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Dodge Charger Daytona electric is a power-packed muscle car that’ll please EV enthusiasts

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The Charger Daytona electric version has been in my crosshair for quite some time now, and Dodge has finally pulled the drapes off. Yes, the production version of an equally potent Daytona with a dual-motor powertrain is finally official. The quiet beast can deliver the same performance as its big brother powered by the Hemi V8 engine.

This highly anticipated electric muscle car is slated to be available for buyers later this year in two variants – R/T and Scat Pack. Both these versions will further have a two-door coupe and a four-door sedan options. Securing the future for such drivetrains, Dodge has already revealed plans for a Banshee performance version of the electric Charger Daytona next year. As and when that one will be released, boy… it’s going to tickle the fancies of the most avid speed demons!

Designer: Dodge

Talking of the technical specifications the electric Charger will be built on the STLA Large platform, the company’s top-of-the-line electric architecture designed for SUVs and heavy cars. There’s a bigger 100.5 kWh battery to provide all the performance-oriented power to the drivetrain. This will be accompanied by the 400V propulsion system for DC fast charging – enabling an 80 percent charge level in just 52 minutes. But we know what all you motorheads are interested in – that’s the acceleration and top speeds. The R/T churns out 456 horsepower, and 404Lb-ft of torque for shooting from 0-60mph in 4.7 seconds. The Scat Pack has more under its belly with 630 horsepower and 627lb-ft of torque to go from 60mph in just 3.3 seconds.

Having a drag race at those speeds requires massive stopping power, hence, the electric Dodge Charger is fitted with huge 16-inch Brembo brakes and red six-piston front/four-piston rear fixed calipers. This is paired with the “Brake by Wire” intelligent braking system that uses a central module to control vehicle deceleration for “optimum braking force and pedal feedback.” Performance in different sets of conditions should also be a cakewalk given the electric Charger is loaded with Auto, Eco, Sport, and Wet / Snow on the R/T version. The Scat Pack variant will get two additional modes – Track and Drag. As clear from the names, the track mode will optimize the car for “maximum vehicle performance capability on smooth, dry surfaces; while the Drag mode is tailored for “optimal dragstrip launch and straight-line acceleration.”

Of course, a muscle car should not only look (with a faux exhaust) and perform like a beast but also need to have that heavy grunt to impart an impact on onlookers. Dodge has that sorted with the low-speed hum that turns into a growl as the car accelerates. Coming on to the interiors, the electric muscle car will have pretty much the same cabin build as the recent Charger models. However, there will be a tad more gadgets and technology to match the electric vehicle theme. On the front there are dual free-standing displays, one is a 10.3- or 16-inch gauge cluster and the other is a 12.3-inch touchscreen infotainment system. The steering wheel is more squared-off and the pistol-grip gear shifter is placed on the center console.

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This beastly Dodge Challenger concept is longing for Jason Cammisa’s driving flair

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Talk of timeless muscle cars and there are only a few that match the magnetism of the 1974 Dodge Challenger. And of them all, the Glen Bunch’s Dodge Challenger crafted by the car builder and racer in that era is a special one. He literally built the AAGT Challenger for the IMSA’s All-American GT and that is what makes the muscle car racer so special for hardcore motorsports fans.

After the first year’s weight limit shenanigans, the car hit the ideal power-to-weight ratio and we all know, the rest is etched in the pages of history. As a tribute to this exotic creation by Glen back in those days, Abimelec Design has created what they claim to be the ultimate IMSA AAGT racing series Cuda.

Designer: Abimelec Design

The classic motorsports flair of the powerful Cuda is undeniable in this concept design. This supercharged monster is something that Jason Cammisa would love to take through the paces. He would love to beat the Dekon Chevy Monzas and the famous Greenwood Corvettes in a drag race someday. Of course, who wouldn’t love to see Jason rev such a powerful Cuda to the deafening sound of the engine in the grandstand?

SpeedKore who commissioned the concept design, added the signature carbon fiber twist to the hot mix, and the result is this sultry beast in matte black finish. The wide body stance slimmed down at the middle of side profile gives the ride a sexy muscular aesthetic. The exhausts on either side flowing along the body are sublime, adding flair to the muscle car riding on big racing tires.

This Cuda powered by a V8 engine is by all accounts a Dodge Challenger ready to set the tarmac on fire. So why not revive the legend of the IMSA’s “run what you brung” spirit of the rules?

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Super-Hot Dodge Charger Daytona SRT EV has a thumping growl, goes faster than Hellcat

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An electric drivetrain-powered Dodge was eminent as the brand promised passionate fans a performance EV in the near future. That promise has taken shape in the form the Charger Daytona SRT EV, revealed at M1 Concourse in Pontian, Michigan as a part of the Dodge Speed Week event series.

