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Mopar ’14 Dodge Challenger Sold Out

2014 Mopar Dodge Challenger Limited Edition has just been made available in the dealerships across the United States and has already been sold out. It took only one day for the new muscle car to vanish out from the market, with the total number of 100 examples sold. This makes the Mopar ’14 Challenger the rarest limited-production Dodge offered up to date.

This clearly demonstrates that Mopar-modified vehicles are preferred by customers who want to show out their individuality. This latest model in the line-up is based on the Dodge Challenger R/T Shaker. Mopar’s personalizations offer two exterior color options and three Mopar Blue stripe options.

The car is equipped with a 5.7-liter HEMI® V-8 engine, features unique Satin Black Shaker hood scoop, runs on 20 x 8-inch Gloss Black aluminum wheels with Mopar center caps and has unique Black Vapor grille surround, a black fuel-filler door, a Satin Black deck-lid spoiler with Gloss Black “Mopar Design” badge and “Mopar” quarter-glass decals.

Inside, the model has been upgraded with premium leather seats including the Mopar Blue accent thread and Mopar Omega M logos embroidered on the seat backs. Also throughout the interior can be seen serialized instrument panel plaque, “Mopar” branded key fobs, a custom-crafted personalized owner’s kit and much more.

Furthermore customers can benefit from the following available features offered exclusively by Mopar: short-throw shifter, cat-back exhaust, performance suspension, lowering springs, Electronic Vehicle Tracking System (EVTS), performance badges, hood pin kit, car cover, door-sill guards, sequential taillight kit, premium floor mats or slush mats, chrome exhaust tip, fuel-filler door, wheel locks, interior trim bezel kit and Mopar Shaker hood.

Source: Dodge

April 3, 2014

Mopar Shows Dodge Dart Pro Stock Ready For NHRA Gatornationals

Dodge Dart is Mopar’s latest Pro Stock class vehicle, which made its public debut at the National Hot Rod Association (NHRA) Gatornationals this weekend. The model was developed on a virtual platform with the utilization of production-based technologies and many techniques typically used in the development of the street vehicles.

This Mopar enhanced Dart was then tested and validated with the aerodynamic wind tunnel, and eventually has made its first test runs at Bradenton Motorsports Park. This made the car perfectly ready to arrive in Gainesville for the third national event on the NHRA Mello Yello Drag racing season.

In fact, two Dodge Dart cars made their competition debut this weekend. With its new Dart, Mopar is proving for another time its motorsports credentials. In addition, the HEMI- powered Dodge Dart also carries the “Magneti Marelli Quality Auto Parts Offered by Mopar” label in order to celebrate the partnership between Mopar and Magneti Marelli.

GEN II 426 Race HEMI ‘Elephant’ paint scheme was also revealed on Hagan’s DSR Dodge Charger R/T in order to celebrate the 50th anniversary of Mopar’s commitment to professional motorsports competition. Since the beginning, the brand has achieved numerous accomplishment of breaking many speed and performance barriers.

Source: Dodge

March 17, 2014

2014 Dodge Journey SE Gets V6 Engine And AWD

2014 Dodge Journey SE V-6 AWD is offering a seven-passenger seating. As visible from the name, the model will be equipped with Pentastar 3.6-liter V-6 engine and all-wheel drive (AWD) and will be based on Journey’s SE trim level.

Furthermore, this Dodge will be equipped with wide variety of features that come as a standard. Precisely, they include 17-inch wheels, four-wheel disc brakes with ABS and Electronic Stability Control (ESC), seven airbags, 4.3-inch touchscreen Uconnect Media Center, Keyless Enter ‘n Go with push-button start, power windows, power door locks, power heated mirrors, remote keyless entry, tilt-and-telescoping steering column, cruise control, deep-tint sunscreen glass, black side roof rails and LED tail lamps.

As mentioned, the vehicle will be driven by the 3.6-liter Pentastar V-6 engine, which produces 283 horsepower (208 kW) and 352 Nm (260 lb.-ft.) of torque and is coupled with a smooth-shifting six-speed automatic transmission. Despite this amount of power, the unit is also capable of delivering up to 24 mpg on the highway in AWD Journey models.

