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New Direct Connection-Licensed Dodge Charger Scat Pack Nose Certified for ABC-Sanctioned Late Model Competition

Dodge Charger Scat Pack Nose from Direct Connection-licensee Five Star Racecar Bodies certified for Approved Body Configuration (ABC)-sanctioned Late Model competition
Charger front fascia and rear fascia graphics kits are also available for Late Model racers
Both the nose and rear graphics feature the look of the new SIXPACK-powered Dodge Charger, including a graphic version of the Fratzog logo, the new symbol of Dodge next-generation vehicles
Dodge Charger Scat Pack Nose and Charger front and rear fascia graphics kits will be on display at the Performance Racing Industry (PRI) Show in Indianapolis
The Dodge Charger Nose, constructed with Five Star’s ultra-durable, high-impact proprietary plastic blend, was approved by ABC following extensive wind tunnel testing
Other recent Direct Connection initiatives inspired by the new Dodge Charger include the new 2026 Dodge Charger Hustle Stuff Drag Pak by Direct Connection, bringing the heritage-inspired look and feel of the all-new Charger to grassroots NHRA Factory Stock Showdown drag racing
Dodge Charger Scat Pack Nose and front and rear fascia graphics kits will be available for Late Model racing teams to order beginning on January 1, 2026

The all-new Dodge Charger Scat Pack Nose, produced by Direct Connection licensee Five Star Racecar Bodies, is now officially certified for 2026 Approved Body Configuration (ABC)-sanctioned Late Model competition.

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Second New Manufacturer Emerges As Contender To Join NASCAR With Dodge Eyeing Return

by MikeFebruary 27, 2025

by Nick Geddes, ON3

Dodge is eyeing a return to the NASCAR Truck Series as soon as the 2026 season and according to Adam Stern of Sports Business Journal, another manufacturer could also be on the way in the future. (more…)

RACE REWIND: 2000 NASCAR Dodge Dealers 200 at Lime Rock

by Lou ModestinoFebruary 10, 2025February 10, 2025

Thanks to YouTube Channel Classic Northeast Auto Racing, we’ve stumbled upon this excellent recording of the 2000 NASCAR Dodge Dealers 200 at LRP. & While the racing is phenomenal, the ad breaks provide entertainment in and of themselves. Do you think I can still cash in on 4 tires for $99? (more…)

NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series News & Notes – Off Weekend

by MikeJune 8, 2023

Grant Enfinger wins over-time thriller at World Wide Technology Raceway

After leading a race-high 65 laps, GMS Racing’s Grant Enfinger won his second race of the 2023 NASCAR CRAFTSMAN Truck Series season at World Wide Technology Raceway. This was Enfinger’s ninth victory in 162 CRAFTSMAN Truck Series races and his first win at the 1.25-mile oval.

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NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series News & Notes – Charlotte Motor Speedway

by MikeMay 25, 2023

After pulling away from the field on an overtime restart, Kyle Larson became the first driver to win a NASCAR-sanctioned race at revitalized North Wilkesboro in 27 years and the third different winner in the NASCAR CRAFTSMAN Truck Series at the legendary track; joining Mike Bliss (1995) and Mark Martin (1996).

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Ben Dodge Named Grand Marshal of 51st Annual NAPA Spring Sizzler at Stafford Motor Speedway

by Lou ModestinoApril 21, 2023

(Stafford Springs, CT)—Stafford Speedway has announced that long-time announcer Ben Dodge has been named as the grand marshal of the 51^st Annual NAPA Spring Sizzler®. Dodge has been part of the Team Stafford family for over 50 years and will send the 33-car starting field on its way with the most famous words in motorsports, ‘Drivers Start Your Engines.’

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Tony Stewart Racing Partners with Dodge SRT and Mopar in NHRA

by MikeJanuary 14, 2022January 14, 2022

BROWNSBURG, Ind. (Jan. 14, 2022) – Tony Stewart Racing (TSR) begins its inaugural season in the NHRA Camping World Drag Racing Series with Dodge, SRT, and Mopar powering its two-car lineup for Top Fuel driver Leah Pruett and Funny Car pilot Matt Hagan.

In addition to being the manufacturer for TSR, Dodge//SRT and Mopar will be the anchor partners for Pruett and Hagan. Their nitro-fueled machines will have primary branding from Dodge Power Brokers and Direct Connection.

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Barrett-Jackson Fantasy Bid Presented by Dodge Launches for 2022 Scottsdale Auction

by MikeJanuary 4, 2022

SCOTTSDALE, Ariz. ‒ January 3, 2022 – Barrett-Jackson, The World’s Greatest Collector Car Auctions, is revving up the excitement for their 50th anniversary celebration during the 2022 Scottsdale Auction, January 22-30 at WestWorld of Scottsdale, with the return of the popular Barrett-Jackson Fantasy Bid presented by Dodge. New to the game this year will be a yearlong grand prize winner who will take home an all-new 2022 Dodge Challenger. Prizes will also be awarded to individual auction winners from each of Barrett-Jackson’s four annual auctions. (more…)

SEMA 2021: Top Dodge Builds

by MikeNovember 24, 2021

AmericanTrucks’ (AT) Justin Dugan reports live from SEMA in this week’s episode from AT’s YouTube video series! To showcase the craziest RAM’s of 2021, Justin takes us around the floor of SEMA to show us his favorite builds displayed at the event. (more…)

Dodge Returning to NASCAR?

by Lou ModestinoNovember 15, 2021

Rumors from the NASCAR garage that Dodge is eyeing a return to the sport are picking up steam heading into the offseason. NASCAR President Steve Phelps did little to dispel the chatter with some eyebrow-raising comments at his press conference last weekend in Phoenix. (more…)