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Stellantis Ends Nickel-Cobalt Deal with Alliance Nickel Automaker Terminates Australian Supply Contract Amid Market and Milestone Pressures Stellantis announced Friday that it will end its supply deal with Australia’s Alliance Nickel Ltd. for battery-grade nickel and cobalt from the company’s NiWest project in Western Australia, effective December 3. The decision comes after delays and poor market conditions stalled progress on the mine’s development. https://moparinsiders.com/stellantis-ends-nickel-cobalt-deal-with-alliance-nickel/

Jeep® Japan Launches Limited 2026 Wrangler Rubicon Two-Door Compact Off-Roader Celebrates Jeep’s Heritage With Special Military Green Finish Jeep® Japan is introducing a new limited-run model for 2026 — the Wrangler Rubicon (JL) two-door ‘41 Edition.’ Only 150 units will be offered exclusively in the Japanese market, each priced at ¥8,540,000 (approximately $55,000). The model pays tribute to Jeep’s deep military roots, blending off-road capability with a compact, nostalgic design. https://moparinsiders.com/jeep-japan-launches-limited-2026-wrangler-rubicon-two-door/

1-Of-1 EXOMOD “Silver Bullet” C69 Carbon Charger Hits BaT A Carbon-Fiber 1969 Charger Rebody With HELLCAT Power Looks For A New Home A truly unique piece of modern Mopar craftsmanship is now up for grabs. Known as the “Silver Bullet,” this 2022 Dodge Challenger SRT HELLCAT was transformed when new by EXOMOD Concepts of Greenville, Pennsylvania, into a one-of-one C69 Carbon Charger—a full carbon-fiber reinterpretation of the legendary 1969 Dodge Charger. Now, the bespoke build has surfaced for sale on BringATrailer.com, with bidding scheduled to end Thursday, November 13th, at 2:46 p.m. EDT. https://moparinsiders.com/1-of-1-exomod-silver-bullet-c69-carbon-charger-hits-bat/

2026 Dodge Durango Roars Into Canada With Revised Lineup From Pentastar V6 to Supercharged HELLCAT V8, Canadians Will Get A Touch Of Everything The 2026 Dodge Durango is roaring back into Canada with a refreshed lineup that blends raw muscle, everyday versatility, and even more personalization than before. Designed for performance-loving families, the three-row SUV continues to deliver best-in-class towing and the unmistakable attitude that defines Dodge. https://moparinsiders.com/2026-dodge-durango-roars-into-canada-with-revised-lineup/

Yeah, This Charger Is Packing A HEMI® Under The Hood Meet The 2026 Dodge Charger Hustle Stuff Drag Pak... Dodge is about to break the internet with this one. The Brotherhood of Muscle just pulled the wraps off one of the wildest factory-built race cars we’ve ever seen — the 2026 Dodge Charger Hustle Stuff Drag Pak. This isn’t your average Charger, not by a long shot. This is a purpose-built, track-only drag car packing a supercharged 5.8-liter (354 cubic-inch) HEMI® V8 under the hood, built to dominate the NHRA Factory Stock Showdown series. And with only 50 serialized units planned, it’s bound to be one of the rarest, most coveted Dodge muscle machines ever produced...

Rare 1993 Dodge Ramcharger Canyon Sport 4×4 Hits BringATrailer Low-Mile Lifted SUV Showcases Dodge’s Rugged Early-’90s Styling and V8 Muscle A seldom-seen piece of Dodge truck history has surfaced on BringATrailer.com — a 1993 Dodge Ramcharger Canyon Sport 4×4, one of roughly 200 examples built for that model year. This rare trim was a short-lived special edition that combined two-tone paint, sporty graphics, and full-time 4WD capability with Dodge’s tried-and-true 5.9-liter MAGNUM V8. https://moparinsiders.com/rare-1993-dodge-ramcharger-canyon-sport-4x4-hits-bringatrailer/

Stellantis Eyes $10 Billion Investment Push in U.S. Automaker Reportedly Plans Major Reinvestment in American Plants, Jobs, and New Models Stellantis is reportedly preparing a massive $10 billion investment plan, with a focus squarely on the United States — its most profitable and strategically vital market. According to multiple reports, the automaker may soon announce about $5 billion in new investments, adding to a similar amount earmarked earlier in the year. The plan would target key manufacturing states, such as Michigan and Illinois, signaling a renewed commitment to domestic production, job creation, and product expansion after years of focusing on lower-cost markets...

