Video: Dodge Demon Concept Test Drive by Motortrend

A lot of things have changed at the Chrysler Group since Dodge took the wraps off the RWD Demon Concept at the 2007 Geneva Show back in March, but we can’t help believing that this roadster should somehow find its way into production. If anything, a car like this will help boost Dodge’s image in overseas markets like Europe (and we’ll have one more rear-wheel drive vehicle to choose from!).

Video: Dodge Crew Crossover (JC49) Scooped

A Youtube user managed to capture a Dodge Crew prototype (commonly known with its code name “JC49”) parked at the Grossglockner High Alpine Road in Austria. From what our Chrysler Group source told as a couple of weeks ago (see here), the American automaker is planning to present a concept version of the Dodge crossover at the forthcoming Frankfurt International Motor Show in September.

Irrelevant but could someone tell us why the hell is the Dodge Crew prototype shown in the video hooked onto the Volkswagen Touran MPV that's right behind it?

Dodge Nitro "Kill The Dog" Ad: Chrysler Wants It Pulled Off

It was bound to happen; Chrysler Group issued a statement requesting the removal of a Dodge ad designed for the Netherlands that featured a dog getting electrocuted and burned by the Nitro because it was about to take a leak on a tire.

Chrysler Group’s spokesman Jason Vines stated, "Chrysler Group was dismayed to discover today that an advertisement created by an ad agency supporting our Netherlands Market Performance Center goes far beyond the bounds of what the company considers appropriate. The advertisement for the new Dodge Nitro, recently introduced into the market, which includes fictional yet inappropriate treatment of an animal is in extremely bad taste”

“Although European commercials –especially "viral" ads like this one – are often edgier, this one went over the edge. Chrysler Group is investigating the origins of this commercial. We have requested the viral ad be pulled from YouTube.com", Vines added.

Top Gear Tests A 1968 Dodge Charger 440 R/T

In this episode, Top Gear’s Richard Hammond, also known as the “Hamster”, took the all-American classic 1968 Dodge Charger R/T out for a spin to see how it rides. The Charger R/T, one of our personal “dream garage cars” was fitted with improved suspension, heavy-duty brakes, dual exhaust, and of course, the all-mighty 440 V8 Magnum engine (7.2-liters, 375 bhp) combined with a Torqueflite 727 3-speed auto or optionally, with a 4-speed manual gearbox. As much as they would have liked to, Top Gear avoided practicing their usual mischief on the R/T so don’t except to see any explosions or cliff jumps (thank God), just your usual Brit sarcasm. -Video after the jump

Video: John Schneider awaiting final bid on ebay for General Lee

On Friday, May 4, 2007, John Schneider’s “Genera Lee” 1969 Dodge Charger was sold on ebay for a breathtaking $9,900,500, making it the second most expensive car ever auctioned; “just” $1.1 million away from the $11 million paid for a 1931 Bugatti Type 41 Royale Sports Coupe that was sold by Christie's in 1987. Schneider, aka Bo Duke, had a couple of his pals’ record the last agonizing (?) minutes of the ebay auction. Conclusion: either Schneider has obtained truckloads of millions during his career, either he’s the most cool headed person I’ve ever seen in my life.

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Dodge Demon Concept Video

Dodge just released a video of its Dodge Demon concept car, which will debut at the Geneva Auto Show in March. The initial 9 min long vid included driving and static scenes but no sound since it’s a “B-Roll footage” so once again we took action and added a couple of songs. Hope you like!

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1970 Dodge Charger 500 TV Commercial: Sexy Sheila vs Geeky Charlotte

In this classic 70's commercial Dodge tries to convince us that besides being ultra fast, the Charger 500 can be ultra sexy acting like a magnet to beautiful women. While the owner is trying to pop the question to his geeky sweetheart Charlotte, a sexy "gal" in a yellow bikini called Sheila nocks on his window... via: Autoblog.com

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Exclusive: Watch the Dodge Challenger “Go” Video

You read it (Click here: Dodge Challenger Go), now its time to see the official announcement of the Dodge Challenger going into production in 2008.

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Dodge Caliber Pig and Bear add: “It’s Anything But Cute”

Found this "black humor" video of the 2007 Dodge Caliber, which continues the “It’s Anything But Cute” philosophy of the other commercials of the car. This specific add tells us the heartwarming tale of two gentle creatures, a pig and a bear and their encounter with the “menacing” Dodge Caliber.

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