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Dodge muscle cars limited to 3 horsepower by new security system
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Dodge is launching a new security system for its V8-powered muscle cars that requires a code to be entered into the infotainment system to run the engine above idle. The feature is aimed at preventing thefts accomplished by stealing the codes from remote keyfobs.
The idea is to foil the growing number of thefts that are being accomplished by spoofing remote keyfobs with intercept devices that steal their codes, or when owners simply leave them in or near their cars. The high-power Challengers and Chargers are common targets for thieves. A few have even been stolen straight from the factory parking lot. The cars can still be started and driven without the second-level security entered, but the 675 rpm restriction limits them to 2.8 hp and 22 lb-ft of torque, which is slightly less than the 485-807 hp and 475-707 lb-ft the engines are capable of.More Related News