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Dodge/SRT Offers Incredible Driving Experience for Customers

Dodge/SRT alliance Dodge/SRT buyers will be definitely impressed by the alliance between Dodge and Bob Bondurant School of High Performance Driving in order to create “The Official High Performance Driving School of Dodge/SRT.”

Starting on January 1, 2016, Dodge fans and buyers will have the chance to purchase 2015 or 2016 Dodge/SRT that will also include professional instructions and time to tack and develop their individual driving skills in a single performance-oriented package. How cool is that?

Dodge will provide about 100 SRT vehicles, which include and the 707-hp (519 kW) Charger and Challenger SRT Hellcast models. Furthermore, Bondurant’s whole lineup of vehicles will be converted to Dodge Chargers, Challengers and Vipers. All the participants who manage to qualify will also have the incredible opportunity to drive the well-known Dodge Viper SCR: the fastest street-legal Viper track ever created.

And when participants arrive at the Bob Bondurant School of High Performance Driving in Arizona, they can also combine advanced street driving skills with some neat race techniques and hours of track time for unmatched driving experience. The lessons include skid control, accidental avoidance, line technique and a lead-and-follow session.

Dodge/SRT alliance

SRT customers will also have a period of a year to purchase or lease date to take advantage of the Bob Bondurant School. And at the same time Dodge will give eligible customers access to the school and vehicles for track driving. All the participants can make a trip out of the experience, provided that they take all the responsibility for their own hotel and travels.

Source: Dodge

November 4, 2015

Liberty Walk Dodge Challenger Hellcat Goes Green

Liberty Walk Dodge Challenger Hellcat might seem to you as a very common name if you follow our blog regularly. And it is common. We have seen a similar car a couple of months ago, which was the result of the joint work of Liberty Walk and SR Auto Group. Unlike the first white car, this example comes in toxic green exterior color and this and no other reason (like electric motor) makes the vehicle go green.

The pure raw American muscle car is basically another angry cat that has come out of SR Auto’s bag. The Canadian tuning specialists have given it a Liberty Walk wide body kit. And we must admit that it gives the Dodge menacing and fierce look.

Liberty Walk Dodge Challenger Hellcat Rear and Side view

Just like the white Hellcat, the widened body was supported by Airrex air suspension system, which lowers the height of the Challenger significantly. The lowered ride height and the wider body proportions just screamed that they need new wheels.

So, the expert heard that and decided to install a set of forged three-piece PUR LG05 wheels with a matte black diamond face and polished step lip. With a compressor in the trunk, the lines run through to all four corners to increase and decrease pressure. Oh, and have we mentioned that the wheels measure 20-inches?

But there is still one problem. We can not decide which car we like better: the white one or the green one? What’s your choice?

Source: SR Auto Group

September 25, 2015

Blacktop is the new Black for 2016 Dodge Challenger

2016 Dodge Challenger Blacktop Front View 2016 Dodge Challenger has just received a new Blacktop Appearance Package and we can’t get enough of looking at it! There is so much beauty in it! And we are definitely glad that it is back on the market, so that it can make more customers happier. Company’s “blacked out” appearance will be available for 2016 Dodge Challenger SXT and SXT Plus models.

These two produce no lees than 305 horsepower, but when it comes to stronger force of up to 375 horsepower, the HEMI V-8 equipped Challenger R/T and R/T Plus models are also in the game. I mean that they will also get the limited edition pack.

Meet the Blacktop

2016 Dodge Challenger Blacktop Rear View

Challenger Blacktop rides on huge wheels measuring 20-inch and featuring five-spoke Gloss Black aluminum design. All-season tires are the perfect compliment for them. The theme continues with the Gloss Black grill, which by the way was inspired by the 1971’ models.

We can also see that there are Satin Black finishes on the deck-lid spoiler and fuel-filler door, so they add a little bit more masculinity to the appearance. The one-of-a-kind look of the car is rounded out by a “strobe” designed dual stripe that runs from nose-to-tail.

Blacktop in the Cabin?

2016 Dodge Challenger Blacktop Front and Side View

Yes, the styling package continues inside. The cabin of the SXT and R/T models is wrapped in premium black cloth, while the SXT Plus and R/T Plus models get the standard Nappa and perforated Nappa leather also in black. The steering wheel is delivered by Dodge Performance, and it features Dark Anodized paddle shifters. K-Black bezels accentuate the Dark Brushed II aluminum instrument panel and there are also aluminum center console bezels.

The 1971-inspiration is featured in the interior via the ‘tic-toc-tach” gauges with Gloss Black inner and outer cluster rings. Under the waistline there are also velour floor mats with the company’s logo embroidered in Tungsten.

