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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

Mopar Shows Details of Vehicles That Will Participate at the SEMA Show

Mopar Dodge Challenger Mopar finally gives us a glimpse of what will be Mopar-modified vehicles that are scheduled to be demonstrated at the Specialty Equipment Market Association Show, November 306 at the Las Vegas Convention Center.

What we see is a mix of concepts and production units that Mopar team decided to modify in one way or another. There would be Chrysler, Dodge, Jeep, RAM and FIAT vehicles which will proudly show their improvements. There are almost 20 cars, along with numerous Mopar parts and accessories that will be part of Mopar SEMA exhibit.

As you know, Mopar was launched back in 1937 and produced mainly antifreeze products, but later, in the 60’s the brand’s popularity elated as quickly as the muscle cars gained high speed. Today Mopar brand is FCA’s service and produces special parts and customer-care activities. It distributes more than 500,000 accessories around 150 markets around the world. Mopar parts are created and crafted by the same people who authorize specifications for FCA vehicles. With this said, you should know that this brand knows how it’s done and what a high-quality components looks like.

Mopar RAM 1500 Rebel

Source: Mopar

October 23, 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

2016 Dodge Charger and Challenger SRT Hellcat Vehicles are Ready for New Challenges

Dodge brand is ready to open the dealer order banks for the 2016 Challenger and Charger SRT Hellcat models. This release of fresh models will streamline the process and the speed of production. All this will ensure that the one of the most powerful muscle vehicles will continue to move off dealer lots. Furthermore, the dealer system will be open to customers the second week of August. The Charger and Challenger models will be crafted at the Brampton Assembly plant in September.

Dodge Challenger SRT Hellcat

The Challenger SRT Hellcat is by far the fastest and most powerful muscle vehicle ever created. And no wonder. With its supercharged HEMI Hellcat V8 powerplant, that produces a total of 707 hp (519 kW) and 650 lb-ft of torque. The Challenger SRT is considered to be the fastest muscle car so far. How did they proved it? With a sprint time of ¼-mile

for only 11.2 seconds. And with drag radials that time dropped to 10.8 seconds. Don’t worry-the National Hot Rod Association gave a special certificate. And for the 2016 the Challenger will feature standard premium Laguna Leather interior, Uconnect 8.4AN with navigation, HD radio and numerous more goodies.

Dodge Charger SRT Hellcat

The Charger comes with supercharged 6.2-liter HEMI Hellcat V8 engine, that produces 707 hp (519 kW) and 650 lb-ft of torque. The vehicle has a top speed of 204 mph (363 km/h) and also proudly presents its National Hot Rod Association certificate for speed: The vehicle got the quarter-mile run in just 11.0 seconds. This makes the vehicle quickest, fastest and most powerful production sedan in the world. And it is also one of the most technologically-advanced vehicles in America. How cool is that?

And of course the upgrades for 2016 include standard ultra-premium Laguna leather interior appointments, Uconnect 8.4AN with navigation, HD radio and five years of SiriusXM Travel Link and SiriusXM Traffic.

Source: Dodge

July 28, 2015

What is to Own a Total of 79 Dodge Vipers?

Dodge Viper GTC 1 of 1 Dodge Viper can now be optimized according to any customer’s taste. The first two examples of this were already delivered to Wayne and D’Ann Rauh. On Friday, July 24, the couple visited the Conner Avenue Assembly Plant in Detroit and received the keys to two new customized “1 of 1” Dodge Viper GTC models.

This couple is also famous for another fact and it is that with these new two additions they own a total of 79 Dodge Vipers. It is even hard to comprehend this number, but it is cool to see the enthusiasm in their eyes.

We definitely admire these people, since they have the courage to collect these fantastic cars, spend energy and time as well as money, to make their dream come true. And this is what makes them perfect for encouraging others to follow their steps.

Dodge Viper GTC 1 of 1

But how did they receive those unique one-off Viper GTC models? The answer lies in the new Viper “1 of 1” customization program, through which owners can create their own one-of-a-kind Snake. How cool is that?

What is even cooler is that there are no two cars alike, because the program implies that no two customers can order the same configuration, including color, in the same model year.

Another interesting detail here is that with the introduction of matte-finish exterior paint, the new model year Viper is now offered in more than 50 million configurations. In fact, there are more than 16,000 unique paint color options and more than 48,000 unique stripe combinations.

