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HRE Performance Enhances Dodge SRT Viper Twin Turbo

HRE Performance Dodge SRT Viper Twin Turbo P106 is a visual perfection. Not only because it carries the spirit of the SRT Viper, but also because this spirit is perfectly and harmoniously complemented by the glamorous wheels delivered by HRE Performance.

Undoubtedly, HRE is performance-driven company. The design of the wheels it produces combines strength, lightness and superior engineering. In this project the tuners have been inspired by the three-piece Series S1 line, and have created specifically for the Viper Monoblok interpretation of the Series P1 called P106.

To go further into details, the P106 is a split-six spoke design with a six lug bolt pattern. It is offered in diameters ranging from 19 to 22 inches and widths from 8.5 to 13 inches. Other design features here include sculpted spoke geometry and lightweight pocket machining, aggressive conical profiles and spokes that extend all the way to the wheel lip.

HRE P106s perfectly match the latest generation Viper. They also minimize unsprung mass and rotational inertia in order to deliver maximum acceleration, handling and braking performance. SRT Viper is powered by 8.4 liter all-aluminum V-10 overhead-valve engine.

The latter delivers exactly 640 horsepower (471 kW) and 813Nm (600 lb-ft) of torque. This makes it the one with most torque of any naturally aspirated power units in the world.

Source: HRE Performance Wheels

November 27, 2013

Dodge Introduces 2014 SRT Viper Time Attack Special Edition

2014 Dodge SRT Viper Time Attack Special Edition is specifically built for those keen on performance oriented machines. The model is based on the current 2014 SRT Viper model but includes a TA (Time Attack) Special Edition Package.

The latter enhances vehicle’s ultra-low center of gravity and 50/50 weight distribution via chassis parts developed specifically by Dodge‘s SRT team. Of course the aim is to get the most out of the race-car-like chassis.

As a matter of fact, the SRT engineers developed new spring rates, dampers, sway bars and brake components, which were later combined with vehicle’s Advanced Aerodynamics Package. The latter comprises of carbon fiber front splitters and rear spoiler to boost downforce at higher speeds. In addition, the brake system was also updated in order to deliver better balance and to resist thermal saturation during track work.

To go even further into details, the key high-performance equipment for the 2014 SRT Viper TA Special Edition includes unique race-tuned calibration for the two-mode Bilstein DampTronic suspension system, retuned springs, shocks and road-racing derived sway bars; lighter, carbon fiber structural X-brace that contributes towards 50-percent increase in torsional rigidity and stiffness across the Viper lineup; new Brembo two-piece, 32-millimeters wide, high-thermal capacity rotors and pads matched with the Advanced Aerodynamics Package.

This special edition Viper runs on standard Pirelli P Zero Corsa tires wrapped around the ultra-lightweight, multi-spoke Sidewinder II wheels. The brake calipers include a black anodized finish with the Viper logo shown in TA Orange.

A visible highlight on the rear is a carbon fiber applique that accentuates the rear width proportions and adds another level of detail. Under the hood this performance machine hides handcrafted, all-aluminum 8.4-liter, mid-front V-10 overhead-valve engine. The unit is capable of delivering 640 horsepower (470 kW) and 813 Nm (600 lb.-ft.) of torque.

The interior of the car is also performance-oriented and sports premium ballistic fabric racing seats from Sabelt and lightweight fiberglass shell. Both driver and passenger seats can also accommodate a 3- or 6-point harness for racing belts.

As a standard, the interior is finished in black. However, it has some contrasting accents such as orange stitching on the cloth seats, instrument panel, center stack, console, pull brake, shifter boot, shifter head, steering wheel and upper doors. The curb weight of the car is measured at 3,390 pounds.