The all-electric two-door coupe according to the makers “drives like a Dodge, looks like a Dodge and feels like Dodge.” The muscle car concept is a glimpse into the future of the brand’s electrified future, and it does stay true to the tradition of the 1968 Charger inspiration.

Designer: Stellantis

There are three game-changing patent-pending features (apart from its hot looks) that set the new 800V Banshee propulsion system powered Charger Daytona SRT Concept apart from the competition. First up is the R-Wing pass-through front aerodynamic that achieves aerodynamic superiority while maintaining the classic Dodge DNA, connecting to the Daytona roots. Then there is the Fratzonic Chambered Exhaust system capable of churning out 126 dB sound which is as loud as the non-electric Hellcat version. Lastly, the eRupt multi-speed transmission with electro-mechanical shifting brings distinct shift points for the power-packed four-wheeler.

Coming back to the performance growl this baby can produce, it’s all courtesy of the amplifier and tuning chamber positioned at the rear of the car. Another eye-popper is its ability to outdo the SRT Hellcat, all thanks to the 800-volt propulsion system. The muscle car also gets the PowerShot feature activated via the button on the steering wheel. As the name suggests, this gives the EV an instant boost of horsepower for thumping acceleration off the line or in a close chase.

The Charger concept gets a hatchback liftgate as opposed to the contemporary trunk. There are four seats in total in the spacious interiors and the back row can be folded flat to make space for cargo. On the inside, the Charger Daytona gets a 12.3-inch screen matched to the 16-inch curved digital instrument cluster. The bucket seats get a Fratzog perforation pattern, and going with the modern design theme, the interiors get a dose of sweet UV color.

The production model of the EV is slated for a 2024 release and more details about the performance specifications will leak out in the near future. Till then, bask in the impressive persona of the Charger Daytona SRT EV.

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A Dodge Viper high on testosterone with enough firepower to set the streets on fire!

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A chunky Dodge Viper concept design filled with testosterone – ready to take command of the streets, race circuits, or conventional tracks for unparalleled dominance.

Dodge Viper is one sports car automotive enthusiasts will love to get a hold of, now that it is out of production and turning into a hot property with every passing year. While Dodge has no plans to revive the muscular hunk, the American sports car boasting a V10 engine lets the performance do all the talking – on the streets and tracks as well. While I still can’t get the flowing design of the Viper Basilisk Concept off my head, this new flashy Dodge Viper concept urges me to change my mind.

Designed and conceptualized by automotive designer Karan Adivi – who’s got a knack for visualizing hypnotic car designs – this concept shines with its wide-body stance and hot wheels – literally. Adivi tunes the already intimidating beast with his body kits on all sides to turn the Viper into a street racer god sent for the next Fast and Furious 10 shenanigans. The four-wheeler gets cheeky rear bumper lip diffusers, remodeled headlights, sharper front grill ducts, and a slightly uplifted hood nose that just stares at you so hard, you would eventually blink first!

The interiors are clad in red –matching the red on the wheels which is a hard thing to not get drawn into. The overall sports car appeal of the Dodge is certainly escalated in this concept design – and it’s highly desirable. Will this blue Dodge Viper with stylized white stripes capture my heart? It’s a close call, but I have to say a loud yes!

Designer: Karan Adivi

This Dodge Charger Daytona with an exposed v8 engine is sure to win Dom Toretto’s approval!

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A Dodge Charger Daytona concept that’ll stun automotive lovers with its charming looks and the bold display of the V8 engine under the hood, all exposed for automotive lovers’ attention!

Muscle cars are my weakness – it’s love at first sight, literally, and the Dodge Charger Daytona ranks up, not just on my list. Dom’s signature car in The Fast Saga is the black 1970 Dodge Charger R/T. The car he built with his father appeared in The Fast and the Furious, Fast & Furious, Fast Five, and Furious 7. With its exposed hood, this version of the Dodge Charger is sure to win Dom’s critical approval!

Now, creative designer, Karan Adivi takes us down the memory lane with an incredible CGI render of the retro racer that was way ahead of its time in terms of looks and performance. Yes, the Dodge Charger Daytona gets an incredible orange drape and an exposed hood to show off the 7.2 liter Magnum V8 engine. This modern interpretation of a legendary circuit racer does away with the exaggerated rear wing, and I absolutely love it. Atleast, a 2021 muscle car doesn’t need those old-school wings.

The ride height has been significantly reduced for a sleek aerodynamic form of the Dodge. This should produce enough downforce to keep it sticking to the tarmac on twisty corners with the reassurance of prime grip. Wheels on this stunner have also been replaced with a very boyish character and gorgeous star-shaped shining silver rims. Adivi has tweaked the flowing side body design a bit to give the car a more visually appealing balance as opposed to the original one that had a bit elongated dimension to the front. The wrapped black color strip running the length of the boot and down to the bumpers gives the ride a styling advantage.

