Dodge Challenger and Charger will be electric only once its next-generation debuts, ditching the Hemi V8 and V6 engines, the giant American automaker has confirmed.
It comes as some reports are suggesting that Dodge is keeping its Hemi V8 engines for the next iteration of its iconic nameplates.
NEW YORK - APRIL 17: The 2015 Dodge Charger is unveiled during a media preview of the 2014 New York International Auto Show in New York. The show opens with a sneak preview to the public April 18th and runs through April 27th.
Dodge Challenger, Charger
As per the latest story by Inside EVs, several folks have predicted that Dodge would be launching its last fuel-powered vehicle in late 2020, as electric vehicles (EVs) aggressively dominate the auto market these days.
However, Dodge has yet to release the electronic counterparts of its phenomenal offerings, such as the Challenger and Charger.
Inside EVs notes in its report that the duo has been heralded as two of the most popular muscle cars in the United States, thanks to its looks and power.
It offers a distinctly aggressive aesthetic that sets itself apart from other vehicles on the road. And its Hemi V8 engine pushes it to fast speeds without any sweat.
Not to mention that the impeccable design and roaring power come at prices that are not far reachable for most mortals.
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Dodge Challenger, Charger Next-Gen: Electric Only
However, given that Dodge has yet to release an electrified Challenger and Charger, some folks are wondering when the duo will make the switch from fuel to electric.
It is worth noting that the American automaker has already confirmed that it is working on a Ram EV to pit against the current offerings of Ford and Chevrolet, the F-150 Lightning, and Silverado EV, respectively.
And on top of that, Dodge has spilled the beans for its two iconic nameplates.
The confirmation from the automaker comes as a recent report from Motor Trend claims that the next-generation Charger and Challenger will retain the Hemi V8 power, according to a report by Motor1.
NEW YORK - APRIL 17: The 2015 Dodge Challenger is introduced during a media preview of the 2014 New York International Auto Show in New York. The show opens with a sneak preview to the public April 18th and runs through April 27th.
The spokesperson of Dodge straightened the facts, telling Motor1 that "the story is incorrect."
The Dodge representative further notes it means that "the Hemi in that platform [is] going away."
The American automaker has made it official that it is ditching the powerful fuel-powered engines for the Challenger and Charger.
No More Dodge Hemi Engines on Charger, Challenger?
And as such, "the next generation will be BEV," which is essentially a battery-operated all-electric vehicle, the renowned car maker confirms.
So the carmaker did not only dismiss the story claiming that its next-gen Charger and Challenger would still be fuel-powered. It has also been established that the two upcoming vehicles would debut exclusively as EVs.
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