Dodge Exec Details 100th Anniversary Package for Charger and Challenger

Dodge will launch two limited edition models in the first quarter of 2014 dedicated to the 100th anniversary of the brand. The 100th Anniversary Dodge Charger and Challenger sport similar style, technology and features, as well as retro design details.

Unveiled at the 2013 Los Angeles Auto Show, the two models are presented in an official video with Jenna Kirkpatrick, Dodge Brand Manager doing the talking.

The two cars feature unique elements including the new “High Octane” red pearl coat paint, all-new 20-inch aluminum wheels, commemorative badging, unique key fob and a special limited-edition owner’s kit and commemorative book that celebrates 100 years of Dodge heritage.

Scroll down to see what other features are offered on the two limited edition Dodge models from the video filmed at the LA Auto Show.

By Dan Mihalascu

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Chrysler Recalling 2013MY 300, Charger and Ram 1500 Over 8-Speed Transmission Fracture Fears

A number of all-wheel drive Chrysler Group cars, including the Chrysler 300, Dodge Charger and Ram 1500 equipped with a V6 engine and the 8-speed ZF 8HP45 automatic transmissions are being recalled because the company has detected that the transmission output shaft may fracture.

"Output shafts installed in some model-year 2013 vehicles were shaped using a two-stage forging method employed during early production," said the automaker in a statement. "The resulting components may be subject to fracture in rare circumstances."

Chrysler explained that, while it is unaware of any associated injuries or accidents, the transmission output shaft fracture could result in a loss of power on the move, and allow the car to roll when placed in 'Park' if the parking brake is not applied before exiting the vehicle.

The company said it has addressed the issue on newer transmission by replacing the two-stage forging method with a single-stage forging process.

As for the affected models, including 4,194 cars in the U.S., 1,424 in Canada and 45 outside the NAFTA region, the automaker will inspect and replace the transmissions, as necessary, free of charge, with the recall to begin in in January 2014.

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