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2015 Dodge Viper Gets More Horsepower and $15k Price Drop

Good news for all 2015 Dodge Viper future buyers: the new starting price of the MY 2015 model is $15,000 USD less than the 2014 model it replaces. In addition, Dodge is giving the snake more horsepower and improved fuel economy. The new model year version of the Viper SRT will produce 645 horsepower (474 kW) and get up to 20 miles per gallon.

Dodge launched the original 1992 Dodge Viper priced at $50,700 USD, which adjusted for inflation equates to $86,130 in today’s dollars. This is even more compared to the price tag for the MY2015 Viper (see below). The first generation model 400 horsepower (294 kW), it didn’t have air conditioning, anti-lock brakes, traction control, stability control or … even have real windows. This made it the rawest American performance car of its time.

On the contrary, the fifth generation Viper, which maintains the purity of the original car through its seductive design, perfect weight balance and all-aluminum V10, adds 245 horsepower and five-mode ESC, two-mode suspension, ABS, traction control, launch control and a lightweight carbon fiber, magnesium and aluminum structure.

Furthermore, Dodge is also introducing various product enhancements, new packages and new colors for the 2015 Viper. The SRT is getting new accent stitching on the seats and instrument panel as well as Alcantara accents on the doors and instrument panel, and ‘Viper’ badged aluminum sill plates.

In addition, the GT now comes enhanced with Nappa leather seats with Alcantara inserts, Alcantara accents on the doors and IP, ‘Viper’ badged aluminum sill plates, two-mode suspension, five-mode ESC, ‘GTS’ hood and two-piece StopTech slotted rotors. The GTS Ceramic Blue Special Edition has an exclusive Ceramic Blue exterior color scheme accented by Black stripes.

At last, the TA 2.0 Special Edition is improved via the high-performance Aero Package. 2015 Viper is also getting three new exterior paint colors: Y’Orange, Stryker Orange and Stryker Purple.

The production of 2015 Dodge Vipers will begin in the second half of the fourth quarter of 2014. The cars will be arriving in dealerships in the first quarter of 2015 with a starting price of $84,995 USD.

Source: Dodge

September 9, 2014

GeigerCars Dodge Ram 1500

Dodge RAM 1500 is now presented to us with breathtaking variation. In my opinion it’s probably the best looking full-size pick up truck on the road. It was named a “Motor trend truck of the year 2014”, the only vehicle to win that award in back-to-back years.

This award winning, half ton pickup truck is equipped with the new 3.0 liter V6 Common Rail turbo diesel engine, with the maximum performance of 241 hp (179 kW). With a maximum torque peak of 569 Nm (419 lb-ft). Highly manageable consumption rate of just 7.5 liters(100 km), ( 38 mpg UK or 31.3 mpg US), along with a brand new automatic 8-gearbox, pneumatic suspension and huge trailer load of a maximum of 3,500 kg Dodge RAM 1500 4×4 Crew Cab Ram Box 3.0l V6 EcoDiesel, makes us happy and mostly surprised to witness its overwhelming leadership over the Nissan Navara which has a slightly different gearbox of just 7 levels.

What I really like about that Dodge Ram is how wide the doors open with a great entryway. As far as for legroom, there is plenty of space in the backseat position with enough space for your knees, providing enough room to feel as comfortable as you can. The headroom is great, and even better with a indent at the top of the roof line which provides extra room for the taller ones.

The leather interior is what I like as well, with its brown on tan color scheme. A folding armrest placed at the middle of the backseat to which you can lean on, along with a pair of cup holders. There are also two cup holders on the floorboard. An 8.4 inch touchscreen display has all the navigation controls you can access and work on making your driving a lot easier.

The rear view camera position is right next to the handle of the tailgate which allows you to see how close you are to the trailer hitch, assuming you want to attach a trailer or a boat. A few other safety items, like parking sensors positioned all along the rear bumper, along with duo exhaust tips. The Dodge Ram 1500 behaves extremely well and handles itself good in deep snow and rough terrain.

