warning Of One-Off Costs Stellantis on Thursday, reported a 13% year-over-year increase in Q3 net revenues, delivering its first top-line growth in seven quarters. The multinational automaker, which owns Chrysler, Dodge, Fiat, Jeep®, Peugeot, and Ram, said revenue for the July-to-September 2025 period reached €37.2 billion (or about $43.2 billion)—ahead of analyst expectations of €36.58 billion—driven largely by gains in North America and Europe. https://moparinsiders.com/stellantis-posts-first-top-line-growth-in-seven-quarters-with-13-q3-surge/

Mopar Unleashes the Dodge Charger SIXPACK Concept A Bold Fusion of Heritage, Performance, and Modern Muscle When it comes to blending factory-backed muscle with aftermarket attitude, no one does it quite like Mopar. At this year’s 2025 Specialty Equipment Market Association (SEMA) Show, Mopar is showing off its latest creation — the Moparized 2026 Dodge Charger SIXPACK Concept — a performance-driven showpiece that takes the already menacing Charger to an entirely new level of power and style. https://moparinsiders.com/mopar-unleashes-the-dodge-charger-sixpack-concept/

Stellantis Partners With NVIDIA, Uber, And Foxconn On Robotaxis Global Alliance Targets Scalable Level 4 Autonomous Ride-Hailing Fleet Stellantis is stepping deeper into the future of autonomous mobility with a new global collaboration alongside NVIDIA, Uber, and Foxconn. The partnership, announced on Tuesday, will focus on developing and deploying a new generation of Level 4 (driverless) robotaxis — vehicles capable of full self-driving operation without human input — across major cities worldwide. https://moparinsiders.com/stellantis-partners-with-nvidia-uber-and-foxconn-on-robotaxis/

Mopar Revives ‘The Dude’ With Retro-Inspired Ram 1500 Concept A Modern Sport Truck Throwback That Channels 1970s Attitude Mopar is bringing vintage swagger back to Las Vegas for the 2025 Specialty Equipment Market Association (SEMA) Show with one of its boldest builds yet — The Dude Ram 1500 Concept. Reviving a nameplate that once captured the essence of the early-’70s sport truck craze, this modern reinterpretation blends nostalgia with modern performance in unmistakable Mopar fashion. https://moparinsiders.com/mopar-revives-the-dude-with-retro-inspired-ram-1500-concept/

Filosa Confirms Ram’s Upcoming Full-Size SUV For Warren Truck New Ram SUV To Share Architecture With Grand Wagoneer, Offer ICE And REEV Options Stellantis CEO Antonio Filosa has officially confirmed what we first reported earlier this month — Ram will be getting its own full-size body-on-frame (BoF) SUV built right here in the U.S. The announcement came during Stellantis’ Q3 2025 shipments and revenue investment call this morning, cementing Ram’s next major product expansion as part of the company’s $13 billion investment in its American manufacturing footprint. https://moparinsiders.com/filosa-confirms-rams-upcoming-full-size-suv-for-warren-truck/

Everything You Need To Know About The 2026 Alfa Romeo Tonale Tonale Sprint Starts At $36,495 (Before Destination) For 2026 The 2026 Alfa Romeo Tonale arrives as a much-needed refresh for the Italian brand’s smallest SUV in the U.S.—one that finally aligns with what enthusiasts expect from the Alfa nameplate. After a slower-than-expected sales start in the U.S. and Canada, Alfa Romeo is using this mid-cycle update to sharpen the Tonale’s styling, simplify its lineup, and, most importantly, make it feel more like an Alfa should. https://moparinsiders.com/everything-you-need-to-know-about-the-2026-alfa-romeo-tonale/

TSR Nitro Teams Ready To Rock At Dodge NHRA Nevada Nationals Tony Stewart and Matt Hagan In The Thick Of The Countdown Tony Stewart Racing (TSR) is gearing up for a high-stakes weekend at The Strip at Las Vegas Motor Speedway as the NHRA Mission Foods Drag Racing Series heads into the fifth race of the Countdown to the Championship — the 25th Annual Dodge NHRA Nevada Nationals powered by Direct Connection. The event, running from October 30 through November 2, marks the second to last stop of the 2025 NHRA season, and both Tony Stewart and Matt Hagan are firmly in the hunt for championship hardware. https://moparinsiders.com/tsr-nitro-teams-ready-to-rock-at-dodge-nhra-nevada-nationals/

Mopar To Unveil Festive “Ugly Sweater” Trail Armor For Jeep® Wrangler Holiday-Themed Armor From MEK Magnet Brings Seasonal Fun To Off-Road Protection With the holidays fast approaching, Mopar is gearing up to spread some cheer at the upcoming 2025 Specialty Equipment Market Association (SEMA) Show with an all-new and exclusive “Ugly Sweater” trail armor setup from MEK Magnet. Designed specifically for the Jeep® Wrangler (JL) Unlimited four-door models, this limited-edition armor blends holiday spirit with rugged off-road functionality in a way only Jeep and Mopar could pull off. https://moparinsiders.com/mopar-to-unveil-festive-ugly-sweater-trail-armor-for-jeep-wrangler/

Jeep® Unveils Refreshed 2026 Grand Cherokee Lineup New Hurricane4 Engine, Updated Design, and Enhanced Tech Lead the Way For 2026, the Jeep® Grand Cherokee lineup (WL) has been given a fresh dose of refinement and innovation. Launched in 2021, the fifth-generation model has proven to be one of the brand’s most versatile and capable SUVs to date. Now, halfway through its life cycle, Jeep has pulled the covers off an updated Grand Cherokee that adds a new powertrain option, new interior tech, and design updates to help it stay ahead of the competition in the midsize SUV segment. https://moparinsiders.com/jeep-unveils-refreshed-2026-grand-cherokee-lineup/

Chrysler Joins Forces With PEANUTS For New Pacifica Campaign Snoopy and the Gang Help Showcase Chrysler’s Family-First Minivan Chrysler is taking a nostalgic turn this fall, partnering with the legendary PEANUTS franchise in a new multi-installment marketing campaign for the Pacifica. The collaboration brings Snoopy, Charlie Brown, Lucy, Woodstock, and the rest of the iconic comic strip crew into Chrysler’s world, reminding families why the Pacifica remains America’s best-selling minivan. https://moparinsiders.com/chrysler-joins-forces-with-peanuts-for-new-pacifica-campaign/

New Details Emerge On Ram’s Upcoming Midsize Pickup Truck Will Feature Unique Chassis Design Ram is officially gearing up to re-enter the midsize pickup market, and fresh details are shedding light on what’s to come. Following Stellantis’ recent $13 billion investment in its U.S. manufacturing operations, we’ve learned that the long-awaited Ram midsize truck will roll off the line at the Toledo Assembly Complex in Ohio. The same facility currently produces the Jeep® Wrangler and Gladiator. https://moparinsiders.com/new-details-emerge-on-rams-upcoming-midsize-pickup/