Stellantis previews a Copperhead SRT, a new 'hyper muscle' halo car for Dodge and not a Viper successor, shown as a mock-up to investors; production targeted by 2030 under a five-year plan that also includes the GLH hatch and a revived SRT lineup, with no pricing or launch specifics disclosed and a goal of about 135,000 North American units by 2030.
Stellantis confirms a new Dodge Copperhead SRT as a standalone flagship to carry the Viper legacy, likely powered by a supercharged 6.2-liter Hellcat V8 and built on the STLA Large platform, with a launch expected before 2030 to rival the Ford Mustang GTD.
Dodge previews a refreshed Charger with an SRT variant that features a Superbird‑style rear wing and aggressive aero cues; powertrain details remain unconfirmed, but it will stay gasoline‑powered with hints that a V8 could return while Dodge continues development of the Hurricane inline‑six.
Ram unveils the 2027 Ram 1500 Rumble Bee range, led by the 777-horsepower Rumble SRT with a 3.4-second 0-60 and a 170 mph target, alongside the standard Rumble Bee (5.7L Hemi Eagle, 395 hp), the 392 (6.4L Apache, 470 hp), and the 392 Track Pack. All variants run an 8-speed auto with a Borg-Warner transfer case and front-axle disconnect; the SRT uses an 8HP95, while the others use an 8HP75, with optional asymmetrical LSD on the Track Pack. The lineup rides on wide 22x12 wheels with 325mm tires and Brembo brakes, features a shortened Quad Cab/short bed, and offers premium interior tech. Towing up to 8,890 lb and payload up to 1,160 lb. Pricing isn’t set, but SRT is expected near $102k; the SRT and 392 arrive in early-to-mid 2027, with the rest launching late 2026 as Ram aims to broaden street-truck appeal beyond a single halo model.
Stellantis has appointed Tim Kuniskis as head of North American brands and marketing, and is bringing back the SRT performance division to unify high-performance engineering across its brands, with plans to expand V8 and electric performance models, including the electric Charger Daytona.
Stellantis has officially revived its SRT performance sub-brand, led by Ram CEO Tim Kuniskis, with plans to develop high-performance vehicles that emphasize power, aerodynamics, and handling, possibly returning to muscle cars with V-8 engines. The brand aims to push boundaries on both street and track, with new models expected soon, reflecting a strategic move to reconnect with enthusiasts and boost brand excitement.