Once upon a time, the Dodge company produced a car that has become truly iconic among car lovers and pop culture fans. This Charger is a so-called muscle car, distinguished by a unique design that was popular in the 1960s and 1970s. They had large displacement and powerful eight-cylinder engines and therefore produced very recognizable sounds that are still loved.

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In 2022, Dodge decided to revive the well-known brand and presented the concept of an electric car that follows the iconic design, but at the same time does not harm the environment. It’s called the Charger Daytona SRT “Banshee” and it’s an all-electric vehicle.

Charger Daytona SRT “Banshee” electric car / Dodge photo

• The company’s press release contains few details about the car’s technical specifications.
• It is only known that the new muscle car is equipped with an 800-volt all-wheel drive branded power plant with 700 horsepower.
• They also provided a transmission system that simulates sharp shocks when shifting gears, as in vehicles with gasoline engines.
• Inside, a curved instrument panel, a multimedia screen and an additional projection screen were installed.

Charger Daytona SRT “Banshee” electric car / Dodge photo

​ ​Charger Daytona SRT “Banshee” electric car / Dodge photo

​ ​Charger Daytona SRT “Banshee” electric car / Dodge photo

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in the body of the car There is a full-fledged acoustic systemits main task is to simulate the sound of an eight-cylinder engine.

According to company representatives, Fratzonic (the name of the system) will be able to produce “exhaust” with a volume of up to 126 decibels. This figure is equivalent to the volume of a Dodge Hellcat and exceeds the threshold where sound can cause painful sensations in unprotected ears.

​ ​Electric Vehicle Charger Daytona SRT “Banshee” / Dodge photo

It will be remembered that Dodge announced earlier that it would cease production of gasoline versions of the Charger and Challenger in 2024. The company announced plans to launch an electric muscle car, but then the announcement was made without elaboration.

The launch of the brand’s first electric car is scheduled for 2024.

​ ​Charger Daytona SRT “Banshee” electric car / Dodge photo