Stellantis Media Site Mopar® to Offer a Wide Variety of Accessories and Performance Parts for the All-new 2009 Dodge Challenger                                                Contact:                                                             Bryan                         Zvibleman                                                                                                                                                                                   Mopar® to Offer a Wide Variety of Accessories and Performance Parts for the All-new 2009 Dodge Challenger                                                                                                                                                           March 18, 2008,                                                                                                                      New York                                                       -                                               To meet the increased demand for vehicle customization, Mopar® will offer a wide variety of accessories and performance parts for interior and exterior appearance as well as power enhancements for the all-new 2009 Dodge Challenger. Mopar’s accessories and performance parts feature precise fit and finish and are designed and engineered to meet all of Chrysler LLC’s original equipment corrosion protection specifications and durability standards.“Whether our customers want to transform the exterior or interior of their all-new 2009 Dodge Challenger or give it a horsepower kick, Mopar’s Accessories and Performance Parts allow them to make a singular, personal statement to the world,” said Simon Boag, President – Mopar/Global Service and Parts, Chrysler LLC.Following are significant Mopar Accessories and Performance Parts for the all-new 2009 Dodge Challenger:Authentic Dodge Accessories from MoparExterior    Ram air hood: Replacement aluminum hood features historically inspired scoop that pays respect to Dodge heritage    Rear spoiler: Molded for strength, good looks and designed exclusively to match Dodge Challenger’s sporty appearance    20-inch “heritage” wheel: Forged-aluminum five-spoke wheel with classic styling and polished bright clear coat    18-inch cast wheels: Five-spoke retro design with bright machined spokes and black-painted pockets    Challenger graphics packages: Heritage-inspired designs constructed of production-quality material    Deluxe splash guards (front and rear): Molded to Dodge Challenger’s contours for a custom fit to provide excellent lower-body protection    Rear park distance sensors: Sensor technology sends ultrasonic waves at 40,000 times-per-second to detect obstacles behind Dodge Challenger and alert driver to objects    Vehicle cover: Constructed of premium material with custom fit for the vehicle’s contour with double-stitched seams, includes convenient storage bag with Dodge Challenger logoInterior and Electrical    “T-grip” automatic shift handle: Molded for an ergonomic fit. Features bright chrome finish and Mopar logo    Bright pedal kit (automatic transmission only): Finely crafted from polished stainless steel and designed to fit production pedals    Custom center stack and console: Replacement appliqués finished in two unique colors — Inferno Red and Deep Water Blue    Door sill kit: Adds a touch of brushed stainless steel while protecting interior sills from scratches. Embossed with Dodge Challenger logo    Premium floor mats: Constructed from 24-ounce luxury carpet and color coordinated to Dodge Challenger’s interior — features a stitched Dodge Challenger logo    KICKER® audio upgrades: Exclusive audio upgrades from the world’s premier high-performance car audio manufacturer    iPod integration kit: Allows iPod integration with the vehicle’s audio system    Garmin Nuvi Portable Navigation System: Helps identify the best route using the industry leader’s portable navigation system    Premium trunk mat: Constructed from 24-ounce luxury carpet and matches the trunk floor profile. Features stitched Dodge Challenger logoMopar Performance Parts    Functional ram air-intake system: Creates ram air effect at speeds of 40-plus miles-per-hour by integrating Mopar hood and Mopar cold-air intake system    Cold-air intake system: Provides noticeable horsepower and torque gains by routing cool air through a directional cone filter into intake manifold    Low-restriction air filter: Direct replacement for the factory-installed filter. Offers high-flow/low-restriction to improve throttle response, filtration and horsepower    Rear-exit/low-restriction Cat-back Exhaust System: Features reflective sound cancellation (RSC) no-drone technology, 2.75-inch, 304-liter stainless steel mandrel bent tubing, stainless clamps and polished 4-inch pro-series exhaust    Long-tube exhaust headers (automatic transmission only): Add estimated 14–17 horsepower gain    Coil-over suspension kit: Allows up to 1.625-inch ride-height drop    Stage I performance springs: Reduce ride height 1-inch for that low, custom look. For owners who desire a sporty yet comfortable ride    Strut tower brace: Reduces body flex in the front end. Improves handling and drivability    Forged crankshaft for 5.7-liter HEMI® and 6.1-liter HEMI: High-strength premium quality 4104 forged-steel crankshafts deliver outstanding performance gains    5.7-liter HEMI and 6.1-liter HEMI street camshafts: Designed, developed, dyno- and track-tested for increased power and rpm    CNC-ported 5.7-liter HEMI and 6.1-liter HEMI cylinder heads: Bolt-on cylinder heads designed to optimize flow while maintaining optimum port velocity    Performance gauges: Utilize reverse lighting technology to radiate intense, blue LED through the dial. Provides at-a-glance readings day or nightSeventy Years of MoparWhen Chrysler bought Dodge in 1928, the need for a dedicated parts manufacturer, supplier and distribution system to support the growing enterprise led to the formation of the Chrysler Motor Parts Corporation (CMPC) in 1929.Mopar (a simple contraction of the words MOtor and PARts) was trademarked for a line of antifreeze products in 1937. It was also widely used as a moniker for the CMPC. The Mopar brand made its mark in the 1960s — the muscle car era. The Chrysler Corporation built race-ready Dodge and Plymouth “package cars” equipped with special high-performance parts. Mopar carried a line of “Special Parts” for super stock drag racers and developed its racing parts division, which was called Mopar Performance Parts, to enhance speed and handling for both road and racing use.Today, Chrysler LLC’s Global Service & Parts division is responsible for the manufacturing and distribution of nearly 250,000 authentic Mopar replacement parts, components and accessories for Chrysler, Jeep® and Dodge vehicles sold around the world. To assure quality, reliability and durability, all Mopar parts and accessories are designed in strict adherence to Chrysler engineering standards.