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Surfing around on Dodge.com today I stumbled upon this tidbit of information. Something that I had always ‘known’ but never seen confirmed in written form.. maybe I just missed it, but chances are, so did a whole lot of other people.

Features of the 6 speed are:
-Hill Start Assist
-Anti Spin rear axle
-bright pedal covers (look like SRT-4 pedals)
-performance steering
-ESP FULL OFF SWITCH

Check it out here:
Dodge.com

The Staff at SRTMopar will be attending the Hot Import Nights at the Dulles Town Center, as always with our main photographer along for the ride. We look forward to seeing a vast array of cars, and hopefully a few Mopars at the event!

Spotted in Okemos MI.

Thanks for the tip Chunky!

This car looks GREAT sliding around!

Can’t wait to get my hands on one to test..

I guess driving for Dodge would be a good job:

Now if only that girl would get out of the way..

This is a letter from Jim Press:

I would like to thank you for your past support and hope you are thoroughly enjoying your Dodge ownership experience. It’s an exciting time to be in the car and truck business. We’re in the process of solving a complex riddle – developing vehicles with top performance, world-class quality and class-leading safety and security, while simultaneously using less fuel. And the answers we’re coming up with at The New Chrysler will benefit drivers for decades to come.

To kick things off, the first hybrid versions of our 2009 Dodge Durango HEMI® Hybrid sport-utility vehicles will be available this fall, giving drivers the chance to own a vehicle with room for up to eight passengers that can save gas without compromising their lifestyle needs.

Our Dodge Durango HEMI® Hybrid offers everything owners have come to expect, yet with an estimated 40 percent fuel economy improvement in city driving and more than 25 percent better fuel efficiency overall. This means with the hybrid powertrain you’ll get an estimated 385 horsepower from the 5.7-liter HEMI®, for impressive performance when you need it. Plus, you’ll get best-in-class cargo capacity, offering 68.4 cubic feet behind the second row.

With this as our first hybrid offering, you may be wondering: Why Dodge Durango? It’s about leadership in the industry. A full-size sport utility needs more performance than a small car, and a hybrid version can’t compromise any of these traits. Not surprisingly, the market was calling for a hybrid system in an SUV for these reasons. So Dodge grabbed the opportunity to deliver this cutting edge technology. Better yet, this is just the beginning of our efforts. Dodge considers improved fuel efficiency to be a top priority in our drive to restore our company to rank among the top automakers in the world. You can read more about our hybrid program at the
Red Letter Dodge blog.

I’ve been in this industry for decades, working to thrill buyers with cars and trucks that exceed their expectations. I’m proud to be a part of the ongoing transformation of Dodge into a leader in fuel-efficient vehicle technology. I hope you’ll choose to be part of our journey by considering our new 2009 Dodge Durango HEMI® Hybrid. Please take a minute right now to explore our offerings at Dodge.com.

Jim Press
Vice Chairman, Chrysler LLC

3.5L HO Challenger SE

Chrysler LLC Introduces Entire 2009 Dodge Challenger Model Lineup at New York International Auto Show

Three Available Models — Dodge Challenger SRT8®, Dodge Challenger R/T and Dodge Challenger SE — with Pricing from the Low $20s

* 35 years later, Dodge redefines modern American muscle
* Re-creation of vintage American muscle car blends nostalgic flair with modern engineering and technology
* Five-passenger, two-door coupe produced from proven Chrysler 300 and Dodge Charger platform
* First modern-day, HEMI®-powered car offered with precision-shift six-speed manual transmission
* New-generation 5.7-liter HEMI V-8 delivers increased fuel economy (an estimated 5 percent) with more horsepower (30 hp) and improved torque (8 lb.-ft.)
* 5.7-liter HEMI goes from zero to 60 mph in less than six seconds
* SRT-exclusive 6.1-liter HEMI V-8 engine goes from zero to 60 mph in less than five seconds
* Best-in-class rear head (37.4 inches) and leg (32.6 inches) room provides spacious back seat for up to three adults
* Best-in-class trunk space (16.2 cu. ft.) equal to the Dodge Charger
* More than 25 safety and security features including supplemental side-curtain air bags, advanced multi-stage air bags, Electronic Stability Program (ESP) and anti-lock brakes
* Equipped with cutting-edge technology including MyGIG™ radio/navigation, UConnect® Hands-free Communication System, Keyless Go push-button start and Remote Start
* To ensure quality, Dodge Challenger engineers logged nearly 3.2 million customer-equivalent miles in development process
* All-new 2009 Dodge Challenger to arrive this fall

New York, Mar 19, 2008 - Today at the New York International Auto Show, Chrysler LLC unveiled its full 2009 Dodge Challenger model lineup. Pricing will start in the low $20’s.

