For the second year in a row, Chrysler’s 300 SRT8 will be the official course car, safety car and medical car for the Australian V8 Supercars Championship. These cars are not stripped down in any way but are simply road cars with safety lights and new paint. See more at Allpar. Info on the car’s 2013 deput down under can be found at V8 Supercars.
This accident happened at 3:30 AM on Wednesday morning in Detroit. As you might imagine, the driver was killed instantly. Photos and stories via The Detroit News and CBS Detroit.
Check out this snowy Plum Crazy Dodge Challenger Shaker spotted leaving Chrysler’s holding yard in transit to a dealership in Grand Rapids, Michigan. Apparently all the Shaker cars were snapped up by dealers in just four days. Better get one quick, while you still can! Via Scat Pack Forums
There is a lot of anticipation around the mid-cycle refresh of the Dodge Charger, and Allpar published some more information today, along with the rendering shown below. They are predicting 660+ hp of HellCat power, 8-speed autos across the board, updated electronics, suspension and chassis improvements, a refreshed interior and some minor visual tweaks. Stay tuned!
Each year, the National Automotive History Collection (NAHC) selects what it deems will be the collectible car of the future. “We ask our members to predict which of the year’s new vehicles will command the highest attention at Detroit’s famous Woodward Dream Cruise 25 years from now,” Charles K. Hyde, president of the NAHC Board of Trustees said. This is the third time the Viper has won the award. One more reason to own one! Find more info at Cars and Parts.
While not a surprise, it’s still painful to hear Ralph Gilles admit that the V8 Hemi will not be around forever. Gas prices will never drop, CAFE standards are getting tougher and V6’s continue to get more powerful. Get ’em while you can folks. See the story at Street Legal TV.
Ralph Gilles denies any plans to bring back the Barracuda, saying that the rumor has “”has grown legs of its own.” Notice how he didn’t make any reference to ‘Cuda. Hmmm. Just kidding! See the story at LeftLane.
A very recent post alerted you to a custom Challenger Superbird, built for top speed contests, that was stolen along with the trailer that it was stored in. Good news. The low-lifes have been captured and the car recovered. It was in pieces but apparently all the pieces are still there. Video surveillance cameras supplied the authorities with a description of the suspects vehicle and a partial plate number. Score one for the good guys! See more at Street Legal TV.
The SRT level Charger, Challenger and Chrysler 300s are getting new Satin Vapor Editions. Black satin chrome 20 inch alloys, Nappa leather/suede and red Brembo calipers help to separate your SRT from all those run-of-the-mill SRT’s out there. Now which one to buy? See more at CarBuzz. More pics after the jump!
This custom built 2008 Challenger with a Superbird body kit was stolen from the San Bernardino, California area on the evening of Feb 2nd. Also stolen was an enclosed trailer (pic after the jump). A lifted, white Ford F350 with big wheels and tires is the suspected thief’s truck. If you see the car or trailer (and these two are not inconspicuous!) please contact local authorities. You can also contact John Ramirez at (951) 533-7348. There is a $10,000 reward for the return of this car. More info at Street Legal TV. More pics after the jump.
