SOAR NWA takes Attendees to New Heights
The inaugural high-flying event has a little something for everyone in attendance! The thrill-seeker will enjoy the opportunity to partake in helicopter rides, tethered balloon rides and even skydiving. Prefer to keep two feet on the ground? SOAR has a kid-zone for the young ones, a beer garden for those looking to beat the heat and a car show for a glimpse into NWA’s hottest rides. The event will finish off the day with a balloon-glow show that promises to mesmerize the entire crowd. You don’t want to miss it!
SOAR NWA will be held at Drake Field Airport in Fayetteville, Arkansas on August 24. SOAR will start early at 8 a.m. and end late in the evening at 10 p.m. Tickets are just $10 to get into this exciting event, but be sure to buy your tickets ahead of time. The preferred payment for additional activities is by cash, so be sure to pack accordingly (alternatively, you’ll have access to an ATM at the Air Museum).
In town for the weekend? Once you’ve turned in your ticket, you’ll receive a hand-stamp which will allow you to hop in and out of the festivities as often as you’d like. Fayetteville has plenty of delicious restaurants and fun, local spots to explore so don’t be afraid to come and go as you please.
For a comprehensive schedule and to purchase tickets, head on over to SOAR’s website. Need a new ride to get you and your family over to SOAR and more fun NWA events? The 2019 Chrysler Pacifica is the safest and most luxurious minivan on the market right now. We’d love to have you stop by McLarty Daniel Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram FIAT of Springdale and take one for a test drive today! You’ll see just how many amenities this van offers, all while keeping you and your passengers safe. We hope to see you soon at McLarty Daniel Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram FIAT of Springdale!
Apollo 11 Splashdown Celebration
the USS Hornet, in Alameda, California, to test out the 2020 Jeep Gladiator and 2019 Wrangler on a custom-built
obstacle course. This event comes just a week after the 50th Anniversary of Apollo 11’s splashdown upon re-entering
Earth’s atmosphere. The USS Hornet was there to retrieve the crew of Apollo 11 from the Pacifica Ocean back in 1969
and performed the same service for the crew of Apollo 12. The USS Hornet also participated in the three most
important WWII battles in the Pacific theater.Jeep has seen plenty of action on the military front, providing American armed forces with the 1944 Willys MB and
1951 M38 Navy Jeep, both of which were available for viewing on the USS Hornet. The USS Hornet Sea, Air and Space
Museum also had Jeep concept cars like the Jeep JK 75th Salute, JK Staff Car, JK Sarge J8, T1, JK Crew Chief and JK
JT available for consumers to view on the historic vessel’s deck.
The custom-built obstacle course was designed to highlight Jeep’s long history of performance. Features that tested
the 2020 Gladiator and 2019 Wrangler’s traction, capability, body strength, agility and were implemented in the
course. The 2019 Wrangler was named MotorTrend’s SUV of the Year and the 2020 Gladiator is Jeep’s return to the
mid-size pickup market.
We love seeing Jeep honor our veterans and support America’s armed forces. Here at McLarty Daniel Chrysler Dodge
Jeep Ram FIAT of Springdale, we can personally attest to Jeep’s claims of top-of-the-line traction, capability, body
strength, agility and performance. Interested in the wildly powerful 2020 Gladiator or a 2019 ‘SUV of the Year’ Jeep
Wrangler? We’re dedicated to bringing you the best selection of Jeeps and would love to help you get behind the
wheel of a Gladiator or Wrangler today! Give us a call, fill out our contact form
or use the map on the right to find directions and pay us a visit in person. We hope to earn your business here
at McLarty Daniel Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram FIAT of Springdale!
Your 2020 Jeep Gladiator Off-Road Survival Kit
time to plan another fun-filled adventure, and what better vehicle to do it in than the 2020 Jeep Gladiator? Whether
you’re going camping along the Buffalo or roaming trails unknown, the Gladiator is more than ready to handle the
rugged obstacles that Northwest Arkansas has to throw your way. Let’s take a look at some must-have items in your
off-road survival kit!
First off, water. Life’s most vital element is water and if you find yourself flat out of water, LifeStraw would be there to save the day. A Platypus Gravity bag never hurts to have either. Simply
store up to eight liters of water in the bag, hang it up and let gravity do the rest. Seriously, you don’t want to
be caught without water.