The next exclusive feature here worth mentioning is Journey’s all-wheel drive system, which is ideal for drivers who want extra grip or extra traction. The AWD works on demand, driving only the front wheels until power to the rear wheels is needed in order to maximize fuel efficiency.

All-wheel drive also is activated on dry pavement between speeds of 25 and 65 mph. This of course, enhances handling during performance driving. Additionally, this system provides added traction on snow, ice and other low-traction surfaces without having to be switched on and off.

When the car is driven faster than 25 mph, Dodge Journey’s all-wheel-drive system sends torque to the rear wheels when cornering with the throttle open to make the car turn more easily. At help here also comes the electronically controlled coupling (ECC). At speeds greater than 53 mph, the torque to the rear wheels is minimal (in cases of normal driving conditions) and provides better fuel economy.

What is more, the new Journey model is equipped with standard electronic stability control (ESC) and all-speed traction control. Vehicle’s AWD and ECC work together with the ESC and traction control systems, allowing the ESC system to use the ECC to help gain control of the vehicle. Also standard here are the four-wheel anti-lock brakes and electronic-roll mitigation.

2014 Dodge Journey SE V-6 AWD is currently available in dealerships.

Source: Dodge

March 13, 2014

2014 Dodge Challenger R/T Shaker Goes On Sale

2014 Dodge Challenger R/T Shaker was initially introduced at SEMA show in Las Vegas last November. Since then Dodge dealers ordered the entire production run the model in just four days – this makes a total of 2 000 orders, or a 500 orders a day on average.

The Challenger R/T Shaker has five exterior paint finishes: Billet Silver Metallic, Bright White, Pitch Black, Plum Crazy, TorRed and Header Orange. The model looks extremely aggressive and sports Satin Black center-mounted hood scoop, which also directs cooler air back into the 5.7-liter HEMI V-8 engine. The unit produces over 542 Nm (400 lb.-ft.) of torque.

The functional Shaker hood has a Mopar cold-air intake, conical air filter, optimized air box, driver-selectable sport-mode powertrain calibration, performance-tuned suspension, four-wheel disc brakes and steering calibration.

What is more, the limited edition model also includes the Super Track Pak. The latter comprises of a high-performance steering gear, brake linings and monotube shock absorbers, P245/45R20 Goodyear Eagle F1 Super Car three-season tires and three-mode electronic stability control (ESC) with “full off” mode.

But this is not all: the designers have also added here “Shaker style” Satin Black hood, roof and deck-lid stripe graphics, and Satin Black deck-lid spoiler. They make a perfect contrast to the body-color grille surround and Gloss Black fuel-filler door.

The Shaker runs on 20 x 8-inch polished-face aluminum wheels with black pockets and a satin “matte” clear coat in a five-spoke design. Other details here include “Shaker” badges on the sides of the hood scoop, “HEMI” fender badges and a new “Challenger” grille badge.

The interior of this Dodge includes three-spoke flat-bottom leather-wrapped performance steering wheel with black accent finish and integrated vehicle controls. In harmony with the steering wheel is the “K-Black” painted instrument panel and center-console bezel.

Furthermore, one can also see on the inside high-performance front seats in Nappa Leather in Dark Slate Gray with Sepia accent stitching. The other option for the seats is the Radar Red color with Radar Red stitching. In both cases, they include the “Shaker” logo embroidered on the seat’s back. Moreover, the center console armrest is also leather wrapped. The car is fitted with an available 6.5-inch Uconnect touchscreen.