The all-new 2009 Dodge Challenger merges the best American muscle-car characteristics — unmistakable design, world-class handling, powerful engines and technology — to delight driving enthusiasts across several generations.

“Our all-new 2009 Dodge Challenger is a modern-day muscle machine representing the best from the past and present,” said Mike Accavitti, Director – Dodge Brand and SRT Global Marketing, Chrysler LLC. “Thirty-five years following the debut of the original, we are bringing Dodge Challenger back and loading it with essential hardware, styling and technology desired by today’s buyer.”

The Dodge Challenger is the first five-passenger, two-door coupe produced from Chrysler’s proven rear-wheel-drive platform that delivers the Chrysler 300 and Dodge Charger. Developed with Dodge’s credo of “bold, powerful and capable,” the Challenger delivers a modern two-door muscle car.

Three models will be offered in North America: Dodge Challenger SRT8®, Dodge Challenger R/T and Dodge Challenger SE.

Essential Hardware
The Dodge Challenger R/T features the new-generation 5.7-liter HEMI® V-8 engine with a five-speed automatic transmission that produces an estimated 370 horsepower (276 kW) and 398 lb.-ft. of torque (540 N•m). For 2009, the HEMI engine is upgraded to get an estimated five percent improvement in fuel economy as well as an increase of 30 horsepower (9 percent) and 8 lb.-ft. improved torque (2 percent) over a greater range of engine speeds. The automatic transmission features fuel-saving multi-displacement (MDS) technology which increases fuel economy by as much as 20 percent depending on driving conditions without sacrificing vehicle performance. The Dodge Challenger R/T also offers a precision-shift six-speed manual transmission — the first for a new-generation HEMI-powered car — that produces 375 horsepower (280 kW) and 404 lb.-ft. of torque (548 N•m) when running on premium fuel. The Dodge Challenger R/T can go from zero to 60 mph in less than six seconds.

The 2009 Dodge Challenger SRT8 features an SRT-exclusive 6.1-liter HEMI V-8 engine mated with a new-for-2009 six-speed manual transmission or a five-speed automatic transmission with Auto Stick that generates a blistering 425 horsepower (317 kW) and 420 lb.-ft. of torque (569 N•m). The vehicle can go from zero to 60 mph in less than five seconds.

The Dodge Challenger SE powered by the 3.5-liter High Output V-6 with a four-speed automatic transmission produces 250 horsepower (186 kW) and 250 lb.-ft. of torque (339 N•m).

Patterned off the Dodge Charger architecture, the front suspension and five-link independent rear suspension system on all Dodge Challenger models provide excellent ride and handling characteristics.

Essential Styling
The Dodge Challenger design team stayed true to the concept revealed at the 2006 North American International Auto Show, while drawing upon elements from the original Challenger. The result: a bold, aggressive muscle machine that blends nostalgia with modern Dodge style.

“Our designers wanted to capture the mind’s-eye view of what people today remember about the Dodge Challenger from 35 years ago,” said Trevor Creed, Senior Vice President – Design, Chrysler LLC. “Their challenge was to excite today’s customer by capturing the emotion of the original Challenger, while offering today’s comfort and performance.”

On the exterior, the long, raised performance hood with scoops and recessed grille with round dual headlamps are reminiscent of the original Dodge Challenger. The bold A-line, or character line, that runs from stem to stern gives the all-new 2009 Dodge Challenger an instantly recognizable muscle-car profile. Retro dual rectangular exhaust outlets complete the look from the rear.

On the interior, the trapezoidal theme of the door-panel cove and gauge cluster, dark headliner and slanted shifter console are inspired by the original Dodge Challenger. The modern interpretation of the Dodge Challenger offers exceptional rear seating for a two-door coupe, achieving best-in-class rear head (37.4 inches) and leg (32.6 inches) room compared to the competition. Coupled with best-in-class cargo space (16.2 cu. ft.) — equal to the Dodge Charger — the all-new 2009 Dodge Challenger offers added comfort and functionality.

