Dodge is revising the Dakota pickup for 2008. Most notable changes are a new front end and a stronger V8.

I don’t see why they’d replace the distinctive “big rig” look with the new generic nose. Seems like yet another misstep from the Chrysler Group at DCX.

On the other hand, it’s good to see that the 4.7-liter is finally pulling its weight. After years kicking out about 230 horsepower, it’ll now be peaking at 290.