Mopar Insiders Articles

Ram Trucks Expands Its Dealer Network In Brazil Inaugurates A New, Even More, Premium Standard... Ram’s performance in Brazil in recent years has been impressive, with consecutive records in sales, which boosted the brand to first place in the rankings of the premium market, representing the pickup truck segment. Ram has shown unparalleled strength, capacity, luxury, and technology with its offerings. In 2019, the Ram brand sold 652 units; last year, it closed with 5,052 units, an increase of 675%. https://moparinsiders.com/ram-trucks-expands-its-dealer-network-in-brazil/

Dodge Hornet Named “Crossover Utility Vehicle of Texas” FCA US, Takes Home Seven Awards At Texas Automotive Writers Association (TAWA) Auto Roundup! Stellantis (FCA US) recently won multiple awards at the 2023 Texas Automotive Writers Association (TAWA) Auto Roundup. https://moparinsiders.com/dodge-hornet-named-crossover-utility-vehicle-of-texas/

Finale Speed Partners with Iconic Chassis Builder Roadster Shop Carbon Fiber-Bodied Charger Gets State-Of-The-Art Chassis... Finale Speed has partnered with renowned chassis builder Roadster Shop to be the exclusive supplier of the chassis for its carbon-fiber-bodied 1970 Dodge Charger. The partnership takes effect immediately. https://moparinsiders.com/finale-speed-partners-with-iconic-chassis-builder-roadster-shop/

CAUGHT: 2024 Ram Rampage Testing In Metro Detroit Latin America's New Compact Unibody Pickup, Has Been Caught Testing In The U.S... Ram is making waves in the South American market with the upcoming launch of their latest creation, the 2024 Ram Rampage. The mono-block pickup truck is set to be a game-changer for the brand and the region, with Ram engineers in Auburn Hills, Michigan, collaborating to develop the vehicle. https://moparinsiders.com/caught-2024-ram-rampage-testing-in-metro-detroit/

The Forest River Dynamax Isata 5 28SS Is Ready For Any Adventure. Ram 5500-Based 4x4 Class C Motorhome Isn't Cheap, But Can Travel Anywhere... The Forest River Dynamax Isata 5 28SS motorhome is a luxurious and powerful Class C RV built on a Ram 5500 chassis with a 6.7-liter Cummins turbodiesel engine and 4×4 capability. With a remarkable 20,000 lb. towing capacity, this motorhome is a top contender in the Class C segment. https://moparinsiders.com/the-forest-river-dynamax-isata-5-28ss-is-ready-for-any-adventure/

Jeep® Wagoneer L Wins 2023 Wards 10-Best Interiors & User Experience Award Follows Grand Wagoneer Winning A Wards 10-Best Interiors & UX Award In 2022... The new 2023 Jeep® Wagoneer L has been named a winner of the prestigious Wards 10-Best Interior & User Experience (UX) award for 2023. The vehicle boasts an array of features, including supple materials, comfortable seating, a spacious interior, and state-of-the-art technology, all of which helped it earn the coveted honor. https://moparinsiders.com/jeep-wagoneer-l-wins-2023-wards-10-best-interiors-user-experience-award/

“Black Ghost” To Make Final Appearance Before Going To Auction See The Legend One Last Time Before It Is Sold... M1 Concourse is a well-known destination for car enthusiasts, boasting a vast 87-acre playground that includes a high-security community with over 250 private garages, as well as a cutting-edge 1.5-mile race track. It is most famous in the Mopar community for hosting the annual Roadkill Nights event, which takes place just before the iconic Woodward Dream Cruise. However, the facility also holds several other events on its grounds throughout the year. https://moparinsiders.com/black-ghost-to-make-final-appearance-before-going-to-auction/

RECALL: Stellantis Recalls Mopar Hybrid Battery Packs Over Safety Concerns Incorrect Fuse Fasteners Can Lead To Excessive Heat... Stellantis, formerly known as FCA US, LLC, is issuing a recall for approximately 220 of its Mopar Service Kit – Hybrid Battery Packs with part number 68488244AA. The recall is being made because the high voltage (HV) battery pack assembly was built with incorrect fasteners to secure the 200-amp fuse, which can generate excessive heat. The excessive heat generated may cause the fuse to fail, resulting in a loss of drive power and an increased risk of a crash. https://moparinsiders.com/recall-stellantis-recalls-mopar-hybrid-battery-packs-over-safety-concerns/

Ram Brazil Shows Off Ram 1500 Limited For First Time Premium Trim Will Make Official Debut In Coming Weeks... Ram chose to exhibit for the first time in Brazil the Ram 1500 Limited at Agrishow, the largest agricultural technology fair in Latin America. Until May 5th, visitors will be able to see firsthand the newest version of the Ram 1500 in Brazil, which will be officially launched in the coming weeks. https://moparinsiders.com/ram-brazil-shows-off-ram-1500-limited-for-first-time/

Dodge Charger Swinger Models Make Their Way To Dealer Showrooms Retro-Inspired Model, Has Arrived... Over the past week, we have been seeing several “Last Call” special edition models start to arrive in dealer showrooms. One of them, the Dodge Charger Swinger, pays homage to the Dodge Dart Swinger, an original Dodge “Scat Pack” club member. https://moparinsiders.com/dodge-charger-swinger-models-make-their-way-to-dealer-showrooms/

