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  • Ram 1500 REV

    Today at the New York International Auto Show, Ram Truck unveiled the 2025 Ram 1500 REV – a brand-new, all-electric light-duty pickup truck. It is the first of its kind from Ram Truck. In the years to come, Ram will offer electrified options throughout its entire lineup. These solutions will feature cutting-edge advanced technology and will be disruptive in the market.

    “The all-electric Ram 1500 REV is a monumental milestone on our continued journey to offer the industry’s best electrified solutions and further fortifies our award-winning lineup,” said Mike Koval Jr., Ram brand CEO – Stellantis. “We believe in bringing the right range of powertrain solutions to our customers and will continue to redefine the pickup truck segment. Our all-new Ram 1500 REV pushes past the competition in areas customers care about most, including range, towing, payload and charge time.”

    Customers can choose between two all-electric options with the 2025 Ram 1500 REV. The first option is a standard 168-kilowatt-hour (kWh) battery pack that can cover up to 350 miles on a single charge. The second option is a large 229-kWh battery pack that can cover an impressive 500 miles on a single charge. With 800-volt DC fast charging, both options can add up to 110 miles of range in just 10 minutes, making charging quick and convenient for customers.

    The Ram 1500 REV has the ability to charge other Stellantis battery-electric vehicles through vehicle-to-vehicle charging, as well as provide power back to the grid through vehicle-to-grid bi-directional charging. This allows for flexibility in charging options. The truck can also send power to a home during a storm, power a tailgate party, or provide power at a camp or jobsite. There is an onboard power panel in the truck bed that can provide up to 7.2 kW of power, and an available onboard power panel in the front trunk (frunk) that can provide up to 3.6 kW.

    The 2025 Ram 1500 REV has impressive performance numbers, such as a 0-60 mph time of 4.4 seconds, 654 horsepower, and 620 lb.-ft. of torque. It also has a maximum payload capacity of 2,700 pounds, can ford up to 24 inches of water, and can tow up to 14,000 pounds.

    Ram is dedicated to being a leader in powertrain innovation and meeting the demands of truck buyers with their lineup of vehicles. They currently offer the most fuel-efficient 4x4s and the fastest, most powerful pickup trucks straight from the factory.

    The 2025 Ram 1500 REV comes in five trims: Tradesman, Big Horn/Lone Star, Laramie, Limited, and a new Tungsten trim.

    The Ram 1500 REV is a significant contribution to Stellantis’ Dare Forward 2030 strategic plan. This plan aims to provide innovative, clean, safe, and affordable mobility solutions, and Stellantis is investing more than €30 billion in electrification and software to deliver battery-electric vehicles that meet customer demands by 2025.

    Additionally, the Ram 1500 REV XR with an even greater range than the original model will be introduced after the all-electric Ram 1500 REV.

    No-compromise electrified benchmark with segment-leading capability, power, performance and efficiency

    The Ram 1500 REV offers consumers exceptional performance with dual 250-kilowatt electric drive modules that provide all-wheel-drive capability. These modules combine the motor, gearbox, and inverter.

    The 2025 Ram 1500 REV has one module located on the front axle with an automatic wheel-end disconnect feature that allows the front wheels to rotate freely in specific situations to increase efficiency. There is also a 250-kW module positioned on the rear axle, which comes with an electronic-locking rear differential.

    The standard battery pack of the Ram 1500 REV, which has a capacity of 168-kWh, has a target range of up to 350 miles, while the optional 229-kWh large battery pack has a target range of up to an exceptional 500 miles. Both battery packs can provide an additional 110 miles of range in just 10 minutes of 800-volt DC fast charging, with a maximum charging rate of 350 kW, offering a swift and convenient recharging solution.

    The Ram 1500 REV can make lives easier by providing vehicle-to-vehicle, vehicle-to-home, and vehicle-to-grid bi-directional charging that can power a home during a storm, run tailgate parties or provide energy at campsites or job sites. The truck also has an onboard power panel in the bed that can provide up to 7.2 kW of power, while the available onboard power panel in the front trunk, known as the “frunk,” can offer up to 3.6 kW.

    The 2025 Ram 1500 REV is constructed on the all-new STLA Frame, which is purposely created for full-size electric vehicles with a body-on-frame design. The frame is made of lightweight but strong advanced materials to enhance stiffness and durability. It has a wider middle to incorporate the battery pack with the frame rails’ protection, and a full-length aero belly pan contributes to a .340 coefficient of drag, making it the most aerodynamic truck in its segment.

    The Ram 1500 REV also boasts of excellent ride and handling with its multi-link independent rear suspension and segment-exclusive active-level, four-corner air suspension with adaptive damping. The adjustable air suspension has five modes to choose from: entry/exit, aero, normal, off-road 1, and off-road 2. Its 22-by-9-inch aluminum wheels with 275/50R22 Pirelli Scorpion all-season tires provide unmatched wear resistance and reduced road noise.

    The Ram 1500 REV offers Hands-free Active Driving Assist and ParkSense Automated Parking System for autonomous driving. Active Driving Assist uses cameras and radars to enable hands-on-wheel or hands-free driving with adaptive cruise control and lane centering. It can determine which roads are suitable for the technology.

    Modern design showcases all-new face of Ram’s electrified future

    The 2025 Ram 1500 REV has a modern design that stays true to Ram’s signature bold and heroic presence while signaling a future that is electric. Its all-new face is easily recognizable with a striking graphic presence and visual architecture. The all-electric Ram 1500 REV features premium LED headlamps, a modern R-A-M badge, and a one-touch power-operated frunk with 15 cu.-ft. of space, making it stand out from other light-duty models. The Ram 1500 REV has a modern, body-color front fascia that sets it apart while still retaining the brand’s DNA.

    Ram’s first fully electrified light-duty truck features stretched body lines and fender openings to cover all-terrain tires. The all-electric Ram 1500 REV has a specific, newly designed hood that maximizes internal frunk volume. The body-side character line stretches from front to rear and a modern side profile complements the front and rear. The charge port is on the driver’s side front quarter panel, illuminated by blinking premium LED lighting and an audible sound signals the start of charging. The charge port offers Level 1 and Level 2 AC charging on the top half and DC fast charging on the bottom half.