Source: Dodge

September 5, 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!

httpv://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oEVlYISatgU

Source: Mopar

August 29, 2014

Ram Launches 2015 Heavy Duty Models [VIDEO]

Ram Truck Brand is currently starting the production of the 2015 Ram 2500 and 3500 HD vehicles. The news here is that the Ram 3500 models will offer increased torque ratings of 865 lb.-ft. (1172 Nm) and an increased payload of 7,390 pounds. They also will capable of maintaining maximum tow rating of 30,000 pounds. The company has worked closely with Cummins to make turbo boost calibration to the 6.7-liter engine. The result is an additional 20 Nm (15 lb.-ft.) of torque.

As mentioned Ram Heavy Duty are equipped with 6.4-liter HEMI V-8. The 16-valve engine produces 410 horsepower (306 kW) at 5,600 rpm and a peak torque rating of 429 lb.-ft.(582 Nm), at 4,000 rpm.

The second engine option is the 5.7-liter HEMI V-8, which is standard equipment for the Ram 2500 and 3500 (SRW). The engine generates 383 horsepower (282 kW) at 5,600 rpm and peak torque of 400 lb.-ft. (542 Nm) of torque at 4,000 rpm. The unit is coupled to a 66RFE six-speed automatic transmission.

The 6.7-liter Cummins Turbo Diesel I-6 is offered as an option in three versions. The first one is matched with six-speed manual transmission and delivers 350 horsepower (257 kW) at 2,800 rpm and 660 lb.-ft. (864 Nm) of torque at 1,400 rpm. The second option couples the Cummins to the 68RFE six-speed automatic transmission and this makes it produce 370 horsepower (272 kW) at 2,800 rpm with 800 lb.-ft. (1084 Nm) of torque at 1,600 rpm.

At the top of the range stands the 6.7-liter Cummins High-Output Turbo Diesel I-6 for Ram 3500 which is paired with the Aisin six-speed automatic transmission. Next to the 385 horsepower (283 kW) at 2,800 rpm and torque of 865 lb.-ft. (1172 Nm) at 1,700 rpm.

httpv://youtu.be/g7aKBiv7IP4

Video Source: YouTube

Source: Ram Truck Brand

August 26, 2014

2015 Dodge Challenger SRT Hellcat – 635WHP [video]

K&N Air Filters has published a video on Youtube showing the real power of the epic Dodge Challenger SRT Hellcat. The fastest and most powerful muscle car in the world has even more horsepower than officially stated. It has been put to dynotest by Motor Trend team and showed amazing 635WHP (467 kW) and 798Nm (591 lb-ft) at the rear wheels, which is 722HP (531 kW) and 914Nm (672 lb-ft) at the crankshaft.

This is “just” 15HP and 34Nm more than the officially stated figures of – 707HP (527 kW) and 880Nm (650 lb-ft) of torque produced by the mighty 6.2 liter supercharged V8 engine under the hood. What is more, the American car manufacturer has recently unveiled the Charger SRT Hellcat, which is the fastest saloon on the planet (non-tuned).

Other nice highlight is that the speedometer stopped at 202 mph (325 km/h), but the revcounter continued to build speed. If we pause the video, when the speedometer is at 202 mph, we can see that the engine is at 5,300RPM. The rev limiter is at 6,000RPM, so at 8 gear the car will be going theoretically with 229 mph (368 km/h).

Enjoy the video!

httpv://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iKgXNAHVWRE

Source: KNFilter via Youtube

August 21, 2014

Dodge Charger Make Fun of Volkswagen Passat [videos]

Dodge has released two very funny commercial videos of the new 2015 Charger. Actually, they are mocking to Volkswagen Passat. As the US manufacturer declared in May – “No kid ever grew up with a poster of a Passat on his bedroom wall” and we will add – “But many with a Charger”.

