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Popular Mechanics’ Jeep® Grand Wagoneer “Durangoneer” Is For Sale Grand Wagoneer-Bodied, 2004 Dodge Durango HEMI 4x4 Is Up For Auction When Popular Mechanics set out to build a one-of-a-kind display vehicle for the 2006 SEMA Show in Las Vegas, they didn’t just slap on wheels and graphics—they created something truly unique. Dubbed the “Durangoneer”, this rig combines the timeless body of a 1988 Jeep® Grand Wagoneer with the modern chassis and drivetrain of a 2004 Dodge Durango 4×4. The result? Classic Jeep style with modern-day Mopar muscle. https://moparinsiders.com/popular-mechanics-jeep-grand-wagoneer-durangoneer-is-for-sale/

Stolen ATV Chase Ends at Stellantis CTC Campus Police Pursuit on I-75 Leads to Arrests Near Chrysler Technical Center... A high-speed chase involving stolen four-wheelers ended early Tuesday morning (May 13) near Stellantis’ Chrysler Technical Center (CTC) in Auburn Hills, Michigan. https://moparinsiders.com/stolen-atv-chase-ends-at-stellantis-ctc-campus/

High School Talent Shines in 2025 Stellantis Drive for Design Contest Young Designers Reimagine Chrysler’s Future, Earn Big Opportunities The winners of the 2025 Stellantis Drive for Design contest have just been announced, and once again, high school students across the U.S. have impressed with their creativity and vision for the future of the Chrysler brand. https://moparinsiders.com/high-school-talent-shines-in-2025-stellantis-drive-for-design-contest/

GR8TOPS JTRUK Kits Transforms Your Jeep® Gladiator Into A Regular Cab Bolt-On-Kit Turns Gladiator Into An 8-Foot-Bed Regular Cab Without Cutting The Frame If you’ve ever wished the Jeep® Gladiator (JT) came in a classic Regular Cab configuration with a full 8-foot bed, you’re not alone—and now, thanks to GR8TOPS, your wish can become reality. The South Carolina-based Jeep conversion specialist has developed the JTRUK Truck Cab Kit, a bolt-on fiberglass cab conversion that fits 2020 to 2025 Jeep Gladiator models. https://moparinsiders.com/gr8tops-jtruk-kits-transforms-your-jeep-gladiator-into-a-regular-cab/

Rare 1996 Dodge Viper Carroll Shelby Roadster Pops-Up On Hagerty Only 9k-Miles On This One-Of-Nineteen Ultra Rare Viper When it comes to American performance icons, few names carry more weight than Carroll Shelby and the Dodge Viper. Now imagine a car that blends both legacies into one hand-built, fire-breathing roadster. That’s exactly what’s up for grabs right now on Hagerty Marketplace—a 1996 Dodge Viper RT/10 Carroll Shelby Limited Edition Roadster, one of just 19 ever produced, and bidding ends Thursday, May 15th, 2025 at 3:00 p.m. EDT. https://moparinsiders.com/rare-1996-dodge-viper-carroll-shelby-roadster-pops-up-on-hagerty/

Ram Continued To Dominate Brazilian Premium Truck Market In April Strong Sales Growth Driven By Rampage and Heavy Duty Models Ram is proving once again that it’s the go-to name for premium pickup trucks in Brazil. The brand, known for combining toughness with refinement, closed out April 2025 with impressive gains across its lineup, showing that Brazilians continue to favor Ram when it comes to strength, luxury, and cutting-edge tech. https://moparinsiders.com/ram-continued-to-dominate-brazilian-premium-truck-market-in-april/

2025 Jeep® Wrangler Rubicon Mojito! Hits Japan Only 100 Units Of This Bold Green Jeep Will Be Offered In The Land Of The Rising Sun Jeep® Japan is spicing up the 2025 Wrangler lineup with a splash of bold color and serious trail-ready hardware. Meet the 2025 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited Rubicon Mojito!, a new limited-edition model that combines eye-catching style with rugged Rubicon capability. Only 100 units will be sold in Japan, making it one of the rarest Wrangler variants ever offered in the country. https://moparinsiders.com/2025-jeep-wrangler-rubicon-mojito-hits-japan/