    The back of the Ram 1500 REV showcases a new R-A-M badge, modern premium LED taillights, and a power tailgate in Tungsten models. The tailgate design is specific to the electric truck, and the taillights stretch onto it, clearly identifying the vehicle as an all-electric Ram 1500. RamBox, an illuminated, lockable bed storage system with drain plugs and a 115-volt outlet, is available in the 2025 Ram 1500 REV, providing the best lockable bed storage in the segment.

    Authentic, premium materials compliment the most technologically advanced Ram 1500 ever

    The 2025 Ram 1500 REV has an exceptional interior that sets a new standard for pickup trucks. The interior design team used premium materials that are both comfortable and durable. The team focused on colors, textures, and materials to create an unexpected level of luxury. The truck features authentic carbon-fiber, metal, and leather elements.

    The Ram 1500 REV is the most advanced Ram truck ever made and comes equipped with cutting-edge technology features, such as the Uconnect 5 system, a 14.5-inch touchscreen, a 12.3-inch digital instrument cluster, a 10.25-inch passenger screen, a digital rearview mirror, a Head-up Display, and a Klipsch Reference Premiere audio system.

    The 2025 Ram 1500 REV comes with improved features such as an e-shifter with new buttons for eco mode, hill-descent control, axle lock, and frunk access. Additionally, new regen buttons provide normal or one pedal driving with max regen. A redesigned illuminated power symbol starter button, push-button trailer steering knob, and accessory switch bank with on-screen and off-screen buttons complete the enhancements.

    The Ram 1500 REV Tungsten trim provides customers with a premium experience while staying true to the hardworking nature of the Ram 1500. The Indigo/Sea Salt interior boasts new platinum patina/semi-bright dual-textured metal accents with diamond knurling, along with suede-wrapped headliner, A- and B-pillars, and visors. The driver and front passenger seats are heated and ventilated, and made of premium quilted leather with 24-way power, massage function, power lumbar support, and four-way powered headrests. Tungsten also features a Tungsten badge with inlaid lettering and diamond knurling on the center console, brushed platinum patina aluminum litho bezels, a unique shifter center cap, a Klipsch Reference Premiere audio system with 23 speakers, dual wireless chargers, and a metal pedal kit to enhance its high-quality feel and appearance.

    The most technologically advanced Ram 1500 ever

    The 2025 Ram 1500 REV comes with an all-new Uconnect system, which is the most advanced system ever. Customers can choose between a 12- or 14.5-inch touchscreen display for a seamless user experience. The Uconnect 5 system has more connected services and features than ever before, making it incredibly easy to use.

    A few highlights of the system include:

    • 12- and new 14.5-inch reconfigurable touchscreen displays that feature split-screen capability for dual application operation
    • New 10.25-inch passenger screen with three major functions: co-pilot (navigation, device management), entertainment (via HDMI) and the ability to view the exterior vehicle cameras
    • EV Pages showing:
      • Power Flow: demonstrates the flow of power through the vehicle in kW
      • Range Impact: advises how to reduce energy consumption and increase range
      • Driving History: a power/charge bar chart showing energy consumption and regeneration in current, weekly, two-week and four-week intervals
      • Charge Schedules: recommends when to charge and for how long
      • Plug & Charge: automatically authorizes payments when plugged into a compatible charging station
      • Max Battery Level: customer has a choice between an 80% charge level for daily/towing needs, which is optimized for battery performance, or 100% for long distance needs
      • Charging Level
      • The driver’s digital cluster display features one pedal driving that can bring the truck to a stop. Other EV gauges include current power, regen, range and battery temperature

    The 2025 Ram 1500 REV offers a 10.25-inch passenger screen that is exclusively visible to the front passenger and offers three main functions: co-pilot, entertainment, and exterior vehicle camera views. The screen includes an HDMI plug for phone or tablet connectivity, turning the touchscreen into an extension of the device, enabling internet searches, music, and app use to project through the Uconnect 5 system.

    The truck also features a full-color Head-up Display (HUD) that is configurable up to 10 inches, displaying several content areas simultaneously, such as Lane Departure, Lane Keep Assist, adaptive cruise control, turn-by-turn navigation, current speed, current gear, and speed limit. The HUD settings can be customized and saved within the driver profiles.

    The 12.3-inch digital gauge cluster of the Ram 1500 REV is tailored to its battery-electric capabilities, showing a new screen for charge schedule and one-pedal driving. It also offers a range of menus, including driver-assist technologies like adaptive cruise control, active driving assist, drowsy driver detection, and speed limit traffic signs display.

    With the Ram app, the Smartphone as a Key feature allows customers to use their smartphones to access and start the vehicle without taking their phone out of their pocket. Ram owners can also share digital keys with other smartphones while having full control over access. The card key serves as a backup in case the phone battery is dead, or the driver doesn’t have their phone with them. A traditional key fob comes as standard, but the smartphone and card key options offer customers more flexibility in accessing their trucks.

    Ultra-premium Klipsch Reference Premiere audio system provides exceptional sound quality

    The top-of-the-line Ram 1500 Tungsten comes with an outstanding 23-speaker Klipsch Reference Premiere audio system as standard, delivering exceptional audio quality through 23 finely tuned speakers, including a powerful 12-inch subwoofer, which is exclusive to this model.

  • Ram 1500 Revolution BEV Concept

    The Ram Truck brand introduced a visionary road map today at CES 2023 with its Ram 1500 Revolution Battery-electric Vehicle (BEV) Concept, which provides a glimpse into the future and demonstrates how the industry’s leading truck brand will once again redefine the pickup truck segment. The leading-edge Ram 1500 Revolution BEV Concept showcases a truckload of innovative features that will be seen in future Ram trucks and in particular on Ram’s electrification journey.