2014 Dodge SRT Viper Time Attack Special Edition will begin to arrive at dealerships in the fourth quarter of 2013.

Source: Dodge

November 25, 2013

2014 Dodge SRT Viper GTS Gets Anodized Carbon Special Edition Package

Good news for the admirers of 2014 Dodge SRT Viper – its GTS form will get an Anodized Carbon Special Edition Package, which will be offered in limited edition run and will feature an exclusive metallic matte exterior color. The latter is used for the first time by Chrysler and adds even more exclusivity to the SRT Viper.

The new exterior body accentuates further the vehicle’s form and adds depth while the dark matte color amplifies the Viper’s sinister character. The one-off exterior accents in the Anodized Carbon Special Edition package include the following: Black Vapor Chrome five-spoke “Rattler” wheels, Gloss Black GTS badge, Satin Black exhaust bezel, Anodized Carbon fuel filler door, orange brake calipers, carbon fiber brake ducts and rear applique.

The luxurious theme is translated in the interior as well and the highlights here include Alcantara wrapped headliner, door bolsters and knee blockers; orange accent stitching on the Nappa leather wrapped door trim, center console and instrument panel and on the Nappa leather and Alcantara seats.

The same orange accents can also be seen on the door panel and instrument panel. On the other hand, carbon fiber accents are on the center stack, door panels and steering wheel; carbon GTS badge is positioned on the dashboard.

SRT Viper GTS builds is technologically advanced, designed and built with premium features and materials inside and out, and includes wide range of comforts, advanced drivetrain and interior technologies.

Under the hood one finds the all-aluminum 8.4-liter mid-front V-10 overhead-valve unit, which has a performance rated at 640 horsepower (471 kW) and 813 Nm (600 lb.-ft.) of torque. The limited edition 2014 Dodge SRT Viper GTS Anodized Carbon SE will be produced in 50 examples only and it will hit the market in January 2014.

Source: Dodge

November 21, 2013

Dodge Celebrates 100th Anniversary With Two Limited Edition Models

To celebrate 100 years of Dodge performance and heritage, the brand is releasing two new special editions: 2014 Dodge Charger and Challenger 100th Anniversary Editions. The cars will be available at dealerships in the first quarter of 2014 and their will offer their customers exhilarating power and performance, innovative technology features and bold muscle-car styling.

2014 Dodge Charger 100th Anniversary Edition expresses the ultimate muscle car. The model will be offered in a choice of several exterior colors including Pitch Black, Bright White, Billet Silver, Granite Crystal, Ivory Tri-Coat, Phantom Black Tri-Coat, Header Orange and the new High Octane Red Pearl Coat paint.

The car runs on 20 x 8-inch polished five-spoke aluminum wheels with Granite Crystal pockets and a matching Granite Crystal Dodge split-crosshair grille, which further contributes for the striking look of the car. Other stylistic appointments that make the car even more unique and also commemorate the brand’s century include “Dodge Est. 1914” bar-style front-fender badges and special Dodge “100” logo on the center caps.

Other exterior features include a body-color rear spoiler and on models with the legendary HEMI and a red “R/T” heritage grille badge. The interior on the other hand is dominated by Molten Red or Foundry Black Nappa leather with a custom cloud overprint. These materials wrap the sport seats, center console armrest and door armrests and are sewed together with brass-colored accent stitching.

The three-spoke flat-bottom performance steering wheel includes die-cast paddle shifters. In addition, the Dark Brushed Graphite center console bezels and Liquid Graphite steering-wheel accents also add to the premium look.

The die-cast “Dodge Est. 1914” circular badges can be seen on the front seatbacks, while the embroidered anniversary logo – on floor mats. The instrument panel cluster graphics include black-face gauges with white indication and stand-out red “100” mph indication. This Charger is fitted with Electronic Vehicle Information Center and Uconnect 8.4-inch touchscreen.

As a matter of fact, the 2014 Dodge Charger 100th Anniversary Edition is based on the 2014 Charger SXT Plus. This means that it includes the award-winning 300 horsepower (220 kW) 3.6-liter Pentastar V-6 engine matched to an eight-speed transmission. The car is capable of accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h in less than 6 seconds.