AUCTION: 69-Mile 2010 Dodge Viper ACR VoooDoo Edition #9 of 31 Made, This Time Capsule Viper Is a Collector’s Dream If you’re into Mopars or rare American supercars, you may want to stop what you’re doing and check out this auction on BringATrailer.com. Up for grabs is a virtually untouched 2010 Dodge Viper SRT-10 ACR VoooDoo Edition, showing only 69 original miles on the odometer. This particular car is #9 of just 31 VoooDoo Edition Vipers built for the 2010 model year, and it’s loaded with the kind of hardware and styling that made the fourth-gen Viper a certified track monster. https://moparinsiders.com/auction-69-mile-2010-dodge-viper-acr-vooodoo-edition/

Stellantis Cutting 500 Jobs At Melfi Plant Amid Restructuring Efforts Union Warns Of Slow Divestment From Italy As Voluntary Exits Grow Stellantis is set to cut up to 500 jobs through a new round of voluntary exits at its Melfi Assembly Plant in southern Italy, according to a statement from the Fiom-Cgil labor union. The plant, which employs around 5,000 workers, builds a number of vehicles for the global automaker, including models from the Jeep® and DS Automobiles brands. https://moparinsiders.com/stellantis-cutting-500-jobs-at-melfi-plant-amid-restructuring-efforts/

Custom 1928 Dodge Brothers Coupe Heads to Mecum Indy One-of-a-Kind Flame Orange Build Crosses the Block May 16th There’s custom, and then there’s this—a 1928 Dodge Brothers Standard Six 3-Window Coupe that’s been completely transformed into a HEMI®-powered street rod with the perfect blend of classic lines and modern performance. Crossing the auction block on Friday, May 16th at Mecum Indy 2025, this wild build is estimated to bring between $150,000 and $175,000—and once you see the details, that number starts to make a lot of sense. https://moparinsiders.com/custom-1928-dodge-brothers-coupe-heads-to-mecum-indy/

Ultra-Rare 1978 Dodge Magnum Force GT Found In Michigan Only Known Magnum GT To Feature Dodge Dealer-Installed Package Sometimes the rarest Mopars aren’t hiding at auctions or in private collections—they’re sitting quietly in a Michigan garage, just waiting to be rediscovered. That’s exactly what happened when Ryan Brutte, known online as “The Auto Archaeologist”, uncovered what may be the last surviving 1978 Dodge Magnum Force GT. https://moparinsiders.com/ultra-rare-1978-dodge-magnum-force-gt-found-in-michigan/

15K-Mile 1970 Plymouth Superbird Survivor Surfaces Car Was The Last Sold "NEW" Superbird On Record... If you’re into classic Mopar muscle cars, NASCAR history, or just rare American muscle cars, this one will hit you right in the heart. Lou Costabile’s latest YouTube video has dropped, and in it, he features an absolutely jaw-dropping, unrestored 1970 Plymouth Superbird in the stunning Alpine White with only 15,000 original miles. Yes, you read that right—15,000. And not only is it real, but it’s also the very last Superbird ever titled as new, way back in 1985. https://moparinsiders.com/15k-mile-1970-plymouth-superbird-survivor-surfaces/

Ram CEO Breaks Down The 2026 Ram 1500 Ramcharger Kuniskis Talks About Why The Ramcharger Makes Sense Ram CEO Tim Kuniskis is raising serious questions about today’s electric truck market—and what consumers really want. In an in-depth conversation with Newsweek, Kuniskis opened up about the challenges Ram faces as it prepares to launch the 2026 Ram 1500 Ramcharger. https://moparinsiders.com/ram-ceo-breaks-down-the-2026-ram-1500-ramcharger/