This is one Dodge Charger every muscle car lover will glance over and over again, given the perfect combination of color and body shape. I hope Dodge land their eye on this and ponder over a future design for their most successful performance car. Or maybe this one could be the world savior in the upcoming Transformers: Rise of the Beasts!

Designer: Karan Adivi

This Batman 2022-worthy Dodge Charger RT is a racing machine of new extremes!

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A reimagined Dodge Charger RT in flashy dark grey hue is the perfect accomplice for the modern-day Batman fighting crime on the streets of Gotham.

Dodge Charger RT is a four-door muscle car that’s on the bucket list of countless automotive lovers. While some are lucky enough to drive one or even own this beast, others still live in the awe of this American iconic car. Right from the late 1960s till date, the seven generations of the muscle car haven’t lost the sublime performance quotient with the unique mix of their striking looks. Both these attributes have stayed the same all these years and understandably Dodge Charger RT has captured the imagination of designers as well.

This shiny dark grey Dodge Charger RT reimagined by Karan Adivi using tools like Blender 3D, Autodesk, and 3ds Max is one to behold. Flawlessly crafted for a 2021 vibe, the muscle car exposes the engine bay in full, to flaunt the V8 powerhouse. Clearly, it is all about performance on the race tracks and streets. Racers who are capable of taking this machine to the limit will enjoy glancing over to the fuming engine at peak performance levels.

That dark color prompts me to imagine it as a minimalistic Batmobile for the modern-day Batman – Edward Nashton (a.k.a. The Riddler) to be precise. Given the rage for muscle cars, this Dodge Charger with a bit more modification will make for the perfect Batmobile in the upcoming The Batman 2022 movie.

The fat wheeled, low rider-like character of this Dodge Charger RT gives it the license to burn the tarmac in a drag race on the streets. Something a motorhead absolutely values in a muscle car of this proportion.

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Dodge Demon meets Bumblebee in this intimidating avatar, making it Richard Hammond’s wet dream!

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Dodge Demon is the result of the most passionate motorheads at Dodge, giving it the 840bhp (at 770lb of torque) muscle power that makes even the 707bhp Dodge Hellcat look ordinary. The four-wheeler is packed with power, has an intimidating look to go with it, and yes, Dodge fans absolutely love it. If the Demon wasn’t smokin’ hot enough, automotive concept artist Al Yasid gives it a significant facelift with his tuner kit that literally lends the muscle car a god-like stance!

He reimagines the car in white silver body and yellow hue for the front bumper – much like the 68 Porsche 908. The choice of yellow comes from the designer’s current bent towards this color from the palette that he likes the most. With tweaking to the front align with over fenders – who would not fall in love with this muscle car! If you notice closely, the Dodge cross grill (air dam) has been modernized, and the rear window aero piece has that attractive shooting brake-like look courtesy of the roof spoiler. Al Yasid points to his love of shooting brakes by saying, “That “roof spoiler” was actually done to give a slight illusion of a shooting brake while not being one hah!” In a fun twist, the yellow front resembles a duck’s bill for those who love a biological inspiration on their ride, but to me, the yellow is a pure throwback to Bumblebee, our favorite transformer ever!

Any self-respecting automotive expert will swear by The Grand Tour – love them, hate them, but for sure you want to be doing those antics with them! Seeing this Dodge Demon concept takes me to the first episode of Season 3, The Grand Tour, where Richard Hammond infamously spent hours modding his already beefed-up Dodge Demon. Being a complete Richard fan, it’s a safe bet for me to say that this muscle car concept will match all of his dream car criteria. Al Yasid has definitely infused a new sense of styling into the Dodge Demon with this reworked version – one that anyone would fall for head over heels. Me, well, I’m already daydreaming – taking this Demon for a ride – literally managing to catch everyone’s eye!

Designer: Al Yasid

Dodge Challenger Hellcat Hearse Gets You to the Grave on Time

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Have you ever gotten stuck in traffic behind a funeral procession? Those things move so slowly. Perhaps they’d move faster if the hearse had more horsepower. Something like a Dodge Challenger SRT Hellcat, with its 700+ horses, should do the trick.

Image by Rain Prisk

Artist Rain Prisk came up with this awesome concept design for a Challenger Hellcat Hearse, with its rear end extended to make room for your dearly departed and their casket. If a 6.2-liter supercharged Hemi engine wasn’t enough to motivate this thing to the cemetery, it’s got a sleek, streamlined roof design that should definitely cut down on aerodynamic drag. Funerals are normally such quiet and somber affairs. There’s zero doubt that the Hellcat’s impressive exhaust note would perk up those in attendance.

Amazing concept, Rain! If you ever manage to convince Dodge to build one of these, I’d like to book my advance reservation now, so I can travel to my final resting place the same way I drove while I was alive.