Essential Technology
The all-new 2009 Dodge Challenger offers customers a full range of innovative technologies including:

* MyGIG™ provides a cutting-edge multimedia audio and entertainment system, with built-in navigation
* UConnect® Hands-free Communication System provides convenient, voice-activated communication with Bluetooth® cellular phones
* SIRIUS® Digital Satellite Radio offers a variety of commercial-free radio programs and music
* Keyless Go allows the driver to start the vehicle with the simple push of a button
* Remote Start starts a secured vehicle with the key fob

More than 25 Safety and Security Features
Dodge Challenger offers more than 25 safety and security features including:

* Supplemental Side-curtain Air Bags extend protection to all outboard front- and rear-seat passengers
* Anti-lock Brakes (ABS) modulate the brakes for the driver to provide steering control while braking
* Electronic Stability Program (ESP) applies selective braking or throttle reduction to control oversteer and understeer
* Brake Assist ensures maximum braking action during panic stops
* Traction Control reduces the throttle and/or applies selective braking to optimize traction during acceleration
* Hill Start Assist (HSA) for Manual Transmission application assists the driver in launching the vehicle on an incline
* Automatic Headlamps turn headlamps on at dusk and off in the daylight without driver intervention
* Tire Pressure Monitoring (TPM) alerts driver about low tire pressure(s) in order to facilitate safe handling

2009 Dodge Challenger Production
The all-new 2009 Dodge Challenger will be built at the Brampton Assembly plant in Brampton, Ontario, Canada. It will be built on the same assembly line as the Chrysler 300 and Dodge Charger.

Dodge Brand
With a U.S. market share of 6.4 percent, Dodge is Chrysler LLC’s best-selling brand and the fifth largest nameplate in the U.S. automotive market. In 2007, Dodge sold more than 1.3 million vehicles in the global market.

The Dodge brand’s first crossover vehicle — the all-new 2009 Dodge Journey — is available in the first quarter of 2008 and will be available outside North America in both left- and right-hand drive in mid-2008. Arriving this spring is the limited-edition 2008 Dodge Challenger SRT8 with a 6.1-liter HEMI V-8 engine that boasts 425 horsepower and 420 lb.-ft. of torque. The all-new 2009 Dodge Ram with game-changing exterior and interior design, innovations, best-in-class features and craftsmanship will arrive this fall. Also arriving this fall is the 2009 Dodge Durango Hybrid. Recently, the all-new 2008 Dodge Grand Caravan arrived in dealerships with 35 new or improved features including the newest innovation, the Swivel ’n Go™ seating system. In 2007, Dodge Avenger and Nitro entered key volume segments outside North America, joining the Dodge Caliber, which launched in those markets in 2006.

5.7L Hemi Challenger R/T

:thumbsup:

Drive As I Say, Not As I Drive

SOURCE: www.thefirehouse.biz

Posted Aug 29, 2007, 06:24 PM by Jason Vines
Category: The Fire Hose

The Trabant, the vehicle for the masses, regardless of need

I can only hope that Democratic presidential hopeful John Edwards suffered a momentary slip of the tongue. But during a speech to a labor group, Edwards reportedly said that Americans should sacrifice their SUVs in favor of more fuel efficient vehicles.

Sacrifice? Would any president sacrifice their safety, or comfort, and give up the presidential motorcade, which includes many SUVs laden with heavy armor?

Obviously the Secret Service knows something that millions of other Americans already know – SUVs are great vehicles for transporting groups of people comfortably and safely, as well as hauling cargo. According to a recent Popular Mechanics article, large SUVs like the Dodge Durango and the Chevrolet Suburban have the lowest death rates of any vehicle on the road.

But when you’re looking for a soundbite, why fuss with facts? Look, you can love the planet and love your SUV too. Hybrid SUVs, delivering superior fuel economy, are also quickly becoming a reality – we’ll have the Chrysler Aspen Hybrid and the Dodge Durango Hybrid on sale next year.

Then there’s diesel SUVs – like the Jeep Grand Cherokee – which deliver 25 percent better fuel economy. And other gas saving technologies on gasoline engines, such as multiple displacement systems which shuts off select cylinders when not in use.

Last time I checked, America is about choice. This kind of reminds me of book burnings of the past. Shouldn’t a president try to preserve freedoms? So let’s lay off any suggestions of “vehicle choice by government committee”. Trabant anyone?

Mark (words only): RAMCHARGER

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Address:
CHRYSLER LLC
1000 CHRYSLER DRIVE CIMS 483-02-19
AUBURN HILLS, MI 48326
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MOTOR VEHICLES, NAMELY, PICK-UP TRUCKS
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