And How About More Technology?

There are more goodies for those who have considered buying the Challenger Blackout. If you are keen on driving an SXT or an R/T, then you will also get ParkView rear backup as a standard. The SXT specification comes fitted with fog lamps at no additional cost. How cool is that?

Source: Dodge

September 4, 2015

Are you a fan of muscle-cars? 2015 Challenger Dream Giveaway has something for you then!

2015 HellcatX Dodge Challenger SRT

History tends to repeat itself in various forms and various manners. This happens in the car-manufacturing world quite often too. One model inherits something from its predecessor and follows the path of progression of the first-born. Dodge Challenger SRT Hellcat X is an example of such case where old automobile history reincarnates some of its aspect into a new automotive body.

It won’t be an exaggeration if we say that perhaps every muscle-car lover keeps a poster of the Hellcat X on their wall, dreaming of owning one such jewelry. Well, they should be more than delighted to find out that there is light in the tunnel. And no, it is not the approaching train. It is rather the light of a unique opportunity. Now 2015 Challenger Dream Giveaway® gives a chance to people to enter a competition and win a one-off prize package which includes precisely, the Dodge Challenger in question and the 1970 Dodge Challenger R/T.

Inspired by the U.S. Aviation prototype XF6F Hellcat, the supercharged Dodge Challenger Hellcat X is loaded with a 2L HEMI engine that is capable of generating 805 HP. The car is built in honor of WWII pilots of Hellcat fighter aircraft. This one-of-a-kind supercar excites with accented front grille surround, center hood scoop, Navy-inspired raw-aluminum hood extractors, hand-made rear diffusor and, lastly, adaptable high-speed chin spoiler as well as deck lid spoiler. Inside the car exclusivity keeps running as the winner will find embroidered Hellcat X callouts on the front seat backs and on the floor mats.

The other beauty, 1970 Dodge Challenger R/T, on the other hand dazzles with well-known high-performance features like a 440 Magnum V-8 engine, Pistol Grip four-speed, and a Supergrip limited-slip rear. Leaving the factory assembly line 45 years ago, the R/T had already established itself as a rare one. This Dodge Challenger was one of less than 100 black Challenger vehicles which adopted the 440 U-code/four-speed package. An interesting fact about it is that exactly this car was used in a TV commercial called “Revolution Reborn” which showcased “Dodge’s DNA of American exceptionalism then and now.”

Does this sound tempting to you? Well, do not hesitate then and enter the competition in order to get one of these unmatched cars.

Source: Dream Giveaway via Youtube

July 23, 2015

Liberty Walk and SR Auto Unite for Monstrous Dodge Challenger Hellcat

Liberty Walk Dodge Challenger Hellcat. This is the answer to the question “What is common between United States, Canada and Japan?” You might also ask, what does Canada have to do with it. Well, this is actually the first Liberty Walk Hellcat unleashed in Vancouver by our fellows at SR Auto Group. In addition, they also added some extra detailing, that makes the muscle car look even more astonishing!

Just take a look at the pictures below! I am already in love with this car, looking so menacing, purposeful and at the same time carrying something from the spirit of the legendary Challenger. I also adore the Liberty Walk kit, which seems that fits perfectly to the Dodge. And have you spotted the wheels?

Balance Between Old and New

Continuing to the details here, basically the tuners at SR Auto added the front and rear fender flares from Liberty Walk’s kit. After doing this, something still didn’t feel right. And it was the height of the car. Actually, no Liberty Walk car would be complete without bringing it straight to the ground. This has happened with the help of Airrex Air System, which literally dropped the Dodge to the pavement.

At last, the experts added classy PUR LG01 wheels in gloss gold with polished step lip. They come in size of 20-inch at all four corners. And this is the element of the tuning which gives the car that good-old look we all love.

It is always nice to see such great projects, isn’t it? Only one thing makes me very sad. SR Auto didn’t say how much the car costs, so that I could start sparing some money.

Source: SR Auto Group

July 10, 2015

Dodge Challenger Hellcat Arrives in Europe

Dodge Challenger SRT Hellcat can be already acquired in Europe and responsible for this are the specialists at GeigerCars.de. The most powerful production muscle car with 707 hp, which will also make prominent appearance in ‘Furious 7’, is showed here with some stylish tweaks which need some attention and can be seen in the gallery below.

An interesting fact, that is not so popular, is that the Hellcat 6.2-litre V8 unit under the hood of this Dodge is actually based on the larger displacement 6.4-litre, 492 hp engine. The latter we have seen powering the Challenger SRT 392. The difference here is that the first one includes a twin-screw supercharger, while the second is naturally-aspirated.