    Ram will differentiate itself by offering a portfolio of fully electrified solutions to better meet customer needs, including a segment-redefining Ram 1500 BEV in 2024. The entire Ram lineup will offer electrified solutions with disruptive, leading-edge advanced technology in the years to come. The Ram 1500 Revolution BEV Concept establishes how Ram will push past competitors’ future EV offerings.

    “The Ram 1500 Revolution BEV Concept is our clearest signal yet that we’re on the precipice of something extraordinary at Ram and points directly to where we’re going on our electrified journey,” said Mike Koval Jr., Ram brand CEO – Stellantis. “At Ram, we’ve redefined what pickup trucks can be, and we will do so again by pushing past what competitors are offering by delivering the best electric pickups on the market.”

    The Ram 1500 Revolution BEV Concept is part of Ram’s significant contribution to Stellantis’ Dare Forward 2030 strategic plan to lead the way the world moves by delivering innovative, clean, safe and affordable mobility solutions.

    “The Ram Revolution represents several important things to the Ram brand,” Koval added. “Of course, it’s our new Ram 1500 Revolution BEV Concept that serves as a roadmap to our electrified future. Yet Ram Revolution is also our philosophy as we redefine the pickup segment, with a steady drumbeat of announcements and initiatives as we embark on our electrified journey.”

    Ram is committed to innovation and powertrain leadership with a lineup that consists of anything and everything truck buyers want and need, meeting real-world demands. Today, Ram offers the most fuel-efficient 4x4s and the quickest, fastest and most powerful pickup truck straight from the factory.

    Ram will once again redefine the pickup truck segment with its revolutionary Ram 1500 BEV production model in 2024. It will be the leader in a combination of areas customers care about the most: range, towing, payload and charge time. More news on the production version will be available in the coming months.

    Pioneering design establishes the vision for Ram’s electrified future

    The Ram 1500 Revolution BEV Concept provides a stunning vision of the ultimate pickup truck as part of the future of Ram trucks. Ram’s exterior design team set out to revolutionize the pickup truck segment by creating an ultra-modern concept that exudes heroic strength, maintains its purpose and is environmentally responsible.

    The Ram 1500 Revolution BEV Concept features an exterior design that is strikingly “brutiful” – brutal yet beautiful. An animated and modernized “R-A-M” badge adorns the all-new face of Ram, which features a fully animated LED “tuning fork” design. The doors have been reimagined in a grand saloon-style opening that showcases a cavernous occupant space without a B-pillar. Bright LED lights have been cleverly integrated into the front bumper flares and advancements in lighting are highlighted by fully animated LED taillamps and badging. Building on Ram’s reputation as North America’s off-road and performance truck leader, the Ram 1500 Revolution BEV Concept features an integrated fascia design with a skid plate and new pivoting tow hooks that can sit flush.

    Innovative features are thoughtfully integrated throughout and include a new powered frunk with one-touch open-and-close functionality that adds capability and storage. Other powered features, including a powered charge-port door situated on the driver’s side front quarter panel, a powered tailgate, flush-mounted door handles, powered side steps and a powered rear step with active diffuser, round out the extensive list of powered features.

    The concept features revolutionary side-view mirrors that are smaller, more lightweight and use 3D printed materials for optimal aerodynamics and reduced drag. The side-view mirrors use a digital camera to capture the truck’s surroundings, allowing for a smaller physical size.

    The charge port illuminates and blinks while charging. An audible sound will signal it’s plugged in and charging has begun. The charge port features Level 1 and Level 2 AC charging on the top half and DC fast charging on the bottom half of the charger.

    Recognizable Ram design cues with added capability include a power multifunction tailgate and a larger RamBox. The acute hourglass body design and fender wells clear 35-inch tires with a new unique design. The 1500 Revolution BEV Concept features self-leveling capability and rides on 24-inch wheels with center caps that light up and stay in place.

    These new proportions are achieved courtesy of the innovative STLA Frame EV platform on which the Ram 1500 Revolution BEV Concept is built. New intelligent safety systems and smaller, more powerful electric motors afforded the design team the ability to shift the cabin forward and increase cabin length. The 1500 Revolution BEV Concept features a cabin that is four inches longer than today’s production truck for increased room and comfort while the bed length remains the same.

    New interior boasts sustainable materials with never-before-seen levels of flexibility, comfort and innovation

    Known as a “one space environment,” the Ram 1500 Revolution BEV Concept uses one continuous space front to back that enables several different interior configurations. The “one space environment” theme is bolstered by a new interior layout that offers even more flexibility with room to configure a workspace or for your next adventure.

    A significantly more spacious interior and greater cabin length are the result of a new architecture while the battery’s size allows for more cargo volume. Ram Track, Ram’s rail attachment/floor track system, provides cabin flexibility for the seats and console, as well as usable tie-downs or other storage potential. Ram Track is also incorporated in the frunk, as well as the bed, allowing for true flexibility from front to back.

    Nearly 50 years ago, the club cab was introduced with second-row seating. Half a century later, Ram continues to build on these industry-shaping features with the 1500 BEV Concept ushering in a new feature: third-row jump seats. The powered mid-gate features mounted jump seats with a removable lower section for placement in the bed or outside the vehicle. The mid-gate with powered glass enables a pass-through (and into the frunk) that can fit objects up to 18-ft. long with the tailgate closed.

    Seating and console flexibility was a focus with the center console’s ability to be removed for even more space. If desired, the center console armrest individually converts to a workstation surface. Combined with mid-gate and jump-seat options, the 1500 Revolution BEV Concept offers multiple flexible seating configurations. Lightweight seats feature integrated seatbelts, grab handles and speakers with the ability to fold flat along with extended recline, work, conference modes and deploying the jump seats. Vastly more interior volume benefits second-row and third-row jump seat passengers who enjoy limo-like space.

    The “tuning fork” design is present inside the Ram 1500 Revolution BEV Concept, stretching the length of the dashboard and continuing a theme line to the mid-gate. A full touchscreen display comprised of two screens offers up to 28 inches of screen space as the centerpiece of an interior loaded with advanced technology. The lower display has three different positions depending on the task at hand – minimal view, extended view and full screen view – and can be removed and used in different areas of the truck. The upper screen can also slide on the Ram rail attachment system.

