Everything Electric: Dodge To Build American eMuscle Car by 2024
Plus the week’s electric vehicle news and debuts from Audi, Bentley and more.
It wasn’t long ago that the idea of an electric muscle car seemed implausible. But as hybrid and EV technology evolved, so did the power and performance. And Dodge has announced that they plan to use all the oomph in developing an eMuscle car. Other top stories of the week include a major win for Ford, and new cars and concepts from Audi and Bentley.
American Muscle Redefined
Dodge made a surprising announcement for Stellantis’ EV Day 2021. The house of Hellcat and Mopar is going green. Well, sort of. They will launch an electric muscle car in 2024, currently named “eMuscle.”
“Performance made us do it,” says Dodge in a new teaser video. And while they are wisely keeping the details on the down low, it looks to be an electric variant of the Challenger. But given the presence of the old-school Fratzog logo, it is clear that Dodge is determined to incorporate the attitude and performance of their muscle car heritage.
It is a powerful and effective way to introduce the eMuscle while staying true to Dodge’s character. Stating “We will not sell electric cars, we will sell American eMuscle.”
e-Tron GT an Electric Dream
Audi has opened the books on orders for the 2022 e-Tron GT. The all-new 2022 Audi e-Tron GT is a high-performance electric grand tourer that can sprint 0-60 mph in 3.1 seconds. But it doesn’t forgo the luxury and comfort. Featuring a sleek long, low, and wide form, the e-Tron GT stands out as Audi’s fully electric halo. With an EPA-estimated range of 238 miles on the e-Tron GT, and 232 miles on the 637 horsepower RS e-Tron GT – the fast-charging car can be ordered and specced online.
Hybrid Hedonism
Bentley Motors has introduced the new Flying Spur Hybrid. Using an innovative third powertrain the Flying Spur Hybrid establishes a family of Bentley hybrids for the first time. Emphasizing Bentley’s commitment to deliver sustainable luxury mobiles.
The 2.9-litre V6 petrol engine and advanced electric motor turns out combined power of 536 hp (544 PS) and 750 Nm (553 lb-.ft). It offers a total driving range of over 435 miles. With high power reserves, a lot of torque, and quick throttle response; the latest hybrid model gives the Flying Spur the ability to go from 0 to 60 mph in 4.1 seconds.
Authentic Bentley character rolls of the Spur hybrid in an excess of of effortless, refined luxury and power.
Ford Sales Through the Roof
Ford recently reported that the company’s electrified vehicle sales went up 117 percent in June. Mustang Mach-E sales increased 27 percent from May to June. Electric and hybrid sales also helped bring up sales across the entire lineup, including Lincoln.
Big sales and excellent vehicles demonstrates that when it comes to EVs “if you build it, they will come.”
Photos: Dodge/Stellantis; Audi; Bentley; Ford