It’s a well-known secret that the next-generation Ford Mustang and Chevrolet Camaro will shrink (and be lighter) and that their V6 and V8 powerplants will be supplanted by smaller, higher-revving … Read more
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Grinding noise after tie rod replacement?
Q: The shop replaced the tie rod ends on my Dodge and now when I turn the wheel to the right all the way, I hear a scraping sound coming … Read more
2013 Dodge Dart shines in subcompact market
The Dodge Dart points to Chrysler’s future more than any vehicle it has sold in the past 10 years. It’s certainly a well-done car. The Dart brings a different driving … Read more
Rumors of Durango’s demise are premature
Fyidriving was recently led to believe that the Dodge Durango sport ute was destined for retirement at the end of this year. Now it seems that someone in the Fiat-controlled … Read more
Need a three-row vehicle? Dodge Durango might be the one
Mechanically speaking, the 2013 Dodge Durango is basically the seven-passenger version of the Grand Cherokee. But you’d never know it by people’s reaction to it. It looks nothing like the … Read more
For Dodge, smaller isn’t necessarily better
Fyidriving.com hears that a lack of demand for Chrysler’s 1.4-liter four-cylinder powerplant, especially the turbocharged version available on the Fiat 500 and Dodge Dart, has led to the reduction of … Read more
Fiat to add new models in the U.S.
Fyidriving has learned that Chrysler’s plan to add more Fiat-based Chryslers, Dodges and Jeeps has been altered. Instead, the automaker will add more Fiat and Fiat-owned Alfa Romeo brands. This … Read more
Is the end in sight for the Durango and Avenger?
Chrysler is about to embark on the next phase of product planning now that the company’s overall health appears to be in good shape under the Fiat banner. Fyidriving.com hears … Read more
Dodge Dart just misses Consumer Reports cut
The Dart is the first product of the Fiat-Chrysler marriage, and it’s based on a lengthened and widened European chassis that’s shared with the Alfa Romeo Giulietta. Consumer Reports praised … Read more
Los Angeles Auto Show: Dodge’s Daytona returns for 2014
Since it’s graduated to four-door status, the Dodge Charger tends to be overlooked when considering modern interpretations of classic muscle cars; the Ford Mustang, Chevrolet Camaro and Dodge Challenger tend … Read more
2013 Dodge Charger SXT: a lot of car for under $30K
The Dodge Charger SXT with the six-cylinder engine and eight-speed transmission is surprisingly lively, unless you really think the SRT version is the way to go. The SXT is a … Read more
2013 Ram 1500 changes most everything but the looks
Nashville, Tenn. — Evidently, when truck owners talk tough, truck makers listen. Owners have warned Chrysler that they’ve gotten the Ram 1500 design right and shouldn’t mess with it. Perhaps … Read more
You’ll need to look hard to find the next snake
Fyidriving.com has learned that you won’t necessarily be able to check out the next-generation 2013 SRT Viper at just any Chrysler store. The word from on high (in this case … Read more
2012 Dodge Charger SRT8: more power, purpose
Even though the name Dodge Charger heralds a different age, today’s hard-chargers will definitely get a bang out of this muscly car. There’s plenty of room, power and looks, although … Read more
The top ten most powerful American production cars
Americans love powerful cars. More importantly, we love V8 power; sure, maybe 10 cylinders is OK, but only because they sound like a V8. Some people will pay lots for … Read more
Chrysler is thinking about getting a new pickup
There’s apparently plenty of hush-hush discussion at the automaker’s Auburn Hills, Mich. office tower concerning a replacement for the mid-size Dakota pickup that was cashiered following the 2011 model year. … Read more
What do soccer dads drive?
Everyone knows the vehicle most associated with soccer moms is the minivan. It’s the suburban poster child for family lifestyle. However, Mother’s Day is over and Father’s Day is at … Read more
How much is that Viper in the window?
The Barrett-Jackson auctions staged throughout the year offer up some of the wildest and rarest cars for sale, but they also raise substantial money for charity. And that’s exactly how … Read more
2013 Dodge Dart brings Italian panache to American practicality
Austin, Texas – If conventional wisdom is right, Americans are embracing small cars. The compact car segment is the fastest growing segment in the U.S. market, accounting for 15 percent of … Read more
New Dodge Dart will go rallycross racing
Dodge and SRT Motorsports will contest all seven United States rounds in the 2012 Global Rallycross Championship, which is a contest that emphasizes power, speed and impeccable handling. Some judicious … Read more
Best new vehicles for bachelors: a top-10 list
Single guys confused about what they should drive can heave a sigh of relief —we’ve done the noodling and come up with the top 10 best new vehicles for bachelors. … Read more
Dodge Charger now available in super-bad trim
The new Charger Blacktop isn’t a genuine Musclecar; but it may be the future of performance cars. I’ve tested very few cars that are as visually stunning as the new … Read more
2012 Auto Show brightens Detroit’s day
Detroit – If you walked outside during the North American International Auto Show in Detroit, three blocks away the sun was shining off GM’s Renaissance Center’s windows in blazing glory, … Read more
Small rules at this year’s North American International Auto Show
A question occurred to me as I walked the floor at this year’s North American International Auto Show: what does “small” mean? Does it mean economical, environmentally friendly, youthful, efficient … Read more
2012 NAIAS: A bright future ahead
It’s practically a tradition that the North American International Auto Show in Detroit is accompanied by the worst weather of the season. The second week in January in Detroit is … Read more
Bread-and-butter minivan's days numbered?
Sources speak to fyidriving.com in cryptic phrases of a plan by Chrysler to end production of its most popular minivan, the venerable Dodge Grand Caravan, sometime in 2013 and leaving … Read more
Bread-and-butter minivan’s days numbered?
Sources speak to fyidriving.com in cryptic phrases of a plan by Chrysler to end production of its most popular minivan, the venerable Dodge Grand Caravan, sometime in 2013 and leaving … Read more
Fiat van will be badged as Ram
Fyidriving.com hears that the made-in-Turkey Fiat Doblo will be marketed in the United States and Canada beginning in early 2013, and will sport Dodge Ram badging. The move shows how … Read more
2011 Dodge Durango leaves its trucky image behind
One of the best decisions of the current Fiat era at Chrysler was to pair up the Jeep Grand Cherokee and the Dodge … Read more
More attitude for 2012 Dodge Avenger
Getting ready to rumble later this fall, Dodge has rolled out the 2012 Dodge Avenger R/T. This new Detroit muscle car is distinctive, thanks to the new best-in-class 283-hp. V6 … Read more






















