Next Gen Dodge Charger
Dodge is making it clear they’re expanding their focus on both EVs and ICEs with the announcement of the next gen Charger. The popular muscle car will be available in electric- and gas-powered options. In addition, the Charger will come in a coupe and a sedan option.
Not many details have not been given by Dodge’s parent company, Stellantis. The Charger shares a similar retro design to the Challenger with its slimmer design including the roof. Stellantis confirmed they will share the same length at 206.6 inches.
This 1969-inspired Dodge Charger’s sleek and simplistic design differs from the beefier appearance of the last gen. The next gen features a futuristic look with hidden headlights and an elongated grille. The other standout features from the images released include full-width LEDs and surfacing.
Full-width LED taillights and vertically mounted vents on the bumper highlight the rear. There is one noticeable difference in the next gen, the absence of tailpipes. This is for the EV design. The lineup also includes an ICE version which features a twin-turbo 3.0 L Hurricane I-6 that can deliver an impressive 420 horsepower and 550 horsepower. The battery-powered version has a 400-volt system and 100.5kWh battery that can push as much as 670 horsepower.
The interior design and technology of the sedan will share the same look and tech as its coupe counterpart. This includes a digital instrument cluster measuring up to 16 inches in diameter.
Production for the sedan and coupe versions is expected to begin in the first quarter of 2025.
All New Giulia Will Be Alfa Romeo’s Venture in EV
Alfa Romeo is following in Dodge’s footsteps by announcing their next gen luxury sports car, the Giulia, will be available in both EV and ICE. This is a trend that will continue with the growth of EV sales and demand from traditional ICE enthusiasts. The redesigned Giulia will be built on the same STLA Large modular platform as the next gen Dodge Charger Daytona will be built on.
Even though it’s on the same platform, the Giulia will not resemble the Charger or even be one with an Alfa Romeo badge slapped on. Alfa Romeo CEO, Jean Philippe Imparato stated the new Giulia will look nothing like the Charger.
One major difference between the Giulia and Charger is the size. The Charger is two feet longer, while the Giulia is designed to attack turns. The STLA platform can change dimensions for the length and wheelbase making it easier to separate both brands.
Alfa Romeo plans to release the new Giulia in 2025. That’s the same time the next gen Stelvio crossover, which will have an EV and ICE option, will be available at dealerships.
Nissan to Make Way for R36 GT-R?
Nissan announced the current gen GT-R R35 may be ending. While not surprising to fanboys, this iconic sports car may be discontinued soon. According to multiple reports, Nissan informed Japanese dealers that the decision to end production is because the company won’t be able to produce many of the vehicle’s parts in the future.
A 2025 GT-R announcement is expected to be made any day that includes details about the limited production numbers. Approximately, 1500 will be in production with 300 in the high-performance NISMO version.
One of the most iconic Japanese cars to reach US shores, entered the US market in 2009. Unlike other models, it’s still in the same generation and well overdue for a full redesign. Nissan released the next gen Z, which has retro styling cues. They have been known to continue producing sports cars; however, no details have been provided for the next gen which is expected to be the R-36.
