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UNLEASH THE BEAST: 2023 Ram 3500 Laramie Mega Cab Prospector XL Ready To Off-Road With The Whole Family... Ram Trucks have always been known for their exceptional off-road capabilities, but this 2023 Ram 3500 Laramie Mega Cab 4×4 takes it to a whole new level. This powerhouse of a truck has been upfitted by American Expedition Vehicles (AEV) to be one of its Prospector XL off-road models, making it one of the most capable off-road trucks on the market. https://moparinsiders.com/unleash-the-beast-2023-ram-3500-laramie-mega-cab-prospector-xl/

Ram 1500 Limited Will Arrive In Brazil With Night Edition In April Ram's Most Luxurious Half-Ton Goes To Brazil With Blacked-Out Treatment... Ram pickups have become known for their powerful performance, durability, and sleek designs, and the 2023 Ram 1500 Limited is no exception. Brazilian drivers will soon be able to experience this luxury truck for themselves, as Ram has announced that it will launch the 1500 Limited model in the country in April. However, new reports have revealed that the Limited model will be joined by the popular Ram 1500 Limited Night Edition. https://moparinsiders.com/ram-1500-limited-will-arrive-in-brazil-with-night-edition-in-april/

Dodge Updates Its ‘Build & Price’ Configurator For 2023 Challenger & Charger Yes, Dodge Has FINALLY Updates Its Website To Include The 2023 Models... Dodge has recently updated its ‘Build & Price’ configurator for the 2023 Dodge Challenger (LA) and Charger (LD) on Dodge.com, allowing customers and enthusiasts to create their dream muscle cars. While the online tool has been available for a number of years, Dodge has been known to delay updates to the configurator, causing frustration among fans. https://moparinsiders.com/dodge-updates-its-build-price-configurator-for-2023-challenger-charger/

‘General Lee’ Crashes Due To Excessive Speed On Highway Car Was Recognized As A Clone, Not a TV Car... The Dukes of Hazzard may have gone off the air over 30 years ago, but its iconic orange 1969 Dodge Charger, the General Lee, remains a beloved symbol of the show’s automotive stunts. However, the consequences of recreating those stunts in real life can be severe, as demonstrated by a recent single-vehicle crash involving a General Lee on Historic Highway 165 in Missouri. https://moparinsiders.com/general-lee-crashes-due-to-excessive-speed-on-highway/

AUCTION: 1968 Dodge Charger R/T HEMI Manual Goes To Mecum Glendale 1 Of Just 211 Charger R/T HEMI Cars Produced In 1968 With A Manual... In the world of classic muscle cars, few vehicles are as highly coveted as the 1968 Dodge Charger R/T with the 7.0-liter (426 cubic-inch) HEMI® V8 engine. Only a couple hundred of these rare muscle cars were produced, making them highly sought-after by collectors and enthusiasts. One particular example is even more special, being one of only 211 Hemi Charger R/Ts produced in 1968 with the 4-speed manual transmission. https://moparinsiders.com/auction-1968-dodge-charger-r-t-hemi-manual-goes-to-mecum-glendale/

RECALL: 2021 to 2023 Dodge Durango For Rear Spoiler Issues Maybe Not Properly Aligned With The Roof... Approximately 139,019 2021 to 2023 Dodge Durango (WD) vehicles manufactured between October 24th, 2020, and February 16th, 2023, are being recalled by Stellantis (FCA US, LLC). The recall has been initiated as the rear spoiler of some of these vehicles may not be properly aligned with the roof, leading to damage when the liftgate is operated. https://moparinsiders.com/recall-2021-to-2023-dodge-durango-for-rear-spoiler-issues/

This Chrysler Windsor Reminds Us How Cool 60’s Chryslers Were Canadian-Built Mopar Is For Sale At Gateway Classic Cars Houston... If you’re a fan of classic cars, you’ll appreciate the beauty of the 1965 Chrysler Windsor. The Windsor was introduced by Chrysler in 1939 as a step up from the Royal, and continued in production until 1961 in the U.S., with Canadian production continuing until 1966. This particular model was essentially the Canadian-built version of the Chrysler Newport, and it is a sight to behold. https://moparinsiders.com/this-chrysler-windsor-reminds-us-how-cool-60s-chryslers-were/

Belvidere Assembly Plant Set To Close Doors After Today Production Of The Jeep® Cherokee (KL) Comes To An End... Stellantis, the parent company of Jeep®, announced in December that it would close its Belvidere Assembly Plant in Illinois, which employs 1,350 workers. Despite efforts from Illinois Governor JB Pritzker to convince Stellantis to turn the plant into an electric vehicle (EV) manufacturing center, nothing has materialized so far. https://moparinsiders.com/belvidere-assembly-plant-set-to-close-doors-after-today/

The Legacy of the Chrysler 300 and its Impact on Black Culture Chrysler Honors the Contributions of its Black Employees... The Chrysler 300 is a car that has captured the hearts and imaginations of many within the black community. Since its debut in 2004, the Chrysler 300 has been a canvas for expression and creativity, with its unique design and iconic style serving as a symbol of success and achievement. https://moparinsiders.com/the-legacy-of-the-chrysler-300-and-its-impact-on-black-culture/

This Handsome 1970 Chrysler 300 Hurst Is Heading To Mecum Glendale Owned By NASCAR Hall Of Famer Harshel McGriff... Legendary NASCAR Hall of Famer Hershel McGriff’s 1970 Chrysler 300 Hurst is set to hit the auction block at the Mecum Glendale 2023 event. This car is a true gem with an exciting history and impressive features. https://moparinsiders.com/this-handsome-1970-chrysler-300-hurst-is-heading-to-mecum-glendale/

