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Dodge has dropped a cryptic 15-second video that points to the return of the Super Bee—a nameplate absent from the lineup since 2011. The clip, released ahead of this year’s Roadkill Nights event on August 9, 2025, shows bees swarming a Christmas tree as the lights shift from yellow to green. No car appears, but the branding is unmistakable.
This is a classic Dodge tease. The Super Bee first stung the muscle car world in 1968 as an affordable big-block option on the Coronet. Now, with the current Charger already offering the Hurricane twin-turbo inline-six engine (up to 550 hp in the Scat Pack), the question is: what form will the bee take in 2025?
A Nod to Heritage, A Leap Forward
Dodge has built Roadkill Nights into its premier performance showcase, blending street racing on Woodward Avenue with garage culture and fan interaction. The 2025 event will feature sanctioned drag racing on the same iconic mile of road that anchored the age of muscle. The Super Bee teaser fits that vibe perfectly: raw, loud, and steeped in nostalgia.
But the modern automotive landscape is different. The Charger is now offered exclusively with the Hurricane engine, at least for now. Rumors of a V8 option persist, but Stellantis has pushed toward electrification. The Super Bee revival could signal a last hurrah for internal combustion—or a bridge to hybrid performance.
What We Know So Far
Why the Super Bee Matters
The Super Bee name carries weight. It democratized high performance—you didn’t need a Hemi budget to get a Corvette–eating machine. In 1969, the Super Bee could be had with a 440 Magnum V8 for under $3,000. That spirit of value-oriented muscle could translate today as a stripped-down, track-focused Charger variant with unique styling cues.
Motor1 has reported that Dodge may use the Super Bee to test a higher-output version of the Hurricane six-cylinder, potentially exceeding 600 horsepower. That would give buyers an alternative to the Scat Pack’s 550-hp tune, while keeping weight balance and handling in check.
A Busy Summer for Dodge
This isn’t the only performance news from Dodge. The brand is expected to announce further “Last Call”–style special editions before the Charger transitions to an eventual electric future. The Super Bee would fit neatly into that narrative as a light, loud, gas-powered farewell.
At the same time, Dodge dealers have reported strong demand for the 2025 Charger Scat Pack, with some markets seeing allocation shortages. A Super Bee variant could help fill the gap and generate additional buzz for the brand’s live events.
Expert Perspective
“Reviving the Super Bee for Roadkill Nights is a smart move,” says John Mueller, automotive historian and author of Muscle Car Icons. “It taps into both nostalgia and the current appetite for limited-run performance models. If Dodge prices it aggressively, they’ll sell every one.”
Motor1’s own editors have noted that the Charger platform is ripe for a hardcore variant. The Super Bee could come with weight savings, a unique grille, retro wheels, and the signature bee logo on the fender. If Dodge also offers a manual transmission option—unlikely but not impossible—it would be a collector’s dream.
What’s Next?
All eyes are on August 9, 2025. Dodge will likely show the vehicle itself at Roadkill Nights, with sales opening shortly after. Given the short teases and lack of prior leaks, expect a limited production run and a price point competitive with Ford’s Mustang Dark Horse or Chevrolet’s Camaro ZL1 (though the Camaro is discontinued, the aftermarket still plays).
For fans, the Super Bee represents more than just a badge. It’s a promise that raw, affordable performance can still exist in an era of 500-hp SUVs. Whether Dodge delivers a stripped Charger or a fully loaded special edition, the bee is coming back.
Stay tuned to Motor1 for live coverage from Woodward Avenue, where we’ll report the unveiling as it happens.
Note: This article was updated on August 4, 2025, to reflect the correct Roadkill Nights date and the latest market context.
