Showcasing the New Gas-Powered Charger and Ram NASCAR Truck at the 2025 Roadkill Nights Festival by Dodge
Roadkill Nights Powered by Dodge Returns to Downtown Pontiac on August 9
Get ready, car enthusiasts! The 10th edition of MotorTrend Presents Roadkill Nights Powered by Dodge is set to take place on August 9, 2025, in the heart of Pontiac, Michigan. This thrilling event promises a day filled with horsepower, music, and entertainment that will captivate both petrolheads and casual spectators alike.
From 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. ET, the streets of downtown Pontiac will come alive with the roar of engines as Roadkill Nights returns for another year. The event will span a significant area, bordering Woodward Avenue, the historic stretch that has witnessed countless automotive milestones.
The public debut of new Dodge vehicles will be a highlight of the day, with the next-generation Dodge Charger muscle cars taking centre stage. Attendees will have the opportunity to experience Dodge Thrill and Drift Rides, getting a taste of the raw power and excitement these iconic vehicles offer.
Roadkill Nights will feature a variety of attractions, including the Ram 1500 NASCAR concept truck display, the Raminator Monster Truck, and the Bucking HEMI Experience. Street-legal drag racing on Woodward Avenue with NHRA stars Matt Hagan and Leah Pruett performing burnouts in 12,000-horsepower Dodge drag cars promises to be a spectacle not to be missed.
Music and entertainment will keep the atmosphere lively, with Kenny Wayne Shepherd, a Mopar fan and blues rock guitarist, scheduled to perform the national anthem. A huge car show, a midway with vendors selling car parts, accessories, and t-shirts, and a variety of food and drink stalls will ensure there's something for everyone.
Children 12 and under will receive free admission, and employees presenting a Stellantis ID badge at the gate will also receive free admission, along with free admission for up to one guest. Ticket packages for Roadkill Nights Powered by Dodge are available at hotrod.com/roadkillnights, with tickets starting at $25 for general admission. Veterans can enjoy a $5 discount by typing "VETS5" at ticket checkout.
For those unable to attend in person, the event will be livestreamed from 4 to 9 p.m. ET on multiple platforms, including YouTube.com/MotorTrend, YouTube.com/Dodge, and DodgeGarage.com. Pontiac residents with a valid ID can purchase tickets at a discounted rate of $20 at the gate.
Roadkill Nights, an event celebrating horsepower, was initially an offshoot of the Woodward Dream Cruise. With over 40,000 classic vehicles and 1 million spectators, the Dream Cruise remains a significant event in the automotive calendar. Roadkill Nights has been moved to avoid conflict with the Dream Cruise and to accommodate its growing popularity.
Mary Conway, a professional automotive journalist who covered the Detroit Three for more than twenty years for the ABC affiliate in Detroit, will be covering the event. If you have any car news tips for future stories, feel free to reach out to her at @MaryConwayMedia.
Dodge's commitment to performance vehicles, including their upcoming electrified muscle cars, is evident in the lineup for Roadkill Nights. The SIXPACK-fueled Charger, expected to be a big seller, has already been spotted in the Detroit area.
So, mark your calendars for August 9, 2025, and join the celebration of horsepower at Roadkill Nights Powered by Dodge in downtown Pontiac, Michigan. It's going to be a day to remember!
The event, Roadkill Nights Powered by Dodge, will showcase the intersection of various industries, including finance and sports, as sponsors and performers contribute to the day's entertainment. The automotive industry, in particular, will be prominently featured, with the public debut of new Dodge vehicles and street-legal drag racing involving NHRA stars. This much-anticipated event will also feature transportation-related attractions like the Ram 1500 NASCAR concept truck display and the Raminator Monster Truck.