There is therefore no question where these 707 hp (567 kW) come from. The torque that we haven’t mentioned is measured at 881 Nm (650 lb-ft). This results in a 3.7 seconds acceleration time for the 0-100 km/h sprint and a V-max of 320 km/h.

Because the engine is that powerful it requires a huge quantity of cooling air. This is why the Challenger received this new nose with big intakes behind which are positioned four large intercoolers.

The impressive exterior paint finish of this particular car is complemented by aggressive matt black graphics. All of this is then mimicked in the ‘Slingshot’ wheels. They are black, multispoked and include and outer green strip. The size of the alloys is 9.5 x 20-inches while this of the tyres – 275/40R20. Oh, and do you notice the 390 mm two-piece Brembo brakes behind the wheels?

GeigerCars.de will offer all interested a huge variety of paint and trim options, while inside the choice is between Nappa leather with Alcantara and Laguna premium leather treatment. And if you already wonder about the price, it is 86,000 Euros which equals around $90,620 US Dollars. Although this is pretty impressive amount of money, we must admit that there is no other car on the European market with these powerful capabilities.

Source: GeigerCars.de

March 12, 2015

Dodge Returns the Shaker to the Challenger Lineup

Dodge is shaking the muscle car scene because it has opened the orders for the new Challenger Shaker models. With this step the company is celebrating the 45 years of the functional “cold-air grabbing” hood scoop that “shakes” with the legendary HEMI V-8 engine’s movement. The models in the range are three: 2015 Challenger R/T Shaker, R/T Plus Shaker and first-ever 392 HEMI Scat Pack Shaker.

The legendary “cold-air grabbing” Shaker comes equipped in Satin Black center-mounted hood scoop. Its function is to direct cooler air back into the engine. In addition, the functional Shaker hood features a Mopar cold-air intake, conical air filter and optimized air box for improved airflow and performance. When one lifts the hood, they will find a “Shaker” graphic which is reminiscent of the 1970s original.

The Challenger R/T Shaker is driven by the 5.7-liter HEMI V-8 engine delivering up to 375 horsepower (275 kW) and 555 Nm (410 lb-ft) of torque. It can be equipped with the new TorqueFlite eight-speed transmission.

This car also features some distinctive elements like the Satin Black Shaker graphic stripes and the black cloth performance seats with Ballistic 2 inserts and Tungsten accent stitching. Other benefits are the 20-inch polished aluminum satin finish wheels with black pockets and the projector fog lamps.

For this model Dodge made a Super Track Pak that adds goodies like a lowering system, Bilstein shock absorbers, high-performance brakes, three-mode electronic stability control and Goodyear Eagle F1 rubbers. 2015 Dodge Challenger R/T Shaker model has a starting price of $35,495 USD.

Challenger R/T Plus Shaker builts on the previous model by adding heated and ventilated Nappa leather performance, leather-wrapped steering wheel with power tilt-and-telescoping column, Uconnect 8.4-inch touchscreen, 3-D navigation-capable, six premium speakers and 276-watt digital amplifier. The exterior stance is strengthened by the standard 20-by-9-inch matte black lightweight forged aluminum wheels. 2015 Dodge Challenger R/T Plus Shaker is priced at $38,495 USD.

At the top of the range sits the Challenger 392 HEMI Scat Pack Shaker, crowned the “King of all Shakers.” It is driven by the 6.4-liter 392 HEMI V-8 engine, delivering 485 horsepower (357 kW) and 644 Nm (475 lb-ft) of torque.

The unit can be mated with either the six-speed manual or the new TorqueFlite eight-speed transmission. Other styling and functional goodies in this edition are the Scat Pack fender badge, 392 HEMI Shaker hood badge, 180 mph primary speedometer, active stainless steel performance dual exhaust system, 220-amp alternator, Brembo four-piston high-performance brake package and 20-by-9-inch polished aluminum wheels.

Scat Pack Appearance Group is “invented” for those wanting the best of the best. This is an additional package which will give the 392 HEMI Scat Pack Shaker model Satin Black Bumble Bee rear stripe, Scat Pack-logo embroidered performance seats in Black or Ruby Red Nappa leather, animated “Scat Pack” Bumble Bee splash screen and 20-by-9-inch lightweight forged matte black aluminum wheels. 2015 Dodge Challenger 392 HEMI Scat Pack Shaker has a starting $42,495 USD.

