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The Production Challenger

The 2008 Dodge Challenger is offered in one trim line, the well-known SRT8 designation. There were 4 choices for the lucky people who reserved a 2008 Dodge Challenger SRT8 before it was released. The first dealt with color, either Hemi Orange Pearl Coat, Brilliant Black Crystal Pearl Coat, or Bright Silver Metallic Pearl Coat. The second choice was whether to stick with the basic 6-disc AM/FM/MP3 stereo system or to select the $890 MyGig Multimedia system complete with GPS navigation. The third option was whether or not you wanted a sunroof at an additional $950. And the final decision was simple: stock or performance tires. The base tire of the SRT8 is a set of four 245/45ZR20 all-season Goodyear radials. For fifty dollars more, a buyer could select a set of performance Goodyears with the same 245 size tires up front and 255/45ZR20's in the rear.

The Chevrolet Corvette and Ford Mustang are two of a handful of American performance cars that have secured their place in automotive history books. They both contributed to building the young performance market in 50's and 60's America, and then passed the test of time. The Pontiac Firebird, Chevrolet Camaro, Ford Thunderbird, and Dodge Charger can also be counted amongst the most powerful cars of their day, though presently the Firebird is no longer produced and the Charger is offered as a performance sedan. Ford Muscle returned to classic styling with the release of the S197 2005 Mustang, a mega success. Around the same time, rumors of another vintage muscle car returning began to grow; this time for the Dodge Challenger.

Like an indomitable storm, the Formula Drift Series descended upon the streets of downtown Long Beach this past weekend for round 1 of the 2009 season, bringing with it the thunder of Team Mopar's tire-destroying Dodge Viper SRT10 drift car to a crowd of more than 40,000 fans. Also making an appearance was the 2009 Dodge Challenger SRT8 drift car, giving fans a preview of things to come later in the season. Now entering its 5th season, the Formula Drift Series has grown exponentially in just a short period of time and has been a key player in exposing drifting to the U.S.

It seems unlikely that a 268 horsepower electric powered Dodge concept wearing a Lotus body could beat a new Dodge Challenger SRT-8 in a short race from a stop, but during a recent show-off session of the new Dodge EV, that was exactly what happened.

The Rose Bowl parking lot was the site of the showdown between high-performance and high technology, and the result helped to secure the idea that not all electric vehicles are just for low-cost commuting.  So many companies have turned to hybrid and electric vehicles as a solution for "responsible efficient transportation", that the enthusiasts' standpoint has been forgotten.  The alternative power vehicles are a great alternative for those who only use their car to get from point A to point B, but for many of us, driving is an enjoyable experience, and the Dodge EV plans to prove that electric vehicles can provide the same fun as a combustion engine powered vehicle.