Jeep® Recalls 320,065 4xe PHEVs Over Battery Fire Risk Owners Urged to Park Outdoors and Suspend Charging Until Fix Arrives Stellantis (FCA US, LLC) has announced a major safety recall affecting an estimated 320,065 Jeep® plug-in hybrid (PHEV) SUVs across the United States due to a potential battery fire risk. The recall covers 2020–2025 Jeep Wrangler 4xe and 2022–2026 Jeep Grand Cherokee 4xe models, both powered by a high-voltage lithium-ion battery pack that may fail internally and ignite while parked or driving. https://moparinsiders.com/jeep-recalls-320065-4xe-phevs-over-battery-fire-risk/

Radford And Forgeline Unveil Exclusive Demon 170 Package At SEMA Carbon+Forged Performance Meets The World’s Most Powerful Muscle Car Radford Racing School is turning heads at the 2025 SEMA Show in Las Vegas with the reveal of its new partnership with Forgeline Motorsports—introducing an exclusive Carbon+Forged wheeland Mickey Thompson tire package designed specifically for the Dodge Challenger SRT Demon 170. Displayed right now at booth #80120 in the Racing and Performance Silver Lot, the collaboration brings together two industry leaders in performance and precision engineering. https://moparinsiders.com/radford-and-forgeline-unveil-exclusive-demon-170-package-at-sema/

Fiat 500e Recalled For Headlight Adjustment Noncompliance Over 2,000 Units Affected For Improper Headlamp Aim Under FMVSS No. 108 Stellantis (FCA US, LLC) is recalling approximately 2,195 units of its 2024 to 2025 Fiat 500e battery-electric vehicles (BEVs) due to a potential noncompliance with Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) No. 108, “Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment.” https://moparinsiders.com/fiat-500e-recalled-for-headlight-adjustment-noncompliance/

Tim Kuniskis Teases Massive Ram Reveal on SEMA Live Ram CEO Says He’s “Playing on House Money” and “Bringing It All Back” as He Promises a Return to Passion and Performance When Tim Kuniskis showed up on the SEMA Live stage presented by AutoZone alongside Chris Jacobs — best known for Overhaulin’ and Long Lost Family — the Ram CEO wasn’t there to blend in with the crowd. He was there to make a statement. https://moparinsiders.com/tim-kuniskis-teases-massive-ram-reveal-on-sema-live/

Alfa Romeo and Maserati Unite for a New Era of Italian Excellence A New Creative Hub Blending Heritage, Performance, and Bespoke Craftsmanship In a bold move that redefines the essence of Italian automotive artistry, Alfa Romeo and Maserati have joined forces under a new project called BOTTEGAFUORISERIE — a name that translates roughly to “Custom Workshop.” Announced in Modena, the initiative unites two of Italy’s most legendary marques to celebrate craftsmanship, design, and performance across Italy’s expanded Motor Valley, stretching from Modena to Turin and Arese in the Milan province. https://moparinsiders.com/alfa-romeo-and-maserati-unite-for-a-new-era-of-italian-excellence/

2026 Dodge Durango Build & Price Configurator Finally Goes Live Dodge Updates Its Website With The New HEMI-Powered Lineup For those of us who’ve followed Dodge for years, it’s no secret that the brand tends to move at its own pace when it comes to updating its website. Whether it’s adding new vehicle pages, specifications, or the ever-popular Build & Price configurator, Dodge has historically been slow to roll things out online. But this week, fans of the three-row muscle SUV finally got some good news — the 2026 Dodge Durango Build & Price configurator is now live on Dodge.com. https://moparinsiders.com/2026-dodge-durango-build-price-configurator-finally-goes-live/

Stellantis Unleashes 324 Horsepower Hurricane4 Turbo I4 All-New Engine Using Turbulent Jet Ignition Tech, Makes Debut On Grand Cherokee Stellantis is once again shaking up the internal combustion game with the official reveal of its all-new turbocharged 2.0-liter Hurricane4 I4 engine. This compact powerhouse blends cutting-edge engineering, race-proven technology, and exceptional fuel efficiency. https://moparinsiders.com/stellantis-unleashes-324-horsepower-hurricane4-turbo-i4/

🔴⚪🔵 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/