Larry H. Miller Dodge Ram Avondale | Over 5 Million Pentastar V6 Engines Produced

In May, Fiat Chrysler Automobiles celebrated a huge milestone. They announced that they’ve produced over 5 million Pentastar V6 engines since introducing it in 2011.

The popular Pentastar V6 engine is available in 3.0, 3.2 and 3.6-liters. These three different sizes power 14 different vehicles from Ram, Jeep, Dodge and Chrysler. According to Left Lane News, the most common is the 3.6-liter Pentastar V6 engine, and it powers vehicles such as the Chrysler 200 and Ram 1500.

Left Lane News also states that the 3.3-liter engine is found in vehicles such as the Jeep Cherokee in the United States. The 3.0-liter Pentastar V6 engine powers Jeep Wranglers and Grand Cherokees in the China market.

To shop for vehicles with the impressive Pentastar V6 engine, stop by our dealership located at 10101 W. Papago Freeway, Avondale, AZ. You can also check out our inventory online at http://www.avondaledodge.com/.

Sources: Performance and Drive, Left Lane News

Image Source: Left Lane News

The 2015 Dodge Dart: An Exhilarating Drive

The 2015 Dodge Dart is captivating, tech-savvy and powerful.  The exterior can be explained in one word: sleek. The vehicle comes in nine different colors, features projector headlamps, boasts a signature split-crosshair grille and a rounded hood.

In regards to the cars technology, Dodge themselves said it best, “Your inner geek will high five you.” The 2015 Dodge Dart has the latest technology available such as Uconnect, real-time updates, voice command, navigation, SirusXM satellite radio, WiFi and keyless entry.

The 2015 Dodge Dart is also powerful. It boasts a 2.0LTigershark engine, 160 horsepower and 148 lb-ft of torque. The vehicle also comes with a six-speed manual transmission, or a six-speed automatic transmission.

If you’re in the market for a vehicle that will provide an exhilarating drive, check out our 2015 Dodge Dart inventory online: http://bit.ly/1LOengZ, or stop by our lot located at 10101 W. Papago Freeway Avondale, AZ 85323.

Larry H. Miller Dodge RAM Avondale - Fourth of July Celebration

Our annual 4th of July Celebration will be here before you know it! Larry H. Miller Dodge RAM Avondale is sponsoring the City of Tolleson 4th of July Celebration! 

Join us on July 4th for a day of activities at Veterans Park! There will be live music, water slides, food vendors, and pie eating contests! There will also be a Fireworks Show at 9:00pm!

The list of activities is below:

Activities Schedule:
4:00 - 4:45 P.M.      The Fabulous Decades
4:45 - 5:00 P.M.      DJ
5:00 - 6:00 P.M.      The Fabulous Decades
6:00 - 6:30 P.M.      Hot Dog Eating Contest
6:30 - 7:00 P.M.      DJ
7:00 P.M.                Watermelon
7:00 - 7:45 P.M.      Str8Up
8:00 - 8:15 P.M.      Apple Pie Eating Contest
8:15 - 9:00 P.M.      Str8Up
9:00 - 9:30 P.M.      Fireworks Show

The All American Apple Pie Eating Contest will take place at the celebration. Registration is limited to the first 10 applications received and prizes include $100, $50, and $25. 

The Hot Dog Eating Contest will take place at the celebration. Registration is limited to the first 10 applications received and prizes include $100, $50, and $25.

To register for the Apple Pie and Hot Dog Eating Contest, please click HERE. We look forward to seeing you on the 4th of July! If you have any questions regarding this event, please contact:

Ruth Espinoza
623-936-2754
respinoza@tollesonaz.org

Vehicle Highlight: History of the Dodge Challenger

When it comes to the Dodge Challenger, it's a toss up between the new and improved present-day Dodge Challenger vs. the classic Challenger.

The first generation of Dodge Challengers came out from 1970-1974. This vehicle was introduced as a Pony car which is an affordable, compact, and sporty-looking vehicle. It is also one of the most popular and ferocious muscle cars out there. In 1970, there were more than 84,000 of the first generation Dodge Challenger's sold. 