Besides the one-off exterior qualities of the car, the Viper is also capable of some special powers. Due to the hand-built aluminum 8.4-liter V-10 engine, the snake produces 645 horsepower (474 kW) and 813 Nm (600 lb.-ft.) of torque. The last numbers help the Viper’s engine be the most torque of any naturally aspirated sports car engines in the world.

Source: Dodge

July 27, 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

Mopar Dodge Challenger Drag Pack Offers High Doses of Adrenaline

Mopar Dodge Challenger Drag Pak is here. And it has a lot to show. First of all, let’s say, that Mopar stayed true to the high-performance world. And second: the Dodge, revealed today, offers even with some optional packs. The Dodge will be offered with the supercharged 354-cubic-inch Gen III HEMI engine or the a naturally aspirated 426-cubic-inch Gen III HEMI engine. Tuning with optional powerplants. Sounds good to me.

Mopar Dodge Challenger Drag Pak, as the name suggests, it is especially created for the most passionate drag racers. For example, for racers in the National Hot Rod Association (NHRA). Furthermore, the Drag Pak includes all the latest technology trends, along with numerous improvements and additions.

The Mopar Dodge Challenger Drag Pak and what it has to offer

The heart of the beast is a supercharged 354 HEMI powerplant, especially forged with crankshaft and numerous custom calibrations and fine tunings. On the other hand, the naturally aspirated 426 Race HEMI is created also with aluminum components and steel liners. The Drag Pak comes with special race automatic transmission, that is fine tuned to match perfectly with the 354 and the 426 engine options.

Mopar Dodge Challenger Drag Pak 426 HEMI

Furthermore, each powerplant option comes and with unique graphic pack. The supercharged version comes with Mopar Blue stripe and the “354 Supercharged” graphic. The naturally aspirated model comes with the Drag Pak sports black stripe and with the special 426 HEMI engine graphic.

Mopar Dodge Challenger Drag Pak 354 Supercharged

And the exterior design of the The Mopar Dodge Challenger Drag Pak is completed with special 15-inch lightweight wheels, that include the Mopar logo. The vehicles will also feature special brake rotors with race-focused calipers and master cylinder. And one of the most interesting upgrades is the addition of a more user-friendly hood. It is especially designed to look good, but also to provide fast and easier maintenance.

The Mopar Dodge Challenge Drag Pak will be soon offered for orders in authorized Dodge dealers. Orders will start from July 23, when the Mopar NHRA kick off the special Mopar Block Party in Golden, Colorado.

Prices for the Mopar Dodge Challenge Drag Pak will start from $99, 426

Mopar Dodge Challenger Drag Pak Engine

Source: Mopar

June 29, 2015

2016 Dodge Viper Can be Ordered in 50 Million Different Variants!

2016 Dodge Viper is now more exclusive than ever because of the simple fact that literally every customer can make it according to their tastes. How will this happen? Dodge is now offering matte-finish exterior paint finishes across its entire color palette. This simple extra makes the Viper with a choice of more than 50 million unique configurations. They are made up from the more than 16,000 unique paint color options and more than 48,000 unique stripe combinations!

The first ever used color option is the one-off metallic matte, which can be seen applied on the 2016 Dodge Viper ACR on the picture above. Precisely, there are 8,000 new matte finish options to choose from. All of them will give each “1 of 1” Viper an even more unique exterior appearance.

Hand-Painted Process

Everything happens via hand-painted process. This helps enabling flexibility to deliver industry-first custom paint options that offer personalization and durability. Each Viper has an extremely high quality level paint finish. The process of hand-painting actually takes between 145 to 160 hours.

The process begins with a base color coat. Then a clear finish is applied. After these two steps, every Viper body panel is sanded smooth by hand with 1,000 grit paper that allows polishing which is near mirror finish. For a matte finish, each body panel is also sanded for a second time. Then the matte clear paint is applied.

Stripes Across Viper’s Lineup

2016 Dodge Viper model comes always with stripes, regardless it is GT, GTC, GTS and ACR specification. Each of them can be fitted with optional ‘GTS’ stripes that run the length of the coupe from the front to rear fascia.

In addition, the SRT and GTC models get ‘SRT’ stripes. They begin from the clamshell hood and end on the rear. On the other hand, the special Viper GTC and ACR models come fitted with ACR center band and driver’s side stripe.

