Distinguished members of DodgeForum.com,

My name is Scott Vandekerckhove. I am a new member here at this forum and I am on a mission. A mission for all of you, to be exact.

Let me cut right to the chase, I work for Chrysler on the Auto Show/Specialty Event Circuit all across the country. I work under the title of “Product Specialist.” When I am not on the Auto Show floor, I am actively involved in grass roots marketing activities, most often in Dodge. In fact, it is likely that I have met several of the members here in person at some time or another.

The highlight of my work, thus far, was a nationwide tour showcasing the Dodge Challenger when it was launched back in 2008. Our exploits were chronicled on RedLetterDodge.com, Dodge’s official blog (I am sure you are aware of). To prove I am who I say I am, please view the following links as proof...

Challenger Trip publicized on Insideline.com...
http://www.insideline.com/dodge/chal...oad-trips.html

Dodge’s Official Flickr page with photos from the tour...
http://www.flickr.com/photos/dodgech...7606825358516/

Sirius Radio Blog interview that featured me with the Challenger while in NYC...
http://siriusbuzz.com/dodge-challeng...d-whistles.php

Blog post from National Speed in Wilmington, NC...
http://www.nationalspeedinc.com/blog...-came-to-town/

With the Challenger currently in full swing, and an all new Charger fast on the horizon, things are really starting to heat up.

But without the loyal fan base of Mopar enthusiasts throughout the world, where would we be?

That said, I am trying to find out what exactly Mopar clubs want from Dodge? In particular, Charger and Challenger fans everywhere.

It could be any number of things:
-Is it a centralized Official website dedicated exclusively to the clubs?
-Is it a special event held exclusively for the clubs?
-Would you want more opportunities to interact with Dodge engineers and marketing reps? Focus groups?
-Or is it a vehicle giveaway that you desire?

Bottom line: What can be done to make a true impact on the clubs? Something specific and unique that you would all enjoy!

Also, what is the best way for us to communicate with all of you in mass? What is the quickest, most direct way of getting in contact with EVERYONE?!!!

This is your opportunity to voice your ideas. We want to hear what’s on your mind. Be inventive. Be honest. Be yourselves.

Feel free to email me directly at SRV@EVENTSOLUTIONS.NET

Thanks for listening. I truly look forward to hearing all you have to share. And, by all means, spread this around so that we get as much input as possible.


Sincerely,
Scott Vandekerckhove
srv@eventsolutions.net

 

Liking the Vanishing Point references!!! Good luck with your mission!!
A give away car is always a crowd pleaser. I'll take a 6 speed R/T Challenger please

 

I would love the opportunity to talk with Dodge engineers.

 

Need to find out why they haven't improved the Anti-Spin grenading problem after all of these years? I asked one of the 09 Ram designers and they had no idea there was even a problem. WTF???
I am a member of the Chrysler customer advisory board.

 

Chrysler use to have tech tip nights at the trainning centers, Why not have them do a tech tip night for the dodge forum. Maybe by video or web cam.

 

I too am a member of the Chrysler Advisory Board. I would suggest you pursue bringing back the "Scat Pack" club or something similar that is devoted to the enthusiast (Charger, Challenger as you suggest) as well as others if appropriate. Could provide the recognizable backdrop for you at shows around the country and tie nicely into the rich heritage of Dodge Performance overall. Bob Frederick Dodge did some of this and I thought it was right on!

 

Hello to the Mopar Community abroad.

I wanted to give you all a brief update on our quest for capturing your feedback towards the Dodge brand; specifically Challenger and Charger.

Your responses have been overwhelming, to say the very least. The passion displayed by forums all across the net is most impressive.

Due to the sheer quantity of responses, it has been nearly impossible to respond to each individual post. For that reason alone, we let the messages collect in mass and have just finished combing through them. Not a single word was passed over. In fact, responses still continue to surface.

The fan base has spoken very clearly as to what they truly desire. Glaring patterns have been established amongst the hundreds of replies we received.

That said, it is now our job to report your intelligence back to those who asked for it. All we ask for now is your patience.

This may be our last update for a little while, but that is not a bad thing. Organizing this material and presenting it takes careful planning. We are as eager as you all are to share this invaluable information.

And, by all means, if you have further input, share it! Email me directly at SRV@EVENTSOLUTIONS.NET. The offer to speak in person also stands as I will be at Auto Shows in Detroit, Washington D.C., Chicago, and beyond.

Thanks again for all your thoughts, and have a Happy New Year!

Sincerely,
Scott Vandekerckhove
SRV@EVENTSOLUTIONS.NET