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Clouds Can't Curb Cruise's Enthusiasm by Ed Garsten August 22, 2010 6:25 PM Oh, so it rained a bit during this weekend's Woodward Dream Cruise. What's a few drops between hundreds of thousands of hot ride happy, car-crazy enthusiasts and owners from around the country and beyond. The annual come-as-you-car party down the main drag from just north of Detroit's city limits to the suburbs was its usual passion on parade. Chrysler Group LLC took up residence in its usual spot on Woodward in a Royal Oak, Michigan shopping center showcasing everything from Vipers and Chargers to the coming... Tags: Challenger , Charger , Chrysler , Dodge , Engineering , Happenings , Heritage , Hot Rides , Mopar , Motorsports , Powertrains , Product Passion , Viper Share Comments [0] Permalink
Take a Walk Around the Mopar 10 by Ed Garsten August 5, 2010 11:01 AM We've showed you sketches, bits of the real thing, and let you hear from the designers. Now here's a full scale walkaround tour of the limited edition Mopar 10 Challenger--the first vehicle to carry a Mopar badge. Our tourguide is Jim Sassorossi, Director Mopar Parts, Sales and Marketing. Tags: Product Passion , Powertrains , Mopar , Hot Rides , Challenger Share Comments [0] Permalink
Ram Truck Brand Backs ‘Ammo & Attitude’ Outdoor Reality Show for Sportswomen by Scott Anderson July 22, 2010 9:52 AM It’s a good thing the Ram Trucks come with a roomy Crew Cab model, because the men take a back seat when it comes to the new outdoor reality show “Ammo and Attitude.” The show, which premieres at 8:30 a.m. EST Sunday, Aug. 1 on the VERSUS Network, features six women with strong hunting, trekking, fishing, shooting, outdoor survival and other wilderness sports skills. The show bills itself as “Survivor” meets “The Apprentice,” as the sportswomen compete in teams and against one another to win a slew of prizes. Executive Producer Stephanie Shipman said the Tags: Powertrains , Product Passion , Ram Share Comments [0] Permalink
Ryan Schimsk Wins Dodge Viper Cup Race 2 at VIR by Nick Cappa July 11, 2010 6:32 PM Sunday, July 11, 2010, Alton, Virginia.—Ryan Schimsk won Dodge Viper Cup Race 2 during the inaugural Dodge Viper Cup weekend at Virginia International (VIR), Alton, Va. Schimsk blasted from pole position to a convincing lead over second place Ben Keating by the end of the second lap. He was never challenged, finishing four seconds clear of Keating. Keith Verges made a lightning-quick start from third on the grid, jumping ahead of Keating, but lost time when he went wide in turn two and dropped to fifth. He was quickly back in third behind Keating, where he remained to the end of... Tags: Viper , Product Passion , Powertrains , Motorsports , Hot Rides , Dodge Share Comments [0] Permalink
The Envelope Please: Fiat Turbocharged 1.4-liter MultiAir Wins Engine of the Year by Scott Anderson June 25, 2010 11:37 AM Calling it “the single most innovative technology to appear in the last 12 months” the International Engine of the Year Awards organization has named Fiat’s 1.4-liter turbocharged MultiAir™ the Best New Engine of 2010. To quote the organization, the 1.4-liter turbocharged MultiAir: “is particularly special because it is able to increase power and torque while reducing fuel consumption and emissions. The concept is therefore ideal for today’s world of eco-conscious, downsized automotive powertrains.” The International Engine of the Year Awards are judged by a panel of 65 automotive journalists from 32 countries. An explainer on Fully Variable... Tags: Going Green , Fiat , Powertrains Share Comments [2] Permalink