Formed back in 1919 as the Dodge Brothers Motor Vehicle Company the original dodge vehicles were in high demand. Subsequently sold in 1928 to become part of the Chrysler corporation, Dodge today is primarily associated with its pick up truck models such as the Ram and Dakota Pick-ups and of course the Dodge caravan. The SUV range from Dodge for the 2008/2009 model years consist of the Durango, the Journey and the Nitro. The Dodge Journey was produced to fill in the void left by the discontinuation of the short wheelbase Caravan and Magnum models, the aim of the Journey was to give Dodge a competitor among the modern breed of smaller "crossover SUVs". The Nitro is Dodge's entry-level SUV available in two or four-wheel drive and with powerful V-6 engines. Crucially the Nitro is small enough (and economical with a diesel for European models) to be offered for sale in Europe. Dodge have so much confidence in the engineering integrity of their vehicles that they off a Lifetime Powertrain Limited Warranty covering engine and transmission for unlimited mileage! If you are planning on buying a vehicle and keeping it for some considerable time then this warranty package - in addition to the standard 3yrs/36,000 miles full manufacturers warranty - is reason enough to visit your local Dodge dealership.