New Direct Connection-licensed Dodge Charger Scat Pack Nose Certified for ABC-sanctioned Late Model Competition

Rhea-AI Summary

Stellantis (NYSE: STLA) announced the Direct Connection-licensed Dodge Charger Scat Pack Nose produced by Five Star Racecar Bodies is certified for ABC-sanctioned 2026 Late Model competition following extensive wind tunnel testing.

The nose and matching front/rear fascia graphics kits replicate the new SIXPACK-powered Charger styling and Fratzog logo, will be shown at the PRI Show in Indianapolis, and will be available to Late Model teams to order beginning January 1, 2026. The nose uses Five Star's high-impact proprietary plastic blend and ships in four colors with bumpers, bracing and accessories available; pricing and orders are at fivestarbodies.com.

Positive

• ABC certification for 2026 Late Model competition
• Available to order starting January 1, 2026
• Constructed with Five Star's high-impact proprietary plastic and sold in four colors

Negative

• None.

Key Figures

Horsepower 670 horsepower Dodge Charger Daytona Scat Pack performance specification

Horsepower 550 horsepower 2026 Dodge Charger Scat Pack with 3.0L Twin Turbo SIXPACK H.O. engine

Engine size 3.0L Twin Turbo SIXPACK H.O. engine displacement for Charger Scat Pack

Horsepower 710 horsepower Dodge Durango SRT Hellcat gas engine output

Announcements 25 announcements in 18 months Ram brand product launch cadence linked to NASCAR Truck Series return

Availability date January 1, 2026 Order start date for Charger Scat Pack Nose and fascia graphics kits

Break from NASCAR Truck 13-year break Ram brand hiatus before 2026 NASCAR CRAFTSMAN Truck Series return

Support hotline (800) 998-1110 Direct Connection technical and race support contact number

Market Reality Check

$12.12 Last Close

Volume Volume 11,733,638 is slightly below the 12,724,286 20-day average (relative volume 0.92). normal

Technical Price $12.12 is trading above the $10.24 200-day MA, reflecting an established upward trend before this announcement.

Peers on Argus

STLA was up 3.77% pre-news, while peers were mixed: F +2.52%, HMC +1.09%, but EV-focused names LI, XPEV, RIVN were down. The pattern points more to STLA- and product-specific strength than a unified auto-sector move.

Historical Context

Date	Event	Sentiment	Move	Catalyst
Dec 10	Product accolade	Positive	+3.8%	SIXPACK-powered Dodge Charger Scat Pack named TopGear.com U.S. Car of the Year.
Dec 09	AV partnership	Positive	-2.2%	Non-binding partnership with Bolt on large-scale Level 4 driverless deployment.
Dec 08	Brand collaboration	Neutral	-0.9%	One-of-a-kind Britto-designed Fiat Topolino unveiled during Art Week Miami.
Dec 05	Employee share plan	Positive	+1.8%	Shares to Win employee purchase plan reached 22 million shares since 2023 launch.
Dec 04	Marketing campaign	Neutral	+3.3%	Mopar promoted holiday gift assortment and accessories with seasonal offers.

Pattern Detected

Recent Dodge- and brand-focused news, especially around the new SIXPACK-powered Charger and performance branding, often coincided with positive share reactions, while broader strategic partnerships have shown more mixed responses.

Recent Company History

Over the past week, Stellantis released a series of brand and product announcements. A Dodge SIXPACK-powered Charger award on Dec 10 coincided with a 3.77% gain, while a driverless mobility MoU with Bolt on Dec 9 saw shares fall 2.18%. Lifestyle and marketing items, such as the Fiat Topolino art collaboration and Mopar holiday campaign, produced modest moves. The Shares to Win employee plan on Nov 25 aligned with a positive reaction. Today’s racing-focused Dodge news fits the pattern of performance-brand communication supporting sentiment.

Market Pulse Summary

This announcement highlights Stellantis’ Dodge brand deepening its performance image via an ABC-certified Charger Scat Pack Nose and related graphics for Late Model racing, plus links to NHRA and future NASCAR Truck Series involvement. Recent news has emphasized the SIXPACK-powered Charger and broader brand initiatives. Investors may watch how such motorsports integration supports Charger awareness alongside other product milestones and whether subsequent updates resemble prior Dodge news that aligned with a 3.77% move.