This Charger can be also based on the 2014 Dodge Charger R/T Plus. This will add more to the driving experience, because of the 370 horsepower (272 kW) and 535 Nm (395 lb.-ft.) of torque 5.7-liter HEMI V-8 engine with four-cylinder mode Fuel Saver Technology.

The word that describes the Challenger is iconic. And the 2014 Dodge Challenger 100th Anniversary Edition proves this. It is based on the 2014 Dodge Challenger SXT Plus and R/T Plus models and runs on 20 x 8-inch polished five-spoke aluminum wheels with Granite Crystal pockets and matching Granite Crystal grille surround with script “Challenger” badge.

The same exterior colors offered in the Charger are also available here as well as the commemorative bar style “Dodge Est. 1914” front-fender badges and Dodge ‘100’ wheel center caps.

The interior is wrapped all around with Molten Red or Foundry Black heated Nappa leather and features custom ‘cloud overprint’. Brass colored accent stitching and die-cast “Dodge Est. 1914” circular badges can also be found here.

Interior appointments that commemorate the brand’s centenary include die-cast “Dodge Est. 1914” circular badges on front seatbacks and an embroidered anniversary logo on premium floor mats. The Challenger is equipped with Uconnect system, seven speaker Boston Acoustics audio system with 368-watt amplifier, along with Mopar “Challenger” sill plates and bright pedals.

In terms of performance, this Challenger based on the SXT Plus model produces 305 horsepower (225 kW) from its 3.6-liter Pentastar V-6 engine. The unit can be matched to an available six-speed manual or five-speed automatic transmission. When the model is based on the 2014 Challenger R/T Plus it generates up to 375 horsepower (275 kW), and 0-100 km/h acceleration in under 6 seconds. Both models will be offered only in limited quantities.

Source: Dodge

November 20, 2013

Chrysler To Develop Human Biology-Inspired CNG Vehicles

A technology based on the human biology will breathe new life into Chrysler’s CNG commitment, was just announced. The human body will serve as an inspiration for the brand to design the next generation of fuel tanks powering compressed natural gas (CNG) vehicles.

To be more precise, Chrysler will take as an example the human lungs, which comprise of countless individual sacks called alveoli. Their function is to expand the lung’s total air capacity. The brand will utilize the same approach in order to improve the packaging of CNG tanks.

The work of Chrysler Group will be supported in part by a $50,000 grant from the Michigan Economic Development Council’s Technology Innovation Challenge which helps companies accelerate advanced-technology initiatives.

First, CNG-powered vehicles require larger fuel tanks to deliver range that is comparable to that of gas- or diesel-powered vehicles. Secondly, the current design of CNG tank is also limited to cylindrical shape in order to accommodate the pressure at which the gaseous fuel is stored.

Brand’s patent-pending technology addresses both issues via the expansion of the tank’s capacity and enabling designs that conform to the vehicle. Of course the result will benefit from more space for passengers and cargo.

On the market Chrysler has launched the Dodge Ram 2500 Compressed Natural Gas truck, which is industry’s only factory-built CNG-powered pickup. The vehicle is equipped with a 5.7-liter HEMI V-8 engine that burns CNG.

When that fuel is depleted, it automatically and seamlessly switches to gasoline. To go even further into details, the truck can travel on a single fill-up up to 255 miles, and a total of 745 miles when equipped with an available 35-gallon reserve gas tank.

Source: Chrysler

November 13, 2013

2014 Dodge Dart GT, Challenger R/T and Charger R/T Equipped With Scat Packages

Dodge and Mopar has just announced the introduction of new Scat Package performance stage kits for the 2014 Dodge Challenger, 2014 Dodge Charger and 2014 Dodge Dart at the 2013 SEMA show in Las Vegas. They honor the 45th anniversary of the legendary “Scat Pack Club” that played a very important role.

