Dodge debuts all-new electric 2026 Charger Daytona Sedan model On May 21, Dodge debuted the all-new, all-electric 2026 Dodge Charger Daytona sedan.  Two-door and four-door Dodge Charger Daytona vehicles share a common roofline, liftgate, and front and rear fascia, creating a bold, sleek, coupe-like appearance for both trims. Four doors were intentionally integrated into the overall Charger design for the beginning. Like the coupe, the “hidden ...

News  Updated at: 2025/05/22

Dodge postpones entry-level Charger Daytona R/T for 2026 model year Dodge is postponing the 496-hp Charger Daytona R/T base version for the 2026 model year for at least one year while the company continues “to assess the effects of U.S. tariff policies”, following a lukewarm reaction in the marketplace. Dodge CEO Matt McAlear confirmed that the 670-hp Charger Daytona Scat Pack dual-motor AWD version will remain as the only 2026 model year Cha...

News  Updated at: 2025/05/17

12 weeks are needed because the OEM is in the midst of changing production to the 2026 Pacifica from the 2025 model. “These modifications are necessary as we complete the 2025 model year, build and prepare for the launch of the 2026 model year Chrysler Pacifica, Chrysler Voyager/Grand Caravan and Dodge Charger Daytona,” Stellantis spokesperson LouAnn Gosselin said. (multiple sources on May 6, 2025)...

News  Updated at: 2025/05/10

Stellantis to pause Detroit Assembly Complex production, restart Windsor Assembly On April 21, Stellantis said that the Detroit Assembly Complex plants that build Jeep Grand Cherokee and Dodge Durango SUVs will pause production next week. Both of the Detroit Assembly Complex facilities, the Mack and Jefferson North plants, will halt production for the week of April 28, with Mack also scheduled to take a week off starting May 19, though several e...

News  Updated at: 2025/04/23

ve imports take effect, a move affecting nine total plants that will trigger about 900 temporary layoffs at several of the company's U.S. powertrain and stamping facilities. The Windsor Assembly Plant, which builds the Chrysler Pacifica and Voyager minivans for U.S. and Canadian markets, as well as Dodge's new electric Charger Daytona, will be down for two weeks starting April 7, according to the Unifor union president there. Stellantis’ plant ...

News  Updated at: 2025/04/04

Stellantis’ U.S. sales decline 11.8% in Q1 2025 On April 1, Stellantis’ FCA US LLC reported total U.S. sales of 293,225 vehicles in the first quarter of 2025, representing a decline of 11.8%. While fleet sales were hit by market uncertainty, retail sales for the company remained level year over year. Jeep brand sales declined 10.5% to 140,583 units in Q1     •    The all-electric Jeep Wagoneer S, arriving in U.S. dealerships this quart...

News  Updated at: 2025/04/03

&D costs.  In 2024, one of the highlights was the launch of the STLA Large platform and its validation for the new products of the companies in the Stallantis group. The STLA plaform is used as follows:  STLA Medium: E-3008, E-5008, Opel Grandland and DS Nº8 models STLA Large: to be used in the Dodge Charger Daytona, Jeep Wagoneer S, Recon and Cherokee replacement STLA Frame: to be introduced in 2025 with Ram 1500 Ramcharger and Jeep vehicles...

News  Updated at: 2025/02/27

Dodge, Jeep EVs finally arrive at dealers after software-related delays On January 13, Dodge and Jeep brand executives announced that their first EVs are starting to reach U.S. dealers after the launches of both EVs faced delays. Approximately 100 Windsor-built Dodge Charger Daytona performance cars, built in Windsor, Canada, had arrived at dealers as of January 10, according to Dodge brand CEO Matt McAlear, while Jeep Wagoneer S electric SUVs ar...

News  Updated at: 2025/01/15

Stellantis sales in U.S. down 7% in Q4, down 15% for full-year 2024 On January 3, Stellantis’ FCA US LLC reported that overall U.S. sales declined by 7% to 320,743 vehicles in Q4 2024, and were down 15% to 1,303,570 vehicles for full-year 2024. •Jeep sales were down 9% to 138,576 units in Q4 and for 2024 were down 9% to 587,725 units  •Ram sales were down 4% to 129,321 units in Q4, and for 2024 were down 19% to 439,039 units •Chrysler sa...

News  Updated at: 2025/01/07

Dodge extends production of HEMI-powered Durango models into 2025 On December 19, Dodge announced production of HEMI-powered Dodge Durango models will continue into the 2025 calendar year and is currently available for order. The development is significant as the HEMI engine was scheduled to be dropped under the strategy of former-Stellantis CEO Carlos Tavares. Due in part to market demand and customer feedback, Dodge’s three-row SUV will conti...