Key Terms

approved body configuration (abc) technical

"certified for 2026 Approved Body Configuration (ABC)-sanctioned Late Model competition"

An approved body configuration (ABC) is the exact set of parts, features and manufacturing details of a regulated product that a government or certifying agency has formally approved for sale. Think of it as the official recipe a regulator has signed off on. For investors, ABCs matter because they define what version of a product can legally be marketed, affect production changes, product liability and revenue potential, and can limit how quickly a company can update or expand its offerings.

downforce technical

"meets balance, drag and downforce requirements for competitive racing"

Downforce is the downward pressure on a security’s price or on a market created by factors that encourage selling or reduce buying interest. Think of it like a strong wind pushing a kite toward the ground: news, weak earnings, rising interest rates or increased supply can pull prices lower, and investors watch downforce because it signals higher risk of further declines and can change trading or portfolio decisions.

internal combustion engine technical

"new SIXPACK-powered, internal combustion engine Dodge Charger"

A device that creates motion by burning fuel inside cylinders, turning the energy from small controlled explosions into mechanical force that drives wheels or machinery—think of it as a piston-driven muscle that converts fuel into movement. Investors care because its prevalence and efficiency shape demand for fuels, vehicle and parts makers, maintenance services, and emissions regulation exposure; changes in technology, fuel prices or rules can shift profits across entire industries.

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AUBURN HILLS, Mich., Dec. 11, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- 

• Dodge Charger Scat Pack Nose from Direct Connection-licensee Five Star Racecar Bodies certified for Approved Body Configuration (ABC)-sanctioned Late Model competition
• Charger front fascia and rear fascia graphics kits are also available for Late Model racers
• Both the nose and rear graphics feature the look of the new SIXPACK-powered Dodge Charger, including a graphic version of the Fratzog logo, the new symbol of Dodge next-generation vehicles
• Dodge Charger Scat Pack Nose and Charger front and rear fascia graphics kits will be on display at the Performance Racing Industry (PRI) Show in Indianapolis
• The Dodge Charger Nose, constructed with Five Star's ultra-durable, high-impact proprietary plastic blend, was approved by ABC following extensive wind tunnel testing
• Other recent Direct Connection initiatives inspired by the new Dodge Charger include the new 2026 Dodge Charger Hustle Stuff Drag Pak by Direct Connection, bringing the heritage-inspired look and feel of the all-new Charger to grassroots NHRA Factory Stock Showdown drag racing
• Dodge Charger Scat Pack Nose and front and rear fascia graphics kits will be available for Late Model racing teams to order beginning on January 1, 2026

The all-new Dodge Charger Scat Pack Nose, produced by Direct Connection licensee Five Star Racecar Bodies, is now officially certified for 2026 Approved Body Configuration (ABC)-sanctioned Late Model competition.

The Direct Connection-licensed Dodge Charger Nose, designed to evoke the aggressive front fascia of the all-new SIXPACK-powered Dodge Charger Scat Pack, as well as new Charger front and rear fascia graphics kits, will be on display starting today in the Five Star Racecars Bodies booth at the Performance Racing Industry (PRI) Show in Indianapolis. The nose, as well as the front and rear graphics kits, feature the look of the new Charger, including a graphic version of the Fratzog logo, the new symbol of Dodge next-generation vehicles. 

"Direct Connection, working with licensee Five Star Racecar Bodies, is continuing to bring the presence of the all-new Dodge Charger to the racetrack with a new Charger Scat Pack Nose, and Charger front and rear graphics kits for grassroots Late Model racers," said Kevin Kidd, motorsports competition director for Stellantis American Brands. "Whether it's the track, strip or street, Direct Connection is the source for go-fast, high-performance parts."

Direct Connection is the official source for high-performance products for Dodge, Jeep® and Ram brand vehicles. Direct Connection performance parts are now included within the newly reestablished Street and Racing Technology (SRT) Performance division, which is also responsible for SRT high-performance models and American brand motorsports initiatives, including Dodge competition in NHRA and the Ram brand's recently announced plans to return to the NASCAR Truck Series in 2026.

The approval of the Dodge Charger Scat Pack Nose by ABC Late Model sanctioning organization encompassed a rigorous evaluation process that included an extensive series of wind tunnel tests. The new nose meets balance, drag and downforce requirements for competitive racing. Built with Five Star's high-impact proprietary plastic blend, the nose offers easy installation and repeatable fit of replacement parts and is available in four colors: white, black blue and red. A complete line of bumpers, bracing and accessories are available for quick, secure mounting.

