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Ram Releases Two 1500 Sport Crew Cab 4×4 Trims

Two new Sport trim models are going to enhance the lineup of Ram’s 1500 4×4 Crew Cab vehicles, and these are the Ignition Orange Sport and the Black Sport. Both buzz models will have a limited production run of only 1000 units each, making them even more desirable. And it is really worth it, because these trims deliver more individuality than ever before.

Take for example the Orange Sport. It will ignite any customer with its special appearance in the exuberating limited edition bright orange paint color contrasted by black accents like the strips on the hood.

Although there are no pictures of the interior, Ram says that it includes body color stitching throughout the cabin as well as Sport embroidery and Ram’s head on the seat backs and the headrests, respectively. In addition, the seat inserts received colored accent sport mesh.

In total contrast, the Black Sport has received its name for a reason. Not only because of the body color, but also because it has taken some design cues from the Black Express package. This means that it is equipped with black 20 inch wheels and features a sport hood.

Inside, everything is wrapped in black leather and to accentuate this Ram designers added Light Black chrome highlights. Furthermore, both trucks will be equipped with the 8.4AN Uconnect system that offers navigation and rear view camera.

Another thing in common is the HEMI V-8 engine mated to the 8-speed TorqueFlite transmission and producing 395 horsepower (290 kW). Both new vehicles will also include 3.92 gear set, dual exhaust and a vented sport hood.

The production of these buzz models will begin in April. The initial price starts at $41,020 USD.

Source: Ram Truck Brand

March 13, 2015

GeigerCars Powers Up Dodge Ram 1500 and the Jeep Grand Cherokee

GeigerCars has boosted the power of the Dodge Ram 1500 and the Jeep Grand Cherokee 3.0 CRD. Both US-cars received performance increase of 40 hp and 62 Nm. The production “numbers” of the 3.0-litre V6 turbo diesel engine are 241 hp (177 kW) and 569 Nm (420 lb-ft) in the Ram, and 250 hp (184 kW) and 570 Nm (421 lb-ft) in the Jeep.

After the software optimization of the 24-valve engine, these numbers increase to 281 hp (207 kW) and 631 Nm (465 lb-ft), and 290 hp (213 kW) and 632 Nm (466 lb-ft), respectively. Moreover, in the Jeep Grand Cherokee the maximum speed was increased from 202 to 223 km/h, while the Vmax of the powerful Dodge Ram 1500 was increased to 190 km/h.

Except for the power tuning, the Dodge Ram has also received some styling refinements. The leather interior is in brown and tan color scheme. A folding armrest placed at the middle of the backseat along with a pair of cup holders. There are also two cup holders on the floorboard.

An 8.4 inch touchscreen display has all the navigation controls. The rear view camera position is next to the handle of the tailgate which allows closer position to the trailer hitch. A few other safety items, like parking sensors positioned all along the rear bumper, along with duo exhaust tips.

Dodge RAM 1500 3.0 l V6 EcoDiesel:

Motor: V6-turbo diesel
Displacement: 2,988 ccm
Output: 177 kW (241 hp)
Torque: 569 Nm
Gear: 8-gear automatic transmission
Consumption combined: 10.2 l (diesel)
Co2 combined 267 g/km
Pollutant class: G

Jeep Grand Cherokee 3.0 CRD Overland

Motor: V6-turbo diesel
Displacement: 2,988 ccm
Output: 184 kW (250 hp)
Torque: 570 Nm
Gear: 8-gear automatic transmission
Consumption combined: 7.5 l (diesel)
Co2 combined 198 g/km
Pollutant class: G

Source: GeigerCars

December 8, 2014

2014 Dodge Ram 1500 EcoDiesel Records Best Fuel Economy Rating

The best ever highway-cycle test result ever achieved by a full-size half-ton pickup has been recorded, and the vehicle to do this is the 2014 Dodge Ram 1500 EcoDiesel. Precisely, the car was rated at 28-mpg by the EPA, and this rating also exceeds the EPA highway rating for the top-ranked small pickup.

Next to its superior fuel economy this Dodge model also offers torque of 420 lb.-ft. (569 Nm). This rating is possible due to the engine’s block and bedplate which are made from lightweight Compacted Graphite Iron (CGI). Adding to this is the innovative MultiJet 2 common-rail fuel-injection system, which reduces noise and enhances low-speed throttle response.

