Episode 5 of Discover Stellantis continues the focus on North America’s iconic brands, shifting from the heritage explored in Episode 4 to the innovation shaping their future.
This episode bridges the past and the future, highlighting how the Ram, Jeep®, Chrysler and Dodge teams are reimagining capability, electrification, accessibility and performance for the journeys ahead.
This focus on our North American brands demonstrates how real customer needs, engineering creativity, and a commitment to continuous improvement drive breakthrough innovations, from electrified off-road capabilities to segment-leading accessibility solutions.
The episode begins with Ram, where engineers study how customers use their trucks – on job sites, on trails and in recreational settings – and use these insights to develop new solutions. The brand’s range-extended electric vehicle technology is highlighted as a major step forward, designed to eliminate range anxiety and deliver more miles than a typical gasoline-powered engine while redefining what electric capability can mean for truck owners.
The Jeep brand team shares how innovation starts by listening to the Jeep community. The Jeep Recon reimagines the iconic boxy Jeep Wrangler silhouette with a rugged, refined interior and an electrified powertrain, blending heritage with forward-looking capability. It reflects how Jeep, which celebrates its 85th anniversary this year, continues to evolve while staying true to its foundations.
The Chrysler story centers on innovation with humanity at the core. Mike Powers, Director of Sales Operations for Chrysler, shares his personal experience searching for a wheelchair‑accessible vehicle for his daughter and finding limited options – until exploring the Pacifica’s capabilities. The team developed a handicap-accessible Pacifica that delivers mobility and independence for families who need it most. Chrysler’s creativity also shines through the Grizzly Peak concept, an overlanding‑inspired Pacifica that demonstrates how familiar nameplates can be reimagined in unexpected ways.
Dodge designers highlight how the brand continues to evolve while remaining unmistakably Dodge. The latest SIXPACK-powered Dodge Charger carries forward classic muscle car proportions – a long front end and wide body stance – and driver-focused features like a pistol-grip shifter and flat-top steering wheel. With all-wheel drive, rear-wheel drive and the ability to send 100% of power to the rear, the newest iteration delivers the performance customers expect, now with more power and improved fuel economy.
Across all brands, there is a shared philosophy of listening to customers, understanding their needs, and innovating with purpose. Whether inspired by off-road enthusiasts, truck owners, families seeking accessibility or drivers who want unmistakable performance, employees reflect the creativity and passion that continue to shape Stellantis’ North American brands.