The Scat Pack Club is synonym of extreme performance and now both brands are delivering factory-engineered performance stage kits that are known as “Scat Packages”. The kits will be available for the aforementioned vehicles at a cost-effective price.

Each Scat Package kit comprises of a numbered hard badge associated with its performance stage. Those who will purchase the kits will have the chance to proudly display the emblem on their vehicle as a badge of honor. The Scat Package performance upgrade kits will be available in dealerships in the spring of 2014.

Scat Package 1 is created with the aim to deliver horsepower boost through three modifications: Mopar cold-air intake to provide increased air-flow into the engine, Mopar cat-back exhaust to free up downstream airflow, and a performance calibrated engine controller, optimized to the 5.7-liter HEMI engine.

Next, the Scat Package 2 doubles the horsepower and is for those looking for greater performance. Moreover, there are also new Mopar performance camshaft works in combination with the components of the Scat Package 1 kit. This results in enhanced engine breathing and additional acceleration.

The last package, the Scat Package 3 is prepared for those searching for extreme performance and ultimate bragging rights. It offers optimized performance calibration, Mopar performance CNC-ported cylinder heads, Mopar performance camshaft and Mopar hi-flow headers.

2014 Dodge Challenger is additionally enhanced via Mopar’s performance products, 20-inch Classic II forged aluminum wheels finished in Hyperblack II with a polished lip, electronic variable quick-dump side exhaust, front and rear strut bars and an adjustable suspension kit with a coil-over kit and stabilizer bar, black concept hood and side valence, along with a black fuel filler door, black hood pins and sequential tail lamps.

The optimized vehicles also include unique interior. In the case of the Challenger, its coupe was upgraded with Katzkin black performance leather seats and black performance leather door-panel inserts, Challenger’s logo embroidered in bright red on the front leather seats, and red stitching on the seats, shifter boot and steering wheel.

Other details here include red seat-belt webbing and red carpet bindings, satin black and black chrome bezels, and gloss-black trim on the steering wheel, center stack, center console and door handles.

SCAT PACKAGE 1 5.7-liter

“Optimized” engine calibration – tailored to Scat Package 1
Mopar cold air intake
Mopar cat-back exhaust
Scat Package 1 badge

SCAT PACKAGE 2 5.7-liter

“Optimized” engine calibration – tailored to Scat Package 2
Mopar performance camshaft
Scat Package 2 badge

SCAT PACKAGE 3 5.7-liter

“Optimized” engine calibration – tailored to Scat Package 3
Mopar performance ported and polished heads
Mopar hi-flow performance headers
Scat Package 3 badge

Next, the packages are being offered also for 2014 Dodge Charger. Also changed here are the 20 x 9-inch unique lightweight wheels, embellished with black Mopar center caps and a Hyperblack II finish. The body is also adorned by side valence, a unique front splitter and Redline rear spoiler.

The interior of the Charger includes Katzkin black performance leather seats, black leather door panel inserts with red leather Dodge stripes and red accent stitching, red seat-belt webbing, red carpet bindings, and red embroidered Dodge Charger logo in the front seats.

Other highlights that must be mentioned inside the car are the gloss-black steering-wheel spokes and black chrome on the door handles, cluster rings, instrument panel bezels, center console trim, and steering-wheel center ring, Mopar’s bright pedal kit, pistol-grip shifter, door-sill guards, and advanced technology with a wireless charging pad.

Additional touches that supplement the Scat Package kits are the front and rear strut bars, an adjustable suspension kit featuring a coil-over kit and stabilizer bar and an electronic variable quick-dump side exhaust.

2014 Dodge Dart GT will be alos available with the packages. The vehicle is powered by a 184 horsepower 2.4-liter Tigershark engine with six-speed manual transmission. To go further into details, the Scat Package 1 provides great performance and handling improvements from Mopar through a cold-air intake, performance brake pads and a new short-throw shifter.

On the other hand, the Scat Package 2 adds more horsepower via engine calibration which works in conjunction with Mopar cat-back exhaust. The Scat Package 3 provides the ultimate package for those seeking optimal track times and in particular it includes Mopar big brake kit.

