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2015 Challenger SRT Hellcat: Most Powerful Muscle Car Ever

With 707 horsepower and a 10.8-second quarter-mile time, the 2015 Dodge Challenger SRT Hellcat is the most powerful muscle car on the market. Dodge refers to it as a true GT car - a car capable of 10-second times at the drag strip, but also able to take you on a cross-country drive with your family. The key to the Challenger SRT Hellcat's astonishing speed is under the hood - a 6.2-liter supercharged HEMI V-8 engine. This 707-horsepower engine is the most powerful Chrysler Group V-8 ever, and has been finely engineered to ensure performance and reliability. The Hellcat V-8 boasts a forged-steel crankshaft capable of withstanding 110 bar (1,595 PSI) firing pressure, a specially tuned crank damper tested to 13,000 RPM, induction-hardened bearing surfaces, forged-alloy pistons, high-load-capacity bushings, and diamond-like carbon-coated piston pins. Dodge understands that sheer horsepower isn't enough to make a world-class car, so other elements of the Challenger SRT Hellcat have seen similarly high levels of engineering. Power is delivered from the engine to the rear axle via a six-speed manual transmission, or a first-in-class eight-speed automatic transmission with paddle shifters, and from the axle to the ground through 20" lightweight forged-aluminum wheels. When it's time to stop, 15.4" Brembo six-piston front brakes are up to the job. The Challenger SRT Hellcat also comes equipped with electronic features to help keep all that power under control: In addition to a suite of stability and safety features, the Hellcat comes with two key fobs to let the owner control their car's performance (the red one enables full power, the black one limits the Hellcat to a mere 500 horsepower), Dodge's new Drive Modes feature to allow customization of engine, transmission, tire, and chassis performance, and a "Valet Mode" which allows the driver to significantly reduce the engine's performance and lock out the paddle shifters, Drive Modes, and launch control.
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Summer Fun in East Troy

There is always something fun to do in East Troy. Check out this list of upcoming events and come out and support your community! East Troy Farmers Market takes place on Fridays from 3-7pm on the grounds of the Wild Flour Bakery. Pick up some fresh local produce, treats, and free family activities and enjoy some live music. Cheese Fest will be going on June 28th-29th at The Elegant Farmers. Stop by and taste some award winning cheeses with other cheese lovers! Thursday Night on Square is a great time to get out and enjoy some free concerts put on by the East Troy Community Band (June 19, July 3,17,and 31st), The Squeezettes June 26th, Guest Group July 10th, and Swing Nouveau July 24th. 4th of July Celebration - July 3rd-5th includes fireworks, parade and more! Cruise Night at Gus's Drive-In Restaurant - Stop in at Gus's every Saturday evening and check out all of the great cars and grab a burger and shake or dinner for the whole family. Old Fashioned Farm Fair - Stop by The Elegant Farmer on July 19th between 11am-3pm and let the kids play some classic games like clothespin in a bottle or needle in a haystack. Participate in a pie eating contest or just enjoy some fresh local foods such a corn, brats, ice cream and more. Corn & Brat Roast - Grab some grub at the Knights of Columbus Corn & Brat Roast July 25th-27th on the historic Square.

5 Quick Steps Before a Road Trip

Summer is here and it's the perfect time of year to take a road trip. There are so many cool places to go and things to see that can add some special moments to your trip if you choose to drive instead of fly. Before taking a road trip, it's always wise to perform some safety checks on your car. Nothing can spoil a road trip like an unforeseen complication that could have potentially been avoided. Here are 5 easy car safety checks that everyone should do before taking a road trip. 1. Check your fluid levels. The most important fluid to check is your engine oil. It's basically the lifeblood of your engine and is quite easy to check. Under the hood of the car you will find a small dipstick on your engine that should be marked "Oil". To check your oil, make sure you car is cooled off and parked on a level surface. Pull out the dipstick, wipe it clean with a paper towel, put it back in and pull right back out. There is a mark near the end of the dipstick that will show the high and low markings - if it's low, you should bring it in for an oil change or service before taking your trip. Under the hood you will also see some clear containers with different colored fluids - this would include your power steering fluid, brake fluid, and possibly clutch fluid if it's a manual transmission. The containers will have a high and low line on them as well to see where the fluid levels are. You may also want to check your windshield wiper fluid while you're in there. 2. Check the weight load capacity on your car. Inside the door jam of your car, you'll find a few stickers. One of them lists the maximum load capacity for your vehicle - which includes both passengers and cargo. It is important to not overload your vehicle because you could potentially damage your suspension or drive-train not to mention you may also decrease your gas mileage. 3. Check the air pressure in your tires and the tread level. While looking at the stickers on the inside of your door jam, you will also see mention of the recommended tire inflation pressure. You can check the air pressure in your tires using an air pressure gauge and many of the gas station air compressors have these built into them. Making sure you have the correct tire air pressure not only can ensure better gas mileage but you and your passenger's safety. A penny is a great way to measure the tread depth on your tires. If you use a penny, line up the Lincoln Memorial on the back with your tread. If the top of the Memorial is hidden, you have more than enough tread for a long road trip. If you turn the penny around and can see the top of Lincoln's head, you need new tires before taking your trip. 4. Check that you have a spare tire and that it has air in it. Open your trunk and make sure you have a spare tire. It's important to check that it's properly inflated because a flat spare tire is useless and dangerous. You also want to make sure you have the tools available to change your tire like a jack and a lug nut wrench. A flashlight would also be helpful as well as other emergency equipment like a first aid kit. 5. Check the outside of your vehicle - lights, wipers, and windows. It's just as important to check the outside of your vehicle as it is the inside of it. Make sure all lights are working. Check your wiper blades to ensure they're not worn as this could pose a safety hazard during rain. Lastly, check your windows to make sure they're clean to ensure you can see clearly. These 5 easy safety checks can help to ensure a safe road trip. All of these checks are things you can do yourself, but always read your owner's manual and if you have any questions or concerns bring your car in for service. Aside from these tips, some good music and snacks always help to make for a successful road trip. Happy travels!

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