    The rearview mirror combines leading-edge technology to improve safety and convenience. Significantly smaller than traditional truck mirrors without compromising effectiveness, the rearview mirror is packed with a range of sophisticated technologies, including a smart backup camera with 360-degree views, speakers, and receivers compatible with voice assistants, such as Alexa and Siri.

    When in reverse, the camera stitches together images from various other cameras around the truck, providing the driver with a 360-degree view on the interior digital screens. This allows the driver to see their surroundings with greater clarity, helping to avoid accidents and improve safety, especially when backing up to a trailer. The mirror also includes a supplementary backup flood lamp that provides additional visibility when reversing the truck, which is especially useful in low light conditions. In addition to the backup camera, the rearview mirror also communicates with biometric cameras that observe the truck’s environment as it approaches objects and as it’s being approached.

    Digital side-view mirrors and augmented reality (AR) head-up display (HUD) highlight the onboard advanced technology.

    A flat-top and bottom collapsible steering wheel offers enhanced hand grips with capacitive controls, digital screens and a lit “RAM” badge. Tactile swiping technology enables occupants to configure the sun visors or the entire electro-chromatic roof with the ability to adjust the opaqueness. The full glass roof with electro-chromatic panels and integrated roof rails features ambient lightning that’s operated through the overhead console.

    Sustainability was a key focus during development of the Ram 1500 Revolution BEV Concept with unique and resourceful materials seen throughout the interior as a result. Examples include Greyslate Nanostone veneer that is resilient and lightweight and Apple leather, a bi-product from the apple industry that is naturally animal and cruelty free. The Ram 1500 Revolution BEV Concept also features a uniquely textured floor that is composed of recycled rubber and cork particles that enhance durability and functionality.

    Ram’s design team wanted to showcase ideas that deliver every passenger an individualized and personalized experience that seamlessly connects them with their digital lives, as well as the other passengers. Artificial intelligence and the autonomy to enable users to work and play from anywhere were also focal points.

    Redefining pickup truck ownership again with leading-edge technology, connectivity and convenience

    The Ram 1500 Revolution BEV Concept provides a glimpse into leading-edge technology, a fully connected customer experience, and advanced mobility features that deliver confidence for hardworking people every day, no matter their line of work.

    The Ram 1500 Revolution BEV Concept delivers seamless connectivity to transform the experience for the driver and passengers. The concept creates a connected hub that brings a consumer’s digital lifestyle into the vehicle, using advanced technology to create a customized space for each occupant.

    Some unique technology features on the Ram 1500 Revolution BEV Concept include:

    • Vehicle Personal Assistant – Artificial Intelligence (AI)-powered virtual assistant that enhances in-vehicle and exterior interaction with users. A 3D Ram avatar acts as the vehicle’s face, responding to various voice commands from users. Additionally, voice control enables the Ram 1500 Revolution BEV Concept to follow commands from the owner while they’re outside the vehicle, such as close the windows, play music, take a picture, and “follow me” with Shadow Mode
      • Shadow Mode – Allows the vehicle to automatically follow driver walking ahead of the vehicle. This voice-activated feature can be useful in situations where the driver needs to move a short distance and doesn’t want to get back in the truck, such as when picking up tools or equipment from a job site. The truck will follow the driver at a safe distance, using sensors and camera technology to navigate around obstacles. This innovation increases efficiency, making the job easier and more convenient
    • My Day – Intelligent trip planning based on users’ schedules and preferences to provide suggestions at right time and right location
    • Cabin Mode – Cabin Modes are “one button” settings that adjust multiple aspects of the cabin experience at once, based on the use case. They include options such as Productivity Mode, Social Mode, Party Mode, Relax Mode and user-created modes. Adjustments include interior lighting, seat position and orientation, window and skylight opacity, vehicle suspension, sound zones and display content
    • Advanced Augmented Reality (AR) Heads-up Display (HUD) – This feature combines AR HUD and advanced camera and sensor technology to provide enhanced driving assistance. See-through vision uses camera and sensor technology to create an experience that allows the driver to see objects outside of their normal view on the AR HUD. The AR HUD can also display information
    • Intelligent storage app – Mobile application that helps users measure objects to determine if they can be transported with their vehicle. To obtain an object’s dimensions, users can scan the product’s barcode or use a built-in AR camera measuring tool. The mobile app will show users how the object can best be positioned in their vehicle, and internal and external cabin projectors assist by displaying guides on the target storage location
    • Adjustable and removable lower display – Used as a tablet, passenger display, truck bed workstation, vehicle control or video game controller, the two 14.2-inch displays can be combined to provide a larger viewing area
    • Smart Home Control – User can control their smart home from the infotainment screen, adjusting devices such as lights, cameras, thermostats and sound systems
    • Advanced camera and sensor system – Multiple cameras and sensors works together to enhance the driving experience and provide additional functions, such as 3D capture, biometric identity recognition, and 360 photo and video capture
    • Exterior projector – Multiple built-in projectors provide an efficient way to visually communicate information to the user. The projectors also double as a mobile movie theater, allowing the owner to have movie night anytime, anywhere
    • Autonomous capabilities – In Level 3+ autonomous mode, the vehicle retracts the steering wheel to provide additional space for the driver. Interior lights, the AR HUD, smarts seats and the steering wheel work together to provide next-level situational awareness to the driver

    Battery-electric power unlocks new levels of capability and performance

    The Ram 1500 Revolution BEV Concept features all-wheel-drive capability and is powered by two electric drive module (EDMs), which are positioned toward the front and rear of the vehicle, maximizing interior space and enabling the cavernous frunk. Designed to accommodate larger capacity EDMs, the Ram 1500 BEV Concept offers the potential for future high-performance applications.

    The Ram 1500 Revolution BEV Concept can add up to 100 miles of range in approximately 10 minutes with 800-volt DC fast charging at up to 350 kW.

