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Stellantis Idles Warren Truck Plant For Three Weeks After Supplier Fire Aluminum Shortage Halts Grand Wagoneer Production Through Early November Stellantis has temporarily halted operations at its Warren Truck Assembly Plant (WTAP) in Michigan following a devastating fire at one of its key aluminum suppliers. The shutdown, expected to last for at least three weeks, has forced the automaker to pause production of itsfull-size Grand Wagoneer SUVs. https://moparinsiders.com/stellantis-idles-warren-truck-plant-for-three-weeks-after-supplier-fire/

Ram Teases It’s Upcoming Dakota Midsize For South America Production-Ready Dakota Revealed Ahead Of 2026 Brazilian Launch Ram is officially reviving one of its most beloved nameplates — the Dakota. Following the Nightfall Concept reveal in August, Ram has now shown the first official video of the production-ready truck for the South American market, giving us a clear look at what’s to come. Built at Stellantis’ Córdoba Assembly Plant in Argentina, the all-new Dakota will slot below the Rampage, offering mid-size truck buyers a blend of capability, comfort, and style that Ram trucks are known for. The design remains faithful to the concept, featuring a bold front fascia, muscular wheel arches, and a strong Ram DNA evident from every...

Stellantis Commits $13 Billion To Boost U.S. Production and Jobs Huge Investment Aims To Reshape American Auto Manufacturing Stellantis is going all-in on America. The automaker announced plans to invest $13 billion over the next four years to expand its U.S. manufacturing footprint, introduce five all-new vehicles, refresh 19 existing products, and add more than 5,000 jobs across plants in Illinois, Ohio, Michigan, and Indiana. The company says this marks the largest single investment in its 100-year U.S. history. https://moparinsiders.com/stellantis-commits-13-billion-to-boost-u-s-production-and-jobs/

2026 Alfa Romeo Tonale Ditches PHEV, Gains Sharper Style Refreshed Compact UV Focuses On Design, Performance, and Premium Refinement The Alfa Romeo Tonale is undergoing a significant refresh for the 2026 model year, one that brings sharper styling, a more premium interior, and a renewed focus on performance. While the brand’s smallest SUV hasn’t made as big a splash in the U.S. and Canada as Alfa hoped, this mid-cycle action (MCA) gives the Tonale a stronger identity and a more refined, driver-focused edge. For 2026, Alfa Romeo has made a significant strategic change: the discontinuation of the 1.3-liter plug-in hybrid (PHEV) powertrain. https://moparinsiders.com/2026-alfa-romeo-tonale-ditches-phev-gains-sharper-style/

Terry Crews Headlines Ram’s New “Epic Launch” Campaign Crews Turns Up The Volume As Ram Kicks Off Its College Football “Epic Launch” Campaign Ram Trucks is kicking off the college football season in true high-energy fashion—by recruiting actor, musician, and all-around powerhouse Terry Crews as the face and singing voice of its latest national campaign, “Epic Launch.” Known for his larger-than-life personality and breakout roles in “White Chicks,” “Brooklyn Nine-Nine,” and “Idiocracy,” Crews brings a perfect mix of humor, muscle, and heart to Ram’s football-inspired marketing push. https://moparinsiders.com/terry-crews-headlines-rams-new-epic-launch-campaign/

Mopar Teases Purple Dodge Charger SIXPACK For SEMA Mopar Gets Ready To Show Off Custom SIXPACK Coupe Next Month As November approaches, the excitement for the annual Specialty Equipment Market Association (SEMA) Show is starting to build — and Mopar is fanning the flames. Earlier today, the brand dropped its first teaser for what’s shaping up to be one of the most talked-about reveals at this year’s event: a “Moparized” Dodge Charger Scat Pack SIXPACK finished in a striking new Purple color. https://moparinsiders.com/mopar-teases-purple-dodge-charger-sixpack-for-sema/

REPORT: Dodge Charger Daytona SRT Banshee Is DEAD! Supplier Sources Tell Us, Dodge's Upcoming Performance SRT Electric Car Is Axed Stellantis has been moving fast, and this time, it’s not toward full electrification. In a series of surprising moves over the past six months, Stellantis has reversed course on what once seemed like an inevitable march toward an all-electric future. The 5.7-liter HEMI® V8 has made a thunderous return to the 2026 Ram 1500 lineup, the Dodge Durango will be offered exclusively with HEMI power in the U.S. for 2026, and Jeep® not only confirmed the continuation of the 6.4-liter HEMI V8-powered Wrangler Rubicon 392 but also teased that a Gladiator variant is in development. It’s a stark contrast to the...

