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LIVE: Watch the Unveiling of the All-Electric Ram 1500 REV at NYIAS Ram 1500 REV is set to be a Game Changer in the segment... Ram is set to debut its latest all-electric pickup this morning at the New York International Auto Show (NYIAS). The all-electric Ram 1500 REV public unveiling will be live-streamed for Ram fans to watch beginning at 9:20 a.m. EST today. If you recall, the truck made its debut during Ram’s 60-second Super Bowl commercial earlier this year, but this will be the first time the new electric truck is unveiled to the public. Production of the Ram 1500 REV is kick off late next year. https://moparinsiders.com/live-watch-the-unveiling-of-the-all-electric-ram-1500-rev-at-nyias/

RECALL: 2022 Jeep® Compass For Cluster Display Illumination Issue Only 90 Units Are Affected By This Latest Recall... Stellantis (FCA US, LLC) has issued a recall for approximately 90 units of its 2022 Jeep Compass vehicles due to a potential issue with the illumination of the instrument panel center cluster display. Specifically, it may not be adequately illuminated and therefore not visible during daytime driving conditions. This non-compliance with Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) No. 101, “Control and Displays,” has led to the recall of these vehicles https://moparinsiders.com/recall-2022-jeep-compass-for-cluster-display-illumination-issue/

Chrysler Forms Long-Term Partnership With Autism Society of America Announces Calm Cabin Package to Support Individuals With Autism and Their Loved Ones Chrysler and the Autism Society of America are set to announce a new long-term partnership initiative that supports the driving needs of individuals with autism and their loved ones, including through the creation of a new Calm Cabin package that can transform any Chrysler Pacifica into a sensory-supported mobile experience. https://moparinsiders.com/chrysler-forms-long-term-partnership-with-autism-society-of-america/

Jeep® Introduces the Lightweight Scrambler 392 Concept Vehicle The Iconic Scrambler Pickup Truck Gets a Modern Makeover... Jeep® is gearing up for an exciting event this year as it prepares to unveil its latest collection of concept vehicles at the 57th Annual Easter Jeep Safari in Moab, Utah from April 1st to the 9th, 2023. This year’s event promises to be a thrilling experience for Jeep enthusiasts as the brand showcases its electrified power and commanding performance with several one-of-a-kind rock-crawling and terrain-traversing vehicles. https://moparinsiders.com/jeep-introduces-the-lightweight-scrambler-392-concept-vehicle/

Rare Dodge Viper-Based “Defender” from TV Series Viper Listed for Sale Unique Dodge Viper-Based Car Used in Crime-Fighting Series A unique car has been listed on the popular automotive auction site, BringATrailer.com. This Dodge Viper-based car is said to be one of only 14 examples of the fictional “Defender” designed by Chrysler and built by the seller at Unique Movie Cars in Las Vegas, Nevada for use in the 1994 television series Viper. The car has remained with the seller since the completion of the show’s filming in the late 1990s. https://moparinsiders.com/rare-dodge-viper-based-defender-from-tv-series-viper-listed-for-sale/

Alfa Romeo Begins Production Of Tonale PHEV For North America The New PHEV Boasts 30+ Miles Of Electric Range, Best-In-Class Horsepower, and Advanced Technology Features... Alfa Romeo has officially begun North American production of their first plug-in hybrid (PHEV), the 2024 Tonale, at the Giambattista Vico Stellantis plant in Naples, Italy. The Tonale is a premium compact CUV with standard all-wheel drive, an electric range of over 30 miles (48 kilometers), and a starting U.S. Manufacturer’s Suggested Retail Price (MSRP) of $42,995. North American dealers can expect to receive the Tonale in June. https://moparinsiders.com/alfa-romeo-begins-production-of-tonale-phev-for-north-america/

Dodge Announces Its “Last Call” Series Cars For The European Market 55 Units of Dodge Challenger Shakedown will be built for European Market... As Dodge bids farewell to its lineup of modern-day HEMI® Chargers and Challenger, the American performance brand has introduced several special editions of “Last Call” models to commemorate its current muscle car lineup. As the brand moves towards the path of electrification, it is now expanding its release to Europe, where in select markets the cars are continued to be sold. https://moparinsiders.com/dodge-announces-its-last-call-series-cars-for-the-european-market/