The latter comprises of 13-inch vented rotors, four-piston front calipers and stainless steel lines, performance suspension including adjustable springs for ride height, adjustable dampening struts and front and rear sway bars.

Mopar modifications that add beyond the Scat Package kits are the dual vented functional aluminum hood, Mopar side sills, chin splitter and rear diffuser, and a unique new three-piece decklid spoiler to boost downforce. The Dart rides on concept 19 x 8-inch lightweight gloss black wheels, accented with Mopar logo center caps.

The interior of the car includes door bolster inserts with a red border and red accent stitching on the seats, dash, armrest, wheel and shift boot are also found inside, along with red seat-belt webbing on the driver’s side, red trim accents and premium floor mats with red piping.

What also can be found inside are the black chrome on the door pulls, HVAC bezels, and shifter cluster, while an array of Mopar accessories, including the bright-pedal kit, leather-wrapped shift knob, bright door-sill guards, molded cargo tray and wireless charging complete the interior.

SCAT PACKAGE 1 2.4-liter

Mopar cold-air intake
Mopar short-throw shifter
Mopar performance brakes, including slotted rotors and performance brake pads

SCAT PACKAGE 2 2.4-liter

“Optimized” engine calibration (premium octane)
Mopar cat-back exhaust

SCAT PACKAGE 3 2.4-liter

Mopar big brake kit with stainless lines
Performance suspension with adjustable springs and struts
Upgraded performance front and rear sway bars

Source: Dodge

November 7, 2013

2014 Durango Special Service SUV Joins Dodge’s Range Of Fleet Vehicles

2014 Dodge Durango Special Service SUV will be complementing the range of fleet vehicles of the police and fire agencies as well as the general fleet customers. This Durango embodies the perfect combination of capability, fuel economy and utility.

As a standard it is equipped with a new eight-speed transmission, which also contributes towards the improvement of the fuel economy of up to 25 miles per gallon. In addition, it has ability to tow as much as 7,400-pounds. Vehicle’s driving range is of over 600 miles, and what is more it features a whole host of safety technologies.

This Special Service model also includes additional components which were especially designed for the rigors of daily fleet use. Some instances are the heavy-duty brake package, heavy-duty battery, larger-output 220-amp alternator, heavy-duty water pump and engine oil cooler, and a load leveling suspension.

Other features included in the interior of the 2014 Dodge Durango Special Service are the programmable 7-inch display in the gauge cluster, the Uconnect 5.0-inch touch screen with voice command and Bluetooth, a media hub for USB, SD media card and auxiliary jack integration and Bluetooth streaming audio.

In addition, there have been also included special service headliner and red and white interior dome lamp and spot lamp wiring prep. The Durango’s third-row of seats has been removed in order to deliver more cargo capacity.

This Special Service SUV also includes a customizable rear cargo area with under-floor storage compartments and additional storage in the side compartments. For the bright visual characteristics of this Dodge Durango take car new LED daytime running lamps and rear race track tail lamps.

Some of the optional features included here are for example the Skid Plate Group for all-wheel drive models, ParkView Rear Back-Up Camera, a Trailer Tow Group, Engine Block Heater and Uconnect Access Via Mobile capability.

In terms of safety and security, the Special Service models are unsurpassed given that they offer more than 60 features: standard Electronic Stability Control (ESC), electronic roll mitigation (ERM), Hill-start Assist and standard Trailer-sway Control (TSC), Rain Brake Support and Ready Alert Braking, seat-mounted and side-curtain air bags in the front row, and standard front-row active head restraints.

This Durango is equipped with a standard 3.6-liter Pentastar V-6 engine that is mated to an eight-speed transmission. The unit produces 290 horsepower (213 kW) and a maximum torque of 352 Nm (260 lb.-ft.). As an option the brand offers the 5.7-liter HEMI V-8 engine, which generates 360 horsepower (265 kW) and 528 Nm (390 lb.-ft.). It has the towing capacity of 7,400 pounds.

