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AUCTION: Brazilian-Built 1975 Dodge 1800 Deluxo There Is No Saying This Thing Is A Land Yacht... This 1975 Dodge 1800 Deluxo, is a classic left-hand-drive coupe that was originally sold new in Brazil before finding its way to the United States. Recently imported by the selling dealer in December 2022, this beautiful car has undergone significant work to ensure its reliability and performance. https://moparinsiders.com/auction-brazilian-built-1975-dodge-1800-deluxo/

Annual Drive for Design Contest Challenges High Schoolers to Create Future Ram This Year, The Contest Focuses Around An Electric Ram Pickup... Stellantis, one of the world’s leading automotive manufacturers, is continuing its annual tradition of empowering high school students to design the future of the automotive industry with its Drive for Design contest. This year marks the 11th consecutive year of the competition, which challenges students in grades 10 through 12 to sketch innovative designs for the next-generation Ram electric truck. https://moparinsiders.com/annual-drive-for-design-contest-challenges-high-schoolers-to-create-future-ram/

Ram’s “Project 291” Compact Pickup Will Have A Unique Name Brazilian-Built Pickup Will Have GME-T4 Power Under The Hood... The Ram brand is gearing up to launch an all-new compact pickup for the Latin American (LATAM) market, and enthusiasts are eagerly anticipating its unveiling. The new truck, codenamed “Project 291”, will be a unibody construction, which is similar to that of the Fiat Toro pickup but will be larger and more advanced. https://moparinsiders.com/rams-project-291-compact-pickup-will-have-a-unique-name/

2023 Dodge Challenger SRT Demon 170 – Complete Pricing Guide Here Is The Complete Pricing For Both The U.S. & Canada... The 2023 Dodge Challenger SRT Demon 170 is set to make automotive history as the first-ever 8-second factory muscle car. This limited-edition vehicle boasts impressive performance features that are sure to excite car enthusiasts and adrenaline junkies alike. https://moparinsiders.com/2023-dodge-challenger-srt-demon-170-complete-pricing-guide/

Owner of a 2021 Durango SRT HELLCAT Threatens Lawsuit Over Ongoing Sales Was Supposed To Be A One-Year-Only Model... Dodge’s decision to continue production of the Dodge Durango SRT HELLCAT has left some buyers feeling misled and outraged. The automaker had initially promised that the high-performance SUV would be a limited-edition, one-year-only model, but due to overwhelming demand, production was extended into 2023. This decision has prompted some owners to consider legal action, claiming that they were induced to spend more money than they would have otherwise. https://moparinsiders.com/owner-of-a-2021-durango-srt-hellcat-threatens-lawsuit-over-ongoing-sales/

LIVE: Watch The Unveiling Of The Final “Last Call” Dodge Challenger LIVESTREAM From Roadkill Nights Vegas... Dodge Last Call Powered by Roadkill Nights Vegas is taking place on the Strip at Las Vegas Motor Speedway right now, bringing all the excitement of previous Roadkill Nights events to Sin City. The one-day automotive festival promises a range of thrilling activities, including Small Tire and Big Tire drag racing, Dodge Thrill Rides and simulators, a car show and sponsor/vendor midway areas, a post-event concert/afterglow, and more. https://moparinsiders.com/live-watch-the-unveiling-of-the-final-last-call-dodge-challenger/

FORGET THE GOBLIN! Demon Nameplate To Return For Last Call? Some New Leaks Point To New HELLEPHANT-Powered Demon Is Coming... Dodge is preparing to launch its seventh and final 2023 “Last Call” special-edition model, which promises to deliver mind-boggling horsepower and demolish drag strips. As the global debut draws near, we are seeing several new details leak online just days before the new car’s official debut. https://moparinsiders.com/forget-the-goblin-demon-nameplate-to-return-for-last-call/

