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Chrysler Group LLC Reports August 2010

Auburn Hills, Mich. , Sep 1, 2010 – Chrysler Group LLC today reported U.S. sales of 99,611, a 7 percent increase compared with sales in August 2009 (93,222 units).Jeep Brand The Jeep Brand posted a 17 percent year-over-year increase in August. The Ram Truck Brand all-new Jeep Grand Cherokee contributed to the increase as its August sales more than doubled sales in July. The iconic Jeep Wrangler,... [Read more]

Muscle Cars Past and Present from Chrysler Group at 2010 Woodward Dream Cruise

               Chrysler Group LLC presents a variety of current production vehicles and products from the brands of Chrysler, Dodge, Fiat, Jeep®, Ram Truck and Mopar® on display at the 2010 Woodward Dream Cruise.  Classic muscle cars as well as current production vehicles will be represented from Chrysler Group LLC. The display includes the following vehicles: All-new 2011 Jeep Grand... [Read more]

Mopar® to Rev Up Woodward Dream Cruise – Mopar® ’10 Challenger Will Be Front and Center

       Mopar® will make its presence felt at the world’s largest one-day celebration of classic-car culture, the 16th annual Woodward Dream Cruise on Saturday, Aug. 21. More than one million expected visitors will have the chance to check out Mopar vehicles and performance parts at the corner of 13 Mile and Woodward in Royal Oak, Mich. “The Woodward Dream Cruise is the perfect place to showcase... [Read more]

MOPAR CELEBRATES 30TH MOPAR NATIONALS, NAMES LARS SKRODER AS ‘TOP ELIMINATOR’ WINNER

Mopar fans had help from the brand they love in celebrating the 30th anniversary of the Mopar Nationals. Event attendees jammed the Mopar Direct Connection Trailer and Mopar display vehicles at hot and steamy National Trail Raceway near Columbus, Ohio, on Aug. 13–15, and the Mopar brand also chose a winner from the Mopar Nationals show car field in its popular “Top Eliminator” program. Lars... [Read more]

Mopar® Headed to Columbus for 30th Annual Mopar Nationals Event

Mopar® will help celebrate the 30th anniversary of one of the premier Mopar enthusiast events on the annual car show calendar when the Mopar Nationals roll into National Trail Raceway near Columbus, Ohio on Aug. 13–15. Mopar will bring its Mopar Direct Connection Trailer and display vehicles to the event and will name a fourth winner in its popular Mopar “Top Eliminator” enthusiast... [Read more]

New Commercials From Mopar

New Commercials From Mopar (8/10/2010)  Read More →

Chrysler Group LLC Announces August 2010 U.S. Incentives

     Chrysler Group LLC today announced August incentives, continuing its 60-day pledge and national Tent Event through Aug. 31. In addition, 0 percent financing for up to 60 months is available through Ally Financial on most 2010 model year vehicles.  “Ally Financial continues to be an important partner to us, financing about 50 percent of our retail sales year to date,” said Fred... [Read more]

Chrysler Group LLC Reports July 2010 U.S. Sales Increased 5 Percent

Chrysler Group LLC Reports July 2010 U.S. Sales Increased 5 Percent; Product Onslaught Coming Soon   July marks the fourth consecutive month of year-over-year sales increases Dodge Challenger and Dodge Journey each set sales records for the month of July Ram Chassis Cab sets record for best monthly sales ever Thirteen Chrysler Group vehicle lines improve year-over-year sales Auburn Hills, Mich. ,... [Read more]

Mopar Dodge Challenger ’10 – New Photos Released

Just in time for the weekend, dodge has just released a slew of new photos of the upcoming Mopar Challenger ’10.  Enjoy and have a very good weekend everyone!                                                              Read More →

Mopar® Headed to Thunder Mountain for 31st Annual Mile-High NHRA Nationals to Reveal Mopar ’10 Challenger at Big Block Event

          Mopar®, Chrysler Group LLC’s service, parts and customer-care brand, will join thousands of Mopar drag-racing fans as they roll into Bandimere Speedway in Morrison, Colo., for the 31st Annual Mopar Mile-High NHRA Nationals, July 23-25. To kick off the weekend’s festivities, Mopar will reveal its new Mopar ’10 Challenger at its Big Block Event gathering on Thursday, July,... [Read more]

Furious Fuchsia Dodge Challenger Now Available for Ordering

It appears that all the trouble Dodge was having with the new Furious Fuchsia color at Brampton Assembly have been resolved. Per information reported on Redletter Dodge, Furious Fuchsia is now available for ordering as of July 9th. In addition to the Furious Fuchsia paint scheme, the unique Challengers also come with complimenting interior accents such as Pearl White and unique dash-mounted plated... [Read more]

Mopar ’10 Challenger Details Released!