While the 2020 Jeep Gladiator is built for off-road performance, sometimes human error can diminish the off-road
vehicle’s performance. Let’s say you stop to camp for the night. You’ve got your tent set up, rain fly on just in
case and hot dogs roaring on the fire. But, you forgot to turn off your car’s lights. Whoops. You’re going to need a
jump or a new battery to get the Gladiator running again, but never fear, Uncharted Supply Company’s “Zeus” Battery is strong enough to revive even the
largest trucks. It even has USB outlets in the event of a dead phone or GPS. Definitely a must-have for an extended
outdoor excursion.
You can never plan for all of the random scrapes, bruises and, needless to say, plenty of bug bites along the way.
A reliable first-aid kit is essential to every off-road adventure. Hey, it never hurts to be safe than sorry. You
can pick up a starter safety-kit at just about every drug-store or supermarket, but if you’re looking for something
a little more all-encompassing, check out the Sportsman 400. This kit
is sure to patch up everything from the smallest of scrapes to splinting the most-painful of sprains.
There’s plenty of optional gear for any adventure, allowing you to mix-and-match your gear to fit your level of
expertise. We know that you’ll be blown away by the Gladiator’s performance and would love to help you get behind
the wheel of Jeep’s mid-size truck! Here at McLarty Daniel Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram FIAT in Springdale, we’re
committed to bringing you the best selection of Jeep Northwest Arkansas has to offer. Gladiators are in high-demand
right now, but we’re more than ready to help you order one of these bad boys or keep you updated when we have more
on our lot. Go ahead and fill out our contact form and we’ll keep you in the
loop. Northwest Arkansas, we hope to earn your business here at McLarty Daniel Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram FIAT in
Springdale!
Hidden Trio of Waterfalls You Must Visit in NWA
One waterfall not enough? Hop on the Ozarks Highlands Trail that runs through the Haw Creek Falls recreational area and follow the creek upstream toward Pack Rat Falls. You won’t have to walk too far to see this gorgeous waterfall, another short 0.25-mile walk, but you’ll be more than happy you ventured this far. The 24-foot cascading waterfall commands attention and makes for a beautiful scene amidst the lush, green Arkansas pines.
More waterfalls? We’ve got you covered. Backtrack down to the Haw Creek Falls rec area and cross Arkansas HWY 123 and continue along the right side of the creek for another quarter mile. You’ll find yourself enchanted by Pam’s Grotto, surrounded by bluffs and a towering 37-foot waterfall. This might be the most beautiful of the three waterfalls in the area. Snap a couple of pictures and soak it all in before trekking back to Haw Creek Falls campground. Need to cool off? Hop in Haw Creek Fall’s swimming hole and relax a bit before calling it a day.
Even though you’re in the forest, be sure to bring sunscreen and plenty of water! Haw Creek Falls is worth a day-trip and is easy enough for the whole family to hike and enjoy. Looking for a new ride to help you get out and explore the natural state? Here at McLarty Daniel Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram FIAT of Springdale, we’ve got a fantastic selection of off-road-ready Jeeps. The 2019 Jeep Compass will have you planning out your next trip for months to come! Give us a call, fill out our contact form, or use the map located on the right to visit us in person and set up a test drive today! We hope to earn your business at McLarty Daniel Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram FIAT of Springdale!
Dodge to release 2020 Charger Widebody
horsepower and 650 lb.-ft. of torque provided by the 6.2 HEMI Hellcat V-8 engine made the Charger the most powerful
sedan on the streets. Now, Dodge is revamping its 2020 Charger lineup with the addition of the 2020 Charger SRT
Hellcat WIdebody. The Widebody exterior will also be available on the Charger Scat Pack line.
The 2020 Dodge Charger SRT Hellcat and Scat Pack Widebodies will have you feeling like a racer, thanks to a top
speed of 196 mph. The redesigned front and rear fascia with integrated fender flares ramp up the already aggressive
Charger design and add 3.5 inches of width over the wheel arches. The Widebody Package brings 20-inch by 11-inch
Pirelli 305/35ZR20 tires into the mix. Consumers will also enjoy the Brembo six-piston front calipers with two-piece
front brake rotors option on their Charger Widebody. Bilstein three-mode adaptive damping will blend seamlessly with
the Widebody’s upgrades to deliver you maximum performance behind the wheel.
Electric power steering and standard SRT Drive Modes can be controlled with the Charger Widebody’s 8.4-inch
Uconnect touchscreen. Control horsepower, transmission shift points, steering, paddle shifting, traction and
suspension settings with the simplest of ease. Race Cooldown, Line Lock, Launch Control and Launch Assist all come
standard for the 2020 Charger Widebody.
