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Odd Style but Big Charisma: Meet the 2015 Ram 1500 Rebel

As a true rebel, the 2015 Ram 1500 Rebel brings a one-of-a-kind off-road design to the full-size truck segment. Just take a look at its muscular and aggressive stance, emphasized through its blacked-out grille and the huge billet silver “RAM” letter badge. The grille tops a completely new black off-road front bumper with a new design that incorporates a powder coated, billet silver skid plate, front tow hooks and LED fog lamps. Beneath the aluminum, twin-snorkel sport hood is positioned the black bezel bi-functional projector headlamps with LED marker lights.

The sides are as rebellious and include the same blacked-out design theme. There we can also see black Power Wagon wheel-arch moldings, flat-black badge, mirrors and lower body panels. We can’t skip the 17-inch aluminum wheel with matte black painted accent pockets and multi-angled surfaces.

At the back, we see “RAM” stamped tailgate with blacked-out lettering as well as “Rebel” and “4X4” badges. The new rear bumper is also treated with durable black powder coating, while the tail lamps incorporate black bezels to match forward lighting.

The vehicle will be offered in a choice of five colors: Granite Crystal Metallic, Bright Silver Metallic, Flame Red, Bright White and Brilliant Black. There are also monotone and two-tone paint options.

The interior of the rebel is adorned by technical grain vinyl seats finished in Radar Red and Black. They also feature Sedoso fabric inserts embossed with the Toyo tire tread pattern. The black design scheme is continued through the instrument panel, door armrests and logo-embossed center console armrest cover, which are topped with two-tone Radar Red and Light Gray accent stitching.

In contrast the Radar Red color is used for the anodized vent rings, door accent rings, door trim spears and center console trim ring. The heated steering wheel is wrapped with semi-perforated black leather, accentuated by Radar Red X-stitches.

The engine range should be as rebellious as the vehicle. And it is! It includes the 3.6-liter Pentastar V-6 unit and 5.7-liter HEMI one in either 4X2 (HEMI only) or 4X4 configurations. There is a RamBox which is optional.

Precisely, the 3.6-liter engine produces 305 horsepower (224 kW) and 365 Nm (269 lb-ft) of torque. Despite its might it offers best-in-class gasoline fuel economy of 25 (mpg). On the other hand, the iconic 5.7-liter HEMI V-8 generates 395 horsepower (537 kW) and 555 Nm (410 lb-ft) of torque.

The TorqueFlite 8 automatic transmission is standard equipment for both units. In addition, they are available with a rear anti-spin differential, which turns both rear wheels in tandem when increased torque is applied.

2015 Ram 1500 Rebel goes on sale in the second half of this year.

Source: Ram Truck Brand

January 15, 2015

2015 Ram 1500 EcoDiesel HFE Stands for Highest Fuel Economy

Ram Truck has good news for its environmentally minded customers. It will add new and more fuel-efficient model to its half-ton truck lineup – the 2015 Ram 1500 EcoDiesel HFE. This vehicle will deliver the best fuel efficiency among all its competitors. And this is why Ram has called this model “HFE”, meaning “Highest Fuel Economy”. The truck already got an EPA-certified 29 mpg highway fuel economy rating, while the city and combined mpgs are 21 and 24, respectively.

Furthermore, the “fuel economy king” is also equipped with one-of-a-kind trim package. It also features 6-ft. 4-in. bed as well as huge 20-inch wheels. The truck will be also available with a body-colored fascia adopted from the Ram Express model, thus giving it sporty exterior appearance.

Not to mention the class-exclusive wheel-to-wheel side steps and a tri-fold tonneau cover, which will offer better functionality, best-in-class aerodynamics and better fuel efficiency. There will be a special HFE badge which will proudly show truck’s MPG claims.

TorqueFlite eight-speed automatic transmission, stop-start system, thermal management system are all standard here. The active aerodynamics, including grille shutters and air suspension also contribute towards vehicles outstanding fuel efficiency.

1500 EcoDiesel HFE will be offered with several trims destined to combine capability with sophistication. Precisely, they are called Laramie, Laramie Longhorn and Laramie Limited, and they feature full-leather seating, real wood interior components and modish design.

2015 Ram 1500 EcoDiesel HFE will go on sale in the first quarter of this year.

Source: Ram Truck Brand

January 14, 2015

New Guinness World Record: Raminator is the Fastest Monster Truck [VIDEO]

Ram Truck Brand is America’s fastest growing truck company which broke the speed record for monster trucks. This record was set at Circuit of the America’s in Austin, Texas. The vehicle involved is the Raminator. This is a monster truck that is sponsored by the Ram Truck brand and that has now received the accolade “Fastest Speed for a Monster Truck”.

The vehicle has hit the record speed of 99.10 miles per hour. The person behind the wheel of this “monster” is Mark Hall and he has secured the Guinness World Records title by simply breaking the previous record of 96.8 mph.