Earlier this morning, we got the chance to participate in a live web meeting with the head of Mopar, Pietro Gorlier and Dodge CEO Ralph Gilles.  The topic of discussion was an exciting new version of the Dodge Challenger that is set to be released by Mopar next month.  They are calling it the Mopar ’10 Challenger.  Details are listed below.  Only 500 will be built so this is sure to be a VERY... [Read more]

Chrysler Group LLC to Introduce Mopar ’10 Challenger

Tomorrow morning at 9:00 AM EST, Challengerenthusiast.net will be joining a live webcast with Chrysler LLC for a major announcement concerning the Dodge Challenger.  No details have been give whatsoever, but the fact that Dodge CEO Ralph Gilles and Pietro Gorlier, president and CEO of Mopar will be attending, we expect big things.  Stay tuned and we will be the first to let you know all the big... [Read more]

Breaking News! 2011 Dodge Challenger Pricing and Details Announced

While Dodge hasn’t officially released details and pricing for the 2011 Dodge Challenger, the folks over at NADA.com have already released some preliminary info for us to drool over.  Let’s start off with the bad news first.  The base prices for each model have increased substantially across the entire model lineup for 2011. 2010 Model 2011 Model Price Difference: S/E                                ... [Read more]

Under the Pentastar – 7/2/2010

Under the Pentastar is a quick video wrap of significant events at Chrysler Group LLC over the past week. This week’s edition includes: June Sales, a Dodge Viper exclusive and Challengers return to NASCAR.  Read More →

Chrysler Group LLC Reports June 2010 U.S. Sales Increased 35 Percent – Momentum Continues with Third Consecutive Month of Year-Over-Year Increases

Chrysler Group LLC Reports June 2010 U.S. Sales Increased 35 Percent – Momentum Continues with Third Consecutive Month of Year-Over-Year Increases Chrysler Group LLC posts a 35 percent sales increase compared with June 2009, doubling the average industry percentage increase June marks the third consecutive month of year-over-year sales increases Chrysler, Dodge, Jeep® and Ram Truck brands all posted... [Read more]

2011 Dodge Challenger Updated Information

This is a follow up to our post back in February regarding the changes for the upcoming 2011 Dodge Challenger.  As more details leak out, most of our predictions have been confirmed as well as a few surprises. - New 6.4L HEMI V8 will be available for the SRT8 Challenger for 2011 - 6.4L HEMI will have cylinder deactivation technology designed to help increase fuel economy similar to what is available... [Read more]

Dodge Brand Amplifies High-performance Action Around Daytona

     • Dodge will host more than 100 Dodge Challenger owners and their vehicles during the weekend when Dodge Challenger returns to NASCAR competition in Nationwide Series after an almost 30 year absence • Interactive trackside Dodge display features various activities, giveaways and driver autograph sessions • Rock band Atomic Tom to perform on Thursday, July 1, at Daytona Dodge June 29,... [Read more]

New Dodge Challenger Shaker Hood from Autoform Racing

For those Dodge Challenger enthusiasts that want a truly retro look, check out the newly released Shaker hood setup from Autoform Racing. It is being advertised as the only true functioning Shaker hood setup for the modern Dodge Challenger. Total cost MSRP is $1,995.  Read More →

Dodge Challenger Videos of the Week – 6/21/2010

Here’s our picks for Challenger Videos of the Week for 6/21/2010.   Enjoy! Sam Hubinette’s Crazy Forumula Drift Dodge Challenger on the Dyno at Stack Performance Sam Hubinette’s Crazy Forumula Drift Dodge Challenger on the Streets of Hollywood  Read More →

Roy Johnson advances his Drag Pak Dodge Challenger to semi-finals at Bristol

     While his son may get most of the spotlight and attention, this weekend marked a come back for Roy Johnson.  You see, Roy builds engines for his son’s Mopar sponsored NHRA Pro Stock Dodge Avenger, Allen Johnson Racing.  But, after 30 years Roy was back in the driver’s seat at Thunder Valley in Bristol, TN. this past weekend.  This time he was piloting a new Mopar Dodge Challenger Drag... [Read more]

