Dodge Challenger News
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The Dodge Challenger has been a welcome arrival for many muscle-car fans. Willing to overlook its hefty weight for the old-school looks and meaty Hemi power, they've already purchased just about every car scheduled to be made for the next year. But Hurst wasn't content to leave the Challenger alone, and has decided to prep a high-powered version complete with a collection of Hurst accessories available soon through Dodge dealers. Joining the tuning firm’s previous Challenger Series 2 R/T and Dodge Challenger SRT8 packages, comes a new Competition/Plus Challenger that gives a nod to the...
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Dodge Challenger SRT8 gets German makeoverGerman running gear specialist KW Automotive has chosen a very peculiar vehicle for its latest modification program, one of the purest examples of a modern-day American muscle car, the Dodge Challenger SRT8. As with any production car, there are always weaknesses and in the case of the Challenger...
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U.S. Air Force shows off high-tech supercar duoIn what could be one of the most bizarre ways to spend our tax dollars, the U.S. Air Force has commissioned the design and construction of two highly-customized cars using Air Force technology. Before you start questioning why the Air Force would need a pair of custom cars, they were developed as...
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Cervini's 'Shaker Hood' increases airflow for Dodge Challenger, adds muscle car charmNew Jersey’s Cervini Auto Designs has just unveiled its latest modification for the Dodge Challenger - a custom ‘shaker hood’ system that helps give the car a more muscle feel, as well as proving functional by increasing airflow to the engine. The new system actually consists of...
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Mopar cuts sponsorship ties with champion drifter Sam HubinetteChrysler's in-house accessories division Mopar has been sponsoring champion drifter Sam Hubinette for a number of years now, including for this year’s 2009 Formula Drift series where he is competing in a highly modified Dodge Challenger. Unfortunately, the relationship will be ending soon due...
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eBay watch: Dodge Challenger widebody convertible by West Coast CustomsDodge may have ruled out building a convertible version of its Challenger muscle car but if you’re determined enough to purchase one then there are a score of vehicle customizers across the country willing to serve your needs, for the correct price. One such customizer is California’s...
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To mark the introduction of its five-speed automatic in the base Challenger SE, Dodge has unveiled a brand new special edition ‘Rallye’ model that is set to go on sale next month. By pairing the five-speed auto, which is normally found in HEMI-powered V8 Challengers, with the SE’s 3.5L V6 engine, Dodge has been able to not only improve acceleration figures but also reduce fuel consumption. The five-speed auto also offers improved responsiveness than the previous four-speeder, as well as an aggressive first-gear ratio for better launches. The rest of the powertrain has been...
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Base Dodge Challenger now fitted with five-speed autoThe Dodge Challenger was one of the most widely anticipated cars of the recent past but while the HEMI-powered V8 models stole most of the thunder, it remains a fact that a large portion of sales is for the entry-level V6 model. Sadly, the base Dodge Challenger SE is a little anaemic when it comes...
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Vin Diesel shows up at Fast & Furious premiere in Eibach Dodge ChallengerWhen rolling up to the premiere of the latest instalment of one of the biggest car movie franchises in recent history, what better car is there than the Dodge Challenger? Okay, maybe there are plenty of better options but considering the nature of the new Fast & Furious movie and Vin...
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Mr. Norm 'Super' Challenger and Cuda enter productionOne of the highlights of last year’s SEMA Auto Show was the seriously upgraded Super Challenger modified by legendary Dodge dealer and tuner Mr. Norm. The outfit’s latest addition to its long-running ‘Super’ line of cars is based around the new Dodge Challenger, more...
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Chrysler's SRT brand not going anywhereJust because you can buy a Charger SRT8 for under $35,000 after incentives and rebates doesn't mean Chrysler is liquidating its SRT cars to get rid of the brand. In fact, Chrysler has said specifically that its high-performance division is safe from the current budgetary cutbacks. Unlike General...
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Saleen reveals SMS 570 Dodge ChallengerAmerican performance carmaker Saleen and its new SMS supercar offshoot has finally revealed its first official product, the Signature Series performance line based on the 2009 Dodge Challenger R/T. The lineup will consist of two new vehicles, the SMS 570 and SMS 570X Challengers, both fully...