Source: Dodge

February 16, 2015

2015 Dodge Challenger Gets Five Stars from NHTSA

We have great news for all Challenger fans: the 2015 Dodge Challenger coupe has earned a five-star overall safety rating from the U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). As you are familiar, this is the highest possible safety rating given by the Administration. Dodge brand says that this is a result of its commitment to expand the advanced safety technologies featured in the muscle car.

NHTSA had also highlighted the characteristics of Forward Collision Warning (FCW). This system includes forward-facing sensors programmed to detect the potential for frontal collisions. It they are detected, the driver is alerted with visual and audible warnings. More importantly, the 2015 Challenger is the only muscle car in its segment that has this capability.

Next to the FCW there are also more than 70 available safety and security features. For instance such are the Blind-Spot Monitoring and Rear Cross-Path Detection. As a matter of fact, in the individual crash-tests conducted by NHTSA the Dodge got five stars in front- and side-impacts.

The new model builds on the legacy of the previous generation. It features an exterior design which is 1971-inspired. The same design theme is included in the interior and is visible through the high-sill center console, driver-focused instrument panel and aluminum bezels.

Customers can chose from three powerful engines. Each is mated with the new TorqueFlite eight-speed automatic transmission as a standard. The first unit is the 3.6-liter Pentastar V-6 which produces delivers 305 horsepower (224 kW).

Next is the 5.7-liter HEMI V-8 with up to 375 horsepower (275 kW) and 555 Nm (410 lb.-ft.). At the top of the range sits the 6.4-liter HEMI V-8 with an estimated 485 horsepower (357 kW) and 644 Nm (475-lb.-ft.) of torque. It accelerates the car from 0 to 60 mph in the mid-4 second range.

2015 Dodge Challenger has a starting price of $26,995 USD.

Source: Dodge

December 19, 2014

Dodge Challenger SRT Hellcat VIN0001 Raises $1.65 Million for Charity

The first production Dodge Challenger SRT Hellcat with VIN0001 has been auctioned at Barrett-Jackson in Las Vegas for $825,000 USD. The proceeds will benefit the Opportunity Village. This is a not-for-profit organization that serves people with significant intellectual disabilities in the Las Vegas area. Rick Hendrick, who is the owner of Hendrick Motorsports and several Chrysler Group dealerships, was the winning bidder at the auction.

What is more, the Engelstad Family Foundation of Las Vegas matched the auction price, bringing the grand total raised for Opportunity Village to $1.65 million US dollars. This is a historical moment, because with this generous donation, the Dodge Challenger SRT Hellcat raised more money for charity than any other car in Barrett-Jackson history.

The most powerful muscle car ever built will also make a powerful impact on the people who benefit from the services of Opportunity Village. The VIN0001 muscle car is also the ultimate collectible. This one-of-one special edition is powered by the 6.2-liter supercharged HEMI V-8 engine delivering 707 horsepower (520 kW) and 880 Nm (650 lb.-ft.) of torque.

The car also has a 0001 vehicle identification number (VIN) as well as an NHRA-certified quarter-mile time of 10.8 seconds at 126 mph with drag radials. In addition, this is the only Dodge Challenger to ever have a Viper-exclusive Stryker Red exterior. It has been hand-painted at the Dodge Viper paint facility and it includes special Hellcat badging on the instrument panel and supercharger, specific VIN documentation and one-of-a-kind memorabilia.

The powertrain of the Challenger SRT Hellcat VIN0001 is coupled with a class-exclusive TorqueFlite eight-speed paddle-shift automatic transmission with rev-matching downshifts. The car also features 15.4-inch Brembo front disc brakes with two-piece rotors and six-piston calipers, and 20-by-9.5-inch lightweight matte black forged-aluminum wheels.

The interior is with new design and trimmed in premium Black Laguna leather on performance-oriented seats. Inside, there is also a modern dash layout including the 8.4-inch Uconnect touchscreen and an authentic forged-aluminum supercharger plenum cover under the hood.

Furthermore, the auction package also features a 6.2-liter supercharger engine cover and a HEMI Orange painted base presentation box with a VIN0001 electronic vehicle build book and a video documentary on an iPad mini that shows the step-by-step build process of the car. And if you wonder what is in the presentation box, well Dodge says that there are still shots, vehicle footage, a customized key fob holder, an authentic Dodge Challenger SRT Hellcat embossed Laguna Leather iPad sleeve, a SRT Hellcat lithograph and unique “birth certificate” for VIN0001.

Source: Dodge

September 30, 2014

Dodge Challenger SRT Hellcat Achieves 22 mpg on the Highway

It is no secret that the 2015 Dodge Challenger SRT Hellcat is the most powerful muscle car ever built. This is due to its 6.2-liter supercharged HEMI Hellcat V-8 engine which produces 707 horsepower. In addition, the unit is mated to the TorqueFlite eight-speed automatic transmission, which contributes towards the result of 22 miles per gallon for the highway fuel-economy rating, estimated from the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA).

