2026 Dodge Charger Scat Pack: 1/8 Mile Drag Racing with Launch Control & Line Lock

2026 Dodge Charger Scat Pack: First Drag Runs

• 🚀 The video features the 2026 Dodge Charger Scat Pack on an eighth-mile drag strip, demonstrating its launch control and line lock features.
• 💡 The car is equipped with the 3.0L Twin-Turbo Hurricane Inline-6 engine, producing 550 hp and 531 lb-ft of torque, paired with an 8-speed automatic transmission and standard AWD.

Launch Control and Line Lock Procedures

• 🎯 Michael guides the driver through activating launch control, setting it to 3200 RPM for optimal launches, highlighting the effectiveness of the AWD system.
• 🛠️ To engage line lock, the car must be in rear-wheel drive mode, which requires selecting 'Sport' drive mode. The process involves holding the brake, applying throttle, and then releasing the brake to initiate the burnout.
• ✅ The system automatically reverts to AWD after the line lock sequence, simplifying the transition back to launch mode.

Drag Racing Performance and Times

• 📈 The driver performs several eighth-mile runs, achieving a best time of 7.899 seconds with a 1.89-second 60-foot time.
• 📊 The car demonstrated consistent launches and strong performance, aided by the sticky Goodyear Eagle Supercar 3 tires (305/35R20).
• 🚗 The driver notes the car's hard launches and consistency, attributing much of the success to the AWD and tire combination.

Driving Experience and Features

• 🧠 The operation of launch control and line lock is described as a system that becomes intuitive with practice, similar to learning any new procedure.
• 💨 The video touches on the car's ability to perform in multiple disciplines, including drag racing, road course, and drifting, showcasing its versatility.
• 🏁 The fastest run of the day was 7.899 seconds, with a reaction time of .188 and a good 60-foot time, concluding a fun day of drag racing.