THINK PINK: Graveyard Carz’ Takes On A Trio Of FM3 High-Impact Colored Cars Pink Color Is A Rare and Highly-Sought After Color... In January 1970, Chrysler Corporation introduced a high-impact color that would go on to make history in the world of muscle cars. This color was known as “FM3” and was a bright pink hue that had never been seen before on a muscle car. It was named Panther Pink in the Dodge world and Moulin Rouge in the Plymouth world. This color was so vivid that it quickly caught the attention of many car enthusiasts and made its way into dealer showrooms by the spring of 1970. https://moparinsiders.com/think-pink-graveyard-carz-takes-on-a-trio-of-fm3-high-impact-colored-cars/

Waymo Phasing Out Chrysler Pacifica Minivans for All-Electric Autonomous Fleet Advancing Sustainability and the Future of Autonomous Vehicles without Chrysler... Waymo, a leading autonomous vehicle (AV) company, has announced that it will be phasing out its fleet of Chrysler Pacifica plug-in hybrid (PHEV) minivans, which had been an integral part of its AV operations for the past seven years. Instead, Waymo will rely on all-electric vehicles, such as the Jaguar I-Pace and Geely’s Zeekr van, for its fifth-generation autonomous driving platform. https://moparinsiders.com/waymo-phasing-out-chrysler-pacifica-minivans-for-all-electric-autonomous-fleet/

Dodge To Expand Electrified Lineup With New 2025 Cricket EV! Dodge Transitions To An Electrified Brand with the Entry-Level Cricket EV, Based on Quadricycle Platform... Dodge, is set to make a move towards electrification as it transitions from its HEMI® V8-powered muscle car lineup to an electrified performance brand. The brand plans to capitalize on the entry-level electric vehicle (EV) segment, especially for those living in busy metropolitan areas, by introducing the Dodge Cricket EV. https://moparinsiders.com/dodge-to-expand-electrified-lineup-with-new-2025-cricket-ev/

2018 Dodge Challenger SRT Demon Holds Its Value Amid Introduction of New Model Prices Continue To Climb For 840 Horsepower 2018 Muscle Car... The 2023 Dodge Challenger SRT Demon 170 has been generating buzz due to its exceptional specifications, including a 1,025 horsepower engine and record-breaking acceleration. Some automotive enthusiasts assumed that the introduction of this new model would cause the value of the highly sought-after 2018 Dodge Challenger SRT Demon to drop. However, recent research indicates that the value of the 2018 model remains strong, despite the release of the new 2023 version. https://moparinsiders.com/2018-dodge-challenger-srt-demon-holds-its-value-amid-introduction-of-new-model/

Stellantis Shows Dealers Its Future Portfolio In Las Vegas Concepts, Future Product, & New Technologies Highlight Dealer Meeting... Stellantis, the multinational automaker created by the merger of Fiat Chrysler Automobiles and Peugeot S.A., held its first dealer meeting in Las Vegas at the MGM Grand. The event, called the Stellantis Dealer Business Meeting 2023, showcased Stellantis’ future plans as the industry moves towards electrification. https://moparinsiders.com/stellantis-shows-dealers-its-future-portfolio-in-las-vegas/

Jeep® Europe Launches New Upland and High Altitude Special Editions Latest Jeep SUVs with Exceptional Off-Road Capabilities, Fuel Efficiency, and Advanced Technology Features... Jeep® Europe has recently announced the opening of orders for their latest special edition SUV models – the Jeep Renegade and Compass Upland and the Jeep Compass High Altitude. These special editions are designed to offer both elegance and fun in driving, while maintaining Jeep’s legendary off-road capabilities. https://moparinsiders.com/jeep-europe-launches-new-upland-and-high-altitude-special-editions/