Dodge Reportedly Planning New Crossover Between Hornet and Durango New Model Aims to Expand Dodge Lineup by 2028... Sources close to MoparInsiders suggest that Dodge is working on adding a new crossover to its lineup. The model would slot between the C-segment Hornet and the E-segment Durango, with a planned debut no earlier than 2028. This move comes as Dodge looks to expand its portfolio, which currently consists of just three vehicles. https://moparinsiders.com/dodge-reportedly-planning-new-crossover-between-hornet-and-durango/

1970 AMC Javelin 390 SST Hits Mecum Indy Auction Frame-Up Restored, 450 HP V8 Javelin Heads to Auction May 15th If you’re into classic American muscle with real racing roots, then this 1970 AMC Javelin 390 SST heading to Mecum Indy 2025 on Thursday, May 15th is one to watch. Finished in the unmistakable red, white, and blue Trans Am racing colors, this Javelin is a tribute to AMC’s bold foray into the SCCA Trans Am series—especially the legendary partnership with Roger Penske and Mark Donohue that kicked off that same year. https://moparinsiders.com/1970-amc-javelin-390-sst-hits-mecum-indy-auction/

Citroën Launches the New Ami Buggy Quadricycle The Weird Yet Playful Electric Vehicle That A 14-Year-Old Can Legally Drive Citroën has introduced the all-new Ami Buggy, an electric quadricycle designed for those seeking a playful, outdoor adventure experience. With its compact and rugged look, the Ami Buggy brings a new level of freedom and fun to electric mobility. Whether cruising around town or exploring the great outdoors, this quirky, open-air ride promises a fun and affordable way to embrace adventure. https://moparinsiders.com/citroen-launches-the-new-ami-buggy-quadricycle/

How Stellantis Is Using VR to Revolutionize Car Manufacturing Inside the Virtual Lab Transforming the Way Vehicles are Built Tucked beneath the Chrysler Technology Center (CTC) in Auburn Hills, Michigan, a quiet revolution is taking place—one built not with wrenches, but with virtual reality headsets and motion-tracking sensors. Stellantis has been leveraging cutting-edge VR tech in a dedicated lab since 2018, changing the way cars and trucks are assembled before they even hit the production line. https://moparinsiders.com/how-stellantis-is-using-vr-to-revolutionize-car-manufacturing/

Radford Racing School Hits The Road This Summer Drive HELLCATs and Demon 170s this Summer in Washington Radford Racing School is hitting the road for the first time ever—and they’re bringing the heat. From June 16 through August 29, the legendary Arizona-based racing school is taking over Qlispé Raceway Park just outside Spokane, Washington, for their new “Radford on the Road” summer series. It’s a unique opportunity for Pacific Northwest enthusiasts to get behind the wheel of real-deal Dodge SRT HELLCATs and even the fire-breathing 1,025 horsepower Dodge Challenger SRT Demon 170. https://moparinsiders.com/radford-racing-school-hits-the-road-this-summer/

Unifor Presses Stellantis Over Delays at Brampton Assembly Plant Retooling Still on Hold After May 2nd Meeting The future of the Brampton Assembly Plant (BAP) in Ontario continues to hang in the balance after a key follow-up meeting between Stellantis and Unifor on May 2, 2025. Despite expectations for clear answers, the automaker informed the union that the retooling pause remains in effect, offering no new timeline and pushing the next update to June. The information comes from a statement from Unifor issued on May 8th, obtained by MoparInsiders. https://moparinsiders.com/unifor-presses-stellantis-over-delays-at-brampton-assembly-plant/

Mirafiori Restarts Production Ahead of Fiat 500 Hybrid Launch Maserati Moves to Modena as Stellantis Preps Plant for Hybrid Shift Production has officially resumed this week at Stellantis’ historic Mirafiori Assembly Plant in Turin, Italy. After a prolonged pause, the factory is back online with a revised game plan—starting with the continued build of the Fiat 500e and a major shift in focus toward hybrid power. https://moparinsiders.com/mirafiori-restarts-production-ahead-of-fiat-500-hybrid-launch/