The all-new 2015 Dodge Charger is powered by a 3.6 liter Pentastar V6 – 292HP (218 kW) and 353Nm (260 lb-ft) of torque. There is also a 5.7 liter HEMI V8 engine coupled with a TorqueFlite electronic 8-speed automatic transmission. It develops 370HP (272 kW) and 535Nm (395 lb-ft) of torque. The SRT8 model has a 6.4 liter HEMI V8 with 470HP (346 kW) and 637Nm (472 lb-ft) of torque, which is mentioned in the first clip (below).

The ad says “Here it is, the 470HP HEMI V8, butt kicking, Mötley Crüe blasting Volkswagen Passat. No, I’m just kidding, it’s a Charger.”

Enjoy!

httpv://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SPEM-_b3eu8

Recently, Dodge has unveiled the extreme Charger SRT Hellcat, which is the most powerful family saloon in the world. It has a 6.2 liter supercharged V8 – 707HP (527 kW) and 880Nm (650 lb-ft) of torque. It is connected to an 8-speed automatic gearbox sending all that power to the rear wheels. ¼ mile is covered in just 11.0 seconds and the top speed is whopping 328 km/h (204 mph); 0-160-0 km/h in less than 13.0 seconds. It also features 5 driving modes, complete aerodynamics package, big brake system and enormous wheels fitted with performance tires.

Beat that!

httpv://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tMfB70VtsP0

Source: Dodge

August 21, 2014

Trans Am Series Debut for 2014 Dodge Challenger SRT

2014 Dodge Challenger SRT made a Trans Am Series premiere this weekend. Miller Racing team drove two Dodge Challenger SRTs at the Mid-Ohio Sports Car Course. The four-time series champion Tommy Kendall drove the No. 11 Dodge Challenger SRT, while his teammate and TA2 points leader Cameron Lawrence drove the No. 1 Challenger. Miller Racing gave the team a more-robust support base. In fact, Kendall won four championships in the 1990s and he last competed in the Trans Am Series in 2004.

The driver is best known for winning championships in Trans Am and IMSA. He is also popular with his victory in the 1995 Rolex 24 At Daytona as well as a television analyst for Fox Sports 1 and NBC Sports. Another interesting fact here is that Kendall has the third most Trans Am victories with 28. On the other hand, his teammate – Lawrence, has captured 14 wins in 21 series starts since 2012.

Miller Racing has switched the manufacturers to Dodge but this won’t keep of Lawrence from retaining his TA2 class points. The 21-year-old driver currently holds a 35-point margin over second place. The driver expressed his wish to continue the success he had and to stay on top and keep the season rolling.

The Miller Racing team was “born” in 2012. During the 2013 Trans Am Lawrence won eight of 10 events in the TA2 class, including the last seven-consecutive races. The team has captured 18 Trans Am victories in 26 races over three seasons.

Next to the newly formed partnership with Miller Racing, SRT Motorsports also fields two Dodge Viper SRT GTS-Rs in the IMSA TUDOR United SportsCar Championship, and supports a customer racing program with the Dodge Viper SRT GT3-R in the IMSA TUDOR series, Pirelli World Challenge and Supercar Challenge.

Source: Dodge

August 18, 2014

2015 Dodge Charger SRT Hellcat – 707HP and 880Nm

Nowadays, all car manufacturers are competing to introduce more fuel efficient cars – plug-in hybrids, all-electric and even hybrid hyper vehicles like McLaren P1 and Porsche 918. No. Dodge has introduced worlds quickest, fastest and most powerful production sedan – Charger SRT Hellcat.

The engine is taken from the Challenger SRT Hellcat – a 6.2 liter supercharged V8 – 707HP (527 kW) and 880Nm (650 lb-ft) of torque. It is connected to an 8-speed automatic gearbox sending all that power to the rear wheels. ¼ mile is covered in just 11.0 seconds and the top speed is whopping 328 km/h (204 mph); 0-160-0 km/h in less than 13.0 seconds.

