Uhm... not even close. Of the big three in total numbers, Dodge is the lowest selling overall. That includes models which aren't seeking tunes such as the Caravan. But in the need for performance based tuning, quantity of sales of HEMI equipped cars nearly triples that of other competitors. As well does the quantity of those who seek performance. Someone mentioned 100k views of this link alone. That shows that people are searching that beautiful thing we call the internet searching all options.
One must not forget that from 2005 to 2012, Dodge released various platforms all using the 5.7L and 6.1L HEMI's. Platforms such as the LX, LC, and LY Chassis codes. This didn't just include the Challenger or Charger, but also the Magnum and 300C. All of which came with or continue to come with options of the 5.7 HEMI and either a 6.1 or 6.4 depending on year. In fact, from 2005-2011 the technology contained within was the same and was notably one of the easiest to tune. The new system introduced in 2011... now apparently that is a totally different animal and even Diablo struggled with tuning it.
In terms of the actual sales of the vehicles compared to those being tuned, the Chrysler line up smashes anything GM has but falls short of the Mustang Gang. Dodge trucks, ironically, also don't fall far behind. Although their diesel is more sought after for tuning than the 5.7 was. Honest number of sales shows that blaming quantity of Dodge vs. the other two is just an excuse. However, claims of R&D on something that isn't their proprietary sales is honest and valued more by customers.
All that said, being an avid owner of both GM and Chrysler, I'd say its got nothing to do with the sales of the vehicle, but more so what is available to tune and just who might be the first out of the gate. Diablosport has great hand helds for all, but, they are more versed for Chrysler and by far more successful with them than anyone else. A company like HP is more versed in GM and Ford and more successful with them on the contrary.
For those patiently still waiting on HP, other tuning softwares work with the Diablo hand helds... hence you don't see people trying to snag up proprietary software for Chryslers like you see people doing for GM and Ford.
As for the guy still complaining about issues getting your HEMI tuned, you aren't looking very hard at all... DCX Tuning software is made by at least half a dozen different companies and most can be installed with a Diablo tuner.
As for HP Tuners on the other hand... I wish you would get something squared away with HEMI tuning so that I could single source my tuning into one program.
I think someone offered up some of their HEMI tunes to you. I'd be willing to do the same. I've got a Saab 9-7X with 3.8 bore and 4" stroke. Running the 363 with the OEM tune works, but it is not calibrated well at all. I would like to purchase the HP software and be able to adjust both vehicles.
If this isn't something going to happen in the next year like it hasn't in the past 4, I'll rethink my options... but I would like to be able to tune my Saab with HP as their proven GM track record is just a little more insurance on the 10k I just invested.
Please let us know if you will or will not be truly doing anything here. This thread is some 4 years old, I think its about time for an honest answer as there is obvious interest.
... on that note, good night all!