Dodge Offers Jailbreak Option For All 2023 Charger & Challenger SRT Models Every HELLCAT Is A Jailbreak During The Car's Last Call... Dodge is known for producing iconic muscle cars that have been highly sought after for decades. In the past, customers could order parts from different trims through local dealerships. Although those days are long gone, Dodge has brought back a similar level of customization with the Jailbreak option for the 2022 model year Charger and Challenger SRT Hellcat Redeye Widebodys. https://moparinsiders.com/dodge-offers-jailbreak-option-for-all-2023-charger-challenger-srt-models/

Hennessey Unveils Sleek ‘Carbon Edition’ Upgrades for MAMMOTH 1000 TRX TRX Goes Carbon: The Ultimate Off-Road Truck Gets a Bold New Look... Hennessey Performance Engineering (HPE), the renowned Texas-based hypercar manufacturer and high-performance vehicle creator, has announced the latest enhancement to its already impressive MAMMOTH TRX lineup. https://moparinsiders.com/hpe-unveils-sleek-carbon-edition-upgrades-for-mammoth-1000-trx/

Dodge Is Using Irish Folklore To Build Up To Its Move To Electrification Teaser Isn't Just About Reveal Being Close To St. Patrick's Day... Dodge has just released its first full video teaser for the seventh and final 2023 “Last Call” special-edition model. The teaser, titled “Runnin’ Hyde,” suggests a powerful metamorphosis at the core of the ultimate Dodge special-edition vehicle. https://moparinsiders.com/dodge-is-using-irish-folklore-to-build-up-to-its-move-to-electrification/

AUCTION: 2005 Dodge Magnum RT With Only 3,200 Miles On The Odometer Check Out This Rare Modern Mopar Gem... If you’re a fan of modern Mopars, the 2005 Dodge Magnum RT is definitely worth your attention. This particular model has remained registered to its original owner in Ohio since leaving the dealer and was recently acquired by a selling dealer in February 2023. With just under 3,200 miles on the digital odometer, this car is practically brand new. https://moparinsiders.com/auction-2005-dodge-magnum-rt-with-only-3200-miles-on-the-odometer/

Stellantis Has Authorized A Program To Repurchase Shares Strong Cash Flow & Balance Sheet Enable Buyback Program... Stellantis’ Board of Directors has greenlit a share buyback program worth up to €1.5 billion ($1.59 billion USD), to be executed on the market and aimed at canceling the common shares bought back. The purchase will occur on NYSE/Euronext Milan/Euronext Paris from now until December 31st, 2023. This initiative is made possible by the company’s robust balance sheet and considerable cash flow generation, providing adequate liquidity to weather economic and market fluctuations while delivering appealing capital returns to shareholders. https://moparinsiders.com/stellantis-has-authorized-a-program-to-repurchase-shares/

Ram Mexico Teases Its New 2023 Ram 700 Longhorn Subcompact Pickup Ram's Smallest Global Offering Gets The 'Western' Treatment... With the introduction of the 2023 Ram 700, the concept of a small pickup has been completely redefined in the Mexican market. This vehicle is unmatched in its class, offering exceptional versatility, technology, and capability to meet the needs of both commercial industries like construction and trade, as well as lifestyle activities. https://moparinsiders.com/ram-mexico-teases-its-new-2023-ram-700-longhorn-subcompact-pickup/

Meet The Off-Road-Oriented 2023 Ram 1000 Rebel For Latin America The Compact Ram Is Getting Ready To Take On The Ford Maverick In LATAM... While the Ford Maverick and Hyundai Santa Cruz compact pickups have continued to make headlines in the U.S. and Canada, the Ram brand continues to provide similar compact pickup offerings outside the North American market. https://moparinsiders.com/meet-the-off-road-oriented-2023-ram-1000-rebel-for-latin-america/

AUCTION: 1999 Dodge Ram 1500 Sport Regular Cab 4×4 with 26,000 Miles The Real Ram Tough Truck... A 1999 Dodge Ram 1500 4×4 with only 26,000 miles has hit the market, and it’s a rare find indeed. According to the seller on the popular auction website BringATrailer.com, the truck remained registered to the original owner in Missouri before the selling dealer acquired it in September 2022. https://moparinsiders.com/auction-1999-dodge-ram-1500-sport-regular-cab-4x4-with-26000-miles/

Alfa Romeo, Chrysler, Jeep®, & Ram Win Car and Driver Editors’ Choice Awards Ram 1500, 1500 TRX, & 2500/3500 Remain on Editors' Choice List... Car and Driver has announced the winners of its annual Editors’ Choice honors, selecting eight repeat winners from the Alfa Romeo, Chrysler, Jeep®, and Ram brands for the 2023 edition. https://moparinsiders.com/alfa-romeo-chrysler-jeep-ram-win-car-and-driver-editors-choice-awards/

Dodge’s Fratzonic Chambered Exhaust Takes On A New Sound Adds More Of That Classic Muscle Car Rumble, But Continues To Be Refined... Automakers are constantly seeking new ways to add emotion and sound to their electric powertrains, and Dodge has taken a unique approach to this challenge with their Fratzonic Chambered Exhaust system. While most battery-electric vehicles are known for their quiet electric motors, the Charger Daytona SRT Banshee Concept produces a powerful 126 dB roar that matches the SRT HELLCAT. https://moparinsiders.com/dodges-fratzonic-chambered-exhaust-takes-on-a-new-sound