There are five driving modes:

Custom — Allows the driver to personalize the vehicle’s performance

Sport — Delivers increased vehicle performance capability over the Default Mode

Track — Delivers maximum vehicle performance capability on smooth, dry surfaces

Default — Activates automatically when starting the vehicle

Eco — Maximizes fuel economy with a revised shift schedule, pedal map and second-gear starts

The exterior boasts an aggressive design featuring modified front fascia, a new front grille and LED-infused headlights. There is also a power-bulge aluminum hood with a CAI (cold air intake) and heat extractors. Other highlights include a new rear bumper, lip spoiler for the trunk, dual sports exhaust system and a set of enormous 20” alloy wheels fitted with Pirelli P Zero high-performance tires.

The interior features a new sport steering wheel with flat bottom, heated and vented sport seats upholstered in Nappa leather and Alcantara. There is also a digital instrument cluster, impressive 900 watts 18-speaker HK (Harman Kardon) premium audio system and Uconnect infotainment system with an 8.4” touchscreen display.

Last, but not least is the largest front-brake system ever fitted in a Chrysler Group vehicle – 390mm (15.4”) Brembo two-piece rotors with 6-piston calipers. It ensures ultimate stopping power and outstanding heat management and thermal capacity and longevity.

Source: Dodge

August 14, 2014

Dodge Durango three-row SUV now comes with Blacktop Appearance Package

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Dodge has announced the addition of the popular Blacktop Appearance Package to the award-winning 2014 Durango three-row SUV. Now with the addition of the Durango the package can be found on seven 2014 Dodge models including the Charger, Challenger, Avenger, Dart, Journey and Grand Caravan.

The main function of the Blacktop Appearance Package is to bring a distinctive, sporty and sinister look to the vehicles that make use of it. It features unique Gloss Black 20-inch aluminum wheels, dual rear exhaust with bright tips offering 295 horsepower (217 kW) with the V6 engine and 360 horsepower (265 kW) with the HEMI® V-8 engine, a Gloss Black crosshair grille with matching grille surround, Gloss Black side mirrors, Gloss Black exterior badging, black headlamp bezels, body color fascia and moldings, and five options for exterior paint colors. The Blacktop Appearance Package is available on Durango SXT, Limited and R/T models.

“The rear-wheel-drive based Dodge Durango is already one of a kind. It stands out as the Charger of the three-row SUV segment,” said Tim Kuniskis, President and CEO – Dodge Brand and SRT Brand, Chrysler Group LLC. “Now with Blacktop Package, customers can make it even more unique, and it’s customized by the factory.”

Apart from the Blacktop Package, the new 2014 Dodge Durango offers a number of improvements that include a new standard eight-speed automatic transmission, better fuel economy and performance, new LED exterior lighting, an internal 5-inch or 8.4-inch touch screen, a new programmable instrument cluster and a high-definition dual-display Blu-Ray entertainment system.

The Blacktop Package now applies to the Dodge Durango SXT, Limited and R/T models but there is some differentiation when it comes to the extras included. To the SXT models the Blacktop Package adds Gloss Black 20-inch aluminum wheels, dual rear exhaust with bright tips, Gloss Black crosshair grille with matching grille surround, Gloss Black side mirrors, Gloss Black badging, black headlamp bezels, and body-color fascias and moldings. Blacktop is available for a U.S. Manufacturer’s Suggested Retail Price (MSRP) of only USD 1,590 MSRP.

On Limited models, the Blacktop Package includes all of the above content, plus HID headlamps and LED daytime running lights (DRLs), to complement its premium leather interior, for a starting U.S. MSRP of USD 1,990.

On the R/T, the Blacktop Package adds Gloss Black 20-inch aluminum wheels, Gloss Black crosshair grille with matching grille surround and Gloss Black badging for a U.S. MSRP of USD 295.

