The new Dodge Charger SRT features a wing reminiscent of the Superbird era, and it appears poised for takeoff.

      Render of the Charger SRT's wing at today's Daytona

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      Dodge is aware of how the new Charger has been perceived—so much so that Dodge CEO Matt McLear told The Drive in April that it’s “way too early” to label it a failure or a success. Perhaps.

      However, on Thursday in Detroit, Michigan, immediately after the executive team detailed the automotive giant’s revitalization plan, The Drive was informed that the Charger will undergo a refresh. This seems like an urgent response since the full Charger lineup hasn't even launched yet. We were also shown the Charger SRT, which certainly made an impression.

      All electronics were removed, and photos were prohibited, but here’s what I observed (no touching). It all felt like a blur; bear with me.

      Two Charger models were presented. One was a bright neon green while the other resembled a B5 blue. The neon green variant, likely the SRT, featured amber LED daytime running lights. Unlike the current Charger, the light strip did not extend across the entire front, but rather just on the sides at the bottom of the recessed headlights. The whole headlight area was tinted, creating a menacing appearance complemented by the orange amber LED DRLs. A large front splitter protruded from the bottom of the front bumper, and a substantial hood scoop clearly inhaled air for what is presumably a powerful gasoline engine.

      The highlight of this vehicle? A massive rear wing that resembled something from the era of the Richard Petty Superbird. It rose from the rear, elevated by supports on the sides rather than the center.

      Both Chargers presented featured vertical black vents on their front fenders. The SRT was equipped with wide, diamond-cut wheels. Overall, both vehicles appeared as a progression that adds more character and boldness to the existing design while retaining the current overall aesthetic. I didn’t have a chance to see inside either vehicle or view the rear ends, as we were ushered along in less than a minute.

      What powers the SRT remains entirely unclear, other than the fact it will run on gasoline. It's widely known that many have urged Dodge to incorporate the Hemi V8 into the new Charger. Stellantis CEO Antonio Filosa mentioned to The Drive that the reason the V8 returned to Ram before Dodge is that 40% of truck buyers insist on that option before considering a brand. This suggests that the V8 may make a comeback for Dodge, and it’s difficult to believe he was referring to the Durango since the V8 never left it. The Hellcat-powered Durango has never been discontinued. In March, Dodge CEO Matt McLear told The Drive that the automaker plans to “push the limits” of the Hurricane inline-six. What does that mean? Intriguing.

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