Chrysler Group LLC is First Automotive Company to Introduce

Free New Feature First Available on All-new 2011 Jeep® Grand Cherokee Auburn Hills, Mich. , Jun 17, 2010 – Last year, Chrysler Group was the first automotive company to replace traditional, bulky owner manuals with DVDs and user guides. This year, the company is introducing the industry’s first smartphone vehicle-information application. Information that used to be stuffed into the glove... [Read more]

Father and Son Mopar Team Aim for Victory at NHRA Thunder Valley Nationals

From Moparspeed.com:      The Team Mopar® father-and-son duo of Allen and Roy Johnson hope to have two very special reasons to celebrate Father’s Day this Sunday.  NHRA Full Throttle Drag Racing Series Mopar Dodge Avenger driver Allen Johnson will seek his first Pro Stock win at his home track of Bristol (Tenn.) Dragway, while his father and engine builder, Roy Johnson, will end a nearly 30-year... [Read more]

NASCAR Dodge Challenger Get Wind Tunnel Testing

The wind tunnel is the best place to test a vehicle’s aerodynamics without running on a race track. That goes double when it comes to developing a new race car. Check out this rare, behind-the-scenes look as Dodge Motorsports and Penske Racing team up to develop Brad Keselowski’s #22 NASCAR Nationwide Series Dodge Challenger R/T.  Read More →

2010 Dodge Challenger R/T Classic Reviewed

Check out the latest review of the 2010 Dodge Challenger R/T Classic from Drivetime in the video below.  Read More →

Dodge Challenger “Freedom” Commercial – Behind the Scenes

Take a behind the scenes look at the latest Dodge Challenger “Freedom” Commercial.  Read More →

Panther Pink 2010 Dodge Challenger SRT8 on EBay

                                   For those of you that can’t wait for Dodge to release Furious Fuchsia for the new Dodge Challenger, we have an alternative for you.  It seems like a rather eager owner was very anxious to get the look of the 1970 Panther Pink color not offered on the new Challenger.  So, they tool it to a local body shop for a panther pink makeover. ... [Read more]

“Under the Pentastar” Wraps the Week

Media Advisory: “Under the Pentastar” Wraps the Week Under the Pentastar is a quick video wrap of significant events at Chrysler Group LLC over the past week. In this week’s edition of Under the Pentastar:A Viper Exclusive, the Dodge Brand joins the Rock ‘N Roll Marathon, Dodge Challenger “Freedom” Ad debut and an Indiana investment.  Read More →

New Dodge Challenger “Freedom” Commercial

MEDIA ADVISORY: The Dodge Brand Debuts New 60-Second Spot in Honor of 2010 FIFA World Cup Match Between USA and England June 11, 2010 , Auburn Hills, Mich. The Dodge Brand debuts their latest commercial featuring the 2010 Dodge Challenger. The new commercial, titled “Freedom,” was created in honor of the match between USA and England at the 2010 FIFA World Cup. The 60-second spot airs... [Read more]

Hübinette Advances to Top 16 at Wall Stadium with Mopar Dodge Challenger SRT

From Moparspeed:      Two-time Formula DRIFT (FD) champion Samuel Hübinette drove his Samuel Hübinette Racing (SHR) Dodge Motorsports/BFGoodrich Dodge Challenger to a Top 16 finish in the FD: Round Three The Gauntlet event at Wall Stadium in Wall, N.J. on Saturday, June 5.      Hübinette qualified his Mopar-powered Dodge Challenger No. 13, then drew 2005 FD champion Rhys Millen in the premier... [Read more]

Dodge Challenger Videos of the Week

Something new at Challengerenthusiast.net! Check out our favorite Dodge Challenger videos of the week!  Read More →

Chrysler Group LLC Announces Attractive June 2010 Incentives

Auburn Hills, Mich. , Jun 2, 2010 – Auburn Hills, Mich. – Chrysler Group LLC today announced 0 percent financing for up to 60 months, and 1.9 percent financing for 72 months on most 2010 model year Chrysler, Dodge, Jeep and Ram truck vehicles when financed through GMAC Financial Services.  Chrysler Brand Consumers purchasing 2010 model year Chrysler brand vehicles can choose 0 percent financing... [Read more]

