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Dodge equips 2014 Durango full-size SUV with 8-speed for 9% boost in fuel economy

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Chrysler’s Dodge brand introduced the 2014 Dodge Durango full-size SUV at the 2013 New York International Auto Show. The new Durango competes in the full-size SUV segment, which with 900,000 units sold in 2012, has jumped 82% since 2009. The 2014 Dodge Durango features a new Eco Mode that contributes to its improved fuel economy.

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Drive Notes: 2024 Dodge Durango Alchemi

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Today I have a 2024 Dodge Durango Alchemi (we're not going to follow Dodge's capitalization on this one, we typically don't follow the OEMs' style, though there are exceptions) parked in my garage. SRT tuning makes the lumbering Durango handle a bit better than it should, especially in Sport mode. It's roomy.

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Pilot program to provide e-bikes to low-income workers in Durango, CO; NREL/CEO study on use patterns, efficiency benefits

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Supported by a $50,000-grant from the Colorado Energy Office, 16 low-income workers in Durango, Colorado will receive e-bikes through a pilot program of the 4 Corners Office of Resource Efficiency ( 4CORE ). The nonprofit received the grant funding from the state’s “Can Do Colorado Community Challenge.”.

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Orders Open for 2024 Dodge Durango SRT 392 AlcHEMI

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The lunatics at Dodge have just opened order banks for its 2024 Dodge Durango SRT 392 – the so-called AlcHEMI. Roll yer eyes at such a dad joke in terms of the model name all you want, but you’re looking at the first in a series of ‘Last Call’ models commemorating the final year of V8 Hemi engine production for the surly Dodge Durango.

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Dodge is Offering a Stout Discount On the 2025 Durango Hellcat

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It rolled out several “final-edition” versions of the Charger and Challenger before cutting the cord, and now, we’re seeing a similar approach with the Durango. CarsDirect found the pricing, which shows a $7,100 cut on 2025 Durango Hellcats. Those variants are ok, but they’re nowhere near as exciting as the Durango Hellcat.

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UAW Warns Dodge Durango Assembly May Leave U.S.

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The UAW is concerned that Stellantis will attempt to move Dodge Durango production out of the United States — which it says would also be a violation of the aforementioned union agreement. However, the union is growing concerned that Belvidere will remain closed and that the Durango will be heading out of the country — likely to Mexico.

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Dodge Trots Out Two Limited-Edition Durango Models for 2025

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The Dodge Durango entered its third generation more than a decade ago, but the automaker has kept it (mostly) current with new tech and a slew of powertrain options. Buyers can order the 2025 Durango special editions now by visiting one of Dodge’s specialized performance dealers. Images: Dodge] Become a TTAC insider.

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