The Dodge Durango: Power, Performance, and Style
The Dodge Durango is the most powerful three-row SUV on the market. The entry-level engine is a V-6, where most SUVs start with a four-cylinder, and you can upgrade to a 5.7-liter V-8 or a 6.4-liter V-8. For 2021 Dodge even offers the SRT with the supercharged V-8 Hellcat engine. Additional changes for 2021 include an upgraded towing package with the power to tow more, updates in the cabin, and upgrades to the Durango’s exterior.
The Model Lineup
The entry-level Durango is the SXT. It has LED headlights, LED fog lights, 18-inch wheels, and keyless entry. The GT adds a black grille, black window trim, and 20-inch wheels, while the R/T comes with a sunroof and LED accent lights. Stepping up to the Citadel gets you chrome exterior trim elements, a sunroof, and a trailering package. The top-level SRT and SRT Hellcat add an adaptive suspension and Brembo brakes. Read the rest of this entry »
Reasons to Test Drive a Chrysler Pacifica Today
When it comes to minivans, you have a lot of options. Why not go with the one that sets the standard for the automotive industry? The Chrysler Pacifica is the perfect combination of head-turning style, reliable yet exciting performance, and fun, family-friendly features. Here are reasons to test drive a Chrysler Pacifica today.
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Eye-Catching Exterior
You’ll always turn heads when you drive the Pacifica. All four trim levels combine classic lines and modern sculpting. On the Touring, this elegant design is accentuated by LED headlights. While the Touring’s design is stylish, it’s also practical, providing you with features like power sliding doors and a power liftgate. You’ll appreciate how easy it is for everyone to board the vehicle and organize their luggage and other essential gear. The Touring L adds intricately designed 18-inch wheels to the Pacifica’s already impressive design.
Chrysler tops the Limited model with a tri-pane panoramic sunroof and adds hands-free functionality to the trims doors and liftgate. The newest member of the Pacifica family, the Pinnacle, dazzles with a metal-look grille and welcomes you with approach lights. Read the rest of this entry »
Classic vs. New RAM Body Style
The Ram 1500 is a go-to pickup truck. It’s strong, stylish, and capable. Truck lovers and critics alike have enjoyed the Ram 1500 for years, with the truck even taking home awards including the 2019 Motor Trend Truck of the Year Award. If the tried and true Ram 1500 is what you’re looking for, you can continue to enjoy this vehicle in 2021. However, 2021 also brings an all-new Ram 1500 to the table. If you’re on the hunt for a modern and innovative pickup truck, maybe the all-new Ram 1500 is more your style.
Cab Configurations
There are many reasons why one might want a Ram 1500. Perhaps you’re looking for a pickup truck that can also meet the needs of your family, or maybe you’re seeking something that can get you to and from work. Whatever your needs may be, you want a cab configuration that can accommodate you.
The classic Ram 1500 is available with the regular cab, while the modern Ram 1500 is only available with the four-door quad or crew cab configurations. If a more compact cabin is what you’re interested in, pick the classic. If you’re more interested in generous interior space, the modern Ram 1500 may be better suited for you. Read the rest of this entry »
2021 Grand Cherokee L Buyer’s Guide
The new Jeep Grand Cherokee L is designed with the needs of today’s drivers in mind. The Cherokee L is a stretched version of the popular Jeep Grand Cherokee, offering three rows of seating. If you’re in the market for a three-row midsize SUV, the 2021 Grand Cherokee L might just be exactly what you’re looking for.
Trim Levels
The 2021 Jeep Grand Cherokee L comes in four trim levels. There’s the base Laredo, the Limited, the Overland, and the top-of-the-line Summit. Each trim level comes standard with front-wheel drive, but four-wheel drive is available as an upgrade with all four options.
The base Laredo trim level is the most affordable option and it comes with several appealing features. Pick the Laredo and receive 18-inch wheels and an 8.4-inch touch-screen infotainment system on the dashboard, which works alongside Stellantis’s UConnect 5 system.
When you upgrade to the Cherokee L Limited you can enjoy remote start, LED fog lamps, a power liftgate, and a gloss-black grille insert. The Overland trim level comes with Quadra-Lift air suspension, hill-descent control, and a dual-pane panoramic sunroof. Pick the Grand Cherokee L Summit and you can benefit from a roof rack with silver rails and gloss-black inserts, 20-inch polished alloy wheels, and four-zone automatic climate control. Read the rest of this entry »
Muscle Cars Live On in the Dodge Lineup
If you’re looking for a vehicle with plenty of horsepower, Dodge has a couple of options for you to consider. The two-door Challenger and four-door Charger have horsepower to spare for those drivers who prefer powerful engines. These two also offer plenty of trims and package add-ons to allow drivers to personalize their vehicles. Check out why muscle cars live on in the Dodge lineup.
Trims Available
The 2021 Dodge Challenger is available in five unique trim levels: SXT, GT, R/T, R/T Scat Pack, and SRT Hellcat. Within those trims are even more choices, including SRT Hellcat Redeye, SRT Super Stock, and a Widebody package. You can also add the T/A, Technology, Driver Convenience, and Blacktop groups. The Challenger allows you to create a vehicle that matches your personality and provides you with the bells and whistles you seek.
