Dodge has earned three segment awards in the J.D. Power and Associates 2011 Automotive Performance, Execution and Layout (APEAL) Study. According to Jeep Dealerships In CT, the Dodge Challenger, Charger, and Durango, led their respective segments, while Jeep and Chrysler brand vehicles saw significant improvement in this year’s study.
“We’ve listened to our customers and made significant improvements across the product line, launching 16 all-new or extensively updated vehicles in the past year,” said Doug Betts, Senior Vice President—Quality, Chrysler Group. “We worked very hard to make our vehicles truly competitive with the best vehicles in their respective segments. It’s nice to see this effort being recognized by our customers.” [click to continue…]
With a proven 392-cubic inch (6.4-liter) HEMI V8 engine under the hood, cranking out 470 horsepower and 470 pound-feet of torque, it goes without saying that the Dodge Challenger is a solid performer. But a slew of innovative technology helps this muscle perform even better for the 2012 model year.
Chrysler’s innovative Fuel Saver Technology would have to be one of the most attractive features on the 2012 Challenger. On models equipped with automatic transmissions, this system allows the engine to operate economically on four cylinders or use the power of all eight cylinders when needed. Despite its powerful engine, the Challenger can still achieve as much as 23 miles per gallon on the highway. [click to continue…]
For 2011, Dodge unleashed one of the most comprehensive product makeovers in the industry, and it’s continuing to pay off in terms of both sales and third-party honors. Among the latest? Both the all-new Dodge Durango and Dodge Journey were recently named to MSNBC.com’s list of “Most Improved Cars” of the year.
Writing for the website, auto expert Dan Carney praised the Durango’s impressive road manners, which come courtesy of the same chassis used beneath the skin of the Mercedes-Benz M- and R-Class crossovers, as well as the Dodge’s responsive performance. In Carney’s words, “Mercedes’ ride and HEMI power? That’s a tough-to-beat combination.” [click to continue…]
Edmunds.com readers have named the Ram 1500 the Best Large Light-Duty Truck in the website’s 2011 list of Consumers’ Top Rated vehicles. Bellingham Dodge said that not only was the hard-working Ram 1500 praised for its capability, but it was also lauded for its style.
To compile the list, Edmunds.com wanted real-world feedback from actual owners. Those who wanted to take part in the voting were required to provide their car or truck’s VIN number in order to rate the vehicle. All 2011 vehicle models that received the required minimum number of consumer ratings were eligible. [click to continue…]
As part of a $100 million joint research partnership between the Chrysler Group and the U.S. Department of Energy, a fleet of 10 plug-in hybrid Ram 1500 pickups is now undergoing hot-weather testing in Yuma, Ariz. According to Dodge Dealerships Minneapolis, It’s the first stage in a comprehensive testing and demonstration program that will eventually see some 140 of the trucks working across the country to prove their mettle—and contribute significantly to the automaker’s electric-vehicle efforts.
Ram Dealer Bellingham tells us the trucks will look like any other member of Ram’s award-winning pickup family on the outside, but beneath the skin they’ll have a wide range of cutting-edge fuel-efficiency technologies, including an innovative two-mode hybrid transmission, a 65-kW electric motor, a liquid-cooled 12.9 kW lithium-ion battery pack and an external charging port. That hybrid powertrain is expected to provide the Ram 1500 with an all-electric, no-emissions driving range of up to 20 miles, after which the vehicle’s standard internal combustion engine takes over to provide an overall range of 655 miles (when starting with a full tank of gas and full battery charge). The engine also can help to recharge the battery, or drivers can plug the truck into a 110- or 220-volt outlet for a quicker “refill.” Combining the results from both its gas engine and its electric motors, the Ram plug-in hybrid achieved the equivalent of 32 mpg in initial testing. [click to continue…]
Today’s families come in all shapes and sizes, but they’ll all find a happy home in the thoroughly refreshed 2011 Dodge Journey: Just ask the experts from the Texas Auto Writers Association (TAWA), who recently named the Journey the “Family Car of Texas” in TAWA’s 2011 Spring Challenge.
“Voters were impressed with the new 2011 Dodge Journey; it seems that the folks at Dodge have thought of everything to make traveling with the family an enjoyable experience,” said Michael Herzing, president of TAWA and publisher of LetsTalkWheels.com. “From the hidden storage under the front passenger seat cushion to the new Uconnect Touch multi-media center to the beautiful new interior and the impressive driving experience, the Dodge Journey wowed us with its performance and versatility.” [click to continue…]
Consider it the ultimate Ram pickup: Leveraging the Class 5 Ram 5500 Chassis Cab that was recently named Medium-duty Truck of the Year by the industry-leading Work Truck magazine, the Ram Long-Hauler Concept is a one-off show truck that shows off new benchmarks for hauling, range and comfort in a more-than-fullsize pickup package.
A quick look at the Long-Hauler’s spec sheet makes it clear there’s some serious hardware on tap here, including: [click to continue…]
The award-winning Ram pickup family offers a high-quality truck for just about any taste, from powerful heavy-duty models that can haul a best-in-class 22,700 lbs. to the new 1500 Express that, thanks to its HEMI V8, can just plain haul. And now, for drivers who feel a true need for speed, there’s the Hennessey HPE500 performance package—providing a comprehensive hi-po upgrade to the Ram from one of the country’s top aftermarket tuning houses.
According to Dodge Dealers Minneapolis, the chief difference-maker here is a TVS2300 supercharger that ups the ante on the Ram’s 390-hp 5.7-liter HEMI to a stratospheric 505 ponies. The setup also delivers: [click to continue…]
The latest advertising campaign for Chrysler’s Ram Truck brand will focus on a the proven capability and superiority of the entire product line. Ram Dealer Bothell said the ads will also feature the brand’s all-new tagline – “Guts. Glory. Ram.”
The new ad campaign will encompass broadcast, print, digital and CRM initiatives. According to Dodge Dealerships Minneapolis, Chrysler Groups has been committed to giving each brand its unique message to increase brand awareness. The latest campaign for Ram Truck is expected to stratify that objective, while entertaining consumers. [click to continue…]
Building on the powerful foundation of the Dodge Avenger’s advanced Pentastar V6—delivering both a best-in-class 283 hp and recent kudos as one of Ward’s 10 Best Engines—as well as an all-new, world-class interior, the gearheads at Dodge unleashed the 2012 Avenger R/T at the 2011 New York International Auto Show.
“The Avenger R/T makes driving a mid-size car a really fun, engaging experience,” said Ralph Gilles, Dodge’s president and CEO. “The Avenger R/T offers performance design cues both inside and out, as well as unique handling characteristics and a sport-tuned suspension. It’s a vehicle that is ready to earn its stripes as part of the Dodge performance family of vehicles.” [click to continue…]