The EcoDiesel Ram is fitted with 3.0-liter EcoDiesel V-6 unit which includes Selective Catalytic Reduction (SCR), high-pressure cooled Exhaust Gas Recirculation (EGR), variable swirl intake ports and a variable-geometry turbocharger. The efficient powetrain is coupled with a TorqueFlite 8-speed automatic transmission, which also improves the fuel efficiency.

Furthermore, the gearbox also has thermal-management system. The latter warms transmission oil to reduce pumping losses associated with cold, low-viscosity fluid. What is more, the scored efficiency results were made reality due to the active grille shutters that maximize air flow in order to improve aerodynamics; the Electric Power Steering (EPS) that relieves the engine from constantly turning a hydraulic pump; and the lightweight aluminum components.

2014 Dodge Ram 1500 EcoDiesel has a starting price of $24,200 USD and will go on sale on 7th of February.

Source: Dodge

February 5, 2014

Ram Introduces 2013 Black Express Model

2013 Ram 1500 Black Express delivers unmatched combination of style, performance, capability and value. At first glance it catches the attention with its unique all-black exterior, including the 20-inch black aluminum wheels.

In addition it its enhanced exterior look also contribute the black front fascia with fog lamps, black grille surround with black hex-link inserts, black rear bumper and black Ram‘s head badges on the grille and tailgate. The badging on the sides of the car has been removed to make its appearance even more masterful.

The Black Express will also offer to its driver bi-functional halogen projector headlamps with black bezels, 15 amber LEDs for park/turn/position lamp and three amber LEDs for the side marker. Next, the taillamps feature black finishes and are composed of 15 red LEDs with three red LEDs for the side markers.

This Ram 1500 will be powered by the same engine included in the model line-up – namely, the 5.7-liter HEMI V-8 engine with Fuel Saver Technology. It is capable of delivering 395 horsepower (290 kW) and generating 555 Nm (410 lb.-ft.) of torque.

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Standard features also include a 160-amp alternator, 26-gallon fuel tank, 3.55 rear-axle ratio, 700-amp maintenance-free battery, four- and seven-pin trailer wiring harness, multi-link coil rear suspension, heavy-duty front and rear shock absorbers, front and rear stabilizer bars, electric power steering, heavy-duty engine and transmission cooling, and a full-size spare tire.

On the other hand, the safety features included here are the following: advanced multistage front air bags, supplemental front-curtain and side air bags, anti-lock four-wheel disc brakes, electronic stability control, brake assist, rain brake support, ready alert braking, all-speed traction control, electronic roll mitigation, hill-start assist, trailer-sway control, height-adjustable shoulder belts, Sentry Key® theft deterrent system and a tire pressure monitoring warning lamp.

The vehicle is going to be offered by Dodge brand with two- or four-wheel-drive, including a choice of regular cab, quad cab or crew cab body styles. 2013 Ram 1500 Black Express has a starting price of US$ 26 955 and is currently available at dealerships.

Source: Ram Truck

July 11, 2013

Clean Diesel Power For 2014 Dodge Ram 1500 EcoDiesel

2014 Dodge Ram 1500 EcoDiesel will offer for the first time a small diesel displacement for the trucks vehicles range. The new 3.0-liter EcoDiesel engine will be mated with an eight-speed TorqueFlite automatic transmission. The powertrain is expected to deliver an excellent combination of best-in-class fuel efficiency, best-in-class torque and impressive capability.

The 2013 Dodge Ram 1500 model has been proclaimed as a Motor Trend’s Truck of the Year, The North American Truck of the Year and Truck of Texas. Building on this award-winning truck, the 2014 Ram 1500 EcoDiesel will further expand its best-in-class fuel economy and in addition will bring innovation to the automotive industry.

The 3.0-liter V-6 turbo EcoDiesel and TorqueFlite eight-speed transmission are the perfect combination which will provide best-in-class torque, fuel economy and range. In fact, Ram Truck brand is the only truck manufacturer to offer this technology and it will undoubtedly bring about a competitive advantage.

Diesel power has a strong and loyal following among truck owners due to its numerous priorities over gasoline and other fuel sources. Therefore it is expected Ram 1500 EcoDiesel to expand the growth into the light duty sector.

