WHY CHRYSLER DIDN'T DO A 300 HELLCAT, SHELBY GT500 GONE AND OTHER NEWS! WEEKLY UPDATE

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This weekly news update covers several significant automotive developments. A key discussion point is why Chrysler opted not to produce a Hellcat-powered 300, with sources citing engine supply limitations and the need for extensive modifications. The review highlights the 300C's 6.4L Hemi V8 as a respectable send-off, though the absence of a Hellcat version remains a point of contention. The update also details Dodge's "Last Call" special editions, including the "Black Ghost" Challenger, and the surprising early discontinuation of the Shelby GT500 for 2023, with its return slated for 2025. The Mercedes-AMG C63 S E Performance's complex plug-in hybrid four-cylinder powertrain is analyzed, with questions raised about its limited electric range. Other news includes the refreshed Alpina XB7, rumors of a V8 twin-turbo for the Lamborghini Huracan successor, the next-gen Acura NSX going electric, and potential discontinuation of the BMW X4 and Volkswagen Arteon. Finally, the extensive GM and Hertz partnership for 175,000 EVs is discussed, with potential implications for rental customers and EV infrastructure.