The Dodge Hellcat Redeye is not just a car; it’s an untamed beast, delivering an absolutely exhilarating driving experience thanks to its staggering power output. The sheer force on tap is intoxicating, especially as you push the engine to higher revs and get serenaded by the iconic supercharger whine.
Dodge has masterfully engineered the Hellcat Redeye to handle this immense power, equipping it with an SRT-tuned Bilstein three-mode Adaptive Damping Competition suspension. This sophisticated system, combined with massive 305/35ZR20 Pirelli P-Zero performance tires, provides impressive levels of grip. However, it’s still remarkably easy – and undeniably fun – to break traction and unleash tire-spinning fury with just a touch more throttle, a testament to the monstrous torque at your disposal.
Mastering the Mayhem: Electronic Aids for Optimal Performance
The straight-line acceleration of the Dodge Hellcat Redeye is, predictably, mind-blowing. Achieving peak performance boils down to managing traction effectively. To aid drivers in harnessing this power, Dodge has integrated a suite of electronic assistance features, all conveniently accessible through the SRT Performance dashboard.
Launch Control is a key tool, expertly managing tire slip to optimize traction during those crucial initial seconds of acceleration. Complementing this, Launch Assist utilizes advanced sensors to monitor wheel speed, making imperceptible adjustments to engine torque within milliseconds to maintain maximum grip.
Further enhancing acceleration is the SRT Hellcat’s Torque Reserve system. This ingenious system pre-fills the supercharger and precisely manages fuel flow and spark advance to balance RPM and build a substantial reserve of torque, ready to be unleashed the instant you demand it.
Line Lock: Smoke and Spectacle at Your Command
Perhaps one of the most grin-inducing features is Line Lock. This system allows you to independently lock the front brakes by simply depressing the brake pedal and holding the “OK” button on the steering wheel. With the front wheels secured, you can then fully commit your right foot to the accelerator, spinning the rear wheels freely to heat and clean the tires for optimal launch grip.
Engaging Line Lock is not just functional; it’s a spectacle. Witnessing the Charger disappear in a cloud of tire smoke, accompanied by the pungent aroma of burning rubber, is an unforgettable experience. However, a word of caution: deploying Line Lock outside upscale establishments might attract unwanted attention, possibly even in the form of a concerned valet armed with a fire extinguisher!
Engineered to Endure: Advanced Cooling for Extreme Performance
With this level of extreme performance, the SRT engineers have dedicated significant effort to refining the cooling system of the Dodge Hellcat Redeye. Beyond maximizing air intake efficiency, the Redeye boasts the SRT Power Chiller. This innovative system further reduces intake air temperature by utilizing the air conditioning refrigerant to cool the heat exchangers within the supercharger. The result is denser, cooler intake air, leading to improved engine performance and power output.
Furthermore, the Race Cooldown feature ensures continued cooling even after the engine is switched off. By keeping the engine’s cooling fan and coolant pumps running, Race Cooldown effectively lowers supercharger temperature, a parameter that can be conveniently monitored on the SRT Performance pages within the Uconnect touchscreen. This proactive cooling management is crucial for maintaining consistent performance during demanding driving sessions.
