Unfortunately, the sixth generation Camaro will not be around for much longer. General Motors has ordered the production shutdown for the Cabriolet in November 2023 and for the coupe sibling in December. Stellantis has also ceased manufacturing the 2023 Dodge Challenger and Charger in December. However, there is some good news for European fans as Stellantis has promised to bring some ‘Last Call’ special editions of these models across the Atlantic Ocean to Europe.
The Challenger, Charger, and Camaro are becoming increasingly rare in Europe compared to the Ford Mustang and will soon become obsolete. Chevrolet has not mentioned anything about a potential successor for the iconic Camaro, and Dodge has not given any hints about whether the upcoming all-new Charger two-door fastback coupe will be available in Europe in its fresh Daytona guise.
Therefore, it is important to cherish the moments when these American pony and muscle cars make an appearance in Europe. The Drag Car 4K channel on YouTube, for example, always showcases the beloved tradition of quarter-mile drag racing on the Old Continent. In their latest feature, they highlight a crimson Dodge Challenger SRT Hellcat with a powerful 6.2-liter supercharged V8 as it prepares to go head-to-head with a regional representative of the sports car sector.
The race begins with a massive burnout from the Challenger, warming up the rear tires for optimal traction on the unprepped surface of an airport’s takeoff and landing strip. Its opponent, a Mercedes-AMG GT R with a bi-turbo 4.0-liter V8 engine, appears unfazed and ready for the challenge. Despite Mopar cars often struggling in the initial leg of races, the Challenger’s driver executes a flawless launch and takes an early lead. However, the lighter and smaller Mercedes-AMG GT quickly catches up and secures a comfortable victory with a time of 11.886s compared to the Challenger’s 12.126s. Although the SRT may have been defeated, it still looked impressive during the race. Additionally, the sound produced by both V8 engines is a delight for any car enthusiast.