Chrysler Group LLC Reports May 2010 U.S. Sales Increased 33 Percent, Topping 100,000

     Chrysler Group LLC posts a 33 percent sales increase compared with May 2009 *The company sold more than 100,000 units in U.S. for the first time since March 2009, reaching 104,819 units * May marks the fourth consecutive month of month-over-month sales increases, and the second consecutive month of year-over-year sales increases. * Chrysler, Dodge, Jeep® and Ram brands all posted year-over-year... [Read more]

Make Dad’s Car a Star this Father’s Day With Mopar Accessories

“Make dad’s day by upgrading his vehicle with live, mobile TV or a cat-back exhaust system,” said Jim Sassorossi, Director of Mopar Sales and Marketing, Chrysler Group LLC. “With more than 280,000 parts and accessories, Mopar has something for every father’s Chrysler, Dodge, Jeep or Ram Truck vehicle. And for sons and daughters who may be time constrained, many of our parts and accessories... [Read more]

Dodge Challenger at the Superbike World Championship

     Two-wheel racing enthusiasts with a need for speed have the chance to see what four-wheel performance at its best is all about in thrill rides with Dodge SRT8 products Dodge brand plans onslaught of activities to showcase products to race enthusiasts attending the only U.S. stop of the Superbike World Championship      Tens of thousands of fans expected to attend Miller Motorsports Park... [Read more]

Roy Johnson Breaks In Mopar® Dodge Challenger Drag Pak at Bristol

     Roy Johnson has finally had a chance to play with the present his son, NHRA Pro Stock Mopar® Dodge Avenger driver Allen Johnson, bought for him for Christmas last year—a 2009 Mopar Dodge Challenger Drag Pak vehicle.      Roy Johnson, who builds the Mopar HEMI® engines for his son’s J&J Racing Pro Stock team, currently second in the Pro Stock standings, took his first runs in... [Read more]

Statement on New Logo for Dodge

     Auburn Hills, Mich. , May 27, 2010 – As the Dodge brand redefines itself with new lifestyle packages, new ads, events and sponsorships, and a slew of upcoming new products, it’s using its brand name to send a clear message that its “forever young” attitude and performance-driven history will drive the brand into the future.      The new Dodge brand logo features... [Read more]

SHR DODGE/BFGoodrich Drift Team roars into the Road to the Championship

                              Hübinette Racing’s Dodge/BFGoodrich team roared into the second round of the Formula DRIFT championship at Road Atlanta this weekend with enthusiasm and momentum. The new two-car team, featuring team owner Hübinette behind the wheel of a new Dodge Challenger and drift newcomer Andrew “ACP” Comrie-Picard in the familiar Dodge Viper, were... [Read more]

2010 Dodge Challenger Recall

     CHRYSLER IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2010 CHRYSLER 300, DODGE CHALLENGER, CHARGER, JEEP COMMANDER, GRAND CHEROKEE AND DODGE RAM VEHICLES. THESE VEHICLES MAY HAVE BEEN BUILT WITH A WIRELESS IGNITION NODE (WIN) MODULE EXHIBITING A BINDING CONDITION OF THE SOLENOID LATCH.      THE RESULT OF THE DEFECT COULD LEAD TO A CONDITION WHERE THE KEY MAY BE REMOVED FROM THE IGNITION SWITCH (WIN... [Read more]

Mopar Buck’s Promotion for 2010 Dodge Challenger Extended Through May 31st!

               Mopar Buck’s Promotion for 2010 Dodge Challenger R/T and SRT8 and 1.9% financing for 60 months on ANY Challenger extended through May 31, 2010. One hot car. One smoking deal! Now’s the time to take advantage of this great incentive from Dodge and Mopar. Purchase any 2010 Dodge Challenger and get 1.9% APR for 60 months[1] plus up to $2,000 in MOPAR Bucks[2] when you... [Read more]

Chrysler Group LLC Reports April 2010 U.S. Sales Increase of 25 Percent

Chrysler Group LLC Reports April 2010 U.S. Sales Increase of 25 Percent • Increasing consumer confidence in Chrysler Group LLC propels the company to its best year-over-year percentage sales improvement since July 2005 • Steady month-over-month improvement in 2010 continues with strong April sales results • Chrysler Brand sales increased 61 percent compared with the same time last year • Dodge... [Read more]

“Under the Pentastar” Recaps This Week’s Activities at Chrysler

In this week’s Under the Pentastar: Details on a Dodge Challenge R/T giveaway, a big win for NASCAR driver Brad Keselowski, pix from the Beijing Auto Show, a special Earth Day project at Windsor Assembly, and a long-await sign switch at Brampton Assembly.  Read More →

NMCA Quick Fuel Technology Muscle Car Nationals This Weekend!!!

