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Borla exhaust display at SEMA shows future of EV sound design

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Performance exhaust manufacturer Borla displayed what it hopes is the future of electric vehicle “exhaust” sound systems at SEMA this week. Loud cars and their associated exhaust systems are nothing new to car culture, and a leader in this industry has been Borla exhausts. What do you think of the article?

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Dodge CEO Says Electrification Won’t Spoil American Muscle

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However, Dodge CEO Tim Kuniskis is trying to assure the world that this won’t be the case. Everybody's panicked about [electrification]," Kuniskis told Automotive News from the sidelines of Roadkill Nights, the annual Mopar-themed motorsports event held in Pontiac, Michigan, ahead of the Woodward Dream Cruise. "It It is what it is.

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Stellantis Patents Fake Engine Vibrations for EVs

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When Dodge previewed its Fratzonic Chambered Exhaust for the all-electric Charger Daytona SRT concept (pictured), enthusiasts were divided. Some thought the idea of a faux exhaust system, designed to help EVs mimic the howl of a V8, was a cringe-worthy gimmick. Electric vehicles are interesting from a performance perspective.

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News: 2025 Dodge Charger Daytona EV Gets a Gas-Powered Sibling

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Three Variations to Offer Customers Choices Dodge lifted the covers this week on the eagerly awaited Charger Daytona. But Dodge offered up a few surprises during a media briefing on its newest entry. Second-half 2024 Dodge Charger Daytona R/T 2-door will debut with the Stage I performance pack. Estimated 0-60 times of around 3.3

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2024 Alfa Romeo Tonale Review — Bada Bing

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An ungodly amount of traffic and roadworks further lowered my spirits en route to the driving event. Full disclosure: Alfa Romeo invited me to a drive event in Lake Orion, Michigan, where I was offered a delicious-looking Italian lunch that I declined. Let’s start with the powertrain. Frontal space is particularly impressive.

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FCA US upgrades 3.6L Pentastar V-6; 2-step VVL, cooled EGR; up to 6% better fuel economy

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Pentastar, first introduced in 2009 ( earlier post ), was the first of an all-new line of V-6 engines intended to improve fuel efficiency across the Chrysler, Jeep and Dodge lineup. liter Pentastar V-6 also engine benefits from numerous upgrades which better harness the combustion event. liter Pentastar V-6 engine. Combustion upgrades.

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Road Test: 2021 Ford Mustang EcoBoost Premium

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came to life with a throaty note that would grumble and pop from the active valve performance exhaust system. This adaptive system, which amplifies the sound, has exhaust settings such as sport and track, making for a pleasant reminder you are driving a high-performance car. Road Test: 2015 Dodge Challenger. to go to a car show.

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