SRT Demon 170 vs HELLCAT Redeye: Engine Upgrades and Performance Differences A Comparison with the HELLCAT Redeye Motor... The 2023 Dodge Challenger SRT Demon 170 is an exceptional car with a remarkable 1,025 horsepower straight out of the factory. Achieving this level of performance is no easy feat, but Dodge has accomplished it by enhancing almost every primary engine power component, with only the camshaft remaining unmodified. https://moparinsiders.com/srt-demon-170-vs-hellcat-redeye-engine-upgrades-and-performance-differences/

Own a Rare 2002 Chrysler Prowler in Prowler Yellow | Low Mileage Cruise in Style with a Retro-Styled Chrysler Prowler... Rarely does a car come along that combines retro styling with modern performance and technology quite like the 2002 Chrysler Prowler. And this particular example, finished in eye-catching Prowler Yellow with just 8,000 miles on the clock, is a standout even among its already exclusive brethren. https://moparinsiders.com/own-a-rare-2002-chrysler-prowler-in-prowler-yellow-low-mileage/

Jeep® Pays Homage To Cherokee (SJ) With Its 1978 Cherokee 4xe Concept Modern Electrified Off-Roader with Vintage Appeal... One of the standout vehicles set to be unveiled is the 1978 Jeep Cherokee 4xe Concept, which pays homage to the original Jeep Cherokee (SJ). The Jeep Cherokee SJ was introduced in 1974 as a sporty, two-door version of the Wagoneer, designed to appeal to younger, more adventurous drivers. The Wide-Track option, which included several upgraded features, was available a year later and proved to be a hit among off-road enthusiasts. https://moparinsiders.com/jeep-pays-homage-to-cherokee-sj-with-its-1978-cherokee-4xe-concept/

Grand Wagoneer Overland Concept Takes Off-Road Exploration to the Next Level Takes Grand Wagoneer into Uncharted Territories of Comfort and Adventure... One such vehicle is the 2023 Grand Wagoneer Overland Concept, which reinterprets the legendary legacy of the Grand Wagoneer and takes it into uncharted territories of comfort and adventure. This go-anywhere, do-anything concept vehicle is designed to take off-road exploration to the next level while maintaining the luxurious style and comfort of the Grand Wagoneer. https://moparinsiders.com/grand-wagoneer-overland-concept-takes-off-road-exploration-to-the-next-level/

Jeep® Hints At Wrangler Update With Rubicon 4xe Concept Vehicle Is This The 2024 Model, Hidden In Plain Sight? Among the new concept vehicles is the Jeep Wrangler Rubicon 4xe Concept, a rugged off-road vehicle with an unapologetic pink exterior paint color that is sure to turn heads. The team behind the design of this vehicle drew inspiration from the overwhelmingly positive reaction to the limited-edition Tuscadero exterior paint color that debuted in 2021 for Jeep Wrangler models. https://moparinsiders.com/jeep-hints-at-wrangler-update-with-rubicon-4xe-concept-vehicle/

The 2007 Dodge Demon Roadster Concept: A Sporty Two-Seat Roadster Explore the Design and Features of the 2007 Dodge Demon Roadster Concept... The Dodge Demon nameplate has been used in the past 50 years in the Dodge lineup. The Demon was a two-door performance coupe that offered sporty looks and well-rounded performance at a budget price, introduced in 1971. The compact Demon lasted for only two model years in the United States, before being renamed the “Dart Sport” after criticisms from Christian groups about the car’s name and pitchfork-welding devil logo. The Demon name wouldn’t be used again until 2007, for a very unique concept car that almost looked like it was ready for production...

Jeep® Rocks Easter Jeep Safari 2023 with Gladiator Sideburn Concept Pushing the Limits of Off-Road Adventure... One of the most striking concept vehicles that will be presented at the event is the Jeep Gladiator Sideburn. Painted in a stunning Solar Flash Yellow, this vehicle is a testament to the brand’s commitment to creating unique, eye-catching, and off-road-capable vehicles. https://moparinsiders.com/jeep-rocks-easter-jeep-safari-2023-with-gladiator-sideburn-concept/