This weekend, the National Muscle Car Association (NMCA) will be heading to the famed Beech Bend Raceway Park in Bowling Green, Kentucky for the 9th. annual Quick Fuel Technology NMCA Muscle Car Nationals.  The action should be fast and furious with factory pride on the line in the Mopar vs. Chevrolet vs. Ford shootout.  Gates open Friday April 30th. at 9:00 AM followed by a test and tune session... [Read more]

Vintage 1970 Dodge Challenger 440 Six Pack Spotted in California

Today’s post comes to us from our friend over at Jalopnik.com, Murilee Martin.  Recently, she spotted this extremely rare 1970 Dodge Challenger R/T S/E 440 Six Pack just sitting down on the streets of Alameda, California.  From the looks of it, it is all original and pretty much all there.  Without checking the VIN, it’s difficult to say if this is indeed a genuine original 440 Six Pack car,... [Read more]

Mr. Norm’s Garage Teams Up With Sox & Martin to Create Unique Giveaway Dodge Challenger

          Yesterday, I picked up the latest issue of Mopar Action magazine during my weekly trip to the grocery.  On the cover and inside is a great article that I had to pass along to all the Challengerenthusiast.net readers out there in cyberspace.  Any real Mopar enthusiast no doubt has heard of Ronnie Sox and Buddy Martin.  “Mr. Four Speed”, as Ronnie was known, ruled drag strips... [Read more]

Dodge Announces “Challenger Chase to Win” Sweepstakes

Dodge race fans now have the chance to win a one-of-kind Dodge Challenger R/T in the brand’s “Challenger Chase To Win” sweepstakes. At the end of this year’s NASCAR racing season, one lucky fan will drive away with a custom Challenger R/T to commemorate the Challenger’s debut in the 2010 NASCAR Nationwide Series. With a retail value of close to $40,000, the Grand Prize 2009 Dodge Challenger... [Read more]

2010 Dodge Challenger SRT8 – Pacecar at NASCAR Aaron’s 499 Sprint Cup Race at Talladega Super Speedway

If you are a fan of NASCAR and watched on TV or were lucky enough to attend the Aaron’s 499 Sprint Cup Race at the famed Talladega Super Speedway yesterday, you no doubt spotted a familiar face at the front of the pack, the 2010 Dodge Challenger SRT8 pace car.  With its custom graphics and light bar, the Challenger looked right at home out in front yesterday.            Photos courtesy... [Read more]

4/26 – Happy National Hemi Day!

To all my fellow Mopar enthusiasts out there I want to take this opportunity to wish you all a very Happy National Hemi Day 4/26 in honor of the 426 HEMI.  Special thanks to everyone at Chrysler and Mopar that made the HEMI possible and have kept the spirit alive all these years.  Read More →

5th. Annual Spring Festival of LX Draws Record Crowd

The numbers are finally in: the 2010 Spring Festival of LX was officially the largest on record since the show’s inception 5 years ago.  In all, 600 people and 594 cars showed up to what is arguably the greatest show for Dodge LX platform vehicles (Chrysler 300, Dodge Charger, Dodge Magnum and Dodge Challenger).  Founder John Fortuno was himself astonished by the turnout.  He credits most of the... [Read more]

Dodge Challenger SRT-10 Concept Spotted Out for a Joyride

Our friends over at Autoblog.com posted a story today about the super Challenger we all dream about, the Dodge Challenger SRT-10 Concept that was introduced at the SEMA show in 2008. Apparently it was recently spotted out for a joy ride, which is spurring quite the controversy. Is this someone high up at Chrysler that snuck the car out for some fun or is it an engineering road test? We’ll keep you... [Read more]

Chrysler Group LLC Reports Financial Results for the Period Ended March 31, 2010

Auburn Hills, Mich. , Apr 21, 2010 – Chrysler Group LLC today announced its Financial Results for the period ended March 31, 2010. Sergio Marchionne, Chief Executive Officer of Chrysler Group LLC stated, “This positive operating result in the first quarter is a concrete indication to our customers, dealers and suppliers that the 2010 targets we have set for ourselves are achievable. We are... [Read more]

Sublime Green for 2011 Dodge Challenger?