Make sure your interior is as dynamic as the Widebody’s exterior with the available Carbon and Suede interior
package. An SRT Hellcat instrument panel badge spices up your Widebody with black and red interior touches. Black,
Black/Caramel, Black/Demonic Red, Black/Houndstooth, Black/Ruby Red and Black/Sepia are all available as interior
colors for the 2020 Widebody. Choose the look that fits your lifestyle with available F8 Green, Frostbite, Go Mango,
Granite Crystal, Hellraisin, IndiGo Blue, Octane Red, Pitch Black, Sinnamon Stick, TorRed, Triple Nickel and White
Knuckle color options.
Like what you see? The 2020 Charger SRT Hellcat and Scat Pack Widebody are coming in hot and we know that you’re
going to love driving this one. Want to stay updated on the release schedule? We’re eagerly awaiting the 2020
Charger Widebodies here at McLarty Daniel Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram FIAT in Springdale. We’d love to have you fill out
our contact form and we’ll keep you updated as we learn more. This is one ride you just don’t want to miss out on!
FIAT announces Urbana Edition for the 500X
The 2019 500X boasts an all-new, standard-equipped 1.3-liter direct-injection turbocharged engine with Stop-Start Technology and MultiAir III valve actuation. The Urbana reaps the benefits of this engine, generating 177 horsepower and best-in-class 210lb.-ft. of torque. The standard AWD will have you owning the road, no matter the terrain.
With over 70 safety and security features, the 2019 Fiat 500X will have you driving safer than ever before. Extend the range of your 500X’s safety with the available Advanced Driver Assistance Group, featuring automatic high-beam headlamps, Blind-spot Monitoring and Rear Cross Path detection systems, Full-speed Forward Collision Warning-Plus, LaneSense Lane Departure Warning-Plus, rain-sensing windshield wipers and adaptive cruise control. Trick out your view with the available Dual-pane panoramic sunroof, perfect for highway drives while cranking tunes on the Beats premium audio system.
The Urbana Edition will be available for purchase on all FIAT 500X Trekking trims. Available in Grigio Graphite, Vibrante Green, Bianco Gelato and Nero Cinema, you’ll be turning heads left and right behind the wheel of a 2019 FIAT 500X Urbana Edition.
We couldn’t be more excited for the 2019 FIAT 500X Trekking grade to get such a stellar package! If you want to stay in the loop as the Urbana Edition makes its way onto our lot, take a second to fill out our contact form and we’ll keep in touch. To drop by for a visit, you can refer to the map on the right for directions to our lot. We’d love to have you stop by at McLarty Daniel CDJRF in Springdale!
2019 Fiat 500L nabs Best Economic Performance Award
Best Economic Performance award, in the wagon class,
by the Automotive Science Group earlier this week. Thanks to its lightweight
architecture, the Fiat 500L maximizes operational efficiency. This is the second year that the Fiat 500L has
received this prestigious award.
The 1.4L MultiAir Turbo engine boasts a six-speed automatic transmission. With 160
horsepower, the Fiat 500L shows that size doesn’t matter with its 184 pound-feet of torque. Even at low engine
speed, the Fiat 500L packs a punch and ensures that you’re driving with rapid acceleration and nimble passing. Did
we mention that the 1.4L MultiAir Turbo engine gets up to 30 highway mpg and has a driving range of 396 miles on a
full tank?
Even with a lightweight chassis, the Fiat 500L maintains incredible safety
standards across all grades. Features like Parkview Rear Backup Camera, Electronic Stability Control and ParkSense
Rear Park Assist, keep you driving confident, without sacrificing performance.
Turn things up to 11 with the Fiat 500L’s Beats Audio Premium Sound System for all
your high-definition music needs. With Apple CarPlay, Sirius XM and Android Auto, the Fiat 500L will have
you bumping every summer jam imaginable. A 7-inch touchscreen display offers navigation and messaging with ease.
Consumers can set up their Uconnect 4 smartphone integration to control their features with voice commands
alongside the touchscreen display.
Store those bags for a weekend getaway with the Fiat 500L’s spacious 22.4 cubic
feet of trunk space or 68 cubic feet of cargo space with the back row folded. Customize your storage with over 50
different seating and storage configurations for you to explore. With cloth and leather trims, consumers can
customize their seating in a multitude of options. Don’t think twice about headroom and legroom, thanks to the
Fiat 500L’s roomy interior.
