While we rarely cover truck tuning, this Xplore Dodge Ram caught our attention for all the outdoor enthusiasts around the world. The company behind the work, Venchurs Vehicle Systems, aims to provide custom projects for all types of SUVs and off-road vehicles. Now this picture is just a concept, but the company also plans to offer work for the Ford F-Series and Chevrolet Silverado, with up to four different stages of aftermarket customizations for your truck tuning.
In an attempt to stay with the competition, Dodge has created this Ram Runner from the Dodge Ram truck with the aid of their tuning division Mopar. With the launch of the Ford F-150 Raptor, it looks like truck manufacturer’s will have to raise the bar when it comes to off-road capabilities. Dodge is trying to show off their Mopar Ram Runner kit that was developed along with off-road racer Kent Kroeker. This kit consists of a Pre-Runner Stage II lift kit, new off-road front bumper, new fenders, rear-tire holder, performance hood, and a full cat-back performance exhaust system.
Check out this car, a Dodge Viper with a Saab 9-3 stationwagon body on top, proving that anything is possible when you use your imagination and have the right tools for the job. A team of Swedish tuners took on this Viper project after they originally bought it for a rebuild, then spare parts were difficult to come by, so the plans changed. Looks like it worked out well since they now have a Saab 9-3 powered by a SRT10 Viper engine. However, this custom build wasn’t easy because the V10 8.4-liter powerplant was too big for the engine bay, and it had to be pushed inside the cabin some. After the jump you can see more pictures and a video of the bodiless Viper doing donuts.
Check out this new version of the Dodge Charger SRT8, with a fresh aggressive front end, and rear taillights similar to the Challenger. From the factory, the Charger SRT8 holds an updated 6.4-liter HEMI V8 producing more horsepower and torque than the previous 6.1-liter V8 HEMI. The estimated horsepower and torque ratings are 465 hp and 569 Nm of torque, however the specific figures will be announced upon the official introduction. New paddle-shifting technology joins the standard AutoStick, while the new Dodge Charger comes with a W5A580 five-speed automatic transmission. Hit the jump to see more pictures of this mean looking machine!
With the Super Bowl less than 24 hours away, here is a recap of the best Super Bowl car commercials last year. Many people who watch the super bowl only watch it for the commercials. Others are simply watching because everyone else is, and they’re at a super bowl party. However, a true sports fans know it’s more than just a 3-hour episode of commercials, and this year’s match up between the Pittsburgh Steelers and Green Bay Packers should be a classic. There were several major car manufacturer’s and companies from last year’s Buper Bowl commercials, including Audi, Dodge, Hyundai, Kia, Volkswagen, Bridgestone, and Cars.com. Hit the jump to see which was your favorite, and stay tuned for this year’s lineup, but more importantly, the game.