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No matter how you feel about car manufacturers recycling their icons of the past, there’s no denying that the interest shown in the Challenger has been phenomenal. While there has been a lot of information about the flagship SRT8 muscle car, at this week’s Detroit Auto Show Dodge unveiled a special edition model based on the mid-level R/T. Today official details and photos of the new retro-mod were released. Evoking the spirit of the original 1970 Challenger, the Challenger R/T Classic will initially be offered the iconic Dodge Heritage colors of Hemi Orange and TorRed, plus...
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Saleen reveals future plans for SMS Limited brandAt the start of last year American performance workshop Saleen announced plans to establish its new SMS Limited brand. The company then rolled out a stunning supercar concept to coincide with the launch of the brand, but unfortunately financial hard times put an end to plans for production of the...
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1,000hp Dodge Challenger SRT8 by RDP PerformanceOhio tuning firm RDP Performance has cooked up a special version of the new Dodge Challenger SRT8 for last month's Performance Racing Industry (PRI) Show in Florida. Taking a stock SRT8, which comes with an already impressive 425hp when it rolls out of the factory, RDP Performance has extensively...
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Vizualtech renderings of Dodge Challenger GT racerVizualtech, a Swedish design firm that specializes in constructing virtual 3D models of cars and boats, has just released this set of nine images on its blog, depicting a Dodge Challenger decked out in GT racing livery and aerodynamic modifications. Side-mounted exhaust pipes, a chunky rear...
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13th International Car of the Year Awards to be presented in DetroitJanuary's Detroit Auto Show will be playing host to the 13th annual International Car and Truck of the Year awards, and the final nominees for each of the categories have been announced. Competing for the main prize of 'International Car of the Year' are three very different vehicles - the Dodge...
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Hurst releases full specs and pricing for modified Dodge Challenger rangeThe Dodge Challenger SRT8 has been a welcome arrival for many muscle-car fans. Willing to overlook its hefty weight for the old-school looks and meaty Hemi power, they've already purchased just about every car scheduled to be made for the next year. But Hurst wasn't content to leave the Challenger...
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The war for the title of the best new muscle car is about to get underway in earnest now that all three contenders have been revealed. The 2010 Ford Mustang, which debuted at last month's Los Angeles Auto Show, is already off to a head start with the lowest price of the trio, though it only slides under the 2010 Chevrolet Camaro's price by $1,150, with a starting price of $21,845. The 2009 Dodge Challenger is priced even more closely at $21,995 - $150 above the base Mustang - but its significantly heavier curb weight will keep it from being a competitor in anything but name. The 2010 Mustang...
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Eibach Dodge Challenger debuts at Essen Motor ShowThe 2008 SEMA show featured no shortage of customized Dodge Challengers, and for good reason - the has been a rather solid success in the U.S., at least in SRT8 form, especially considering Chrysler's other woes. It appears that Europeans are at least open to the car as well, if this...
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GeigerCars works over the Dodge Challenger SRT8Most German tuners usually stick with modifying European cars but one company, GeigerCars, has a well-documented obsession with the American muscle car. Now the firm has taken the new Dodge Challenger and worked it over, adding more power and style. While the base model Dodge Challenger SE comes...
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Video: Dodge EV sports car prototype takes on the Challenger SRT8Chrysler demonstrated that it won’t be left behind in the technology stakes with the unveiling of three near-production prototype electric vehicles earlier this year, one of which was a high-performance sports car. The carmaker has now given a preview of the capabilities of its future...
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Dodge reveals "Big Daddy" Don Garlits Drag Pack Challenger at SEMAThe Dodge Challenger Drag Pack is a factory production heavily modified Dodge Challenger built exclusively for drag racing. Don Garlits, 17-time Top Fuel drag racing champion and still getting behind the wheel after over 50 years in the sport has cooperated with Dodge to create a special edition...
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2009 Mopar Drift Dodge Challenger unveiled at SEMAFormula Drift is serious business for those involved in the series and the drift community, and Chrysler's Mopar division has revealed its latest entry to the field at the SEMA show today. The 2009 Mopar Drift Dodge Challenger will be the factory ride for Samuel Hubinette during the 2009 season. In...
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