It’s pretty obvious why the 2019 Fiat 500L is ranked Best Economic Performance by
the Automotive Science Group. It’s also the lowest priced wagon included in their category. See what all the talk
is about and stop by for a test drive today! To learn more about the selection of Fiat models at McLarty Daniel
Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram Fiat of Springdale, fill out one of our contact forms
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Fiat debuts new 2019 124 Spider Urbana Edition
Introduced at the 2019 New York International Auto Show, the 2019 Fiat 124 Spider Urbana Edition is a $995 option on top of the $25,190 starting price of the 2019 Fiat 124 Spider, which still leaves the 124 Spider the most affordable sports roadster in its class.
“With the most powerful four-cylinder turbo engine in its class, our Italian-designed Fiat 124 Spider offers an authentic top-down roadster experience with fun-to-drive dynamics,” said Steve Beahm, Head of Passenger Car Brands – Dodge, SRT, Chrysler and FIAT, FCA – North America. “The new Urbana Edition offers a head-turning, custom appearance for the Fiat 124 Spider.”
Building on the foundation of the 2019 Fiat 124 Spider Classica model trim, the 2019 Fiat 124 Spider Urbana Edition features an exterior scheme to Carpe Noctem, with a Piano Black color, with 17-inch aluminum wheels in Fiat’s signature Black Diamond finish, mounted with performance tires. Similar black exterior accents round out the package, including gloss black front pillar bar bezels, seat-back pillars and mirror caps. Out back, one of the rare spots on bling on the 2019 Fiat 124 Spider Urbana Edition are the twin exhaust tips in bright chrome. Front fog lamps both enhance nighttime visibility and give the front fascia a performance, rally-car vibe.
Inside, the interior of the 2019 Fiat 124 Spider Urbana Edition features understated matte gray accents, with Urbana leather and microfiber seats and a leather-wrapped instrument cluster hood and instrument panel.
Under the hood, the 2019 Fiat 124 Spider Urbana Edition features the reliable, high-winding 1.4-liter MultiAir Turbo four cylinder engine, delivering 164 horsepower and 184 lb.-ft of torque to the rear wheels. The engine is backed by your choice of a quick-shifting six-speed manual or six speed automatic. Handling is tight and responsive thanks to a double-wishbone front suspension and multi-link rear suspension, plus electric power-assist steering.
Looking to get some wind in your hair and a smile on your face this summer? Then come check out the 2019 Fiat 124 Spider convertible today at McLarty Daniel Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram Fiat of Springdale, Northwest Arkansas’s ONLY Fiat dealership. Stop in today, or shop our big selection of Fiat models online right now.
15 Things You Probably Don’t Know About Jeep!

From the Wrangler to the Grand Cherokee, we love the Jeep brand here at McLarty Daniel Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram Fiat of Springdale! Over the years, we’ve run across a lot of off-the-wall facts about Uncle Sam’s Best Idea, and every once in awhile, we like to share them with the fans. Seen below, check out our list of 15 little-known facts about Jeeps! And if you’re ready to buy a brand-new Jeep in Springdale, Rogers, Bentonville or Fayetteville, make the short drive to McLarty Daniel CDJRF, where our selection is deep and our commitment to unbeatable customer service will make you a customer for life!
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1) No one is sure where the name “Jeep” came from, though the answers with the best shot of being true are either that it was soldiers shortening the original Army vehicle designation “GP” for “General Purpose,” from the two syllable “GEE-PEE” to the single syllable “Jeep.” The second theory is that the name was adopted from Eugene the Jeep, a small, wily, magical creature that appeared in the early Popeye cartoons prior to World War II.
2) During World War II, a prototype of a flying Jeep was developed as a quick-deployment vehicle. Called the Hafner Rotabuggy, the heavily-lightened Jeep featured a helicopter-like rotor for lift. Though the design actually made short test flights, it was never put into production.
3) There is a worldwide organization of Jeep owners known as the Jurassic Park Motor Pool. Online at jpmotorpool.com, the only requirement for membership is owning a Jeep Wrangler YJ painted to resemble the Jeep Wranglers that co-starred in the 1993 Steven Spielberg film Jurassic Park.
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4) The familiar Jeep star painted on the hood of some U.S. Army Jeeps during World War II was actually a chemical weapon detector. After 1943, the circular field around the star was created with a special paint called “M5 Liquid Vesicant Detector,” which changed color from brown to bright red in the presence of poison gas. Directly in the driver’s line of sight, the star on Jeeps alerted troops that they needed to put on their gas masks a few precious minutes before the odor of chemical agents could be detected by the human nose. Think about that next time you see a Jeep Wrangler star decal!
5) The original Willys Jeeps deployed during World War II had nine slots in the grille, as opposed to the seven slot grille that has since become an iconic feature of Jeep design.