Raminator has also received several other accolades. It has been named “Truck of the Year” by Monster Truck Racing Association (MTRA) for the eight time in a row. What is more, the driver Mark Hall has been dubbed by the same organization “Driver of the Year”.

This actually happens for ninth time since 1996. At last, the MTRA has named the Crew Chief Tim Hall “Mechanic of the Year” five times since 2006. Circuit of The Americas is where the record was achieved. It is a multi-purpose facility and 3.4 mile race track which is situated on 1000-acre site in southeast Austin.

Ram-sponsored monster truck lineup features the 2014 Monster Truck Nationals Champion Raminator and Rammunition. This year Mopar also introduced Mopar Muscle vehicle. However, the line-up of monster trucks are owned and operated by the Hall Brothers Racing Team.

Watch how the Raminator sets the new Guinness World Record for being the fastest monster truck in the video below.

Source: Ram Truck Brand

December 16, 2014

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

Ram Launches 2015 Heavy Duty Models [VIDEO]

Ram Truck Brand is currently starting the production of the 2015 Ram 2500 and 3500 HD vehicles. The news here is that the Ram 3500 models will offer increased torque ratings of 865 lb.-ft. (1172 Nm) and an increased payload of 7,390 pounds. They also will capable of maintaining maximum tow rating of 30,000 pounds. The company has worked closely with Cummins to make turbo boost calibration to the 6.7-liter engine. The result is an additional 20 Nm (15 lb.-ft.) of torque.

As mentioned Ram Heavy Duty are equipped with 6.4-liter HEMI V-8. The 16-valve engine produces 410 horsepower (306 kW) at 5,600 rpm and a peak torque rating of 429 lb.-ft.(582 Nm), at 4,000 rpm.

The second engine option is the 5.7-liter HEMI V-8, which is standard equipment for the Ram 2500 and 3500 (SRW). The engine generates 383 horsepower (282 kW) at 5,600 rpm and peak torque of 400 lb.-ft. (542 Nm) of torque at 4,000 rpm. The unit is coupled to a 66RFE six-speed automatic transmission.

The 6.7-liter Cummins Turbo Diesel I-6 is offered as an option in three versions. The first one is matched with six-speed manual transmission and delivers 350 horsepower (257 kW) at 2,800 rpm and 660 lb.-ft. (864 Nm) of torque at 1,400 rpm. The second option couples the Cummins to the 68RFE six-speed automatic transmission and this makes it produce 370 horsepower (272 kW) at 2,800 rpm with 800 lb.-ft. (1084 Nm) of torque at 1,600 rpm.

At the top of the range stands the 6.7-liter Cummins High-Output Turbo Diesel I-6 for Ram 3500 which is paired with the Aisin six-speed automatic transmission. Next to the 385 horsepower (283 kW) at 2,800 rpm and torque of 865 lb.-ft. (1172 Nm) at 1,700 rpm.

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Video Source: YouTube

Source: Ram Truck Brand

August 26, 2014

2015 Dodge Ram ProMaster City [video]

Here is a very interesting vehicle – 2015 Dodge Ram ProMaster City. Although you may recognize it as Fiat Doblo, the ProMaster City comes with slightly revised design and best-in-class, functional elements tied directly to commercial customer demand. The model also features strengthened unibody and an increased ride height.

The exterior features a new new front fascia and revised headlights, while inside the working vehicle is pretty basic – a simplified color palette, durable fabric seats and six tie-down rings. The model can be equipeed with a 5” Uconnect infotainment system with GPS navigation and internet connectivity upon request.

The engine range includes a 2.4 liter Tigershark four-cylinder petrol engine – 178HP (137 kW) and 234Nm (174 lb-ft) of torque. It is connected to Chrysler’s 9-speed automatic transmission that promises to deliver best-in-class fuel economy.

2015 Ram ProMaster City also features a best-in-class payload capacity of 854 kg (1,883 lbs) and an unsurpassed towing rating of 2,000 lbs (907 kg). The model also boasts an impressive cargo capacity of 131.7 cubic feet (36.87 m³).

“As businesses strive for lower costs, the demand for a smaller, more efficient van has increased and Ram Commercial is answering the bell with the all-new ProMaster City,” commented Reid Bigland, President and CEO — Ram Truck Brand, Chrysler Group LLC.

“Years ago, the selection of delivery and cargo vehicles was limited and those offerings didn’t focus on cost of ownership. Today all of that has changed with the recent introduction of the full-size Ram ProMaster, and the now the Ram ProMaster City.”, he added.

httpv://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oRi6FwKyKJQ

Source: Dodge

June 27, 2014

Ram Truck Introduces 2014 Heavy Duty Black Edition

2014 Ram Heavy Duty Black was revealed at the Atlanta International Auto Show. There it showed a combination of brute force and style. The new Ram is equipped with a choice of powertrains, both gas and diesel, and also offers a long list of features such as Cargo-view Camera, RamBox, manual transmission, link coil rear suspension as well as air suspension.