2014 Dodge Challenger R/T Shaker is currently available in dealerships with a starting price of $36,995 USD.

Source: Dodge

February 27, 2014

2014 Avorza Dodge Ram 3500 Black and Red [video]

Here is a video with some highlights of 2014 Avorza Dodge Ram 3500 Black & Red Edition prepared by Alex Vega The Auto Firm. The vehicle comes with styling modifications only.The stylish pick-up truck is finished in finished in black metallic paint and comes with a lot red accents – headlights, emblems, side signs and two-tone wheels fitted with low-profile Pirelli tires. The tuned Ram 3500 also comes with fully-adjustable air suspension.The power is coming from a 6.7 liter inline-six Cummins diesel – 350HP (260 kW) and 880Nm (650 lb-ft) of torque. The engine is connected to a 6-speed automatic gearbox.httpv://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5YKKop912H8

February 10, 2014

SRT Debuts Three 2014 Satin Vapor Editions In Chicago

SRT brand is expanding lineup for the 2014 model year with three exclusive new models carrying the name Satin Vapor Editions. Precisely, the modification will be done for the following vehicles: Chrysler 300 SRT, Dodge Challenger SRT and Dodge Charger SRT.

The modified models can be currently viewed at the Chicago Auto Show, where they have made their debut yesterday. SRT’s Satin Vapor Edition packages were specifically designed to fit the personality of each model.

All three vehicles are fitted with 20-inch by-9-inch forged-aluminum split five-spoke wheels that are finished in Black Satin Vapor Chrome. Another important “detail” in common is the engine, which is the 6.4-liter HEMI V-8 engine.

The unit generates 470 horsepower (351 kW) and 470 lb.-ft. (637 Nm) of torque, and thanks to the use of an active valve exhaust system which allows the Fuel Saver Technology to engage over a wide rpm range, the cars can achieve up to 23 mpg highway.

To start with the first vehicle, the 2014 Chrysler 300 SRT Satin Vapor Edition adds over the common enhancements Satin Black mirrors, Satin Black spoiler, grey 6.4-liter HEMI badge, Satin Black roof and red Brembo calipers. Here, the designers have offered the cistomers the choice of Bright White, Billet Silver and Granite Crystal exterior paint finishes. An optional black body stripe is also available.

The interior of 300 SRT Satin Vapor sports black seats trimmed in Nappa leather with ultra-suede inserts. There are also visible matte carbon and piano black accents that adorn the instrument panel, door bezels and center console.

The second model, the 2014 Dodge Challenger SRT Satin Vapor Edition adds Satin Black mirrors, grey 392 HEMI badge, red Brembo calipers and Satin Black fuel door, and also Bright White, TorRed, Header Orange and Graphite exterior paints. Here the interior is decided in charcoal seats trimmed in Nappa leather with ultra-suede inserts and mini-carbon bezel instrument panel.

2014 Dodge Charger SRT Satin Vapor Edition is the third and last vehicle of the special edition series. Its special exterior treatment includes Satin Black Super Bee tail graphic, Satin Black roof and hood, Satin Black mirrors and spoiler, grey 392 HEMI badge and red Brembo calipers. Available exterior colors are Bright White, Billet Silver, TorRed and Graphite.

The interior of the Charger SRT Satin Vapor Edition features premium black seats again trimmed in Nappa leather with ultra-suede inserts and includes the Uconnect Media Center with the 8.4-inch touchscreen LED display.

2014 Chrysler 300 SRT, Dodge Challenger SRT and Charger SRT Satin Vapor Edition models will be available in dealerships in the second quarter of this year.

Source: Chrysler

February 7, 2014

2014 Dodge Ram 1500 EcoDiesel Records Best Fuel Economy Rating

The best ever highway-cycle test result ever achieved by a full-size half-ton pickup has been recorded, and the vehicle to do this is the 2014 Dodge Ram 1500 EcoDiesel. Precisely, the car was rated at 28-mpg by the EPA, and this rating also exceeds the EPA highway rating for the top-ranked small pickup.

Next to its superior fuel economy this Dodge model also offers torque of 420 lb.-ft. (569 Nm). This rating is possible due to the engine’s block and bedplate which are made from lightweight Compacted Graphite Iron (CGI). Adding to this is the innovative MultiJet 2 common-rail fuel-injection system, which reduces noise and enhances low-speed throttle response.

