The Amazing Dodge Viper
Posted by in Dodge on June 23, 2011
Dodge Viper is the ultimate muscle car. And is a modern American muscle car icon. The engine is a V10 powered sports car. Apart from the mandatory front airbags, which now have multistage deployment and occupant sensing technology, safety equipment is sparse. It is one of the fastest production cars in the world. And is quick, has good handling and looks great. With horsepower and handling that already rival many race cars. And is pure unfettered driving performance, with none of the trimmings. It is one of those cars that demands attention, even when it is sitting still.
The Dodge Viper is a two seat sports car and is being considered as the most powerful car made. The interior is plush and is designed with optimum control of the vehicle in view. And is not only beautiful to look at, it is affordable and fun as well. It is primarily made of seven component modules, instrument panel, fuel tank, suspension corner modules, wheels and tires, cooling module, lift gate assembly and full dressed engine. And is tested in place on the assembly line utilizing special rollers. Under strategic review they announced today the it is under strategic review in order to ensure a strong future for model.
The Dodge Viper is designed to provide the power, handling and performance that only the most skilled drivers can fully exploit. In many ways, it is a carrying case for the V-10 engine under the lengthy hood. In short, getting stuck in traffic is not a good time. With horsepower and handling that rival many race cars it is a symbol of a true American sports car created by passion for ultimate performance and styling, a definite race car for the streets. What you can see at the interior is a leather wrapped steering wheel and throughout the cabin are satin chrome accents and leather trimming. And is a big part of the racing history.
The Dodge Viper is different from most performance cars, because of a very specific X-factor. More in the category of ultra high performance American sports cars, it is joined this year by the exotic Ford Mustang, a car priced considerably higher, and the Corvette Z06, with 505 horse power and a price of only $65,000, but do not expect to get one for that. And is a two seat sports car, the most powerful production car. It is the first vehicle to go into production with patented camshaft technology. And is the last generation of sports car and has a 600 hp engine, very powerful American car. And is the bad boy for under $100,000. More than just a car, it is an icon. Read the rest of this entry »
2011 Dodge Challenger
Posted by in Dodge on June 23, 2011
A very hot topic & popular question is what changes 2011 will bring to the Dodge Challenger. For the most part the styling of the car will be the same save for a few cosmetic changes:
New Front Fascia (lower grill area is flipped upside down)
New Door Handles
Dual rear Exhaust (all models)
Redesigned front air dam (SRT)
Dodge will offer the Challenger in the same three existing trim levels that are available today(SE, RT, SRT). The new SE Challengers will come equipped with the Pentastar V6 engine which will push 300 horsepower and 290 lb-ft of torque (existing SE Challengers are at 250 hp & 250 TQ). The SRT8 Challengers will get the new 6.4L (392 cubic inch) V8 which will push an estimated 480 horsepower & 470 lb-ft of torque. Estimated MPG for the SRT8 is 13 city & 24 highway. The SRT8 will have the option of either the 6 speed TREMEC transmission or the 5 speed W5A580 automatic with AutoStick & MDS.
Some of the colors that are rumored to be available:
Brilliant Black
Blackberry Pearl
Billet Metallic
Bright White
Dark Charcoal Pearl
Mango Tango Pearl
Redline 3 Pearl
Green with Envy
Inferno Red Crystal Pearl Coat
On the 2011 Challenger with the SE or RT trim the steering will be Electric instead of the usual Hydraulic steering (SRT gets to keep it). According to allpar the electric steering cuts down on the number of moving parts, eliminates fuel leeks, and allows for easier integration of start/stop and hybrid systems. Read the rest of this entry »