Source: Ram

February 15, 2013

Mopar Ram Runner Wins Truck Duel in Desert

What you’re looking at is a “Moparized” Ram Truck 1500 which recently won a time-trial showdown against a Ford SVT Raptor. We are talking hardcore off-road stuff here as the challenge was conducted at the Ocotillo Wells State Vehicular Recreation Area, Southeast California – acres of dirt, mud and twigs. A 4.73 mile evaluation loop was set up by representatives from PickupTrucks.com and, with the help off-road truck racing champ Chad Ragland, both of the pickups were tested to their limit.

The Ram Truck then – it has a Mopar Runner kit which consists of a Pre-Runner Stage II Lift kit, an off-road fron bumper, front and rear fenders, a rear-tire carrier, sport performance hood and a cat-back exhaust.

The beefed up suspension is one of the most visible aspects of the Ram though – at the front, the upper and steel lower control arms are three inches longer each. Hence the wider wheel track. Heavy-duty outer tie roads size up to 1 inch in diameter. At the same time, the inner rods are as much as .13 inches beefier than the production ones. At the back, a 5-link coil spring rear suspension comes in handy when departure angles of up to 30 degrees take place. The Pre-Runner Stage II kit gives around 14-inches of overall ground clearance and utilizes Fox 3-inch internal bypass shocks.

The front bumper is all steel and has an integrated skid plate. The new fenders are from fiber glass and are more flarey in order to accommodate the wider track. The hood, although made of aluminum, is mostly for show. A spare-tire carrier in the bed of the truck proves more accessible and functional.

The whole kit costs at around $21,000 but Mopar are selling separate upgrades as well.

Mopar-Ram-Runner-medium — Mopar Ram Runner

Source: Dodge

June 1, 2012

2013 Dodge Ram 1500 – full details

2013 Dodge Ram 1500
Dodge has unveiled the 2013 Ram 1500 at the New York Auto Show. The lightweight truck comes with restyled exterior, interior and some engine modifications.

The exterior features a front bumper, a bigger front grille and LED-infused headlights, of course. The taillights are also featuring LED technology.

The interior is also revised. It boasts center console, some more soft-touch plastics and switchgear in the form of wheel. Other extras include a Uconnect infotainment system and a revised instrument cluster with an integrated 3.5” display.

The engine range features a 3.7 liter V6 with 309HP (227 kW) and 364Nm (269 lb-ft). It replaces the old Pentastar V6. There is a powerful 5.7 liter HEMI V8 with 400HP (295 kW) and 551Nm (407 lb-ft) of torque. Both engines can be connected to an 8-speed automatic transmission.

The truck boasts superb Best-in-class fuel efficiency achieved by installing some technologies: a thermal management system, an electric power steering system and an engine Start/Stop system.

The Ram 1500 also features improved ride thanks to a redesigned frame, which uses more high-strength steel and box floor cross-members. For further comfort, the model can be equipped with an air suspension coming with five height settings.

There is no doubt that the Ram 1500 will be one of the best-selling trucks on the US market.

Source: Dodge

April 5, 2012

2011 Ram 1500 Express

Ram 1500 Express is now officially unwrapped. Teased under the codename Adventurer approximately two months ago, the 2011 Ram 1500 Express is an extremely robust truck aimed at buyers demanding for a ride with performance and style that can be easily customized to mirror their own. (more…)

April 8, 2011

2011 Ram 1500 Adventurer

Ram Truck Brand has officially announced today its latest project, a new Ram 1500 with code name “Adventurer”. Developed exclusively for customers demanding for a vigor ride with top performance and style that they can customize in own vision, the 2011 Ram 1500 Adventurer benefits a HEMI V8 plant with 20 mpg rating. (more…)

February 16, 2011

Dodge Ram Laramie Longhorn Edition at the 2010 Texas State Fair

Dodge Ram Laramie Longhorn Edition have been presented at the Texas State Fair September 24th to October 17th. The big truck is going into direct fight against range-topping GMC Sierra Denali and Ford F-Series King Ranch.

The upgrades compared to a standart Ram are White Gold lower-body paint, a chrome grille and 20” chrome-clad aluminum wheels. The interior goodies feature leather upholstery, burled walnut trim and saddlebag-inspired rear seat pockets. Furthermore, Longhorn Edition has heated and ventilated front seats, a revised shifter and all-weather floor mats with polished logos. (more…)

September 24, 2010

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