Stellantis’ $100 Million Warren Truck Investment Confirms All-New SUV CEO Antonio Filosa Reportedly Showed Internal Material Hinting At A Ram SUV Just one day after Stellantis announced its record-breaking $13 billion U.S. investment plan, more details are emerging about what’s coming to Michigan’s Warren Truck Assembly Plant—and it’s big news for Ram fans. According to sources close to MoparInsiders, Stellantis CEO Antonio Filosa showed internal presentation material during a Town Hall meeting earlier today that included what appeared to be a Ram-branded full-size SUV. This revelation follows Stellantis’ confirmation that Warren Truck will receive a $100 million investment to produce an all-new range-extended EV (REEV) and internal...

Unifor Sounds Alarm As Stellantis Steps Up U.S. Investments Union Warns Canadian Auto Jobs Are At Risk After $13 Billion U.S. Expansion Just one day after Stellantis announced its record-breaking $13 billion U.S. investment plan, more details are emerging about what’s coming to Michigan’s Warren Truck Assembly Plant—and it’s big news for Ram fans. https://moparinsiders.com/unifor-sounds-alarm-as-stellantis-steps-up-u-s-investments/

Jeep® Drops More Details on the Upcoming Grand Wagoneer REEV America’s First Range-Extended Electric SUV Aims to Redefine Family Luxury and Capability Jeep® is preparing to enter uncharted territory with the 2026 Grand Wagoneer REEV, the brand’s first range-extended electric vehicle. Following a recent deep dive with Jeep’s design and engineering teams, more details have surfaced about what could become one of the most innovative large SUVs on the market. The REEV—short for Range-Extended Electric Vehicle—promises luxury, performance, and freedom from range anxiety in a way that blends Jeep’s off-road heritage with next-generation technology. https://moparinsiders.com/jeep-drops-more-details-on-the-upcoming-grand-wagoneer-reev/

Chase Classic Motors Gives Their 1977 Plymouth Fury Pursuit A Shakedown The Last Surviving 440-Powered Michigan State Police Cruiser When it comes to pure old-school Mopar muscle, few cars carry the same presence as a 1977 Plymouth Fury Pursuit. And in the latest episode of Mad Max: Bad Gas (Season 3, Episode 6), the crew from Chase Classic Motors — Ross Urtel and Eric Laesch — takes Michigan’s last surviving 440-powered state trooper car out for a full shakedown around the Motor City. https://moparinsiders.com/chase-classic-motors-gives-their-1977-plymouth-fury-pursuit-a-shakedown/

Grand Wagoneer, Grown Up: 2026 Brings Clearer Trims, Cleaner Design Shorter, Smarter Lineup. Stronger Standard Power Jeep® is giving its flagship a focused reset for 2026, and it shows. The new 2026 Grand Wagoneer (WS) streamlines the lineup under one unified Jeep nameplate, ditches the chrome, sharpens the styling, and—importantly—makes the twin-turbocharged 3.0-liter HURRICANE I6 Standard-Output (S/O) the default gas powerplant across the board. Pricing now starts under $65,000 before destination, which is a big statement in the full-size SUV game. https://moparinsiders.com/grand-wagoneer-grown-up-2026-brings-clearer-trims-cleaner-design/

38th Annual Mopars with Big Daddy Returns This November A Weekend of Mopar Pride, Charity, and Memories with Don “Big Daddy” Garlits Every fall, the rumble of Mopar power fills the air in Ocala, Florida, as enthusiasts gather for one of the most iconic car events in the country — Mopars with Big Daddy. The 38th Annual Mopars with Big Daddy will take place November 1st and 2nd, 2025, at the legendary Don Garlits Museum of Drag Racing, bringing together fans of Chrysler, Dodge, Jeep®, Ram, and Plymouth for two days of horsepower, history, and heart. https://moparinsiders.com/38th-annual-mopars-with-big-daddy-returns-this-november/