     One of the big questions of many new Dodge Challenger enthusiasts right now is Sublime or no Sublime for 2011 model year.  There are several threads posted on Challenger sites throughout the Internet wanting to know the same thing.  For me personally being a life long Mopar muscle car fan, this high impact color from the 1970 model year would be a dream come true on the new model Challenger. ... [Read more]

Original Mr. Norms Dodge Challenger T/A For Sale

Today, we bring you a super rare classic Challenger from the world of EBay. This is no normal run of the mill Challenger, if such a thing exists. This example is a real deal un-restored 1970 Dodge Challenger T/A originally sold at the mother of all performance Chrysler dealerships, the world famous Mr. Norm’s Grand Spaulding Dodge. This Challenger also sports a very interesting history, being stolen... [Read more]

Furious Fuchsia Delayed for 2010 Challenger!

This is a follow up to our story posted back in February about the upcoming release of Furious Fuchsia for the 2010 Dodge Challenger R/T Classic and SRT8 models.  Initial reports indicated that the color would be ready for customer orders in early March.  However, as of today no orders have been accepted or built to our knowledge.  We did some digging and our sources tell us that the new paint... [Read more]

Samuel Hubinette’s Dodge Challenger SRT8 Finishes 6th. in Long Beach Formula Drift Event

                    This past weekend was the first round of the 2010 Formula Drift season in Long Beach, California.  Closely tied to the Long Beach Grand Prix, this event has grown each year to spotlight the world of professional competitive drifting.      This year, a familiar face, Samuel Hubinette, debuted his new Mopar sponsored Dodge Challenger SRT8.  As you may recall,... [Read more]

Samuel Hubinette Caught Testing New Dodge Challenger SRT8 Drift Car

I found some interesting stuff over at Jalopnik.com this morning.  Mopar sponsored driver Samuel Hubinette was caught doing some shakedown runs for the upcoming Formula D season in his newly built Dodge Challenger SRT8 drift car.  The car features a 410 cubic inch Mopar sprint car engine with 810 horsepower.  That should be plenty enough power to keep Sam sideways.  Click the link below to see... [Read more]

Dodge Challenger at the 2010 New York International Auto Show

For those of us not lucky enough to attend the 2010 New York International Auto Show, the folks at Dodge have provided some great shots below of the Challengers in attendance.  Enjoy!                           Photos courtesy of Dodge  Read More →

Dodge Challenger Sales Up 36% for March 2010

Chrysler Group LLC today announced promising March sales results, posting a 10 percent increase compared with February. All-new and improved vehicles lead the way with both month-over-month and year-over-year sales increases. “Chrysler Group is pleased with the month-over-month and retail sales improvements, we believe it is an indicator of the company’s health,” said Diaz. “Last year at this... [Read more]

2011 Dodge Challenger Rumors

     With the 2010 Dodge Challenger well into its production run, we here at Challengerenthusiast.net think it’s time to start turning out attention to the upcoming 2011 Challenger model.  With all the changes at Chrysler and new management from Fiat, the 2011 model year should be very interesting to say the least.  So, we’ve searched various sources for all the rumors we can find and listed... [Read more]

Dodge Begins Production of 2010 Viper SRT10 ACR-X

                    Auburn Hills, Mich. , Mar 30, 2010  -  The next chapter in the storied racing history of the Dodge Viper is being written as the first 2010 Dodge Viper SRT10 ACR-X rolled off the assembly line at the Conner Avenue Assembly Plant in Detroit on Monday, March 29. Built for road racing enthusiasts, the Dodge Viper ACR-X combines the best performance attributes of... [Read more]

Samuel Hubinette Builds New Dodge Challenger SRT8 for Formula Drift Series

I recently came across some information about the upcoming Formula Drift Series.  Normally, drifting is centered around Japanese tuner cars with small displacement engines with big turbochargers.  However, the exception to that rule is Samuel Hubinette.  “The Crazy Swede” as he is known has broken the mold by piloting a Dodge Viper SRT10 in the series.  The Mopar sponsored Viper has served... [Read more]

EBay Challenger SRT8 Update!

