The Dodge Viper is a renowned sports car that was produced by Dodge, a division of Chrysler, from 1992 until 2017 with a brief hiatus in 2007. The production took place at the New Mack Assembly Plant in 1991 before moving to the Conner Avenue Assembly Plant in October 1995.
Despite financial challenges, the Viper was reintroduced in 2010 following an announcement by former CEO Sergio Marchionne, with a new model previewed for 2012. Recognized for its American manufacturing, the Viper was ranked number 10 on the "Most American Cars" list in 2014 due to 75% of its parts originating from the U.S.
The Viper offered impressive performance with its 0-60 mph (97 km/h) acceleration ranging from around 3.5 to 4.5 seconds, showcasing its powerful engine and agile handling. Following the production of approximately 32,000 units over 26 years, the Viper was discontinued in 2017, marking the end of its legacy in the sports car industry.
Key Points:
- The Dodge Viper is a sports car manufactured by Dodge under Chrysler from 1992 to 2017, with a production hiatus in 2007.
- Production started at the New Mack Assembly Plant before moving to the Conner Avenue Assembly Plant in 1995.
- Despite financial challenges, the Viper was reintroduced in 2010 with a new model for