From 1978-1983, the second Dodge Challenger was created. The second generation was not as popular as the first generation and was considered to be too similar to the Japanese Mitsubishi. Sales of the Dodge Challenger for the second generation were between 12,000-14,000 units per year. This is nothing like the success of the first generation. 

The third generation Challengers are from 2008-current. In 2008, the Dodge Challenger SRT8 was revealed at the Chicago Auto Show. The third generation consists of the 5.7L Hemi Engine, 375 horsepower, 410 Pound feet/Torque, 5 speed automatic, and 25-27 miles per gallon. 

This type of Challenger is modeled after the first generation. It is a very hot buy in the current market because it looks like the 70's style, but still modern with technology, comfort, and style. The first and     third generation Challengers both contain the same grille, belt line, roof line and headlights but the new Challenger is bulkier and taller than the first generation. 

What generation is your favorite?

Here at Larry H. Miller Dodge Ram Avondale we provide a wide selection of Dodge Challengers. 

Check out our 2014 selection HERE

Check out our 2013 selection HERE

Images and content courtesy of: 

http://www.edmunds.com/dodge/challenger/history.html

http://cars.findthebest.com/l/4985/2014-Dodge-Challenger-R-T-Plus

http://media.chrysler.com/newsrelease.do;jsessionid=0290573B8F274F02A0BF54E5314E6930?&id=7768

http://cars.findthebest.com/l/4984/2014-Dodge-Challenger-R-T

http://www.musclecarclub.com/musclecars/dodge-challenger/dodge-challenger-history.shtml

http://shopping.automaxok.com/oklahoma-city-showroom/2014-dodge-showroom/2014-dodge-challenger-photos/

Evolution of the Dodge Charger

The introduction of the Dodge Charger started back in 1966. 

According to Edmunds.com, "The original Charger was handsome from most angles and awkward from some — the roof and deck lid looked overly massive from directly behind. But the body was aerodynamically stable and relatively slick. The Charger was not an instant hit, with Dodge selling just 37,344 examples during the inaugural season — and only 468 of them had the Hemi. But it established a unique presence in the market as a premium muscle machine. "

The 1967 Dodge Charger ("Second Generation") was used in the 1969 TV show "Dukes of Hazzard." The famous "Lee 1" (the charger that jumped over the police cruiser in the first episode) was sold at auction for $121,000 (Autoblog.com).

As time went by and technology advanced, the Dodge Charger played a role in other movies and television shows such as:

 Fast and Furious  

The Twilight Zone

Vega$

Smallville

Semi-Pro

Grand Theft Auto

Gone in 60 Seconds

Starsky and Hutch

Mission: Impossible 

Emergency!

Jumping forward to the 2014 Dodge Charger, it has gone through a massive makeover since 1966. There are trims such as SE, SXT and SXT Plus which allow a customer to have more freedom in customizing their vehicle. The different trims focus on combined needs and wants.

   

"The 2014 Dodge Charger SE, SXT and SXT Plus models feature the lightweight, 292 horsepower

3.6-liter Pentastar V-6 aluminum engine for up to 31 mpg highway (with eight-speed transmission). With Rallye, Blacktop or Redline packages, the V-6 adds a cold air induction system generating 300 horsepower and 31 mpg. With the legendary 5.7-liter Hemi V-8, the Dodge Charger R/T, R/T Plus, R/T Road & Track and R/T Max, deliver 370 horsepower and up to 25 mpg on the highway with innovative four-cylinder mode Fuel Saver Technology. The Dodge Charger can be ordered with rear-wheel or all-wheel drive configurations." - Chicago Auto Show 

     

The video below gives you an inside look at the different models and styles of the 1966-2012 Dodge Charger. 

Video credit: Hotrodracer41

Come visit Larry H. Miller Dodge Ram Avondale today and view our selection of Dodge Chargers!

10101 W. Papago Freeway Avondale, AZ

888-450-0592

 

Click to view the 2014 Dodge Charger

Click to view the 2013 Dodge Charger

Click to view the 2011 Dodge Charger