    As part of the Ram brand’s focus on providing consumers a growing and vast array of leading-edge advanced technology, Ram is showcasing a new inductive robot charger – or Ram Charger – at CES 2023, that will make home charging as easy as possible. It detects the vehicle’s presence and its charging needs, and automatically moves into position and aligns itself under the vehicle. Smart-charge capability will allow charging during off-peak time, providing more convenience and peace-of-mind for our customers.

    The Ram 1500 Revolution BEV Concept features four-wheel steering with up to 15 degrees of articulation and is designed to offer greater vehicle maneuverability while parking at low speed, on tight off-road trails, and increases the vehicle’s steering response at high speeds.

    Based on the company’s STLA Frame platform, the Ram 1500 Revolution BEV Concept features a body-on-frame design that incorporates the battery pack efficiently.

    Adjustable air suspension enables three different modes: ingress/egress, aero, off-road.

  • Ram 1500 Backcountry X Concept

    For the truck owner who is serious about combining work and play, the Ram 1500 Backcountry X concept builds upon the class-exclusive RamBox cargo management system with custom-designed RamPack and RamRack features that significantly increase the secure storage space without compromising the functionality of the pickup bed.

    Designed for sleek and integrated fit on both sides of the truck bed, the conceptual RamPack storage compartments – located above the standard RamBox on each bed side – open via a single, carbon-fiber, hatch-type panel. Valuable storage space is expanded by more than 68% (up to 12.3 cubic feet) with the custom RamPack system. Custom rectangular shelves run the full length of the vast compartments and a pair of tie-down loops provide secure mounting locations. Mopar RamBox vertical bin dividers also help to keep stored gear organized.

    The custom RamRack on the Ram 1500 Backcountry X continues the design investigation of the telescoping storage-rack system first shown on the Ram 1500
    Outdoorsman concept at the 2021 SEMA Show. The RamRack uses additional Thule cross rails above the bed for mounting gear and accessories. Attached in each corner of the RamRack are 2-inch TYRI LED lights, while a Center High Mount Stop Light adds a third brake light to the rear crossbar.

    On the inside panel of the tailgate, a custom Mopar RamGate task-bench insert features various conversion charts and an angle finder coupled with an array of Rockler woodworking hardware. A durable Mopar spray-in bedliner protects the floor of the truck bed.

    The Ram 1500 Backcountry X concept rides on a Mopar 2-inch lift kit with FOX shocks, matte-black 20-by-9-inch Fuel Heater wheels and 37-inch BFGoodrich tires. The two-tone Matte Iced Silver Titanium and matte-black exterior stands out with contrasting anodized orange bodyside stripes and accents on the hood, tow hooks (front and rear) and grille badge.

    Up front, a Mopar tubular grille guard has four Mopar 5-inch LED off-road lights to provide significantly enhanced forward lighting.

    Black-painted Mopar tube steps, located on both side rails, provide easy entry and exit from the elevated cabin. A Mopar rear bed step uses an articulating arm that lowers down for easy access to the truck bed and retracts back to a stored position.

    Inside, tone-on-tone neutral green front and second-row bucket seats feature contrasting orange accent stitching that carries throughout the cabin on the steering wheel, door panels and armrests. Contrasting anodized orange air vent controls also provide a custom look and feel.

    Front bucket seats wear custom embroidered Backcountry X and Mopar logos. Between the front seats, a custom, deployable work surface with an integrated measuring system slides out from the soft center armrest and provides 12 by 14 inches of additional workspace.

    Unique interior A-pillar handles and exterior C-pillar handles are wrapped with a stylish black Gode-Tex vinyl.

    Floor protection is provided by Mopar all-weather mats, while under the second-row bench seat, a concept RamVac on-board vacuum makes cleaning the cabin area easy after coming back from the trail or the worksite.

  • Ram 1500 TRX Gold Shot Concept

    The eye-catching Ram 1500 TRX Gold Shot concept transforms the apex predator of the production truck world into a custom high-performance toy hauler for the motocross enthusiast.

    Built upon the 702-horsepower Ram 1500 TRX – the quickest, fastest and most powerful pickup truck in the world – the Satin Bitter Yellow/Satin Black concept carries massive TRX side graphics and brings the proven high-speed capability and durability to arrive at the off-road trails in record time.

    Custom-designed, Vintage Bronze 18-by-9.5-inch Black Rhino Chamber wheels ride on 37-inch BFGoodrich tires for a performance-inspired appearance at all four corners. Providing easy access to a pair of motorcycles in the truck bed is a Mopar bed step that lowers for easy access and, with a gentle push, retracts to a stored, out-of-the way position.

    Behind the cab, a RamBar accessory bar features a pair of concept 14-inch TYRI rectangular LED lights, generating 4,300 lumens of exceptionally bright light. The truck-bed surface is protected by a black, Mopar spray-in textured bedliner.

    Protecting the front and rear underside areas of the TRX Gold Shot concept are custom metal skid plates that feature laser-etched Mopar lettering. Use of the front skid plate helps to increase the approach angle by 2.3 degrees up to 32.5 degrees. Mopar rock rails also help protect the side sills from any damage.

    Just below the rear bumper, a pair of 5-inch black Mopar exhaust tips provide a sporty, finished appearance.

    The premium interior of the TRX Gold Shot concept comes straight from the award-winning Ram 1500 TRX production model with center stack, instrument cluster, flat-bottom steering wheel with prominent paddle shifters and center-console-mounted floor shifter.

    Alaska Gold stitching and accents throughout the interior cabin match the striking exterior look.

    Aggressive sport seats are premium wrapped with Capri leather and perforated Alcantara suede inner bolsters. Gold Spinneybeck leather chaser stripes provide a bold use of exterior-matching contrast color to the black front and rear seats. Both front seats feature embroidered TRX logos on the upper back panels and Mopar logos on the outboard shoulder bolster.

    A vinyl floor from the Ram 1500 Tradesman model allows for quick and easy interior cleaning.

  • Ram 2500 Heavy Duty Rebel

    Ram unveiled the new 2023 Ram 2500 Heavy Duty Rebel at the State Fair of Texas. This new model expands the brand’s heavy-duty lineup and offers a unique and exceptional combination of off-road performance without sacrificing towing and payload capabilities.

