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First Official Image of the 2013 Dodge Viper

Posted by  on 31 January 2012, 12:48 pm

2013 Dodge SRT Viper

The very first image of the all-new reborn 2013 Dodge Viper has just been posted on the official SRT Facebook page. Obviously it’s fairly hard to tell from the simplistic outline sketch exactly what the 2013 SRT Viper will look like. But what is clear is that the design will be evolutionary, and feature several of the distinctive styling cues from both previous generations of Viper. The double-bubble roof is making a welcome return, as is the hood-mounted central NACA duct, and the sinister slit-like headlights.

While the drivetrain remains a mystery, rumors are swirling of another V10, this time with a ludicrous displacement of 8.7 litres! But for now that’s just hearsay. It won’t be until the car is finally revealed at the 2012 New York Auto Show in April  the true numbers will be known. One thing the 2013 Viper will have for sure is traction control – now a requirement by federal law. Previously the Viper’s lack of TC was one of its major flaws/selling points, depending on whether you like/dislike invisible electronic safety genies.
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2013 Dodge Dart

Posted by  on 9 January 2012, 1:22 pm

2013 Dodge Dart R/T

Remember those three preview images Chrysler released of the all-new 2013 Dodge Dart last month? Well now the car is out in the open, and all the details and specifications are too. The 2013 Dodge Dart will be produced in SE, SXT, Rallye, Limited and R/T trims. Three engine choices will be available from launch, but curiously all three have fairly similar power outputs. The base engine is a 2.0 litre ‘Tigershark’ naturally aspirated four-cylinder which develops 160 horsepower and 148 lb-ft of torque. Next up is a 2.4 litre NA four-cylinder producing 184 hp and 171 lb-ft. While sitting at the top of the pile is a 1.4 litre turbocharged MultiAir four-cylinder which churns out 160 horsepower and 184 lb-ft of torque. A six-speed manual is offered with all three engines, while a six-speed automatic is available for the 2.0 litre and 2.4 litre engines. The 1.4 litre turbo can be ordered with an optional six-speed dual-clutch transmission.

Thanks to the Fiat/Chrysler merger, the 2013 Dodge Dart is based on the Alfa Romeo Giulietta‘s platform, but it’s been stretched and widened to accommodate the bigger-boned average American physique. But despite the extra few inches, the new Dodge Dart manages to look very handsome indeed. In R/T trim (pictured) it looks especially good. But even the more toned-down versions have a solid, planted stance. And who doesn’t like those those Charger-inspired wrap-around LED taillights?
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Mopar Dodge Charger Redline

Posted by  on 2 January 2012, 6:11 pm

Mopar Dodge Charger Redline

At the 2012 Detroit Auto Show, which opens its doors in just over a week, Mopar will be showing off three different tuning kits which will be available for the Dodge Charger later in 2012. The upgrades range from some rather minor cosmetic touches, all the way up to a not-for-public-road-use monster.
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2013 Dodge Dart Preview

Posted by  on 7 December 2011, 11:48 am

2013 Dodge Dart

For 2013 Dodge is developing a new compact sedan. Well, I say Dodge is developing a new compact sedan, but what I really mean is that Alfa Romeo is giving Dodge their Guilietta platform, and letting them do their thing with it. It’s basically intercontinental badge-engineering. But that might not be a bad thing if Dodge can retain the same frugal yet sporty charactersistics of the Giulietta. Unfortunately it looks like the Giulietta’s natural good-looks have been lost in translation.

In creating the new Dart, Dodge have lengthened and widened the chassis to make room for the slightly bigger-build of the average ‘merican. Although Dodge are quick to point out the fact they’ve tried to retain similar levels of chassis rigidity found in the award-winning Giulietta.

As you’d expect, the Dart’s drivetrain options also differ from its European cousin. From the looks of it only the 120 horsepower 1.4 litre turbocharged engine will be shared between the two cars. The Dart’s other engine options are a new Tigershark 16-valve 2.0-liter engine, and a Tigershark 16-valve 2.4-liter MultiAir four cylinder engine. Dodge say the 2013 Dart will also have three transmission choices to match its trio of engines, but neglected to go into further detail.
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Dodge Challenger SRT8 ACR

Posted by  on 26 October 2011, 10:13 am

Dodge Challenger SRT8 ACR

The 2011 SEMA Show is just days away, 1st – 4th November, so inevitably there are a number of manufacturer-developed custom cars en-route. Dodge has a few different vehicles which are scheduled to attend, but it’s their track-prepared Dodge Challenger SRT8 392 which looks the most interesting.

The car, called the Challenger SRT8 ACR, was created by Chrysler’s Mopar Underground division. They began by taking a stock Challenger SRT8 392 and stripping it of any unnecessary flab – with the Challenger’s considerable bulk they had plenty to choose from! On the inside they removed the rear seats, added lightweight bucket racing seats up front and fitted carbon fiber door panels and a carbon fiber center console. While on the outside they added a carbon fiber hood, the rear deck lid, rear spoiler and taillight surround are all made of the same stuff.
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