The stripes are also hand painted for at least an extra of 18 hours of work. The exterior stripes are offered in the following colors: Black Venom, Billet Silver, Bright White, Gunmetal Pearl and Adrenaline Red or from the custom “1 of 1” color palette.

As a matter of fact, each “1 of 1” GTC model Viper also comes equipped with unique instrument panel badge. It displays a name chosen by the customer and commemorates their exclusive design. The unique model also comes with satin chrome or satin black badging and fuel filler door.

At last, the “1 of 1” customization program is truly unique and it will guarantee that there are no two vehicles that are the same. The secret is that customers can’t order the same configuration, including color, in the same model year.

2016 Dodge Viper with matte finish can be ordered first in July.

Source: Dodge

June 22, 2015

Mopar HEMI Challenge Celebrates its 15th Anniversary

Mopar, for 15th consecutive season underscores its commitment to Sportsman racing competition within the National Hot Rod Association (NHRA) with the demonstration of the Mopar HEMI Challenge. Now, the popular race event will be staged during the US Nationals in Indianapolis with schedules to take place September 3-4 at Lucas Oil Raceway.

As you might know, the HEMI Challenge debuted back in 2001 on a quarter-mile track at the US Nationals and starred a special 1968 HEMI-powered Dodge Darts and Plymouth Barracuda, which, as we all know, are classic muscle cars, that contributed to Mopar’s well-known reputation and success.

And now, 2015 edition celebrates its 15th anniversary with a special race and a special prize: an unique HEMI Challenge trophy, custom Mopar HEMI Challenge winner’s jacket and of course, some cash: $15,000. Surely this award will make some wonderful motivational effect on all the attending racers. In fact, there are cash awards for all the top 16 racer, that will qualify.

Mopar Additional Prizes

Furthermore, every Mopar-powered Super Stock/Automatic-HEMI class competitor will receive a special 15th anniversary event hat, replica license plate and a special commemorative poster. Mopar will also provide a special vehicle suspension seminar, a display of a new product and will talk about opportunities for participants to win a Mopar Gen II HEMI engine block. It is nice to see how a brand like Mopar motivates racers and participants to show their best, isn’t it?

As you might remember, the first Mopar HEMI Challenge was won by Bucky Hess back in 2001, followed by Richard Beshore in 2002, Jerry Jenkins in 2003 and Jeg Coughlin Jr. in 2004. And the driver with the most HEMI Challenge prizes is the champion Charlie Westcott Jr, who earned a total of six career wins in 2005, 2006, 2008, 2011, 2012 and 2014. This year’s Mopar HEMI Challenge will take place September 2-7.

Source: Mopar

June 18, 2015

Spirit of Dodge Brothers Still Lives On With Special Commercial Campaign [VIDEO]

Dodge debuts four ads, that will prove, that the spirit of John and Horace Dodge brothers is still alive. The spots show the two brothers’ passion for making not just cars, but piece of art. A passion, that still drives the Dodge brand today. The four short cinematic spots are directed by Academy Award-winning actor Adrien Brody, who participates in the advertising campaign, that includes video broadcasts, cable, digital and social elements.

In addition, customers will have the chance to follow the campaign in social media sites like Facebook, Twitter and Instagram.

The 60-second “First Dodge” spot tells a story about the start of the Dodge story. No, but a sort of prehistory of the brand, where two youngsters (John and Horace Dodge) before they founded the company, before they manufactured vehicle parts.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pbsJ2jAveI0

“Drive By” is the next spot, that tells the story of the two brothers as they are driving their 2015 Dodge Durango models, while music blasts from the BeastAudio system. The video features the song “No Flex Zone” by the hip-hop due Rae Sremmurd

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eIiVsU0Tzxw

“Discovery” is the next short vide from the series and demonstrates the 2015 Dodge Charger and Challenger Scat Packs. Then the image shifts to the Dodge brothers, as they are sitting in two old Dodge vehicles next to the Charger and Challenger.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HglLVEpXSis

“Morse Code” opens on a 2015 Dodge Charger. The famous brothers are at the wheel, flashing the headlights in order to spell out a special message in Morse Code.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=r1of61-GQqo

In fact, all of the short videos come with narrator and special message, that we will let you hear enjoy it all by yourself.

Dodge brand launched the campaign about the Dodge Brothers back in October 2014, exactly 100 years after John and Horace Dodge founded the Dodge Brothers Motor Car Company.