    The new 2023 Ram Heavy Duty Rebel, positioned between Laramie and Power Wagon, further fortifies Ram trucks as North America’s off-road and performance truck leader.

    “Ram Heavy Duty Rebel buyers will enjoy that the newest addition to our versatile lineup offers a combination of off-road performance without having to sacrifice capability,” said Mike Koval Jr., Ram brand CEO – Stellantis. “Ram has a deep, rich and strong history of the most capable off-road trucks, and the new 2023 Ram Heavy Duty Rebel adds to that history while delivering the segment’s benchmarks in comfort, luxury materials, innovation and technology.”

    Ram Heavy Duty Rebel models offer a choice between a 6.4-liter HEMI® V-8 with cylinder deactivation and variable-cam timing (VCT) and 6.7-liter Cummins Turbo Diesel I-6 engines. Other features include a unique suspension, rear limited slip differential, rear electronic locker and an available 12,000-lb. winch installed from the factory.

    2023 Ram Heavy Duty Rebel

    The new 2023 Ram 2500 Heavy Duty Rebel offers off-road truck buyers an even wider selection with increased off-road performance and towing and payload capability. Ram Heavy Duty Rebel features a unique combination of technology, performance and a distinctive exterior appearance straight from the factory.

    The Ram 2500 Heavy Duty Rebel uses Power Wagon’s structure and off-road prowess as a base while offering an alternative that off-road truck customers have been clamoring for, an available 6.7-liter Cummins Standard-Output Turbo Diesel I-6 engine that produces 370 horsepower and 850 lb.-ft. of torque with a powerband that provides ample torque starting at 1,700 rpm. The 68RFE six-speed automatic transmission is standard with the turbo diesel option. The standard 6.4-liter HEMI V-8 with cylinder deactivation and VCT provides 410 horsepower and 429 lb.-ft. of torque and is paired with the 8HP75 eight-speed automatic transmission.

    Exterior styling cues are shared with Power Wagon, but Rebel features unique badging and a sport performance hood from Mopar. Ram Heavy Duty Rebel also features a unique off-road suspension, a rear limited-slip differential and rear electronic locker, 20-inch wheels (optional 18-inch wheels – late availability), 33-inch off-road tires and skid plates that protect the fuel tank and transfer case. Cargo tie-downs are standard while a spray-in bedliner, LED bed lighting and bed step are available.

    An integrated front-mounted WARN Zeon-12 winch, rated at 12,000 lbs., is available on 2023 Ram 2500 Heavy Duty Rebel models equipped with the 6.4-liter HEMI V-8 engine. The winch is installed at the factory and features a unique fairlead and fairlead retainer that utilizes a synthetic line that is maneuverable and won’t kink or fray.

    Ram Heavy Duty trucks already feature a segment-leading suspension system with the best ride and handling, loaded or unloaded. The new 2023 Ram 2500 Heavy Duty Rebel uses this exclusive five-link coil design that provides enhanced load-carrying characteristics and articulation. An available rear air suspension system is also available and further enhances best-in-class ride and handling qualities. Maximum towing for the 2023 Ram 2500 Heavy Duty Rebel is 16,870 pounds and maximum payload is 3,140 pounds.

    Inside, the new 2023 Ram 2500 Heavy Duty Rebel offers three different seating options, including a cloth bench or bucket seat, a Bristol leather bench or bucket seat and a full Natura Plus leather bucket seat. Rebel also features a 360-degree Surround View camera, which includes forward-view camera gridlines to help navigate obstacles. This system provides a single display-screen view of both sides of a trailer to assist drivers in maneuvering towing setups. An available 12-inch frameless digital gauge cluster features nearly two dozen different menus. The full-color cluster features five reconfigurable tiles for at-a-glance data, or quick and easy access to the most used information. Drivers may choose between analog or digital instrumentation. All cluster settings can be saved to a user profile.

    Available safety features include adaptive cruise control, full-speed forward-collision warning plus, Lane Keep Assist, Blind-spot Monitoring and Rear Cross Path detection, automatic headlamps, digital rearview mirror with tow mode and rain-sensing windshield wipers.

    Ram 2500 Heavy Duty Rebel is available in a crew cab configuration with a six-foot, four-inch box.

    The new 2023 Ram 2500 Heavy Duty Rebel manufacturer’s suggested retail price (MSRP) starts at $67,045 plus $1,895 destination.

    New 2023 Ram 2500 Heavy Duty Rebel models go on sale in the fourth quarter of 2022.

  • 2022 Ram 1500 TRX Sandblast Edition Joins Ram Lineup

    2022 Ram 1500 TRX Sandblast Edition

    Ram today announced it is expanding its light-duty lineup with the addition of the exclusive new 2022 Ram 1500 TRX Sandblast Edition, offering performance truck buyers an even wider selection of exterior and interior appointments and content.

    “Our customers want to stand out from the crowd and the new Ram 1500 TRX Sandblast Edition allows them to do just that, while offering the segment’s best combination of performance, capability and technology,” said Mike Koval Jr., Ram brand CEO – Stellantis. “We’re constantly expanding and exploring new ideas to meet the needs and fuel the imagination of our passionate customers, and this is the latest example of how Ram trucks deliver features that will continue to win over more and more buyers.”

    The new 2022 Ram 1500 TRX Sandblast Edition expands the light-duty lineup that already features the quickest, fastest, most powerful and most fuel-efficient trucks on the road today. The Ram Truck lineup steps forward with the full force of modern capability providing confidence-inspiring features and class-exclusive vehicle safety.

    Ram worked with well-known racing enthusiast Ken Block to reveal the vehicle to his millions of fans across his social channels.  Block, who owns a Ram 1500 TRX, put the truck through its paces last week in Johnson Valley, Calif.

    Ram 1500 Sandblast Edition

    The Ram 1500 TRX Sandblast Edition offers performance truck buyers an even wider selection of unique content for even greater personalization and features a unique combination of technology, graphics, performance and exterior appearance straight from the factory.