2023 Jeep® Wagoneer Is The Best All-Around Full-Size SUV Out There Capable On The Street Going To The Mall, Rugged Out On The Trail The Jeep® Wagoneer has been an American icon for over half a century. First introduced in the 1960s, it was the original SUV, combining off-road capability with passenger comfort and style. Now, for 2023, the Wagoneer is back, and it’s better than ever. https://moparinsiders.com/2023-jeep-wagoneer-is-the-best-all-around-full-size-suv-out-there/

THE CHILDHOOD OF MUSCLE! iRerts Creates Charger SRT HELLCAT Widebody For KIDS! It Can Even Be Remote Controlled For Adults... Are you a car enthusiast with kids who share your passion? Well, now you can get them in on the action with the Dodge Charger SRT HELLCAT Widebody ride-on toy from iRerts. Following the success of the Challenger version, this scaled-down Charger SRT HELLCAT Widebody is designed to look like the real thing, complete with authentic details and features that mimic the full-size car. https://moparinsiders.com/the-childhood-of-muscle-irerts-creates-charger-srt-hellcat-widebody-for-kids/

Meet The 2023 Dodge Charger SXT RWD Blacktop Special Edition This Isn't Your Base Model Charger Anymore... Recently, we covered the Blacktop Special Edition package that was released for the Charger GT RWD model. However, it’s worth noting that this package is also available for the entry-level SXT RWD model. With the release of the 2023 Dodge Charger SXT RWD Blacktop Special Edition, customers can now enjoy a performance-oriented sedan that boasts several features designed to enhance both its appearance and performance. As an upgraded version of the standard SXT RWD model, this vehicle offers a glimpse into the exciting and high-performance world of the Charger lineup...

SPOTTED: 2024 Abarth 500e Scorpionissima Launch Editions Both Colors and Both Variants Caught On Public Roads... Italian carmaker Abarth is set to make waves in the city car segment with the launch of its new fully-electric Abarth 500e. The latest iteration of the iconic Cinquecento comes with an e-motor that powers its front wheels, delivering 155 horsepower and 173 lb.-ft. of torque, an increase of 38 horsepower and 11 lb.-ft. over the standard 500e. The Abarth 500e can reach 0 to 62 mph in 7 seconds, two seconds quicker than the Cinquecento battery-electric vehicle (BEV), but 0.3 of a second slower than the current turbocharged Abarth 695. https://moparinsiders.com/spotted-2024-abarth-500e-scorpionissima-launch-editions/

Make Your Chrysler 300 Even More Aggressive With Carbon Fiber Parts From STAGA California Company Can Give Your 300 More Street Muscle Appeal... For almost two decades, the Chrysler 300 (LX) has been a beloved classic American four-door sedan amongst car enthusiasts. While the current generation of the 300 is coming to an end, it still boasts a stylish design that many drivers appreciate. However, some may argue that the 300 has lost its edge compared to its platform siblings, the Dodge Charger and Challenger. But fear not, car lovers, as STAGA Composites has the solution to make your 300 stand out on the streets. https://moparinsiders.com/make-your-chrysler-300-even-more-aggressive-with-carbon-fiber-parts-from-staga/

Dealers Get Important Details About 2024 Jeep® Wrangler Updates Dealer Pre-Orders Already Open, Unveiling Should Be Soon... Jeep® enthusiasts, get ready for the upcoming mid-cycle action (MCA) or refresh for the 2024 Jeep Wrangler (JL). According to reports, Stellantis has released an informational video to its dealer network on what to expect for the new vehicle. Although the video did not reveal the exact look of the 2024 Wrangler, it did give dealers a strong idea of the changes and improvements to anticipate. https://moparinsiders.com/dealers-get-important-details-about-2024-jeep-wrangler-updates/

