Stellantis is reportedly preparing to restart production of its famous Hemi engines, namely the 5.7-liter, 6.4-liter, and supercharged 6.2-liter V8s, at the Dundee Engine Plant in Michigan. This comes after internal resistance to ending the Hemi program gained traction following the resignation of former CEO Carlos Tavares, who was seen as the main driver behind the engine’s retirement. With him gone, the company appears ready to return to its roots.

The engines will use the Gen III platform, which dates back to 2003 and has powered some of Dodge and Ram’s most celebrated vehicles. Fans may even see a larger-displacement version added to the mix, further expanding Stellantis’ muscle car arsenal. It’s a surprising but welcome move in an auto market focused heavily on electrification.

While the Hemi V8 never completely disappeared, it still powers the current Durango and Wrangler 392, it has been notably missing from high-profile new models like the latest Dodge Charger and Ram 1500. Ram’s CEO Tim Kuniskis recently acknowledged that the Hemi wasn’t designed for the truck’s new electrical system, but hinted that this limitation could be temporary.

If production resumes as expected, the 5.7-liter V8 could be back as early as August, with the potential to reappear in both performance cars and trucks. Whether it’s a growling muscle coupe or a heavy-duty workhorse, Stellantis seems committed to giving drivers the option of real-deal, gas-powered muscle—even in a rapidly electrifying world.