The instrument panel has been also refined and now includes redesigned center stack. In the latter are housed 5-inch and 8.4-inch Uconnect touchscreens. The bottom of the center stack houses a new media hub with an SD card slot, USB outlet, auxiliary jacks, and a storage bin.

In addition, the center console features new rotary shifter for the standard eight-speed automatic transmission. The manual shift functions have been removed and now are replaced with paddle shifters on the back of the Durango’s steering wheel. Furthermore, the instrument cluster also features high-tech treatment and now includes a full-color 7-inch thin-film transistor (TFT) screen.

2014 Dodge Durango Special Service SUV was specifically designed for the demands and rigors of fleet duty. It will meet the needs of a wide range of fleet customers across the United States and Canada.

No additional details around the distribution of the model in other countries have been released so far. The production of 2014 Dodge Durango Special Service is planned to begin in the fourth quarter of this year.

Source: Dodge

October 18, 2013

SRT Viper Color Contest – An Opportunity to be Original

Street and Racing Technology (SRT) brand is giving someone a chance to make their mark on automotive history as the color palette for the 2014 Dodge SRT Viper gains a new entry.

The contest gives fans a chance to submit and choose an official new exterior color name of the 2014 SRT Viper. The fan who submits the winning name will win a trip to the ‘2014 Rolex 24 Hours of Daytona’ at Daytona International Speedway and the opportunity to spend time with the Viper Design team throughout the race weekend.

“The SRT Viper Color Contest gives our Viper enthusiasts an opportunity to be original, creative and contribute to the exterior design of our flagship American supercar,” commented Ralph Gilles, President and Chief Executive Officer – (SRT) Street and Racing Technology Brand and Motorsports, Chrysler Group LLC.

“Already available in a wide array of exterior color combinations, which provides our owners a way to personalize their cars, this contest is a great way for our dedicated fans to connect with the SRT brand and become an authentic part of Viper history.”, Mr. Gilles added.

Source: SRT

October 17, 2013

TEASER: Chrysler Releases Sketches Of Mopar Modified Vehicles Ahead Of SEMA

Chrysler has just released the first sketches of select Mopar-modified vehicles, which are currently in preparation for the Specialty Equipment Market Association (SEMA) show in Las Vegas. The event will take place between 5th and 8th of November.

The developed Mopar-modified vehicles for SEMA show aim to inspire ultimate customization. In addition, to this the company will display 20 Mopar-modified Chrysler, Jeep, Dodge, Ram, Fiat and SRT vehicles and will highlight Jeep Performance Parts developed by its newly created Mopar Off-Road Division.

Some of the Mopar-first features that are going to be present at the show include vehicle-information apps, for which Mopar was the first to introduce smartphone vehicle-information applications; electronic owner manuals – again the brand was the first to introduce traditional owner manuals in a DVD and brief user-guide format; Wi-Fi – Mopar was the first to offer customers the ability to make their vehicle a wireless hot spot; Wireless charging; Electronic Vehicle Tracking System (EVTS); wiAdvisor; wiTech and many more.

With the 2011 Mopar Challenger Drag Pak, the brand was again the first to introduce a 500-plus cubic-inch V-10 drag-race package car. No additional information about the vehicles has been released so far. It is expected to be unveiled prior official reveal.

Source: Chrysler

October 9, 2013

Dodge ft. Ron Burgundy – The 2014 Durango [videos]

Dodge has published several promotional video clips featuring Ron Burgundy. He will promote the all-new 2014 Durango.

The 2014 Dodge Durango, the ultimate “No Compromise SUV,” will start arriving in dealer showrooms at the end of the third quarter with a starting U.S. Manufacturer’s Suggested Retail Price (MSRP) of $29,795, excluding destination, making it the best-equipped seven-seat SUV priced less than $30,000.