Featuring a Black package, the new Ram vehicle is characterized by its all-black exterior. Precisely, it features 20-inch black aluminum wheels, fog lamps and black grille surround with black horizontal inserts. Black front and rear bumpers and head badges on the grille and tailgate round out the appearance of the truck.

Ram removed all body-side badging, but offers the option of keeping them if the vehicle is ordered with a Cummins engine. For those trucks, only the diesel designation remains. A new powertrain has been added which is the 6.4-liter HEMI V-8 gas engine. The latter delivers up to 410 horsepower (301 kW) and 581 Nm (429 lb.-ft.) of torque. Other engine options include the 5.7-liter HEMI V-8 and the renowned 6.7-liter Cummins Turbo Diesel I-6, generating 385 horsepower (283 kW) and 1152 Nm (850 lb.-ft.) of torque.

Furthermore, the Ram Heavy Duty Black package also boasts premium bi-functional halogen projector headlamps with black bezels, 15 amber LEDs for park/turn/position lamp and three amber LEDs for the side marker. The taillamps also offer black finishes and comprise of 15 red LEDs with three red LEDs for the side markers.

In the Black package are also included Parkview and Parksense technologies. 2014 Ram Heavy Duty Black is available in Ram 2500 and 3500 SRW, Crew Cab and Mega Cab, Big Horn/Lone Star and Laramie models with the choice of two- or four-wheel-drive. The pricing starts at $42,140 USD.

Source: Ram Truck

April 4, 2014

2014 Avorza Dodge Ram 3500 Black and Red [video]

Here is a video with some highlights of 2014 Avorza Dodge Ram 3500 Black & Red Edition prepared by Alex Vega The Auto Firm. The vehicle comes with styling modifications only.The stylish pick-up truck is finished in finished in black metallic paint and comes with a lot red accents – headlights, emblems, side signs and two-tone wheels fitted with low-profile Pirelli tires. The tuned Ram 3500 also comes with fully-adjustable air suspension.The power is coming from a 6.7 liter inline-six Cummins diesel – 350HP (260 kW) and 880Nm (650 lb-ft) of torque. The engine is connected to a 6-speed automatic gearbox.httpv://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5YKKop912H8

February 10, 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

Chrysler To Develop Human Biology-Inspired CNG Vehicles

A technology based on the human biology will breathe new life into Chrysler’s CNG commitment, was just announced. The human body will serve as an inspiration for the brand to design the next generation of fuel tanks powering compressed natural gas (CNG) vehicles.

To be more precise, Chrysler will take as an example the human lungs, which comprise of countless individual sacks called alveoli. Their function is to expand the lung’s total air capacity. The brand will utilize the same approach in order to improve the packaging of CNG tanks.

The work of Chrysler Group will be supported in part by a $50,000 grant from the Michigan Economic Development Council’s Technology Innovation Challenge which helps companies accelerate advanced-technology initiatives.

First, CNG-powered vehicles require larger fuel tanks to deliver range that is comparable to that of gas- or diesel-powered vehicles. Secondly, the current design of CNG tank is also limited to cylindrical shape in order to accommodate the pressure at which the gaseous fuel is stored.

Brand’s patent-pending technology addresses both issues via the expansion of the tank’s capacity and enabling designs that conform to the vehicle. Of course the result will benefit from more space for passengers and cargo.

On the market Chrysler has launched the Dodge Ram 2500 Compressed Natural Gas truck, which is industry’s only factory-built CNG-powered pickup. The vehicle is equipped with a 5.7-liter HEMI V-8 engine that burns CNG.

When that fuel is depleted, it automatically and seamlessly switches to gasoline. To go even further into details, the truck can travel on a single fill-up up to 255 miles, and a total of 745 miles when equipped with an available 35-gallon reserve gas tank.

Source: Chrysler

November 13, 2013

Ram Teases Rumble Bee Concept

Dodge Ram Rumble Bee was a truck inspired by the iconic back in the days Dodge Super Bee muscle cars. It was characterized by its special bumble bee stripe. The model was offered in limited edition run in the years of 2004 and 2005.

Back then, the Ram Rumble Bee was being only available in a regular SLT trim with either two or four-wheel drive. The car was powered by a 5.7 liter Hemi V8 which was capable of generating 345 hp (254 kW) and 508 Nm (375 lb•ft) of torque. All in all 8700 examples of this model were built and sold.

Now, Ram Truck is announcing fantastic news about the fans of the Rumble Bee. The brand is going to reveal a new concept version of the model at 13 mile and Woodward during the 2013 Woodward Dream Cruise. This will happen on 17th of August.

Although Ram Brand did not provide any other information about the vehicle, judging from the photos and having in mind the previous models, we can assume that the new concept will be most likely yellow and will run of big black five-spoke wheels.

Pictures Source: Dodge

August 15, 2013

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

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