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Dodge unveils its first electrified performance vehicle: Dodge Hornet R/T PHEV

Green Car Congress

Dodge unveiled the all-new 2023 Dodge Hornet compact SUV in R/T and GT trims with a lineup of multi-energy powertrains. The Dodge Hornet R/T PHEV, representing the brand’s first electrified performance vehicle, delivers 285-plus horsepower and 383 ft-lb (519 N·m) of torque. 2023 Dodge Hornet GT.

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Dodge and Ram CEO Tim Kuniskis is Retiring

The Truth About Cars

Tim Kuniskis, Dodge and Ram’s CEO, is leaving the house that Hellcat built. His tenure at Stellantis and its previous iterations spans 32 years, with his stint at the helms of Dodge starting in 2021 and Ram in 2023. The 57-year-old will be succeeded at Dodge by Matt McAlear, Dodge’s sales operations leader.

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End of the V8? Stellantis reveals latest advanced platform blends Dodge Hellcat power with 800km range!

EV Central

Expect bigger power packs to follow, along with differing chemistries as the tech rapidly evolves. First to use the new STLA Large platform will be the incoming Dodge Charger Daytona muscle car as well as the stylish new Jeep Wagoneer S SUV-coupe. Stellantis reveals latest advanced platform blends Dodge Hellcat power with 800km range!

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Dodge adding a simulated engine rumble to an upcoming EV

Teslarati

Dodge’s parent company, Stellantis, is set to add gas engine-like noise and vibrations to its upcoming Charger Daytona EV, expected to make the vehicle sound like it has a HEMI V8 engine. Dodge announces RAM Revolution reveal and hints at other EVs What are your thoughts?

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Dodge Confirms No Manual Transmission for New Charger

The Truth About Cars

With the 2024 Dodge Charger having finally been previewed , driving enthusiasts have been arguing about whether the all-new model is an improvement from the original or a grotesque misstep. Considering the above, it should be no shocker that the brand likewise snubbed manual transmissions — with Dodge having just confirmed the decision.

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Dodge Charger Daytona EV unveiled as first electric muscle car with Hellcat performance

Electrek

Dodge revealed the new 2024 Dodge Charger Daytona EV for the first time Tuesday. Retaining its title as the “world’s quickest and most powerful muscle car,” the electric Dodge Charger will deliver Hellcat Redeye levels of performance.

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Junkyard Find: 1986 Dodge Lancer ES Turbo

The Truth About Cars

One of the rarest types is the 1985-1989 Dodge Lancer , and I've found an example in a Silicon Valley self-service wrecking yard. The Lancer was the Dodge-badged version of the Chrysler LeBaron GTS hatchback sedan , priced between the Aries and 600 sedans. liter straight-four power. liter straight-four power.

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