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Dodge has announced that it will be simplifying the 2016 Dodge Dart lineup, reducing the number of models to three in order to satisfy small-car consumers who want performance as well as an affordable starting price, without compromising on features or style. There will be available appearance packages for those drivers who want a little sense of flair to their rides, too.

New 2016 @Dodge #Dart lineup: Style and performance simplified. Value boosted. https://t.co/V6aRURurSX pic.twitter.com/6RysZAJAPN

— FCA-North America (@FiatChrysler_NA) April 11, 2016

When it comes to delivering performance, technology, and value, no other full-size truck lineup does it better than Ram brand. That's what Popular Mechanics magazine asserted when it awarded the intrepid automaker with its Automotive Excellence Award in recognition of the Ram 1500, Ram 2500, and Ram 3500 models...

Ram : POPULAR MECHANICS AWARDS 2016 RAM TRUCK LINE FOR AUTOMOTIVE EXCELLENCE HONOR https://t.co/ldiPRDAWSW

— Newspress USA (@NewspressUSA) April 13, 2016

Earlier this month, Ram Truck Brand announced the introduction of a new factory 4x4 off-road package that brings many essential upgrades to the rugged and powerful Ram 2500. Nearly 35 percent of owners take their pickup trucks off-road for both work and play. The Ram 2500 4x4 Off-road Package delivers greater confidence away from the safety of the asphalt...

Get your first look at the 2017 Ram 2500 4x4 Off-Road Package! https://t.co/xDBc530p6M

— Four Wheeler Mag (@fwmag) February 11, 2016

AutoGuide.com got us thinking with a recent article: "What if Automakers Were Musicians?" Each automotive brand has its own unique personality that helps shoppers identify with them and ultimately snag the cars they've been dreaming about. When it comes to Dodge, we at Galeana's Van Dyke Dodge have to confirm that 'Murica and Bruce Springsteen just about sum it up. Check out the full article in the link below.

The Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade marks the kickoff of the holiday season. Watched by approximately 50 million television viewers across the nation and 3.5 million spectators in New York City itself, the parade features giant balloons, dancing and singing acts and more.

RAM will this year have approximately 70 trucks and vans in the iconic event. Some will pull floats and some will assist behind the scenes, transporting parade supplies along the route.

If you're a fan of horsepower, you can appreciate the strong heritage behind every Dodge vehicle. As this new advertisement from Dodge asserts, they've had quite the exciting history, and they think the Dodge brothers would be proud of what has become of their maverick company. We can’t help but agree, but they would probably serve up a different kind of donut at the dealerships.

Here at Galeana's Van Dyke Dodge, we're proud to be a part of a company with such a legendary history of muscle, and we love being able to offer monsters…

The Woodward Dream Cruise was held this past Saturday in Detroit, Michigan. The annual event is named after Woodward Avenue, roadway notable for an extensive racing and automotive history. It is the world's largest one-day automotive event and attracts nearly 1.5 million people! Of course, Dodge was on hand, and it looks like they had a great time. Check out the following tweet from @Dodge, and be sure to follow them on Twitter for the latest updates.

Dodge Rocked Woodward! Don't believe us, here's the proof. pic.twitter.com/luNZLOg7DK

— Dodge (@Dodge) August 16, 2015

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It's Thursday, our favorite day of the week. More specifically, it's Throwback Thursday, a day when we get to take a minute and look back on the past. While cruising the various social media platforms for the perfect TBT content, we came across this gem on YouTube, and new we had to share. Enjoy a bit of nostalgia with this ad for the 1989 Dodge Cummins Turbo Diesel.

Times have certainly changed, but Ram's commitment to offering superior "work hard, play