6) The original Oscar Meyer Weinermobile was built on a Willys Jeep station wagon chassis.
7) A Jeep was once driven up the steps of the U.S. Capitol Building in Washington D.C. — this feat was performed in an original Willys Jeep prototype while the design was being evaluated for potential adoption by the U.S. Army prior to World War II.
8) The record for completely disassembling a running Willys Jeep down to its basic components and then reassembling it back to running status again is under four minutes! This achievement can be seen on YouTube in a video shot during a parade in Halifax, Nova Scotia. The feat was performed by a group of Canadian Army soldiers with the Third Area Support Group.
9) “Tonight Show” host Jimmy Fallon appeared in HBO’s 2001 World War II miniseries “Band of Brothers” as a soldier driving a Willys Jeep.
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10) During World War II, a Willys Jeep nicknamed “Old Faithful” (which had served as a staff car for four Marine Corps Generals in both the Pacific and European theaters) was officially awarded a Purple Heart due to damage suffered during the shelling of Guadalcanal. Retired from active duty in December 1943, Old Faithful was shipped back to the U.S. where it toured the U.S. helping sell War Bonds. It was eventually retired to the museum at the U.S. Marine Corps Air Station in Quantico, Virginia, where it remains on display to this day. It reportedly still fires up and runs smoothly, even though it has never been overhauled or restored since its original assembly.
11) In 1970, Jeep built a prototype for a small, roofless sports car, the XJ-001. Though the powerful, short wheelbase prototype was well received on the show circuit, it never made it into production, and the only example was destroyed by fire while being transported for display at the Texas State Fair.
12) American soldiers riding in bare-bones military Jeeps over rough European roads during World War II regularly suffered injuries to the tailbone. The condition was so common it came to be known as “Jeep Bottom” or “Jeep Seat.”

13) In 1959, Jeep introduced a special version of the Jeep CJ just for hotels and holiday resorts: the Jeep Surrey. Painted in bright pastel colors like pink and light blue, with fringed tops in boldly striped fabrics, Jeep Surrey models are exceedingly rare today and coveted by collectors. Elvis Presley owned a pink Jeep Surrey which he used to drive visitors around the grounds at Graceland.
14) There’s no such thing as a 1996 Jeep Wrangler! This is because of a one-year gap between the end of production of the Jeep Wrangler YJ in 1995 and the start of production of the Jeep Wrangler TJ in 1997.
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15) The famous Museum of Modern Art in New York City has a 1953 Willys Jeep in its collection, citing it as an example of automotive design in its purest form.
The Stars & Stripes Edition Dodge Challenger and Charger debuted at the 2019 New York International Auto Show in New York City, with Dodge pointing out that the brand has the highest percentage of active-duty military customers among all major brands in the U.S. automotive industry. In addition, the Dodge Challenger and Charger have the highest percentage of active-duty military buyers in their respective vehicle segments of the market.
“Dodge is known for delivering custom looks straight from the factory. We also have a strong following of buyers who are in the military, as well as many buyers who are patriotic,” said Steve Beahm, Head of Passenger Car Brands for Dodge. “The Stars & Stripes Edition is an opportunity to deliver a custom look with unique elements that speak to those performance enthusiasts who want to extend their passion for their country to the Charger and Challenger.”
Externally, the Stars & Stripes Edition features a unique Satin Black and Silver accent stripe running the length of each car’s front fascia, hood, roof, trunk lid and rear fascia, along with Satin Black American Flag fender decals. Putting the substantial power to the ground are 20 by 9-inch satin-black wheels, showcasing bronze painted Brembo brake calipers on Challenger R/T Scat Pack and Charger Scat Pack models.
Inside, the salute continues, with gloss black interior accents, black-on-black cloth seats embroidered with a unique Bronze Star with unique bronze accent stitching, dark brushed metal interior bezels, and a unique bronze instrument panel badge.
The Stars & Stripes Edition is available on 2019 Dodge Challenger R/T Scat Pack, R/T and GT, and the 2019 Dodge Charger Scat Pack, R/T and GT models as a $1,995 option package. Available colors for Stars & Stripes Edition Challengers and Chargers include: Destroyer Grey, F8 Green, Granite Crystal, IndiGo Blue, Maximum Steel, Octane Red, Pitch Black, Triple Nickel and White Knuckle.
Are you an active duty service member or have you been discharged in the past 12 months? Check into Dodge’s “Honoring Those Who Serve” program. Eligible customers may receive up to $500 in Military bonus cash for purchase or lease of select 2018 and 2019 vehicles.