    The Ram 1500 TRX Sandblast Edition enhances the well-appointed TRX Level 2 Equipment Group and includes a unique Mojave Sand exterior color and graphics, unique 18-inch all-black beadlock capable wheels, dual pane panoramic sunroof, spray-in bedliner, cargo tie-downs, bed step and an LED cab-mounted brake light. Inside, the TRX Sandblast Edition includes Light Frost accent stitching, an embroidered “TRX” seat back logo, unique carbon fiber accents, a leather and carbon-fiber flat-bottom steering wheel, unique center console badge, Head-up Display and a driver’s screen that features TRX in Mojave Sand. Safety features include adaptive cruise control, Lane Keep Assist and pedestrian emergency braking.

    The 2022 Ram 1500 TRX Sandblast Edition offers the proven and reliable high-performance 6.2-liter supercharged HEMI® V-8 engine, delivering top output for extended driving sessions without degradation in performance.

    Ram 1500 TRX Sandblast Edition manufacturer’s suggested retail price (MSRP) starts at $98,285, plus $1,795 destination.

    New 2022 Ram 1500 TRX Sandblast Edition models go on sale this summer.

    2022 Dodge Ram 1500 TRX Sandblast Edition
    2022 Dodge Ram 1500 TRX Sandblast Edition
    2022 Dodge Ram 1500 TRX Sandblast Edition
    2022 Dodge Ram 1500 TRX Sandblast Edition
    2022 Dodge Ram 1500 TRX Sandblast Edition
    2022 Dodge Ram 1500 TRX Sandblast Edition
    2022 Dodge Ram 1500 TRX Sandblast Edition
    2022 Dodge Ram 1500 TRX Sandblast Edition

    Ram Truck Brand

    In 2009, the Ram Truck brand launched as a stand-alone division, focused on meeting the demands of truck buyers and delivering benchmark-quality vehicles. With a full lineup of trucks, the Ram 1500, 2500/3500 Heavy Duty, 3500/4500/5500 Chassis Cab, ProMaster and ProMaster City, the Ram brand builds trucks that get the hard work done and families where they need to go.

    Ram is the number one brand in new vehicle quality and is the only truck-exclusive brand to ever finish first in J.D. Power’s Initial Quality Study (2021), which tracks new vehicle performance over the first three months of ownership. In the same study, Ram Heavy Duty models also scored best, making Ram the number-one truck brand in new vehicle quality among large heavy-duty pickups.

    In addition, the latest J.D. Power APEAL study – which rates the emotional bond between customers and their vehicles – named the 2021 Ram 1500 as the best vehicle in the large light-duty pickup category. This marks the second straight year Ram 1500 has received top honors.

    The 2022 Ram 1500 lineup includes the Know & Go mobile app featuring an immersive experience for customers who want to learn more about their vehicles.

    Ram continues to outperform the competition and sets the benchmarks for:

    • 1,075 lb.-ft. of torque with Cummins Turbo Diesel
    • Towing capacity of 37,090 lbs. with Ram 3500
    • Segment first 1,000 lb.-ft of torque with Cummins Turbo Diesel
    • Payload of 7,680 lbs. with Ram 3500
    • Most luxurious: Ram Limited with real wood, real leather and 12-inch Uconnect touchscreen
    • Best ride and handling with exclusive link coil rear and auto-level air suspensions
    • Most interior space with Ram Mega Cab
    • The most cargo space available in any traditional full size cargo van
    • Most capable full-size off-road pickup – Ram Power Wagon
    • Ram 1500, America’s most powerful half-ton diesel pickup with 480 lb.-ft. of torque, achieves an unsurpassed 33 mpg highway and delivers up to 1,000 miles of range on a single tank of fuel
    • Ram 1500 TRX is the quickest, fastest and most powerful mass-produced pickup truck in the world
    • Most awarded light-duty truck in America
    • Highest owner loyalty of any half-ton pickup

  • Jeep, Ram and Chrysler win prestigious awards at this year’s AutoPacific Vehicle Satisfaction Awards

    2021 Jeep Grand CherokeeThree Stellantis vehicles, Chrysler Pacifica, Jeep Grand Cherokee and Ram 1500, have been announced winners at the 2021 AutoPacific Vehicle Satisfaction Awards, and were recognized as the most flexible and satisfactory vehicles on the market, all rated by customers.

    The Pacifica adds Most Satisfying Minivan to its collection of 155 awards, whicle the Grand Cherokee takes home the “Most Satisfying Mid-Size SUV”. Ram 1500, on the other hand, earns the recognition of consumers as the most handy machine out there.

    The organization itself, AutoPacific celebrates 35 years of existence and provides comprehensive research and product-consulting services. The team publishes a wide variety of syndicated studies about the automobile industry and conducts extensive proprietary research and consulting for manufacturers, distributors, marketers and suppliers worldwide.

    Chrysler Pacifica

    2021 Chrysler Pacifica

    Chrysler has set a new standard with the unveiling of Pacifica, and with the lineup’s latest iteration, Chrysler has raised the bar even higher – new 2021 Pacifica features AWD capability, paired with the brand’s own and exclusive Stow ‘n Go seating, new FamCAM interior camera, wireless charging, next-generation Uconnect 5 connectivity, an athletic new look.

    Jeep Grand Cherokee

    The Jeep Grand Cherokee comes with advanced 4×4 system, Jeep’s Quadra-Lift air suspension system, and class-leading Selec-Terrain traction system. Also, the Grand Cherokee boasts best-in-class towing of 7,200 pounds and a crawl ratio of 44.1:1.

    SEE ALSO: Bentley reveals new Flying Spur Hybrid and plans for the future

    Ram 1500

    2021 Ram 1500

    New 1500 machine comes with up to 12,750 pounds of towing capability and 2,300 pounds of payload, eTorque mild hybrid system, 480 lb.-ft, Uconnect 4C with a 12-inch touchscreen, 360-degree camera views, and exclusive content from SiriusXM with 360L and Personalized Stations Powered by Pandora.

