Dodge is undergoing a dramatic transformation. The iconic Charger muscle car is embracing its roots with a sleek fastback coupe design alongside a modern four-door option. However, the legendary Hemi V8 is getting a rest.
In its place, Dodge is introducing a lineup of electric Daytona models and high-performance Sixpack variants powered by the innovative twin-turbo 3.0-liter Hurricane inline-six engine. The large Durango SUV is also ditching the Hemi, likely adopting a combination of traditional gasoline and electric powertrains.
Meanwhile, the sole remaining Dodge model, the Hornet compact SUV built on the Alfa Romeo Tonale platform, faces criticism for not capturing the essence of the Dodge brand.
Further fueling the uncertainty, Dodge CEO Tim Kuniskis, the mastermind behind the Hellcat engine, recently stepped down. His departure suggests a strategic shift as Dodge moves around the uncharted territory of electrification.
As car manufacturers grapple with critical choices, there’s a buzz online with content creators speculating on upcoming car designs.
For example, Dimas Ramadhan, a popular YouTube car designer known for his Digimods DESIGN channel, has brought to life a vision of a completely new 2026 Caravan minivan.
This idea has the potential to pose a serious danger to Chrysler’s future since the business has become mostly dependent on the Pacifica MPV since abandoning the Chrysler 300 sedan.
It’s a dumb move for dodge to get rid of the hemi v8 years ago dodge had a v6. Hemi and a 273v8