The EcoDiesel Ram is fitted with 3.0-liter EcoDiesel V-6 unit which includes Selective Catalytic Reduction (SCR), high-pressure cooled Exhaust Gas Recirculation (EGR), variable swirl intake ports and a variable-geometry turbocharger. The efficient powetrain is coupled with a TorqueFlite 8-speed automatic transmission, which also improves the fuel efficiency.

Furthermore, the gearbox also has thermal-management system. The latter warms transmission oil to reduce pumping losses associated with cold, low-viscosity fluid. What is more, the scored efficiency results were made reality due to the active grille shutters that maximize air flow in order to improve aerodynamics; the Electric Power Steering (EPS) that relieves the engine from constantly turning a hydraulic pump; and the lightweight aluminum components.

2014 Dodge Ram 1500 EcoDiesel has a starting price of $24,200 USD and will go on sale on 7th of February.

Source: Dodge

February 5, 2014

2014 Dodge Journey Crossroad Debut In Chicago

The Chicago Auto Show this year will see the coming of a new Dodge Journey Crossroad MY2014. 2013 has been, apparently, the best sales year for the Journey, so Dodge would rather continue the profitable trend. Let’s see what they have in store for us with this one then. First up; the oily bits.

As standard, the Journey comes with a 2.4-liter four-pot that produces 173 hp and 166 lb-ft of torque. The engine comes paired with a four-speed automatic transmission and delivers 26 mpg on the highway. It’s OK but uninspiring.

The optional 3.6-liter Pentastar V6, on the other hand, sounds like the one to go for. It has 283 hp in store and 260 lb-ft of torque. The accompanying transmission is a six-speed automatic. Thus, returns almost exactly the same amount of mpg as the 2.4-liter: 25 on the highway.

If you want the Journey to be all-wheel-driven, you’ll have to specify it on the options list. The system is pretty clever, engaging all the wheels only when grip starts running out. It also works on proper pavement between speeds of 25 and 65 mph – should help cornering. It’s all very cleverly engineered really: the AWD is managed by the electronic stability control (ESC) system which in turn also governs the electronically controlled coupling (ECC).

On the outside, the Journey sports a new front and rear fascia, chrome patterns on them and chrome roof rails, gloss black grille, fog lamp surrounds and tail light bezels. The 19-inch aluminum wheels also come in a Hyper Black five-spoke design.

Standard features to appeal to the occupants inside include a 8.4-inch Uconnect touchscreen, power front seat and a front passenger fold-flat seat with hidden storage bin under the seat cushion. There are also power heated and foldaway mirrors, seven air bags, illuminated cup holders, Keyless

Enter ‘n Go with push-button start and steering-wheel-mounted audio and cruise controls. It’s pretty spacious too. Fold flat the second- and third-row seats and you create 67.6 cu. ft. of cargo space – best in class, apparently.

Source: Dodge

January 31, 2014

Dodge Viper GTS Heffner Performance Drag Racing [VIDEO]

Heffner-Dodge-Viper-GTS-shadow Heffner-Dodge-Viper-GTS-medium Did you start the day today and think “I want to watch a video of a 650 hp Dodge Viper GTS taking on – with various success – some of the established names in a head-to-head drag race”? Weirdly specific, but luckily, here’s one. It’s a Viper GTS which has been touched up by the turbo maniacs, Heffner Performance. The final product shows off 650 hp and a hell of a voice.

Let us break down the video for you. We get to see some close up, off-the-line action of the GTS as it gives a Nissan R35 GT-R a run for its money. Then there’s another round, but this time the foe is an Aston Martin Vantage. We get no closure in either cases because the clip quickly cuts after the initial “go”. All pays off, however, as we get to see a full GTS vs Aventador LP700 showdown. Great start on part of the Viper, but eventually the Lambo becomes too much to handle and the former falls short of victory. Eventually, we get another R35 GT-R competitor (or the same one). Again a great start for the Viper and this time it manages to keep the pole position throughout the race, although it was evident that the Nissan was starting to catch up.