News  Updated at: 2024/12/20

Dodge launches Charger Daytona in U.S. with new marketing campaign On December 4, the Dodge brand revealed its marketing campaign for the brand’s first fully electric vehicle, the Dodge Charger Daytona. First to arrive in dealerships are the two-door Dodge Charger Daytona R/T and two-door Charger Daytona Scat Pack.  The all-new Charger Daytona features an all-electric, 400-volt, dual motor system delivering muscle-car performance through stand...

News  Updated at: 2024/12/06

Dodge Charger Sixpack four-door in pre-production at Windsor Assembly Dodge has begun pilot-production of the internal-combustion-engine Charger Sixpack at the Windsor Assembly Plant in four-door form, according to sources, with as many as 100 units being produced daily, following news that the company would be expediting the launch of the ICE-powered versions.  Following the launch of the all-electric Charger Daytona, Dodge reportedly is target...

News  Updated at: 2024/12/04

Stellantis reportedly pushing up launch of ICE Dodge Charger at Windsor plant in Canada Stellantis is fast tracking production of the upcoming ICE Dodge Charger, which is now slated to begin production five months earlier than previously expected, according to people familiar with the matter, so that it begins reaching dealers by summer 2025 rather than later in the year, as originally planned. Production trials for the Dodge Charger Sixpack ICE ...

News  Updated at: 2024/11/14

Stellantis to use Factorial solid-state batteries for demonstration fleet in 2026 On October 23, Factorial Inc. and Stellantis N.V. announced plans for the development and deployment of electric vehicles powered by Factorial’s solid-state battery technology. Stellantis aims to launch a demonstration fleet of Dodge Charger Daytona vehicles equipped with Factorial’s solid-state batteries by 2026. The demonstration fleet will be used to validate...

News  Updated at: 2024/10/24

nus program for the dealers, and maintaining recently-instituted incentives such as lower interest rates, low lease rates, and cash bonuses.  The dealer council leader said he could not share details of the product plan that was discussed, but did get to drive the two EVs coming later in 2024, the Dodge Charger Daytona and the Jeep Wagoneer S SUV, and also got a look at the next-generation Jeep Cherokee SUV, set to be released in mid-2025. Stell...

News  Updated at: 2024/10/19

new Citroën C3 and 80,000 for the new Peugeot 3008. In North America, shipments fell by about 170,000 units, with over 100,000 units attributed to planned production cuts to lower dealer inventory and gaps in the product lineup as Stellantis shifts to new multi-energy offerings, starting with the Dodge Charger Daytona and Jeep Wagoneer S in late 2024. Overall shipments for "the Third Engine," which refers to the aggregation of the South America...

News  Updated at: 2024/10/16

Stellantis reports U.S. sales in Q3 2024 down 19.8% On October 1, Stellantis’s U.S. unit, FCA US LLC, reported total sales of 305,294 vehicles in the third quarter of 2024, a decline of 19.8% year over year. Total market share increased month over month during the third quarter from 7.2% in July to 8% in September while inventory was reduced by 50,000 units (-11.6%) with the introduction of an aggressive incentive program across the U.S.  Jeep...

News  Updated at: 2024/10/03

Dodge opens orders for all-new electric 2024 Charger Daytona ahead of Q4 deliveries On September 16, the Dodge brand is officially opening orders for the all-new electric 2024 Dodge Charger Daytona. Two-door coupe versions of the Charger Daytona Scat Pack and Charger Daytona R/T, which qualify for full USD 7,500 federal EV tax credit when leased, will begin arriving in U.S. dealerships in Q4. Led by the all-new, all-electric 2024 Dodge Charger Da...

News  Updated at: 2024/09/17

f our electric vehicle offensive, I have full confidence that Tim's passion and collaborative spirit will lead the team to deliver the highest quality vehicles for our customers” said Carlos Zarlenga Chief Operating Officer, North America, Stellantis. Stellantis is preparing for production of the Dodge Charger Daytona and Jeep Wagoneer S, as well as other Jeep products such as the Recon. (Stellantis press release on August 20, 2024)...

News  Updated at: 2024/08/23

Dodge reveals details of electric 2024 Charger Daytona ahead of Q4 launch On August 7, the Dodge brand revealed details of the all-new 2024 Dodge Charger Daytona, which begins deliveries in Q4. The 2024 Dodge Charger Daytona R/T will have a starting price of USD 59,595, and the Dodge Charger Daytona Scat Pack, which retains the title as the world’s quickest and most powerful muscle car, will start at USD 73,190, both receiving a full USD 7,500 ...

News  Updated at: 2024/08/09