2011 Dodge Challenger

Two of the auto industry’s most-watched third-party quality studies were released recently, with both taking decidedly different approaches to measuring customer satisfaction: The J.D. Power and Associates Initial Quality Study (IQS) puts its emphasis on the absolute number of problems reported by vehicle owners, while the Strategic Vision Total Quality Index (TQI) uses a more holistic strategy that seeks to determine how much owners “love” their vehicles. But here’s something the two do have in common: In each of them, the Dodge Challenger was the highest-rated vehicle in its class, beating out both the Ford Mustang and the Chevrolet Camaro.
That’s not likely to change much in the future, either, since the Challenger was the recent beneficiary of a host of customer-satisfying upgrades for 2011, receiving both a new, comprehensively updated second-generation rear-wheel-drive architecture for world-class ride and handling, as well as a revised, race-inspired cabin that still offers the most room in its class. Today’s Challenger lineup now features three performance-oriented alternatives:
Challenger SE, with an all-new Pentastar V6 that is both more powerful and more fuel-efficient than last year’s; the high-tech engine makes 305 hp (55 more than the Challenger’s previous V6) while achieving EPA ratings of up to 27 mpg highway (2 more than last year).
Challenger R/T, offering enhanced HEMI-supplied power courtesy of a 5.7-liter V8 that can deliver 376 horses and race from 0-60 in less than six seconds.
Challenger SRT8 392, boasting a massive 392-cubic-inch HEMI V8 that delivers a thundering 470 hp and 470 lb.-ft. of torque, mated to either a standard Tremec six-speed manual transmission or Dodge’s advanced five-speed automatic with Auto Stick manual-shifting capabilities; with the former combination, the Challenger SRT8 392 can rip off 0-60 runs in the high four-second range.
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New Dodge Grand Caravan

When I first heard that Chrysler had revised nearly every one of its models for the 2011 model year, I cynically assumed the changes couldn’t possibility make much of a difference. After all, how much could they have done with little money and even less time—and with Detroit’s tendency to make minor changes and expect them to have a major impact? Then I drove the new
Dodge Grand Caravan, and was amazed at how much its ride and handling had improved. For those seeking something smaller, or who simply refuse to buy a minivan, Dodge offers the Journey crossover. Underwhelming before, does it now similarly surprise?
The front buckets continue the Journey’s newly premium character, with ample padding and enough contour that you’re coddled within the seat rather than sitting upon it. The driver gets an effective four-way power lumbar adjustment—but oddly a manual recliner. The view forward is very car-like, similar to the Chevrolet Equinox (but with much less of a sense of tunnel vision) and not nearly as high and upright as in the Kia Sorento or Toyota Highlander. The view rearward: not so good thanks to a small rear window and tall headrests that fill most of it.
Unfortunately, nothing could be done about the tight rear seats – short of reworking the metal. The second row—which continues to lack contour but is comfortably high off the floor—must be nearly all of the way back to provide enough legroom for adults, but if this is done there’s almost no legroom in the optional third row.
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Dodge Magnum History.

The Dodge Magnum model was introduced in 1978 and produced for only a short time, lasting until 1979. It was sold in the United States and in Canada as a rebadged Chrysler Cordoba. It was a replacement for the Charger SE in Dodge's lineup and available in two bodystyles, the 'XE' and the 'GT'.
One of the driving forces for producing this car, was for the NASCAR series. The Magnum was more aerodynamic than the Charger. The road-going versions featured four rectangular headlights, opera windows, and an optional T-Bar or power sunroof. Power steering, brakes and seats were offered as standard equipment. Mounted under the hood was a 318 cubic-inch V8 engine. Optional engines were available, including the two and four-barrel carbureted 360 and 400 V8s. The 400 was offered for only a single year, being dropped from the option list in 1970 as Chrysler ceased production of the big-block V8s at the close of 1978.
The GT version was packed with performance, powered by a 'E85' police interceptor engine. The suspension was improved, a special axle adapted, and 'GT' badging placed throughout the vehicle.
The technology of the vehicle was advanced for its era. It had an onboard spark control computer, electronic ignition, and a lockup torque converter.
The Magnum name persisted for only a short time, being replaced by the Mirada after just a few years of production. The Mirada was a smaller car that had also been a rebadge of the Chrysler Cordoba.
The name 'Magnum' would lay dormant for many years, making a re-appearance in 2005 as part of Dodge's full-size vehicle in their model lineup.
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