Chrysler's Dodge Ram and Challenger win awards

On Tuesday, the Dodge Challenger sports coupe was named “Most Satisfying” in a Consumer Reports survey.

The Ram and Challenger news is a rare bright spot for Chrysler in a year that saw a steady downpour of bad news. The company has been through a government-sponsored bankruptcy, gotten a new owner, shuffled executives and pared its dealerships. The automaker also has faced criticism for its current product line, which underscored the importance of the awards announced this week

In the Consumer Reports survey, more Challenger owners said they'd buy another one than owners of any other car.

Motor Trend's editors, in selecting the Ram, cited the truck's comfortable and quiet interior, attractive exterior styling and Cummins diesel engine, which meets emissions standards in all 50 states without needing expensive aftertreatment technology.

The award can influence sales, and most automakers tout it in their advertising.

In the Consumer Reports survey, more Challenger owners said they'd buy another one than owners of any other car.