ROUSH PERFORMANCE: THERE'S AN APP FOR THAT - AUTOLINE AFTER HOURS 307

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Autoline After Hours episode 307 features a deep dive into the ROUSH Stage 3 Mustang, with insights from ROUSH Performance VP of Marketing, Don Manfredi, and Chief Engineer, Justin Schroeder. The Stage 3 Mustang is presented as ROUSH's premier package, boasting significant upgrades over a stock GT, including extensive body and handling modifications, and most notably, a supercharger system that delivers 670 horsepower and 545 lb-ft of torque. A key highlight is ROUSH's unique active exhaust system, controllable via an iPhone/iPad app, allowing users to customize sound profiles for different driving scenarios, a feature lauded for its innovation and market exclusivity. The discussion also touches upon ROUSH's manufacturing processes, emphasizing their OEM-like quality control and in-house capabilities. While the Stage 3 Mustang is positioned as a high-performance, custom vehicle, its MSRP of around $69,000 is discussed in comparison to competitors like the Hellcat, with ROUSH arguing for its superior power-to-weight ratio and overall value. The segment also briefly explores ROUSH's broader business scope, including work with other OEMs and their involvement in various industries.