Welcome

Like many others in your inbox, we’re circling back after enjoying our holiday vacation and wishing you all a Happy New Year. Don’t tell Larry David that we’re one day past the greeting’s allowed time window.

Here’s what is in store this week:

• A predictable return of Dodge’s V-8

• A $50 million+ car is about to go on sale

• A more reasonably priced mid-life crises

Industry News

The Inevitable Comeback: A V-8 Charger

Dodge looks ready to admit what enthusiasts never stopped believing: the Charger needs a V-8. A V-8 Charger — potentially including the Hellcat — could return by 2027, marking a quiet reversal after Dodge’s EV-first push. It’s less a nostalgic move and more a response to what buyers actually want.

The Charger Daytona EV and inline-six Sixpack may be quick, but they miss the point. The Charger’s identity has always been about sound and presence — something only a Hemi delivers. With V-8 production restarting and the new platform proving it can handle big power, Dodge has a clear opening to own the muscle sedan space again.

If a 700+ horsepower Hellcat Charger does return, it won’t just revive a nameplate — it’ll remind everyone why Dodge still matters in the performance conversation.

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Other News

• NYC Congestion Tolls appear to be having an all around positive effect. Reducing noise complaints, accidents, speeding travel & more. Read More

• Toyota blesses car enthusiast with an all-new V-8 powered hybrid supercar, the Toyota GR GT  Read More

• One of the most expensive and most rare cars are about to go on sale - the only factory white Ferrari 250 GTO.  Read More

• The auto industry was a roller coaster this past year. See what all happened in 2025. Read More

Fast Lane

Quick Entertainment

Take a break to enjoy these interesting clips from this past week:

• Watch: First look of the (electric) Lexus LFA replacement.

• List: Here are the winners and losers for vehicle sales in Q4 2025.

• Look: Best images of 2025 from Car and Driver

Local Listings

Because who doesn’t like looking at cars they shouldn’t (or can’t) buy.

Top Pick of the Week: 2018 Porsche 911 GT3

Price: $215,999 Milage: 11,331
Want a GT3 without buying four other models before it? Consider getting a used one. Better yet, this very clean GT Silver Metallic one with low miles. Contact Dealer→

Other Listings:

• 2008 Audi R8 (Gated Manual) | $84,999 | Ranch & Coast Motorsport

• 2007 Chevrolet Corvette Z06 | $39,500 | Precious Metals Autos

Have a cool car for sale? Email us at [email protected] to get listed.

What’s Happening

Saturday, January 10

• Bonita Cars & Coffee, 6am-9am

• Carlsbad Cars & Coffee, 7am-9am

• Point Loma Cars & Coffee, 7:30am-10am

• Rancho Santa Fe Cars & Coffee, 8am-12pm

• South OC Cars & Coffee, 9am-11am

Sunday, January 11

• Sunday Funday Cars & Coffee, 7:30am-10am

• Escondido Cars & Coffee, 8am-12pm

Have an event coming up? Let us know at [email protected] to be featured!

Final Thoughts

We Want to Hear From You!

Have any recommendations? We’re always looking to improve, if you have any feedback, email us at [email protected]. 

Stay tuned, and keep the spark alive!