Dodge Challenger Front Splitter

The Dodge Challenger has a rich history, encompassing three distinct generations of vehicles. The name "Challenger" was first introduced in 1959 for a "value version" of the Coronet Silver Challenger but became more famously associated with the muscle car iteration in the early 1970s.

1. First Generation (1970-1974): This model was a pony car built on the Chrysler E platform, available in hardtop and convertible styles. It shared many components with the Plymouth Barracuda, emphasizing performance and style that defined the muscle car era during the early 1970s.
2. Second Generation (1978-1983): This iteration represented a departure from the muscle car legacy, being a badge-engineered version of the Mitsubishi Galant Lambda, also known as the Sapporo. It was a compact coupe aimed at the economy car market, showing a shift in focus for Dodge at the time.
3. Third Generation (2008-present): Reintroduced as a full-size muscle car, this generation emerged as a direct competitor to the modern Ford Mustang and Chevrolet Camaro. Launched in early 2008, it played a significant role in the resurgence of American muscle cars.

In November 2021, Stellantis announced that the 2023 model year would mark the end of the current Challenger, alongside the Dodge Charger, as the brand pivots towards electric vehicles in response to stricter emissions standards set by the EPA. Production of the Challenger concluded on December 22, 2023, with plans to retool the Brampton, Ontario assembly plant for an electrified successor. This transition highlights the automotive industry's shift towards sustainability while reflecting on the Challenger’s legacy in American automotive culture.