Download Print Dodge Challenger GT Flexes Its All-wheel-drive Muscle Playing in the Snow in New ‘Russia’ TV Ad Thirty-second spot showcases the performance, power and all-weather capability of the world’s first and only all-wheel-drive (AWD) muscle coupe, arriving in dealerships nationwide the first quarter of 2017 "Russia," set to a legendary soundtrack, debuts this week with Twitter takeover and hashtag #HowToOwnTheSeason Dodge Challenger GT joins AWD Charger to complete Dodge lineup of all-wheel-drive muscle cars delivering unparalleled year-round performance December 13, 2016 , Auburn Hills, Mich. - Winter driving has never been this much fun as Dodge proves in its first ad for the new Dodge Challenger GT, America’s first and only all-wheel-drive muscle coupe. “Russia,” a 30-second spot that debuts this week, showcases how Dodge Challenger enthusiasts can now have the confidence to drive their muscle cars all year round, no matter the weather conditions. It was shot on location in Alaska where the Challenger GT was put to the test on snowy, icy and winding roads. “The winter driving capability of the new Challenger GT had to be shown in a way that only Dodge can do," said Olivier Francois, Chief Marketing Officer, FCA – Global. "Bringing together the power and performance of the world’s first all-wheel-drive muscle coupe, a daunting Alaskan landscape and an adrenaline-filled soundtrack is what makes this ad so special.” “With its iconic muscle car design, 305 horsepower and all-wheel-drive capability, the new Dodge Challenger GT is now the most exciting all-weather daily driver – even if you live in Alaska,” said Tim Kuniskis, Head of Passenger Cars – Dodge, SRT, Chrysler and FIAT, FCA – North America. “With the Challenger GT joining the Dodge Charger AWD, Dodge offers the only cars that combine that visceral muscle car attitude without sacrificing practicality and all-weather security.” Dodge will be conducting a takeover on Twitter on Dec. 13 to showcase how the Challenger GT owns the winter season. The brand will take to the social airwaves using #HowToOwnTheSeason to showcase the all-weather capability of the muscle coupe and to encourage users to share what it is that they do to “own the holiday season.” The spot can also be seen on the brand’s YouTube, Facebook, Twitter and Instagram pages. In addition, “Russia” begins airing this week on broadcast and cable TV, including NBC’s “Dateline” (Dec. 16) and CBS NFL football (Dec. 18). The ad also runs in enthusiast programming, such as Discovery Channel’s “Fast N’ Loud” and “Vegas Rat Rods;” Velocity’s “Custom Cars” and “Boy Toys;” and BBC America’s “Top Gear.” "Russia" Description In keeping with the Dodge brand persona of being “loud,” both literally and figuratively, “Russia” plays off the fact that there is a part of Alaska where you can almost see Russia. Set to a legendary soundtrack, the Dodge Challenger GT flexes its performance car muscle as it cuts through a breathtaking landscape of snow- and ice-covered roads and curving mountainous terrain. The spot was shot on location in Alaska to authentically capture the performance, power and all-weather capability of America’s first AWD muscle coupe in what, up until now, were less than ideal muscle car conditions. With trademark Dodge irreverence, the Kevin Yon voiceover says, “There’s a place in America where you can almost see Russia … which means there’s a place in Russia where you can definitely HEAR America.” The spot closes with the brand’s tagline “Domestic. Not Domesticated.” “Russia” was created in partnership with full-service advertising agency Doner. Dodge For 112 years, the Dodge brand has carried on the spirit of brothers John and Horace Dodge. Today, that legacy roars louder than ever in the next-generation lineup of Dodge, America’s performance brand. The next-gen Dodge Charger multi-energy lineup features: the 550-horsepower Dodge Charger Scat Pack, powered by the 3.0L Twin Turbo SIXPACK high-output (H.O.) engine — the most powerful Hurricane engine in production the SIXPACK-powered standard-output (S.O.) 420-horsepower Dodge Charger R/T with standard all-wheel drive and the highest entry-level horsepower of any muscle car the world’s quickest and most powerful muscle car in the all-electric 670-horsepower Dodge Charger Daytona Scat Pack Every Charger comes standard with all-wheel drive and offers two-door coupe or four-door sedan configurations — because with performance comes choice. The Dodge lineup is also fueled by the fastest American gas-powered SUV ever, the 710-horsepower Dodge Durango SRT Hellcat, powered by the legendary supercharged HEMI V-8 engine, now available in all 50 states. The new Durango SRT Hellcat Jailbreak breaks free from convention with the three-row SUV, unlocking more than 13 million potential customization combinations. The 360-horsepower 5.7-liter Durango GT HEMI AWD remains the most affordable AWD V-8 in the industry. 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. Follow Dodge//SRT and company news and video on: Company blog: http://blog.stellantisnorthamerica.com Media website: http://media.stellantisnorthamerica.com Dodge brand: www.dodge.com Direct Connection: www.DCPerformance.com DodgeGarage: www.dodgegarage.com Facebook: www.facebook.com/dodge Instagram: www.instagram.com/dodgeofficial Twitter: www.twitter.com/dodge and @StellantisNA YouTube: www.youtube.com/dodge, https://www.youtube.com/StellantisNA