Dodge’s New “Last Call” Will Be Faster Than 140 MPH In The 1/4-Mile Final Teaser Confirms Over 140 MPH... Dodge is gearing up to unveil its highly anticipated final 2023 Dodge “Last Call” special-edition model at the Dodge Last Call Powered by Roadkill Nights Vegas event this Sunday, March 20th, 2023. As the event approaches, the fifth and final teaser video in the brand’s series has been released, titled “Trip Wire,” giving enthusiasts yet another hint about what they can expect from the ultimate Dodge performance vehicle. https://moparinsiders.com/dodges-new-last-call-will-be-faster-than-140-mph-in-the-1-4-mile/

RECALL UPDATE: 2021 to 2022 Jeep® Grand Cherokee L (WL75) Child Tether Due To Missing Weld From The Back Frame To The Child Seat Tether Anchorage... Stellantis (FCA US, LLC), the parent company of Jeep®, has issued a recall for certain 2021 to 2022 Jeep Grand Cherokee L (WL75) vehicles. The recall is due to a missing weld from the seat back frame to the child seat tether anchorage, which fails to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) No. 225, “Child Restraint Anchorage Systems.” https://moparinsiders.com/recall-update-2021-to-2022-jeep-grand-cherokee-l-wl75-child-tether/

Saltillo South Celebrates 6,000,000th Pentastar Engine Produced There Engine Is Destined For A Jeep® Wrangler (JL)... It’s been thirteen years since production began of the award-winning Pentastar V6 engine at the Stellantis Saltillo South Engine Plant in Saltillo, Coahuila, Mexico. The Mexican engine plant currently builds Pentastar engines for 11 different Chrysler Group products. But in recent days, the 761,009 square-foot plant has celebrated a large milestone: the production of its 6,000,000th engine. https://moparinsiders.com/saltillo-south-celebrates-6000000th-pentastar-engine-produced-there/

Stellantis CEO Confirms Ram 1500 Range Electric Paradigm Breaker (REPB) ICE Motor Will Recharge Battery Pack On The Go... Stellantis CEO Carlos Tavares has confirmed that an internal combustion engine (ICE) will be used to charge the battery of Ram’s upcoming Range Electric Paradigm Breaker (REPB) model. While the technology had been teased since Stellantis’ EV Day in 2021, the Ram brand had not confirmed details until now. https://moparinsiders.com/stellantis-ceo-confirms-ram-1500-range-electric-paradigm-breaker-repb/

More Easter Jeep® Safari Concept Teasers From Jeep & Mopar Three More Concepts Have Been Highlighted... The Jeep® brand and Jeep Performance Parts (JPP) by Mopar are set to unveil an exciting new collection of electrified and internal combustion engine (ICE) powered off-road vehicles at the57th Annual Easter Jeep Safari in Moab, Utah, from April 1st to 9th, 2023. https://moparinsiders.com/more-easter-jeep-safari-concept-teasers-from-jeep-mopar/

A Closer Look At The Chrysler Synthesis Demonstrator The Future Tech Going Into The Next-Gen Chrysler Vehicles... Chrysler has announced the debut of the Chrysler Synthesis demonstrator at CES 2023, which provides a glimpse into the brand’s future and previews the first application of new Stellantis technologies in North America. The Chrysler Synthesis integrates Chrysler’s contemporary, technology-forward, and sustainable interior design with advanced Stellantis technology to create ‘Harmony in Motion’ in the everyday lives of customers through a mobility experience that is more user-friendly, connected, and efficient. https://moparinsiders.com/a-closer-look-at-the-chrysler-synthesis-demonstrator/

AUCTION: Custom Diesel-Powered 1941 Dodge WC26 Wagon Restored Passenger Transport With Cummins Power... The 1940s were a pivotal era in world history, with the Second World War requiring heavy-duty transport solutions to meet the needs of the military. No less than 38 variants were built on the WC platform, including the Series 26 carry-all body that was featured on the 1941 Dodge Power Wagon WC26 that is up for sale at the Mecum Glendale 2023 auction. This no-expense-spared build is a true marvel of engineering, featuring an array of customizations that make it stand out from the crowd. https://moparinsiders.com/auction-custom-diesel-powered-1941-dodge-wc26-wagon/