     Last week we brough you the story of a guy from the Challengertalk online forum that was in a bit of a quandry regarding a particular Dodge Challenger SRT8 that he had won on EBay for a smokin’ deal of $29,100.  The dealer initially refused to honor the selling price even though they mistakenly listed the vehicle without a reserve.  This resulted in an absolute flood of negative media... [Read more]

Mopar® to Team Up with Custom-car Designer Rich Evans at Fifth Annual Chrysler Spring Festival

           Mopar® is joining forces on two projects with renowned custom-car builder Rich Evans at the fifth annual Chrysler Spring Festival in Irvine, Calif. Evans will utilize Mopar parts and bring to life a customized Dodge Challenger for the 2010 Specialty Equipment Market Association (SEMA) Show in Las Vegas, Nev., Nov. 3–6, 2010. Evans will also serve as a judge in a newly formed... [Read more]

Upcoming Event: Fifth Annual Spring Festival Of LXs

               Evolving into one of the largest gathering of Chrysler and Dodge car owners in North America, the Fifth Annual Spring Festival of LXs in Irvine, Calf. is a celebration of more than 600 of the most “tricked out” Chrysler 300s, Dodge Chargers, Dodge Challengers and Dodge Magnums. Chrysler and Dodge LX (vehicle platform code for Chrysler 300, Dodge Charger and Dodge Magnum)... [Read more]

NEW 2009 SRT8 Challenger sells for $29.1K on EBay – Dealer Refuses to Honor Auction

     From the guys and gals over at Challengertalk.com comes the tale of an EBay auction gone awry.  Apparently a user over there by the name of “Hitman” won an auction recently for a new B5 Blue 2009 Dodge Challenger SRT8.  The final bid was $29,100.  Now, that seems like a smokin’ deal for a new SRT Challenger since the sticker price of this car is roughly $45,000.  However, here’s... [Read more]

Breaking News: Mopar® Gives Hemi®-powered Dodge Challenger Buyers Powerful Boost to Customize Their Rides

$2,000 in “Mopar Bucks” Good Toward the Purchase of Select Mopar® Performance Parts, Accessories or Customer-care Packages Customer may use “Mopar Bucks” to buy Dodge Challenger’s new factory-installed Mopar Appearance Packages, which include the unique body-color T/A hood with scoop, body-color rear “Go-Wing” spoiler, strobe-stripe performance graphics, T-shifter... [Read more]

EBay Motors Featured Car: 2008 Dodge Challenger SRT8 – Hennessey Motorsports HPE700 With Turbocharged 426 Hemi

For those of you that would like a little something extra in your Dodge Challenger SRT8, EBayMotors has just the answer.  Currently listed is a genuine 2008 Hennessey Motorsports HPE700 Dodge Challenger.  Check out some of the stats, pictures and link to the auction below.    2008 HENNESSEY TURBO 700 –  426 HEMI 11.25 SECOND QUARTER MILE AT 125MPH!!! “LIMITED EDITION SERIAL  #1 OF... [Read more]

New 2010 Detonator Yellow Dodge Challenger SRT8

Well, I finally got a chance today to take a closer look at my dad’s new Detonator Yellow 2010 Dodge Challenger SRT8.  WOW!  What a ride. This thing is an absolute missile.  It’s pretty much loaded out and has what I consider to be the two most important options, a 6.1L Hemi V8 and a 6-speed manual transmission.  If you’re on the fence about getting the stick shift option, I would highly... [Read more]

Mopar® Brand History

When Chrysler bought Dodge in 1928, the need for a dedicated parts manufacturer, supplier and distribution system to support the growing enterprise led to the formation of the Chrysler Motor Parts Corporation (CMPC) in 1929. Mopar® – a simple contraction of the words MOtor and PARts – was trademarked for a line of antifreeze products in 1937. It also was widely used as a moniker for the CMPC. The... [Read more]

The Geneva International Motorshow – Dodge Challenger SRT8 and Charger SRT8 are in the Spotlight