     

  • Ram announces the arrival of 1500 Laramie G/T and Rebel G/T models

    2022 Ram 1500 RebelRam announced the expansion of the light-duty lineup with the additions of the new 2022 Ram 1500 Laramie G/T and Ram 1500 Rebel G/T models. Both vehicles further solidify the lineup and showcase tons of neat features and technologies.

    Ram 1500 G/T models come with sporty hood and dedicated decals that distinguish them from the rest of the Rebel and Laramie models. Also, there’s a factory-installed cold-end exhaust and cold-air intake, available via Mopar, and are part of the standard equipment.

    The vehicles also come with tons of goodies that are first seen on a non-TRX model. Such include paddle shifters, a console-mounted performance shifter and a metal pedal kit.

    SEE ALSO: Hyundai IONIQ 5 wins numerous awards at the Auto Express New Car Awards event

    The 2022 1500 Laramie G/T and Rebel G/T are available in a Crew Cab configuration with a 5.7-liter V8 with eTorque mild-hybrid assist.

    The 2022 Ram 1500 Laramie G/T and Rebel G/T go on sale in the third quarter of 2021.

  • Ram announces the exclusive 2022 1500 Limited 10th Anniversary Edition

    2022 Ram 1500 AnniversaryRam is commemorating a decade of high-end pickups with the introduction of the new exclusive 2022 1500 Limited 10th Anniversary Edition

    Featuring tons of premium materials, components, and gadgets, the special edition comes with real wood inserts, metal and leather components, and many customization options. Some of the exclusive goodies are Blue Shade exterior color, multifunctional tailgate, Mopar central-mounted bed step, and adjustable cargo tie.

    2022 Ram 1500 Anniversary

    The interior also received special attention and welcomes drivers and passengers to a rather cozy and functional space. Some of the features include segment-exclusive leather-wrapped seats and door inserts, a new suede headliner, A-pillar, and special visors. Furthermore, the 10th Anniversary edition features a new Indigo/Sea Salt Grey cabin color with aluminum Litho bezels, a unique shifter central cap, a 19-speaker premium audio system, and more.

    SEE ALSO: Acura team earns podium finishes at the 99th Running of Pikes Peak Hill Climb

    In terms of drivetrain system, Ram 1500 Limited 10th Anniversary Edition comes with a 5.7-liter V-8 with an eTorque mild-hybrid assist or 3.0-liter EcoDiesel engine.

    Stick with us for further details!

    2022 Ram 1500 Anniversary

     

     

  • TFLtruck names Ram and Jeep winners of Gold Winch Awards!

    2020 Jeep GladiatorThe Fast-Lane Truck (TFLtruck) has named two FCA vehicles as winners of the 2020 Gold Winch Awards. The first is the 2020 Jeep Gladiator, which has earned the Gold Winch award as the Best Mid-Size Off-Road truck of the year. The second vehicle is the 2020 Ram Power Wagon and it has managed to earn Gold Winch awards as the Best Heavy Duty Off-Road truck of the year.

    For Gold Winch Evaluations, TFLtruck’s editors tested vehicle on demanding paths in Colorado, reaching high elevations with terrain that varies from loose gravel to rocks and snow. The Gladiator’s overall performance on-road and off-road was so smooth and flawless that it has managed to impress all of the jury members.

    SEE ALSO: Honda is recognized as Best Value Brand – details here!

    Judges have also recognized Power Wagon’s off-road capabilities and equipment. Especially notable were the special suspension system, the 2-ich factory lift, locking front and rear differentials, disconnecting front sway bar and the 12,000lb winch. After the votes were counted, 2020 Jeep Gladiator Rubicon and 2020 Ram Power Wagon were determined to be the winners of each respective segment.

    2020 RAM Power Wagon

    Neat!

    Source: FCA US LLC

  • Jeep Gladiator and RAM 1500 receive a prestigious award!

    2020 Jeep Gladiator Jeep Gladiator earns a spot on Autotrader’s 10 Best Car Interiors in its first year of availability. At the same time, Ram 1500 makes an appearance on the list for the third consecutive time in three years. As you might know, every year, Autotrader’s editors comprehensively review the latest models for the 10 Best Car Interiors Under $50,000USD list.

    For 2020 model year, Jeep Gladiator makes the list in its first year of availability while Ram 1500 also joins, making the list for the third time in three years. Gladiator and 1500 are, in fact, the only pickups to earn a spot on this coveted list.

    Editors rate interiors on comfort, quality of materials and logic of use in order to help consumers find the most suitable vehicle for their particular needs.

    SEE ALSO: Hyundai and Kia present a next-gen ICT Connected shift system

    The Gladiator has managed to impress editors with its high-end materials, soft-touch dashboard, rubberized controls, and aluminum accents. The leather seats, ample luggage space, and USB connectivity are also playing a key role in the recognition. On the other hand, RAM 15000, offers high-quality materials, ergonomic design, and all top-notch mod cons. Sweet!

    2020 RAM 1500

    Source: FCA US LLC

  • New Ram 1500 comes with an award-winning drivetrain system

    2020 Ram 1500Edmunds has named Ram 1500 as its Top Rated Truck for 2020. As you might know, the Edmunds Top Rated awards include seven categories and recognize the overall excellence of vehicles in the market today.

    Edmunds test every competitive vehicle on the market and the winner of each category represents the best of that particular segment no matter when the vehicle was launched.

    The winner itself, Ram 1500, features a revised 3.0-liter V6 EcoDiesel engine that leads the half-ton pickup segment in torque with the massive 480lb-ft and diesel towing capacity of 12,560 pounds. Additionally, the EcoDiesel also leads all trucks in fuel range. Mated to an available 33-gallon fuel tank, Ram’s driving range exceeds 1,000 miles. Neat!

    SEE ALSO: 2020 Kia Telluride takes home one more award

    New for the 2020 model is the increased overall engine output, all along with superb fuel economy and minimal levels of noise, vibration and harshness. Furthermore, the new engine is rated as best-in-class 480lb-ft of torque, which represents a massive 14 per cent increase from the previous-generation engines. The horsepower output is also increased with a total of 8 per cent to 260hp. The engine is available in all models and configurations, including the new Ram Rebel.

    Source: Ram