Mopar Insiders Articles

We Get A Sneak Peak At Fiat’s New Midsize Pickup Truck! Sorry North Americans, This One Is For Latin America... While the focus on upcoming electric vehicles (EVs) in North America continues, the South American pickup market is heating up, with Stellantis making its move. Ram, known for its pickups in North America, is positioned as a premium brand in Latin America. However, Fiat reigns as the top-selling pickup brand in the region. https://moparinsiders.com/we-get-a-sneak-peak-at-fiats-new-midsize-pickup-truck/

2023 Dodge Challenger Black Ghost Is Up For Auction In Indy! Someone Could Go Home With The Original And/Or The Modern Take Of The "Black Ghost"... As automotive enthusiasts gather at the highly anticipated Mecum Indy auction this week, two iconic Dodge Challengers are poised to steal the show. The first is the legendary 1970 Dodge Challenger R/T SE, famously known as the “Black Ghost,” which haunted Detroit’s Woodward Avenue in the 1970s. The second is a modern marvel, the 2023 Dodge Challenger Black Ghost, paying homage to its esteemed predecessor. Both vehicles will be up for auction, captivating collectors and fans with their timeless power and allure...

“Fast X” Releases Final Trailer Before Opening This Friday! We Spot The Charger Daytona SRT Banshee In This Trailer... Get ready for the highly anticipated release of “Fast X,” as the final trailer gives fans a thrilling sneak peek. Running over four minutes, this action-packed preview sets the stage for an intense and emotional ride. https://moparinsiders.com/fast-x-releases-final-trailer-before-opening-this-friday/

Ram Confirms Hurricane4 Power Under The Hood Of New Rampage Pickup The GME-T4 Engine Will Make Its Way Into South American-Built Products... Ram’s forthcoming compact pickup, the 2024 Ram Rampage, has been a hot topic lately, particularly in the context of its release in Latin America. The vehicle is being co-developed by Ram engineers in Brazil and the United States. Rumors suggest it will be powered by the turbocharged 2.0-liter inline-four-cylinder engine used in various FCA US products. https://moparinsiders.com/ram-confirms-hurricane4-power-under-the-hood-of-new-rampage-pickup/

NO RESERVE: 812-Mile 2005 Dodge Ram SRT-10 Yellow Fever Edition Only 500 Examples Of This Truck Were Ever Built... Rare and potent, the 2005 Dodge Ram SRT-10 Yellow Fever edition is a collector’s dream. One of only 500 produced, with only 200 being regular-cab models. All were finished in Solar Yellow with black graphics on the domed hood. This truck includes a front air dam with integrated fog lights, a hood scoop, an SRT-specific rear spoiler, lower body cladding, and heated side mirrors. https://moparinsiders.com/no-reserve-812-mile-2005-dodge-ram-srt-10-yellow-fever-edition/

Texas Custom Shop Builds Regular Cab Ram 1500 TRX! Here Is The Truck A Lot Of People Have Been Asking For... Over the past three years, there has been a growing interest among digital artists in creating a two-door Ram 1500 TRX, even though Ram has only offered Crew Cab configurations for the fifth-generation 1500 models since their debut in January 2018. https://moparinsiders.com/texas-custom-sho…cab-ram-1500-trx/

Meet The 2023 Ram 1500 TRX Lunar Special Edition The Next Limited Edition TRX Model Is Here... Introducing the latest special edition of the Ram 1500 TRX – the Lunar Edition! As a follow-up to the Havoc Edition, this model boasts a sleek Ceramic Grey paint job and an impressive range of features that set it apart from a standard TRX. https://moparinsiders.com/meet-the-2023-ram-1500-trx-lunar-special-edition/

Meet The 2023 Ram 1500 Rebel Lunar Special Edition Ceramic Grey Paint Is Finally Available On The Rebel... Ram has recently unveiled its latest special edition model, the 2023 Ram 1500 Rebel Lunar Edition. This edition pays homage to lunar exploration and features a beautiful Ceramic Grey exterior paint (code PDN). We seen the color on a limited edition of the Ram 1500 Classic Warlock last year. https://moparinsiders.com/meet-the-2023-ram-1500-rebel-lunar-special-edition/

RECALL: FCA US Issues Recall For Ram ProMaster Vans Over Park Gear Issue Failure Of Lower Clutch Retainer May Cause Rollaway... Stellantis (FCA US, LLC) has issued a recall for approximately 165,503 units of its 2019 to 2021 Ram ProMaster full-size vans equipped with the 62TE automatic transmission. The reason for the recall is that the park pawl may not fully engage the park gear due to debris inside the transmission, which could result in a vehicle rollaway and increase the risk of a crash or injury. https://moparinsiders.com/recall-fca-us-issues-recall-for-ram-promaster-vans-over-park-gear-issue/

A Few 2023 Chrysler 300Cs Have Shown Up Online, With Huge Markups Dealers Have Obtained Limited Edition HEMI® Cars, And Are Pushing Markups... The 2023 Chrysler 300C marks the end of the brand’s reliance on internal combustion engines (ICE), and it has quickly become a highly sought-after vehicle. However, only 2,200 units of the car will be produced for the U.S. and Canada, and when pre-orders opened in September, they sold out within just 12 hours. https://moparinsiders.com/a-few-2023-chrysler-300cs-have-shown-up-online-with-huge-markups/

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/