Dodge
Dodge was founded in Detroit in 1900 by brothers John and Horace Dodge. Originally a major parts supplier for early automakers like Ford, the company began manufacturing its own vehicles in 1914. Chrysler acquired Dodge in 1928, positioning it as a core division that eventually built a strong reputation around American muscle cars - such as the Charger and Challenger - alongside trucks and the V10-powered Viper.
Now part of Stellantis, Dodge separated its truck lineup into the standalone Ram brand in 2009 to concentrate on performance-focused cars and crossovers. Moving away from its long-running V8 Hemi engines in passenger cars, the brand's current lineup transitions toward modern powerplants, introducing all-electric drive systems and twin-turbocharged inline-six engines.
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Dodge Charger
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Dodge Viper
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The first-generation Dodge Challenger was introduced in autumn 1969 for the 1970 model year.
The redesigned 2011 Charger introduced a perimeter-shaped LED rear light graphic that became a recognizable model signature.
For 1968, the Charger received a completely redesigned body with hidden headlamps and distinctive rear flying-buttress styling.
The 1966 Charger stood out with a long fastback roofline and a four-seat cabin with a sporty character.
The Challenger's 2015 refresh introduced design details inspired by the 1971 model.
The fifth-generation Viper was unveiled at the 2012 New York auto show for the 2013 model year, with a new body and a broader suite of electronics.
The eighth-generation Charger, introduced from 2024, was engineered to support both electric and combustion-powered versions.
For the 1970 model year, the Challenger was offered as a coupe and convertible, with the performance-oriented R/T also in the range.
In the 1968 film “Bullitt,” Steve McQueen's Ford Mustang chased a black Dodge Charger R/T 440.
The famous 1970 Challenger R/T SE “Black Ghost” was one of 23 cars built in its HEMI and four-speed specification.
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