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In the world of muscle cars, Andre Gordon’s ’71 Dodge Dart Swinger is revving up excitement with its racing setup. Sporting a 340-cubic-inch V-8 engine and a four-speed manual transmission featuring a Hurst pistol grip shifter, this classic car is ready to leave others eating dust. Meanwhile, Dodge Dart sedans from 2013 and 2014 are trying to stop… quite literally, as 100,000 of them face a recall for potentially faulty brakes. It’s a tale of two Darts: one blazing forward, the other hitting the brakes!
Rev up your engines, art enthusiasts, because the Newport Car Museum is speeding your way this June! Owner Gunther Buerman isn’t just parking a bunch of classic cars; he’s curating a symphony of sleek, shiny sculptures. With a collection boasting around 50 cars, including iconic Chevrolet Corvettes and Ford Mustangs, this museum is shifting gears from a typical car showcase to a dazzling art gallery on wheels. It’s where horsepower meets haute couture on the highway!
Ford just revved up to a new level of patriotism by pulling off an automotive stunt bigger than Chevrolet’s last hurrah. On November 19, Ford set a Guinness World Record for the ‘Largest Banner Flown By A Vehicle,’ towing a massive American flag that was completely off the ground. This vehicular feat was no small task, as both the size of the flag and its airborne length counted toward the record. It seems Ford isn’t just about horsepower—it’s about horsepower with style, and a dash of flag-waving flair!
In a twist of automotive fate, a grandfather-grandson duo embarked on a humorous journey, transforming a 1976 Dodge Aspen R/T into a rare Mexican Super Bee clone. Trading an old Dodge truck for the project, they navigated the quirky world of Mopar enthusiasts, guided by a fellow fan, Matt. With unique parts sourced from Mexico, including a Valiant hood badge from Carlos, they christened their creation “Elvira.” Now, with gratitude and a touch of whimsy, they revel in their one-of-a-kind Super Bee adventure.
Step right up, folks! The 2017 Annual 65th Meguiar’s Detroit Autorama is revving up at Cobo Hall, and we’ve got a sneak peek behind the closed garage doors. Detroit, the Motor City itself, is flexing its muscle with a horsepower showdown featuring the Big Three: Chrysler, GM, and Ford. Expect to see some serious underhood power and maybe even an engine that could double as a rocket booster. If you’re a gearhead, this is better than a candy store for a kid!
The latest “Fate of the Furious” trailer zooms onto the scene with enough vehicular eye candy to make any car enthusiast’s heart race. This time, the spotlight shines on Dom Toretto’s widebody ’70s Dodge Charger and a sleek widebody Dodge Challenger, potentially the new Dodge Charger Demon. Unfortunately, their powerful roars are overshadowed by deafening music and explosive antics that could make even Bruce Willis flinch. Buckle up for a wild ride packed with muscle and mayhem!
In a surprising twist of automotive fate, the Chevrolet Camaro has outpaced its long-time rival, the Ford Mustang, in sales for the first time in nearly two years in the USA. This unexpected victory comes amid Ford’s decision to halt Mustang production following a sharp decline in sales. In September, Camaro revved past the competition, selling 6,577 units compared to the Mustang’s 6,429. It seems the Camaro is back to remind everyone that it’s not just a flash in the pan but a full-on V8-powered comeback.
The internet is buzzing with speculation: could the iconic Dodge Challenger and Charger be ditching their beloved V8 engines for a twin turbocharged V6? While purists might be clutching their pearls, rest assured, the roar of the V8 isn’t bowing out just yet. Dodge’s next-gen muscle cars are expected to keep the V8 option alive, ensuring that your morning commute can still sound like an action movie. In the world of muscle cars, some traditions—like the V8’s roar—are just too good to give up.