          Geneva, Mar 2, 2010  -  The Dodge Car Brand continues to offer customers around the world driving excitement, functionality and aggressive styling. “The focus of the Dodge Car Brand is creating an all-new spirit and life built around strong American heritage in products that provide performance and personality,” said Ralph Gilles, President and CEO – Dodge Car Brand and Senior... [Read more]

2009 Dodge Challenger R/T with 1970 Challenger Retro Touches on EBay

It must be the day for cool Challengers on EBay.  So, here’s another one.  This time, it’s a customized 2009 Challenger R/T packing several 1970 Dodge Challenger R/T retro touches.                      Retro Touches Shaker Hood Hood pins and cables Chrome Door Handles Raised white letter tires Go Wing with correct Orangisol finish R/T Fender Emblems Wood-grain Rally Dash Bezel Wood-grain... [Read more]

Reggie Jackson’s Plum Crazy 1970 Dodge Challenger 426 Hemi with only 398 original miles on EBay

Happy Monday to everyone.  Let’s start Monday right off with a bang.  While perusing around this morning on EBay Motors for the latest deals, I was shocked to find a super rare classic 1970 Dodge Challenger for sale.  However, rarity doesn’t even begin to describe this car.  First off, it’s an original 1970 Plum Crazy Dodge Challenger R/T.  OK, that’s pretty rare.  Next, it’s an original... [Read more]

Will the 2011 Dodge Challenger SRT8 Be Available With the 6.4L HEMI V8?

     It has been reported for some time that the current 6.1L HEMI V8 would need to be replaced at some point in Dodge performance vehicles.  While the 6.1L is a very capable engine with good horsepower and torque characteristics, the landscape in the world of modern muscle cars is evolving and Dodge must evolve with it.  With the competition stepping up their horsepower figures to increase sales... [Read more]

Mopar Announces 2010 Dodge Challenger Drag Pak Program for Grassroots Racers

Chrysler Press Release:      Auburn Hills, Mich., Feb 22, 2010  -  Following a first-year sell out of 100 factory-built program vehicles in 2009, Mopar announced its 2010 Dodge Challenger Drag Pak program.      For 2010, the non-street legal V-8 powered, rear-wheel drive Dodge Challenger is available with the 6.1 liter HEMI® that may be set up with a 4-speed automatic or 6-speed manual... [Read more]

New 2010 Dodge Challenger R/T Hood to Fender Stripe Option Now Available

     To add even more flexibility and personalization to the new Challenger, Dodge recently announced a new red hood to fender stripe option for the 2010 R/T model.  It is available only on Brilliant Black and Bright White Challenger R/T’s.  This is quite a nice addition to the traditional black stripe option that has been available on the R/T since the 2009 model.  See below picture for... [Read more]

2010 Dodge Challenger SRT8 6-speed Detonator Yellow Review

Yesterday, we here at Challengerenthusiast.net were fortunate enough to get a test drive in a new 2010 Dodge Challenger SRT8 6-speed in the newly available Detonator Yellow color.  Of course, the first thing that grabs your attention on this vehicle is the striking high impact Detonator Yellow paint.  This makes it VERY easy to find your Challenger in a parking lot to say the least.  In our short... [Read more]

15th Annual Chrysler Performance Trade Show and Swap Meet

15th Annual Chrysler Performance Trade Show and Swap Meet March 6-7, 2010 at the Indiana State Fairgrounds Enjoy the warmth and comfort of the world’s largest all indoor Chrysler Trade Show and Swap Meet. Spend hours mingling with the who’s who of the Chrysler realm, while looking through 150,000 sq. ft. of Chrysler parts, cars and memorabilia. Have a tech question? No problem. Along with... [Read more]

Dodge Challenger News Break – Furious Fuchsia is on it’s way!

                       At the 2010 Chicago Show, Dodge unveiled yet another wild high impact paint color for the 2010 Dodge Challenger.  The new color is called “Furious Fuchsia” and it is intended to commemorate the 40th. anniversary of the original 1970 Dodge Challenger.  Dodge used what they report as “innovations in paint technology” to create the new color which... [Read more]

Welcome to Challengerenthusiast.net!

     Welcome to Challengerenthuiast.net, your new home for everything Dodge Challenger.  We have several categories of information to choose from all related to the Dodge Challenger, focusing specifically on the new 2008-present Challenger from Dodge.  We will be adding content daily in an effort to provide the most up to date Dodge Challenger news, performance parts info, nostalgia and national... [Read more]