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Yahoo
20-03-2025
- Automotive
- Yahoo
Gas-Powered Dodge Chargers Return This Summer
Read the full story on The Auto Wire It's been a while since new gas-powered Dodge Chargers have rolled into dealerships, but that dry spell is about to end. This summer, the Dodge Charger Sixpack will make its market debut in two- and four-door formats. Just don't expect a Hemi in either the cars will come with a twin-turbo 3.0-liter Hurricane inline-six engine. In the two door Chargers, it will produce a claimed 550-horsepower with the High-Output version of the Hurricane. Four-door models get the Standard-Output engine with 420-hp on tap. No matter the engine, backing it is the new 88oRE 8-speed automatic transmission. All-wheel drive is standard, too. In other words, this isn't like your 2023 Dodge Charger or Challenger. As we covered before, Stellantis is panicking about low sales for the Dodge lineup and a lack of interest in the all-electric Charger Daytonas. Not only is it giving some killer deals on leases for the latter, it's also accelerated the release schedule for gas-powered Chargers. In fact, it's rumored more ICE versions of the Charger are also launching this summer. We wouldn't be surprised if Stellantis is trying to get everything out there in a hurry to try spiking sales. However, it will be an uphill battle for Dodge as consumers are disappointed no V8 power is in the mix. That was a dumb decision supposedly made by Stellantis' ex-CEO Carlos Tavares. He could just be a scapegoat at this point, but either way it seems changes are coming. There are indications Dodge is cooking up the return of the Hemi V8 to its lineup, although that hasn't been officially confirmed. It's even possible the Hellcat might make a comeback, but we're not holding out breath waiting for that to happen, either. What we do know is most people are staying away from new Dodges. That might partly be thanks to inflation and a lack of stability in the job market, plus high interest rates, because the Ford Mustang isn't exactly flying off lots these days. Dodge needs a hit soon or it's going to be facing some tough times that might change the brand further. Image via Stellantis Join our Newsletter, subscribe to our YouTube page, and follow us on Facebook.
Associated Press
19-02-2025
- Automotive
- Associated Press
Edmunds: Five new vehicles arriving in 2025 that were worth the wait
Ready to buy a new car? Well, you might want to wait because there are some cool and compelling models coming soon to a showroom near you. They range from a retro-themed performance sedan with a traditional gasoline engine to a rugged off-road SUV powered by electricity. There's even a pickup truck that offers a gas engine and electric propulsion simultaneously, which could be a game changer. Edmunds' editors highlight what they think will be the most interesting vehicles for car shoppers coming out later this year. 2026 Dodge Charger Sixpack Sedan Maybe you've seen the Charger Daytona R/T, Dodge's new electric performance coupe that draws design inspiration from the classic 1969 Charger. But what if you don't want an EV? And what if you need four doors? Good news is on the horizon, and it takes the form of the 2026 Charger Sixpack four-door sedan equipped with a turbocharged 3.0-liter inline six-cylinder gas engine. Dubbed the 'Hurricane,' the engine makes 420 horsepower in standard-output specification, more than the 5.7-liter V8 available in the old Charger. We also expect Dodge will follow it up later with a high-output engine making 550 horsepower. 2026 Honda Prelude The Honda Prelude was a showcase of Honda design and engineering in the 1980s and 1990s. But after the 2001 model year, it disappeared from the automaker's lineup. A quarter of a century later, it's finally coming back. The all-new 2026 Honda Prelude will be a hybrid. We expect Honda will use the hybrid powertrain that it uses in the hybrid versions of the CR-V and Civic. Honda hasn't said how much power it will make or what kind of fuel economy you can expect. However, the Prelude will come with a Honda S+ Shift feature that the company says will make the it more fun to drive than your typical hybrid. 2026 Jeep Recon With few exceptions, most electric SUVs are best driven on the pavement instead of off-road. Jeep plans to change that with the upcoming 2026 Recon, a bold and boxy EV with promising trail-rated off-roading capability and a similar open-air driving experience to a Wrangler. Jeep recently featured the Recon in a commercial starring Harrison Ford. Beyond that, however, the company has provided few details. We don't know how much range the Recon will have or how much it will cost. But we do know it will come with all-terrain tires, skid plates, a power-opening top, and removable windows and doors. And with trail guide maps embedded into the infotainment system and electronic locking axles, the Jeep Recon should be ready to rock on the path less traveled. 2025 Ram Ramcharger Boasting one of the most appropriate vehicle names in history, the Ram Ramcharger is a full-size pickup truck equipped with electric motors and a battery pack. So far, that's just like a Ford F-150 Lightning. The trick is that it also has a gasoline-fueled V6 engine to eliminate the problem of range anxiety. Ram's range-extending powertrain solution sounds complex, but there is a simple explanation of how it works. When the battery is out of charge, the gas engine serves as a backup generator, allowing the Ramcharger to travel an estimated 690 miles before requiring electricity or gasoline to continue the journey. In theory, you can drive the Ramcharger without ever visiting an EV charging station, or you can skip traditional gas stations altogether. Better yet, there aren't any downsides when it comes to capability. Ram says the Ramcharger can tow up to 14,000 pounds and zoom to 60 mph in 4.4 seconds. 2026 Rivian R2 Current Rivian trucks and SUVs are expensive, but the upcoming R2 SUV addresses that with a target price of $45,000. Smaller than the existing R1S but equipped with the same rugged, high-tech good looks, the Rivian R2 holds five people and travels more than 300 miles on a full battery. It comes with all-wheel drive and a healthy 9.8 inches of maximum ground clearance to help you out when going off-road. With rear vent windows and back glass that powers down into the tailgate, the Rivian R2 will give the Jeep Recon some competition. Just remember the R2's doors don't come off like the Recon's. As for timing, it should be available in the first half of 2026. We like these five upcoming models for their nostalgic appeal, technological innovation, or promise of fun no matter where you're going or what you're doing. At least one of them, the Jeep Recon, delivers all three of those traits. ____________
Yahoo
31-01-2025
- Automotive
- Yahoo
Dodge's Gas-Powered Charger Will Launch by This Summer
Last year's report on Dodge moving up the timeline for the gas-powered Dodge Charger Sixpack models is proving true. On Thursday, Dodge officially confirmed that the gasoline-powered version of the new Charger will be launching by the summer of this year. The turbocharged 3.0-liter inline-six-powered Charger models will join the electric Daytona R/T and Scat Pack that are already on sale. Dodge is planning on offering the Sixpack in both a standard output and a high-output version, much as with the Hurricane-powered Ram 1500; even the base model is potent what with its 420 horsepower, but the high-output Sixpack should be notably quicker, thanks to the 550 horsepower available from its 3.0-liter twin-turbo inline-six. Both electric and gas-powered Chargers are exclusively offered in all-wheel drive, but Dodge phas romised there will be a way to send power just to the rear wheels for the shenanigans we're accustomed to from Mopar muscle cars. The gas-powered versions coming this summer will also all be equipped with an eight-speed automatic transmission; sadly, no manual is planned. Dodge didn't specify which Sixpack model(s) will be launching first, but in addition to the engine output, the gas-powered Charger will be offered in both two-door and four-door variants. Dodge chose to lead with the coupe for its electric Daytona, but we do know that sedan versions of both the EV and internal-combustion version are coming. Whether or not the Hemi V-8 ever returns to the Charger, for now, still remains a mystery, but we're sure that won't stop rumors from circulating. You Might Also Like You Need a Torque Wrench in Your Toolbox Tested: Best Car Interior Cleaners The Man Who Signs Every Car