Durango also maintains the same starting price as the 2013 model, while delivering more than $3,500 in added content.

Every 2014 Dodge Durango features a standard 8-speed automatic transmission, projector headlamps, projector fog lamps, floating split crosshair grille, signature LED racetrack taillights, bright chrome or body-color accents, 18” or 20” aluminum wheels, Bluetooth, 5” or 8.4” touch screen, rotary shifter with steering-wheel-mounted paddle shifters, 7-inch customizable gauge cluster, Keyless Enter ’n Go with push-button start, seven airbags, seven passenger seating and much more.

2014 Dodge Durango is powered by a 3.6 liter V6 – 290HP (213 kW) and 352 Nm (260 lb-ft) of torque or a 5.7 liter V8 HEMI – 360HP (265 kW) and 528 Nm (390 lb-ft).

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Source: Dodge

October 7, 2013

Riley Technologies Dodge Viper GT3-R Continues Preparation For 2014

When the United SportsCar Racing (USCR) season opens in January, Riley Technologies and racer Ben Keating will debut the Dodge Viper GT3-R. The vehicle was built as the first mass-produced GT3-based car designed and manufactured by Chrysler Group’s Street and Racing Technology (SRT).
The first one to purchase the SRT Viper GT3-R was Keating and he also wishes to compete full-time in the USCR’s GT Daytona Class in 2014. He will manage a team next to the vice-president of Riley Technologies – Bill Riley. The racing car will carry the number 33.

In fact, the last Viper GT3 car was officially unveiled in 2005 and went on to win two GT3 championships and a World Challenge GT title. Back then the car was based on the GTS-R program, which dates back to 1996.
Currently the team prepares for the first official USCR test in November, while the first time that a car will be put on track will be in October. A public debut of the car is expected at the USCR official test in November.

Riley Technologies is looking forward to building several Viper GT3-Rs over the next several months.

Source: Dodge

September 18, 2013

Dodge Unveils Ram 1500 Rumble Bee Concept

Ram Truck Brand introduced for the first time the Rumble Bee ten years ago. The model was inspired by the Super Bee muscle car which was famous back in 1960. Now, Dodge is unveiling the new HEMI-powered Ram 1500 Rumble Bee Concept with the aim to celebrate the 10-year anniversary and the heritage of Ram’s unique truck designs.

Rumble Bee concept is based on the 2013 Ram 1500 R/T. It is lightweight, two-door machiene with 2WD configuration. Its exterior color is “Drone Yellow” and this time is in unique matte finish.

This color flows over the entire truck including the bumpers, flares and the Mopar ground effects kit. Gloss black stripe can be seen on both sides of the truck and it fades into honeycomb. The stripe glides front to rear, around the top of the bed and over the Mopar tonneau cover.

The vehicle runs on 24-inch, Vellano VRH custom wheels, while the 2-inch drop which is delivered by King Suspension improves the handing performance and appearance with the help of a reservoir shock at each wheel. The grille, hood vents, badging, fuel door and the dual exhaust tailpipes are coated in gloss black.

The same design theme continues throughout the interior. It includes black and Drone Yellow leather sport mesh seats with two-tone yellow/light-grey stitching. There is also visible “Rumble Bee” lettering and Ram logos on the chairs, floor mats and door bolsters.

The highlight in the interior is the center-piece which is an actual amber-encased bee mounted into the 8-speed rotary shifter knob. When it lights up it exposes a honeycomb pattern background. Two buttons below the knob manage the Mopar cat-back dual-exhaust system.

Under the hood of this concept is the 5.7-liter HEMI V-8 engine. It is capable of generating 395 horsepower (290 kW) and 551 Nm (407 lb.-ft.) of torque. The unit is coupled with a TorqueFlite 8-speed automatic transmission. In addition, the HEMI enigne is fitted with a custom gloss yellow and black engine cover with honeycomb graphic pattern.

Source: Dodge

August 20, 2013

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