Jeep® Brazil To Introduce New Entry-Level Model For 2024 Renegade New Budget-Friendly Model Is Set To Debut... The Jeep® Renegade faces increased competition in Brazil, prompting the launch of a new entry-level model to take on rivals such as the Chevrolet Tracker 1.0 and Volkswagen T-Cross Sense 200 TSI. https://moparinsiders.com/jeep-brazil-to-introduce-new-entry-level-model-for-2024-renegade/

IT’S GOOD TO BE THE KING! King Daytona Hits Dealers Dodge's Last New Model For The Current Gen Charger Has Arrived... Over the past week, several of Dodge’s 2023 “Last Call” limited editions have started to arrive in dealers’ showrooms. Yesterday, we showed you the 2023 Dodge Charger Swinger, and today we are looking at another Charger: the Charger King Daytona. https://moparinsiders.com/its-good-to-be-the-king-king-daytona-hits-dealers/

Someone Has To Build This 1969 Dodge Charger Resto-Mod Design! Digital Artist Creates A Menacing B-Body, That Is Begging To Be Built... As enthusiasts, we are big fans of the resto-mod trend. The idea of blending the classic aesthetics of a muscle with the modern conveniences of today’s technology is an appealing one. However, the cost of building a resto-mod can be prohibitive for many who cannot afford it. Nevertheless, this has not stopped digital artists from creating some incredible designs. https://moparinsiders.com/someone-has-to-build-this-1969-dodge-charger-resto-mod-design/

A Ton Of Mopar NOS Parts & Accessories Is Up For Auction! Mecum Opens Bidding On 213 Items... Have you been searching for original MOtor PARts (Mopar) to complete your muscle car build? Well, you’re in luck. The Mopar Collection: NOS Parts & Accessories is now up for auction, offering a rare opportunity to claim original NOS parts for various Chrysler-built vehicles. https://moparinsiders.com/a-ton-of-mopar-nos-parts-accessories-is-up-for-auction/

Dodge’s 2023 “Last Call” Challenger Shakedown Has Arrived Available In Two Body Styles, The Shakedown Pays Homage To One Of Mopar's Coolest Concepts... The 2023 Dodge Challenger Shakedown pays tribute to the original 1971 Dodge Challenger Shakedown Concept, which shook up the display floor when unveiled at the 2016 Specialty Equipment Market Association (SEMA) Show in Las Vegas. Only 1,000 Shakedown units will be produced. Of that 1,000 units, 500 will be based on the Dodge Challenger R/T Scat Pack and painted in Destroyer Grey, and the 500 other units will be based on the R/T Scat Pack Widebody and painted Pitch Black. https://moparinsiders.com/dodges-2023-last-call-challenger-shakedown-has-arrived/

CAUGHT: Euro-Spec 2024 Jeep® Wrangler Sahara 4xe We Get Our First Look At The Updated European Model... Jeep® enthusiasts in Europe can now look forward to the upcoming 2024 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited Sahara 4xe, as photos of the new model have recently surfaced online. The 2024 Wrangler lineup was unveiled by the Jeep brand last month at the New York International Auto Show (NYIAS), where the North American offerings were revealed. https://moparinsiders.com/caught-euro-spec-2024-jeep-wrangler-sahara-4xe/

Jeep® Avenger named ‘Best Small Car’ at 2023 Autocar Awards Latest Award adds to Avenger's Expanding Collection of International Accolades... The all-new, all-electric Jeep® Avenger (JJ) has added to its collection of international accolades after being named ‘Best Small Car’ at the 2023 Autocar Awards. The Autocar Awards, celebrate the best new cars on sale in the United Kingdom (U.K.) today, are curated by some of the most informed and experienced automotive journalists in the industry, hand-picking the best of the best in highly competitive categories. https://moparinsiders.com/jeep-avenger-named-best-small-car-at-2023-autocar-awards/

Ultra-Limited Edition Jeep® Beach Wrangler Is Ready For Daytona! Jeep's Newest Special Edition, Highlights This Week's Event In Daytona Beach... If you are a Jeep® owner in the State of Florida, then this week is your week. The 20th Annual Jeep Beach event is in full force in Daytona Beach. One of the largest Jeep vehicle events in the country, Jeep Beach attracts more than 200,000 attendees from all 50 states and 20,000 Jeep vehicles. https://moparinsiders.com/ultra-limited-edition-jeep-beach-wrangler-is-ready-for-daytona/

Roadkill Nights Powered by Dodge Moving To New Venue For 2023 Road Construction, Has Dodge/MotorTrend Looking For A New Area To Race On Woodward... MotorTrend Presents Roadkill Nights Powered by Dodge is changing venues this summer. First held in 2015, Roadkill Nights is a one-day car culture festival that, in addition to legal street racing, offers a full slate of fan activities, including Dodge thrill and drift rides, Dodge driving simulators, a classic and modern muscle car show and much more. https://moparinsiders.com/roadkill-nights-powered-by-dodge-moving-to-new-venue-for-2023/

Ram Is Sending The TRX Havoc Edition To The Middle-East Truck Maker Says It Will Be In Very Limited Quantities... Following the recent introduction of the 2023 Ram 1500 TRX Havoc Edition in the European marketplace, Ram Truck announced that the limited edition Baja Yellow pickup would also be joining the Middle East market. https://moparinsiders.com/ram-is-sending-the-trx-havoc-edition-to-the-middle-east/