There’s some difference in the engines too, when it comes to the different versions of the 2014 Durango Blacktop Package. The Dodge Durango SXT Blacktop and Limited Blacktop editions come with the Durango standard 3.6-liter Pentastar V6 engine and dual exhaust with active intake, a new standard eight-speed automatic transmission and 295 horsepower (217 kW) and 260 lb.-ft. (353 Nm) of torque. This engine can also tow up to 6,200 pounds (2814 kilograms) and achieves up to 25 miles per gallon (9.4 liters per 100 km), which means it can cover up to 600 miles (960 km) on a single tank of gasoline.

The Dodge Durango R/T Blacktop comes with a standard 5.7-liter HEMI® V8 engine that produces 360 horsepower (265 kW) and 390 lb.-ft. (529 Nm) of torque with a best-in-class tow rating of 7,400 pounds (3360 kilograms). In addition to that the engine features the so-called Fuel Saver Technology which can deactivate cylinders. Thus when less power is needed the engine can operate as a standard 4-cylinder engine and when more power is needed it can work as a V8 engine. The fuel economy in the latter case reaches 23 miles per gallon (10.2 liters per 100 km).

Source: Dodge

August 8, 2014

2015 Dodge Viper To Get Extra Horsepower

The latest news around the Dodge Viper from the model year 2015 is that it is going to get more engine power. The car’s engine won’t be supercharged nor be the most powerful Dodge’s Hellcat V-8. On the contrary, it will keep its naturally-aspirated 8.4-liter V10 unit which will be boosted with the minor 5 horsepower. The increase of power will be done via tuning.

This means that the initial 640 hp (471 kW) of the Viper will become in the 2015 model year 645 hp (474 kW). Unfortunately, there will be no change in the torque figures in this Dodge, so it will be left with the original 813 Nm (600 lb-ft). Still, not bad at all.

Reports stated that the increase in power will probably be due to a combination of enhanced breathing and altered code. We also expect to see some changes in the transmission, which for the MY2014 was the six-speed manual gearbox.

The 2014 Version of the SRT Viper has a curb weight of just 1,521 kg (3,354 lbs) and Dodge seems to make little or no modifications here. With the original 640 hp, the Viper can accelerate from 0 to 100 km/h in the impressive 3 seconds on its way to a top speed of 331 km/h (206 mph). The ¼ mile is covered in 11.5 seconds, while the 0 to 160 km/h sprint is covered in less than 12 seconds. Wonder what these figures will look like with the minor 5 hp update.

July 29, 2014

Inspired Autosport 2014 Dodge SRT Viper GTS

Inspired Autosport has unveiled their project based on 2014 Dodge SRT Viper GTS. The extremely powerful sports coupe has received even more power and exceptional stance from the tuning specialists.

The 2014 SRT Viper GTS is powered by an all-aluminum 8.4 liter naturally aspirated V10 engine – 640HP (471 kW) and 813Nm (600 lb-ft) of torque. It is connected to a 6-speed manual gearbox. The curb weight of the vehicle is just 1,521 kg (3,354 lbs). 0-100 km/h in 3.0 seconds and a top speed of 331 km/h (206 mph). The ¼ mile is covered in 11.5 seconds and 0-160-0 km/h in less than 12 seconds.

Inspired Autosport has boosted the engine to 700HP (522 kW). The result is thanks to a complete titanium sports exhaust system, an Agency Power CAI (cold air intake) and an ECU re-map.

The exterior boasts a complete 3M frozen black body wrap giving the sports car a unique and aggressive look. The stance is improved by a set of Eibach coil springs and a set of light alloy wheels – 20” at the front and 21” at the rear fitted with Pirelli P Zero high-performance tires measuring 355/25 ZR21 (rear).

No words about pricing, but a regular 2014 Dodge SRT Viper GTS is priced from $122,390 in the US. The standard equipment includes a rearview camera, SAT NAV system, HD radio, 12-speakers Harman-Kardon audio system with two subwoofers and Uconnect infotainment. The optional hi-end stereo with 18 speakers is just $1,955.

Source: Inspired Autosport

July 29, 2014

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