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The 2018 Dodge Charger gets a few new upgrades and features to make it even more outstanding than previous models. If you've had your eye on a Charger, there are several reasons why you should look forward to getting one this year. All the Power You Want If it's power you're searching for, the 2018 Dodge Charger won't disappoint. The muscle car comes standard with a 3.6-liter Pentastar V-6 engine that works with the standard eight-speed automatic transmission to give you up to 300 horsepower and 264 pound-feet of torque. more However, if you're looking for even more power and performance, the Charger has three other engines available, including the 6.2-liter supercharged HEMI V-8 SRT Hellcat engine. This impressive piece of engineering generates an incredible 707 horsepower and 650 pound-feet of torque. Top Exterior Style Since the Dodge Charger doesn't see any major changes on the outside, you know you'll still enjoy the clean lines and muscular body that has made this vehicle a legend. You'll find standard exterior features that include LED daytime running lights, bright exhaust tips, power side mirrors, and solar control glass. Plus, you can also upgrade your Charger to get available features that include a rear spoiler, heated side mirrors with a blind spot indicator, and LED fog lamps. Upgraded Technology You'll find some nice upgraded technology features inside the Dodge Charger. The vehicle now comes standard with the Uconnect system that includes a 7-inch touch-screen display, as well as Apple CarPlay and Android Auto compatibility. If you want even more technology features, choose a higher trim level to get an 8.4-inch touch-screen display with six premium speakers, HD radio, and available navigation. Plus, with the available Bluetooth streaming audio and Uconnect voice command, you can change the radio station, select your favorite song, and send and receive calls all using the sound of your voice. Comfortable Interior The 2018 Challenger still comes with a spacious interior that proves you can have comfort and style to go along with your power. The available heated and ventilated seats will help you feel comfortable no matter what the weather is like outside. Plus, with the standard remote vehicle start system, you can even set the available heated steering wheel to turn on when the temperature outside is below 40 degrees Fahrenheit. Other premium touches include an available memory system for the driver's seat and available dual-zone automatic climate control. More Safety Features Another upgrade the 2018 Dodge Charger has over previous editions is the extra safety features that now come standard. Along with an integrated backup camera that displays a live image on your touch-screen display of what's behind your vehicle when you shift into reverse, the Charger also now comes standard with the rear park assist system. This helpful safety feature alerts you with an audible warning if it detects an object behind your vehicle when you're in reverse. If you've been thinking about upgrading to the 2018 Dodge Charger, do it now to enjoy all these top features and more. Photo by GabboT | Licensed under cc by 2.0

Ricky's English Pub When you're interested in a fine dining experience with a classic English touch in Salem, Ricky's English Pub is the place to go. Arrive for dinner and you can start your meal with the crabcake with rémoulade or mushrooms stuffed with crabmeat. For your main course, you'll find a variety of options. You can choose the pub steak, which is an 8-ounce sirloin steak, or you can go for the pecan-crusted grouper with a key lime sauce. You'll also find traditional English favorites, such as fish and chips, bangers and mash, Scotch eggs, and shepherd's pie. more BoneShakers Located in the Timberlanes Complex, BoneShakers offers a menu with a fresh take on your American favorites. If you arrive feeling extra hungry, start your meal with the loaded tots, which are tater tots covered in cheese sauce and topped with green onions, chopped bacon, and sour cream. The Sriracha chicken and jalapeño dip is another good choice. For your main course, one of the popular entrees is the crab mac and cheese, which includes a blend of four kinds of cheese, diced plum tomatoes, sautéed asparagus, and lump blue crab. Ezio's Italian Restaurant If you're in the mood for Italian, you can't beat a meal at Ezio's Italian Restaurant. The appetizers here are big enough to share and include Caprese salad, shrimp skillet, and a fried cheese block. For dinner, the Tuscan steak and mushroom risotto is grilled steak tips simmered with mushrooms, roasted garlic, and risotto. With its Roma tomatoes, parsley, chili flakes, and white wine beurre blanc all simmered together, the lobster pappardelle is another popular dish. Make sure you save room for dessert so you can savor the bananas Foster, lava cake, or tiramisu. Mike's Penn Grille When you're searching for a delicious steak in Salem, Mike's Penn Grille is the place to go. If you want to start your meal with an appetizer, consider the Mike's Sampler. This dish gives you the beer-battered onion rings, mini tacos, cheese triangles, and fries served with marinara sauce. Your steak options include a rib-eye, sirloin, filet mignon, and New York strip. Prime rib is also available on Friday and Saturday. Annabell's Restaurant Annabell's Restaurant serves home-style food in a welcoming atmosphere. Along with the regular menu items and daily specials, you can also enjoy the daily dinner feature. House favorites include the fried chicken dinner, roast sirloin, and grilled beef liver. The menu also offers pork chops, steaks, seafood, pastas, and sandwiches. For dessert, don't miss your chance to try the turtle ice cream pie, root beer float, or one of the seasonal cakes and pies. Whether you're craving Italian or American, you can find a great meal in Salem when you drive past the chains and check out these delicious options instead. Image via Pixabay | CC 0

Jeep makes vehicles known for their off-roading capabilities. While off-road trips are fun, they're also not the place to realize you're not prepared for potential problems. When you're ready to head out on your next off-road adventure, make sure you prepare your Jeep ahead of time with these essentials. Winch A winch is one of the most important tools you should include in your Jeep before you go off-roading. Not only is it good for self-recovery if you get yourself into a tight situation, but it's also ideal if you need to help a friend out of a tough spot. Make sure you choose a winch strong enough to handle all the weight of your Jeep. Additionally, consider getting a land anchor to go along with your winch. This can give you a sold anchor point if there's nothing in nature you can hook on to. more Tree Protector We all want to make sure we preserve our favorite off-road spots so we can come back again and again to enjoy them. However, if you wrap straps that have some give to them, like a snatch strap, around a tree to use it as a winch point, you could damage the bark and kill the tree. That's why it's important to include a tree protector strap. These straps are wide, won't stretch under strain, and provide chafe protection so you can safely use a tree during winching operations. Gloves Gloves are one of those items you don't think about packing until you're on the trail and suddenly realize you need them. Whether you're winching, changing a tire, or doing any other off-road work, your hands will appreciate it if you think to throw in a pair of gloves before you leave. Heavy-duty leather gloves are good for the hard jobs, but you should also consider including a pair that offers more flexibility in the fingers for when you're working in those tight spaces. First-Aid Kit Every Jeep needs a first-aid kit. You can purchase one already packaged with the supplies you need or put one together yourself. Just keep in mind that some of the products in a first-aid kit have an expiration date. Therefore, it's a good idea to check your products before every trip, and then replace anything that has expired. Some of the products you should have in your first-aid kit include adhesive bandages, aspirin, gauze pads, scissors, tweezers, adhesive tape, and hydrogen peroxide. Air Compressor If you've spent any amount of time off-roading, you understand the benefits of airing down your tires for better traction. However, when you hit the paved roads to head home, it's sometimes difficult to find a gas station where you can buy air to reinflate your tires. On the other hand, if you have a portable air compressor, you can quickly and easily fill your tires back up to the on-road pressure you need. Before you hit those trails for your next off-road adventure, make sure you have your Jeep stocked with this essential off-roading equipment. Photo by Tydence | Licensed under cc by 2.0