Dodge Motorsports finally revealed the Dodge Challenger NASCAR Nationwide Series. The team that will be campaigning the car in the “NEW CAR” Class will be the Pensker Racing receiving a full backing from Dodge.

There will be 2 teams running the full season starting July of 2010.

The driver that gets to pilot this challenger is Justin Allgaier seen here next to his ride.

Below are pictures I found at Twitpic

Here’s a quick excerpt from Red Letter Dodge:

“As the performance brand of our new company, we are excited to expand our relationship with Penske Racing and introduce the iconic Dodge Challenger as our entry into the NASCAR Nationwide Series,” said Ralph Gilles, President and CEO, Dodge Car Brand. “Motorsports are a significant part of the Dodge brand’s legacy. Penske Racing has such a rich tradition in motorsports, and our partnership in the Nationwide Series will provide an excellent opportunity to showcase the Challenger and offer our loyal Dodge enthusiasts plenty of excitement in this very competitive series next year.”

Penske Racing will field two teams, both running the full-season schedule. The Dodge Challenger will be used at the four “New Car” races NASCAR has designated, starting at Daytona in July. At the other 31 events that complete the 35-race season, Penske Racing will field Dodge Chargers as it did this season with the No. 12 Verizon Wireless Dodge Charger driven by Justin Allgaier. NASCAR is expecting full integration of the “New Car” in 2011.

Joining Allgaier will be Brad Keselowski in the No. 22 Discount Tire Dodge. He also will compete in the Dodge Challenger for the four designated races and in a Charger for the remainder of the schedule.

“Today’s announcement further reinforces our relationship and commitment to Dodge Motorsports, and we are excited about our future with this great brand,” said Tim Cindric, President of Penske Racing. “We believe Dodge’s relationship with Penske Racing will continue to elevate and highlight both our brands and deliver value to Dodge enthusiasts.”

I did a rendering of how it might look like back in June and this is what I came up with.

Comparing it to the real thing, I’m pleasantly surprised that the headlight/grill area are actually sunked in as opposed to just being flush to the edge of the front nose. The front bumper vent looks fairly close to what I came up with which is kinda cool. The side profile though is a little disappointing as it’s not the same as the real car but I can understand why they did it.

Now if only the Camaro will join in the party with the Mustang and Challenger, that would be some knee-slappin’ fun.