Regardless, drag races are all about acceleration delivered at the right time. Oh, and they are also about the noise, and the smell of rubber… and demolished clutch disks.

httpv://youtu.be/-MzJUhxbeKA

Video source: Gumbal via YouTuve

January 29, 2014

2014 Dodge SRT Viper Stryker Green Debuts At Detroit Auto Show

2014 Dodge SRT Viper gets a new Stryker Green and definitely looks amazing. The car was just shown for the first time at the North American International Auto Show in Detroit. As a matter of fact, the new “Stryker Green” is a tribute of the iconic Snakeskin Green exterior color. The latter was introduced in 2008 and featured enhanced green and yellow pigments and a “liquid mercury” appearance.

The brand revealed that the application of the new exterior paint is a very detailed and intricate process and it takes eight hours to complete. The initial step in it begins with a base color coat followed by a green-tinted mid-coat and finishes with a clear finish. The result is that the paint additionally brings out the depth and curvature of the Viper’s exterior design.

This makes the color the perfect choice for those who want to take make their SRT Viper more exclusive and dramatic. Another debut which we see on this Dodge model is the Grand Touring (GT) special package. It includes Nappa leather seats, five-mode Electronic Stability Control and the two-mode Bilstein DampTronic Select suspension.

What is more, the shown Viper at the show has been Moparized with lightweight carbon fiber components with an exposed carbon fiber performance X-Brace. The result is almost 50 percent weight savings, but at the same time with the same strength and functional stiffness as the production version.

Furthermore, a prototype aero package has been fitted to the show car with a Mopar carbon fiber rear wing and extended front corner splitters. SRT will limit the GT option package only to the new Stryker Green and Venom Black exterior colors. Stryker Green exterior color will be offered on Viper GTS and SRT from this February.

Source: Dodge

January 13, 2014

2014 Dodge Dart Blacktop Package

Dodge has presented the 2014 Dart Blacktop Package, which will make its official debut at the 2014 North American International Auto Show in Detroit. The manufacturer has already presented Avenger, Challenger and Charger with Blacktop packages and now it is turn to Dart model.

The exterior boasts unique Gloss Black wheels, select exterior paint colors, Gloss Black painted split-crosshair grille with Gloss Black matching grille surround, darkened headlamp bezels.

The interior comes with Black/Ruby Red cloth upholstery with dual Ruby Red accent stripes and Ruby Red accent stitching on the center console, instrument panel and seat bolsters.

The engine is a 2.4 liter MultiAir2 Tigershark petrol – 184HP (137 kW) and 235Nm (174 lb-ft) of torque offered standard on the SXT and Limited models.

The 2014 Dodge Dart SXT Blacktop package is available at a U.S. MSRP of just $295 on the Dart SXT with Rallye Appearance Group.

Source: Dodge

January 7, 2014

All-new 3.0 liter EcoDiesel V6 – 240HP and 570Nm

Chrysler’s all-new 3.0 liter EcoDiesel V6 delivers – 240HP (177 kW) and 570Nm (420 lb-ft) of torque at just 2,000RPM. It powers the 2014 Jeep Grand Cherokee and 2014 Dodge Ram 1500. The NAFTA market’s first and only light-duty pickup powered by clean diesel technology.

“Quiet, strong and as smooth as the diesels we’ve been testing in luxury cars, the Ram 3.0L V-6 works in perfect harmony with Chrysler’s standard 8-speed transmission to deliver an unbeatable combination of power and efficiency,” commented Drew Winter, editor-in-chief of WardsAuto World magazine.

“Thanks to advanced emissions-control technology, its exhaust is ultra-clean, making this engine available in all 50 states. If you’re planning serious work or play, the Ram EcoDiesel really makes sense.”, he added.

The EcoDiesel’s fuel pump is upgraded to accommodate the engine’s 2,000-bar (29,000-psi) high-pressure common-rail injection system.

The engine also benefits from Fiat’s MultiJet 2 technology, which enables Injection Rate-Shaping – fuel injection that is modulated to mitigate noise and improve low-speed throttle response, while reducing fuel consumption and emissions.

The system’s high-dispersion nozzles and advanced-technology servovalve can accommodate up to eight fuel-injection events per cylinder cycle.

Source: Chrysler

December 13, 2013

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