Recent content by bill burke

Without a doubt the only way for Dodge to return to its recent glory is to build something like this amazing, but very easily done, performance coupe. I avoided the term “muscle car” with purpose because the hefty Charger is not a muscle car but a large and with the right accessories...

Not to belabor our conversation, but that was my exact impression, someone at Chrysler styling is hung up on that 200/ Pacifica van front end real bad and so “here we go again” on a look that sunk the overall really poorly done 200 and had to be changed on the Pacifica. Oh yes by the way on the...

I think we are saying the same thing, the Airflow IS too cookie cutter and although the basic elements of SUVs or a flying spur as I view the Airflow are commonly shared, things like grills, front fenders, body accents and tail lights make a huge difference that demand classic brand cues to set...

About time! Chrysler fans have been trying to help the clueless leadership at Chrysler to study, appreciate and understand the Chrysler brand heritage and culture. Technical innovation, bold styling consistent with its clearly identifiable brand cues, cutting edge engineering in an affordable...

As I stated, Maserati and less so Alfa Romeo should not and can not currently be evaluated against the long standing, far better financed and longer established luxury import brands. That does not mean they should not challenge the status quo and perhaps take a page from the Genesis brand and...

At first blush I had two reactions, first, what blasphemy of the Ramcharger legacy and two, is this a joke? Now I’m not laughing as this Ram just might be a great product. As Tim said, a big maybe. Now I’m blushing a bit with embarrassment, Tim just made his point to silly old me.

Maserati, just love their cars except the Grecale, which I tested and saw little difference for the extra money from my son’s Alfa Rome Stelvio. These two brands do not have the brand range, the dealership network or the visibility to go neck to neck with the likes of Mercedes, BMW and Audi...

I’ll give the two brands some free advice. Speed up the refresh, replace time on aging vehicles. Don’t announce replacements until they are fully ready for release for sale. Build on the appeal of Italian luxury such as generated by Gucci, Prada, Ferrari and such. Italian sells. Improve build...

Still love the Wagoneer as some form of luxury Jeep sub brand. Keep supporting the Wagoneer Jeepsters, it has so much going for it. Here on Jeep loving Long Island they are doing well. It does have a following. Marketing needs more exposure. I’m a fan of this idea, still.

Good excuse to pause the Daytona production and get the Six Packs moving. Time to stop the madness, retool to build ICE cars for every brand including Chrysler and start fresh. I’m sympathetic to workers, but their ambitions must match reality. It could come down to pay cuts or the unemployment...

Bought the original O24 (gray/black) used from my local dealer for commuting to work. Loved the looks, but it was a piece of junk. Doors could not open, slow, struggled to even get up steep hills with four passengers. Traded it for a new Dodge Daytona Turbo Z, which I loved. A new similarly...

Truck guys, especially commercial customers, should take the lead on this truck. I’m not a truck guy so this does nothing for me except hoping it does well and consumers are pleased with the purchase. To me it is a bit unusual in its set up and the appeal to the market seems limited.

No pain, no gain. We all have to have some skin in the game to get this done. I feel for these guys. Hit home three years ago when a family member lost his job when his company “downsized” with a WOKE agenda at its core. Very obviously political. Took over a year to find a serious job, but...

Have not seen a single Charger anywhere, so no surprise at the numbers that are probably inflated with employee discounted transactions. Only hope going forward is the four door SixPack which should generate good sales. The Daytonas will sit on lots waiting for buyers for months costing dealers...

No panic here, but some trepidation might be more accurate. Things will get better once new product people actually want hits the market. The Charger needs the Six Pack and four door desperately. Borderline panic in Dodge circles might be infectious if things don’t change fast however. My...