Similarly, the 2021 Dodge Charger also offers a plethora of trim levels and options within those trim levels. The six main trim levels include SXT, GT, R/T, Scat Pack, SRT Hellcat, and SRT Hellcat Redeye. Packages that can be added to customize these trims further are the Plus, Daytona Edition, Technology, Blacktop, Performance Handling, Driver Convenience, and Navigation and Travel groups. Read the rest of this entry »
Uconnect is one of the most popular and beloved infotainment systems available in the automotive world. It is available in many Chrysler models, and the auto manufacturer continues to improve upon this offering by adding new features and enhanced functionality with each new release. Check out what’s improved on Uconnect 5, which will be available in new Chrysler models soon.
Additional Resources Directed to the System
One of the key differences that Chrysler made to continue to improve upon the Uconnect infotainment system is expanding the team that handles the development and improvements. The chief designer for the system, Vince Galante, prioritized the people who work on the team, including individuals with mobile and web experience, interaction, product design, transportation, and gaming and entertainment.
The development team also includes people with psychology backgrounds, who focus on the needs of individual drivers and how they might respond to certain shifts. By devoting more resources to the development and improvement of Uconnect, Chrysler has created an enhanced system that drivers love. Read the rest of this entry »
The Ram brand takes safety for its vehicles seriously, and the Ram 1500 has numerous driver-assist features to keep the driver, passengers, and those outside the vehicle safe. Check out these standard and available safety features you’ll get with the Ram 1500.
Blind-Spot Monitoring with Trailer Detection
Sensors mounted on the rear of the vehicle as well as the side mirrors send the driver an audible or visual alert that a vehicle is approaching or is too close. Blind-spot monitoring helps you avoid collisions in your blind zone, and the trailer detection takes into account the trailer length to help you maneuver safely through traffic.
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert
When you have your Ram truck in reverse and the rear cross-traffic alert system detects a pedestrian, bicycle, or object in your path, you’ll receive a warning chime and an indicator light on your side view mirror. If you don’t react, the system will apply automatic emergency braking. This system works when you’re traveling in reverse under five miles per hour. Read the rest of this entry »
For the 2021 model year, the Renegade will be available in several special editions. All editions are powered by a 180-horsepower, 2.4-liter Tigershark I-4 engine paired with a nine-speed automatic transmission. The standard infotainment system on special editions includes a 7-inch touch-screen display, Bluetooth streaming audio, Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, hands-free phone, voice-text replay, and voice recognition. Read on to learn about the unique features found in each special edition.
Jeepster
The 2021 Jeep Renegade Jeepster Edition is a throwback edition based on the Renegade Sport trim. The Jeepster is available in four exterior colors, including Colorado Red, Technogreen Metallic, Mojave Sand, and Black. Features unique to the Jeepster include 19-inch granite crystal wheels, gloss-black exterior trim, Jeepster door badging, and deep-tinted glass. The seating is black cloth with Jeepster badging. Front-wheel drive is standard on the Renegade Jeepster, with four-wheel drive available. Read the rest of this entry »
If you’re looking for an SUV unlike any other, check out the 2021 Durango SRT Hellcat. The SRT Hellcat name might sound familiar if you’re a fan of the Dodge Challenger or Charger muscle car lineups. In the Durango family, the SRT Hellcat trim makes its mark by combining muscle car performance with SUV capabilities. The SRT Hellcat is exciting, exhilarating, and, some might say, life-changing.
Exquisite Exterior
With its sleek lines and muscular curves, the Durango SRT Hellcat is sure to turn heads. The exquisite SUV announces its arrival with an SRT performance hood and SRT front fascia. The hood doesn’t just look cool; it also provides maximum airflow to the SRT Hellcat’s engine when you’re driving at top speeds. The front fascia features a lower valance cold-air intake that sends even more air to the engine.
Widebody wheel flares and 20-inch wheels with a Lights Out-finish command attention in their own right. To complete the look, Dodge adds SRT Hellcat badging. Choose from an array of gorgeous exterior colors, including F8 Green, Octane Red, and Destroyer Gray. Read the rest of this entry »
Check out the Best Tech Features in the Pacifica
The Chrysler Pacifica received a refresh for the 2021 model year, adding a new top-level Pinnacle trim level, some exterior styling updates, and some new tech features. This minivan provides a practical ride for families, it has the features you want in an upscale vehicle, and it has the tech that both parents and kids want. Check out the best tech features in the Pacifica.
The Infotainment System
A new 10.1-inch touch screen arrived for the 2021 model year, along with the latest Uconnect 5 infotainment system. It processes commands five times faster than the Uconnect 4 system, provides better visibility and connectivity, and the updated Uconnect 5 comes with wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto. SiriusXM with 360L is an available option with over 200 channels and personalized content. You can also get a Wi-Fi hot spot and Amazon Alexa. Another new tech feature in the 2021 Pacifica is Uconnect Market. This allows you to make your Pacifica your wallet and use it to buy gas, pay for a parking spot, or even purchase food on the road from relevant vendors. Read the rest of this entry »
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