Critical Shifts:
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Major Vehicle Unveiling: Dodge is revealing its most powerful SIXPACK-powered Charger yet during the event's press preview at M1 Concourse.
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Expanded Dual-Venue Racing: Racing opportunities have doubled, featuring street-legal drag racing on Woodward Avenue alongside a first-ever road course track shootout inside M1 Concourse.
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Star-Studded Fan Experience: Fans can connect with NHRA legends (Tony Stewart, Leah Pruett), NASCAR Truck Series drivers, and Roadkill hosts Mike Finnegan and David Freiburger.
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Flexible Access & Streaming: Tickets start at $25 with free entry for children under 12 and Stellantis employees, while remote fans can watch via a live stream on Saturday, August 8.
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Dodge will reveal its most powerful SIXPACK-powered Dodge Charger yet during the MotorTrend Presents Roadkill Nights Powered by Dodge press preview at M1 Concourse in Pontiac, Mich., setting up an action-packed Saturday performance festival that brings street-legal drag racing back to Metro Detroit’s legendary Woodward Avenue, giving Dodge NHRA and Ram NASCAR CRAFTSMAN Truck Series fans new ways to connect with their favorite racers.
“Every year, Roadkill Nights gives us the chance to turn up the volume on Woodward Avenue with something bigger, louder and faster, and this year, Dodge is raising the bar again,” said Matt McAlear, Dodge CEO. “We’re about to reveal the most powerful SIXPACK-powered Charger we’ve ever built, then spend the next day shoulder to shoulder with the enthusiasts who live and breathe Dodge performance. If you love muscle cars, horsepower and the culture that surrounds them, Roadkill Nights is exactly where you want to be.”
For the first time, the high-octane event will feature two live racing venues: street-legal drag racing on Woodward, including the Direct Connection Grudge Match in SIXPACK-powered Dodge Chargers, as well as a first-ever road course track shootout for cash and prizes on a new closed course inside M1 Concourse, effectively doubling race opportunities.
Tickets and registration for the Cruise-In, Track Shootout and other octane-fueled fan experiences at MotorTrend Presents Roadkill Nights Powered by Dodge are available, with tickets starting at $25 with the choice of a variety of ticket packages. Stellantis employees who present a valid Stellantis ID badge at the gate receive free admission and may bring one guest at no additional charge. Children 12 and under also receive free admission.
The lineup of newly announced attractions and events for Roadkill Nights includes:
- Dodge NHRA Racer Fan Meet ‘n Greet featuring Dodge NHRA team owner and racing legend Tony Stewart, Tony Stewart Racing drivers Leah Pruett and Matt Hagan and Top Fuel drag racer Ida Zetterstrom.
- Ram NASCAR CRAFTSMAN Truck racers Corey Lajoie, Brenden Queen and Justin Haley will also meet fans and sign autographs at the Ram display from 1 p.m. to 2 p.m. on Saturday, with the popular Ram “Bucking HEMI®” ride and Ram trucks also featured at the exhibit
- Mike Finnegan and David Freiburger are heading to Roadkill. Finnegan will bring iconic Roadkill builds, including the famed Rotsun, Stubby Bob and a soon-to-be-revealed vehicle, and will also take to the track for a best-of-three showdown, racing Rotsun against Street Outlaws star Jeff Lutz in the legendary Roadkill Monza. Freiburger will join two-time Grudge Match Race winner Morgan Evans on the livestream, beginning at 2 p.m. ET, providing expert race commentary. Fans who purchase the Ultimate VIP Riser ticket package will also have the chance to meet both Roadkill hosts.
Fans unable to attend in person can still follow the action on Woodward. A livestream covering street-legal drag racing and event highlights will be available on Saturday, August 8 at YouTube.com/MotorTrend.