"After months of detailed analysis, data review and controlled wind tunnel comparisons, the next-gen Dodge Charger Nose has demonstrated full compliance with the parity standards outlined in Appendix A," said Marty Melo, chairperson of the ABC committee. "We are confident this nose will integrate seamlessly into competition while preserving the competitive balance essential to the integrity of the sport."

The new Charger Body Nose for Late Model competition is just the latest Direct Connection initiative in support of grassroots racers to be inspired by the new SIXPACK-powered, internal combustion engine Dodge Charger.

The new 2026 Dodge Charger Hustle Stuff Drag Pak by Direct Connection recently debuted at the NHRA Las Vegas event in October, bringing the heritage-inspired look and feel of the all-new Charger to NHRA Factory Stock Showdown drag racing. A Dodge Charger Junior Roadster body, a half-scale version of a full-size NHRA Funny Car body with a design also inspired by the new SIXPACK Dodge Charger, was introduced at the Dodge brand's Roadkill Nights event in 2024.

The ABC Committee's approval also demonstrates a new chapter of Stellantis involvement in motorsports. In addition to debuting the new Charger Body Nose for Late Model competition, Ram brand announced in June its return to NASCAR competition in the 2026 NASCAR CRAFTSMAN Truck Series campaign, with multiple entries set to debut at Daytona in February. Ram returns to the NASCAR CRAFTSMAN Truck Series after a 13-year break, as part of a powerful product launch cadence — 25 announcements in 18 months.

The Dodge Charger Nose and Charger front and rear graphics kits from Direct Connection licensee Five Star Racecar Bodies will be available for Late Model racing teams beginning on January 1, 2026. Pricing and ordering information are available at www.fivestarbodies.com.

Direct Connection
The Direct Connection portfolio, available online and through the dealer network, includes modern performance, crate engine, race and vintage muscle high-performance products for Dodge, Jeep and Ram performance vehicles, offering factory street, strip and track performance parts developed by SRT engineers and backed by a Mopar® warranty for peace of mind.

Performance enthusiasts and racers can access the Direct Connection hotline at (800) 998-1110 for technical and race support. More information on Direct Connection is available at DCPerformance.com.

Dodge
For 111 years, the Dodge brand has carried on the spirit of brothers John and Horace Dodge. Their influence continues today as Dodge, America's performance brand, shifts into high gear with a lineup that delivers unrivaled performance in each of its segments.

The new, next-generation Dodge Charger multi-energy lineup is led by the 670-horsepower Dodge Charger Daytona Scat Pack – the world's quickest and most powerful muscle car. For 2026, the all-new 550-horsepower Dodge Charger Scat Pack, powered by the 3.0L Twin Turbo SIXPACK H.O. engine, expands the Charger lineup, powered by the most powerful Hurricane engine in production.

Dodge also keeps its foot on the pedal as a pure performance brand with the 710-horsepower Dodge Durango SRT Hellcat, the most powerful gas engine SUV ever, and best-in-class standard performance in the compact-utility vehicle segment with the Dodge Hornet.

Dodge is part of the portfolio of brands offered by leading global automaker and mobility provider Stellantis. For more information regarding Stellantis (NYSE: STLA), please visit www.stellantis.com.

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Twitter: www.twitter.com/dodge and @StellantisNA
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FAQ

What did Stellantis announce about the Dodge Charger Nose (STLA) on December 11, 2025?

Stellantis announced the Direct Connection-licensed Dodge Charger Scat Pack Nose by Five Star is certified for ABC 2026 Late Model competition.

When can Late Model teams order the Dodge Charger Scat Pack Nose (STLA)?

The nose and front/rear graphics kits will be available to order beginning January 1, 2026 from fivestarbodies.com.

Why did ABC approve the Dodge Charger Scat Pack Nose for Late Model racing (STLA)?

ABC approval followed a rigorous evaluation including an extensive series of wind tunnel tests meeting balance, drag and downforce requirements.

What materials and options are offered for the certified Dodge Charger Nose (STLA)?

The nose is built with Five Star's high-impact proprietary plastic blend, offers repeatable fit, and is available in white, black, blue and red.

Where and when was the Dodge Charger Nose displayed (STLA)?

The nose and graphics kits were displayed at the Performance Racing Industry (PRI) Show in Indianapolis starting December 11, 2025.

Who produces and sells the Direct Connection Dodge Charger Scat Pack Nose (STLA)?

The nose is produced by Direct Connection licensee Five Star Racecar Bodies and ordering/pricing information is on fivestarbodies.com.