Stellantis May Rethink Mexico Manufacturing Strategy Potential U.S. Tariffs Could Lead To Production Changes... Stellantis is evaluating its manufacturing operations in Mexico due to potential tariffs proposed by President-elect Donald Trump. Christine Feuell, Chrysler/Ram CEO, recently discussed the company’s strategy at the Los Angeles Auto Show, highlighting the uncertainty surrounding trade policies and their potential impact on production and supply chains. https://moparinsiders.com/stellantis-may-rethink-mexico-manufacturing-strategy/

AMW4x4 Unleashes the 2025 Gladiator AMW717 Adventure Series 717 Horsepower of HELLCAT Fury Meets Trail-Tested Toughness When it comes to turning factory Jeeps into jaw-dropping, pavement-ripping, off-road-conquering monsters, few do it better than America’s Most Wanted 4×4 (AMW4x4) in Burton, Michigan. Known nationwide for their world-class HEMI® and HELLCAT swaps, the crew has just unleashed something truly wild — the 2025 Jeep® Gladiator AMW 717 Adventure Series, finished in the striking color called Joose. And yes, this beast is for sale. https://moparinsiders.com/amw4x4-unleashes-the-2025-gladiator-amw717-adventure-series/

Two Stellantis Models Make CarEdge’s Slowest-Selling List for October Ram 2500 and Maserati Grecale Lead Stellantis’ Inventory Challenges Despite Stellantis’ ongoing efforts to balance its U.S. inventory levels, two of its vehicles have landed on CarEdge.com’s list of the Top 10 Slowest-Selling Cars for October 2025 — the Maserati Grecale and the Ram 2500. https://moparinsiders.com/two-stellantis-models-make-caredges-slowest-selling-list-for-october/

DOE Weighs Revoking $1.1 Billion In EV Retooling Grants For Stellantis Biden-Era Funding For Major U.S. Auto Plant Conversions Could Be In Jeopardy The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) is reportedly considering withdrawing nearly $1.1 billion in federal funding initially awarded to Stellantis and General Motors (GM) to support the conversion of electric vehicle (EV) manufacturing. https://moparinsiders.com/doe-weighs-revoking-1-1-billion-in-ev-retooling-grants-for-stellantis/

2027 Jeep® Compass Will Get 48-Volt Mild-Hybrid Powertrain In South America New mHEV System To Boost Efficiency and Performance Across Its SUV Lineup Jeep® is getting ready to electrify its South American lineup once again — this time with the introduction of a 48-volt mild-hybrid (mHEV) powertrain for the 2027 model year Compass. According to our friends at AutosSegredos, this update marks a significant step for Jeep in the region, aligning with Stellantis’ broader electrification strategy while keeping the current-generation Compass competitive against strong rivals like the...

FIAT Expands and Modernizes Its Panda Lineup for 2026 Grande Panda and Pandina Offer Unified Design, New Powertrains, and Broader Market Reach For 2026, FIAT has officially renewed its most iconic nameplate — the Panda — with a modernized, unified lineup built around two distinct but complementary models: the Grande Panda and Pandina. The goal is simple: offer affordable, flexible, and eco-conscious urban mobility that fits every lifestyle. https://moparinsiders.com/fiat-expands-and-modernizes-its-panda-lineup-for-2026/

32k-Mile 1992 Dodge Stealth R/T Turbo Listed On BringATrailer Twin-Turbo AWD Coupe, 5-Speed Manual Heads To Auction With No Reserve The 1992 Dodge Stealth R/T Twin-Turbo is one of those cars that perfectly captures early ‘90s performance culture — bold styling, advanced tech, and plenty of power. Now, a clean 32,000-mile example finished in Jet Black is up for grabs on BringATrailer.com, offered at no reserve. Bidding wraps up Wednesday, October 15 at 1:35 p.m. EDT. https://moparinsiders.com/32k-mile-1992-dodge-stealth-r-t-turbo-listed-on-bringatrailer/