Considering the price, output and highway fuel-economy ratings of cars like the Aventador Roadster (700 hp), Aston Marton Vanquish (576 hp) and Mercedes SLS AMG GT (583 hp), Challenger SRT Hellcat carves a special place for itself in the lofty world of high-performance driving.

The unique Hellcat engine benefits from content that is 91 percent new. It is engineered in-house and is designed for optimum durability. It features forged-steel crankshaft which have induction-hardened bearing surfaces, thus offering a capacity to withstand firing pressures of 1,595 psi (110 bar).

The premium-grade, heat-treated aluminum-alloy cylinder heads were improved for thermal conductivity. These are topped by a twin-screw 2,380-cc/rev supercharger which includes integral charge coolers and an integrated electronic bypass to regulate boost pressure to a maximum of 80 kPa (11.6 psi).

Furthermore, there is a separate low-temperature cooling circuit with two air/coolant heat exchangers that is integrated into the supercharger housing and that keeps air temperatures below 140 degrees Fahrenheit (60 degrees Celsius). At the same time it enables air flow of up to 30,000 liters per minute.

Next, Dodge‘s TorqueFlite eight-speed automatic transmission has 30 percent greater maximum engine-torque capacity than any Chrysler eight-speed transmission. In addition, the transmission features one additional pinion gear in each of the 1st and 3rd gear sets, and five more clutch-pack disks – two in clutch E and one each in clutches A, C and D. More importantly, what makes the gearbox so special is the 7.03 ratio spread. It enables the powerful HEMI Hellcat to operate in its most efficient mode.

When the Challenger SRT Hellcat is equipped with a six-speed manual transmission it achieves highway fuel-economy rating of 21 mpg. The sporty gearbox has an internal cooling pump and vehicle-mounted (external) oil cooler and its 258-mm heavy-duty clutch affords easy access to HEMI Hellcat’s exhilarating power.

Source: Dodge

September 18, 2014

Dodge Challenger A/T Untamed Concept: Muscle Car or an Off-Roader?

Dodge Challenger A/T Untamed Concept combines two worlds: the one of the iconic American muscle car and the one of the off-road universe. This Challenger is sleek enough for the city nightlife and rough enough for the off-road landscape. It visual appearance looks extreme and because of this it catches the attention immediately. It looks “more muscle” than ever. Joey Ruiter, who is responsible for this incredible work, pushed the performance, power and capabilities of the iconic Dodge from the street to the dirt.He has customized almost everything – from body armor to racing seats, this ride is “ready for some serious use”. Precisely, the car has received new front long travel arms, rear trailing arm with links and body armor with rock sliders. The designer has also added new fender flares, front skid plate, integrated lower light bar and of course the distinctive A/T logo badge.But if you think that the customization stopped here, you might take into consideration the following body modifications, which include wheel well trimming, inner fender wall construction, exhaust tuck and reposition, off-road tool storage and spare tire truck mount.As one can see the muscle car form the outside has some graphic twin striping. Furthermore, being a true off-roader with some serious amount of power under the hood (just thinks about the Hellcat engine), the car needed more safety equipment. Unfortunately this project is only in a concept form, but we are impatient to see it become a reality very soon!

September 1, 2014

2015 Mopar Dodge Challenger Drag Pak [video]

Mopar has unveiled the specially prepared 2015 Dodge Challenger Drag Pak. The race car will be exhibited this weekend at the Lucas Oil Raceway during the NHRA event. The modified vehicle has received a number of upgrades including mainly performance upgrades.

The engine is a 7.0 liter (426 cubic inches) HEMI V8 completely rebuilt. It comes with an aluminum block, steel liners and custom calibration. The engine is mated to a Chrysler-based 727 automatic transmission. There is a race-style shifter with integral line lock. The torque is sent to the rear wheels via an aluminum driveshaft.

The interior comes with a few Mopar upgrades like custom gauges, 2 bucket seats, safety nets and harness as well as a roll cage. The vehicle is equipped with 15” racing wheels fitted with 28×4.5” front and 30×9” rear. The braking system is prepared by Precision Performance – rotors, calipers and master cylinder.

The front suspension features adjustable compression and rebound. At the rear sits a four-link setup with a Panhard bar, rear solid axle with 9” aluminum third member, rear shocks with adjustable compression and rebound, and an anti-sway bar.

Stay tuned for official data and pricing!

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