Ram 1500
2014 RAM 1500 EcoDiesel Will Tow up to 9,200 Pounds
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RAM has announced that its 2014 1500 EcoDiesel will be able to tow up to 9,200 lbs, as much as most HEMI-powered RAM models.
How the Ram 1500’s Diesel Almost Wound Up in the Cadillac CTS
Ram recently announced its new 1500 diesel model, powered by a 3.0-liter EcoDiesel V6; but the story behind that engine’s development actually involves one of the American automaker’s major competitors.
Ram 1500 Black Express Arrives With Attitude This Month
Ram has introduced the “Black Express” model for its 2013 1500 pickup, which the American automaker bills as the “baddest-looking factory-built truck on the market.”
Commute, Toy or Destroy – Chevrolet Silverado 1500 vs Ford F-150 vs Ram 1500
We are back with this week’s installment of AutoGuide’s newest, interactive weekly feature ‘Commute, Toy or Destroy’.
2014 RAM 1500 3.0L Diesel a $2850 Option with 420 lb-ft
Ram is aiming straight for the heart of pickup truck buyers everywhere by bringing a new diesel engine to the 1500, which is officially rated at 240 hp and 420 lb-ft of torque.
Top 10 Trucks for the Working Man (or Woman)
Several months back we posted an epic Top 10 list highlighting some of the priciest, most opulent and downright ludicrous pickups available on the market. Vehicles like the Cadillac Escalade EXT and Harley-Davidson F-150 are but a couple of the high-brow haulers we featured. Those vehicles – and we hesitate to call them trucks –…
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RAM 1500 Diesel Production to Begin in September
Originally revealed in February, RAM has announced that production on the RAM 1500 Diesel will begin September 2013.
Why Your Pickup Truck’s Tow Rating is BS
Trucks are big profit generators for automakers. The half-ton and heavy-duty pickup segments are probably the most fiercely competitive categories in the industry. Brands fight tooth and nail for every sale they can make. To move the metal they’re willing to leverage any and every competitive advantage no matter how small. Not surprisingly this winner-take-all…
RAM Trucks Recalled for Parking Brake, Engine Cover
Chrysler is recalling roughly 9,300 Ram 1500 pickup trucks because the parking brakes might be insufficient. The brand is also recalling 7,000 heavy-duty pickups to replace their engine covers.
Top 10 Trucks for Urban Cowboys
Once upon a time trucks were built for work. They had manual door locks, crank windows and AM radios, if they had any sound system at all. Leather seats, air conditioning and voice-activated distractions were out of the question. Like a framing hammer, pickups were simple and effective. For decades they were purpose-made for hard-working…
2013 Nissan Frontier Gets Lower Price, Higher MPG
Along with V8 engines and the manual transmission, compact pickups are on the endangered automotive species list. To fend-off extinction, Nissan has made a few important changes to the 2013 Frontier to lift its sales.
Chrysler Recalls 278,000 Trucks and SUVs for Rear Axle Issue
Chrysler announced a recall today for approximately 278,222 trucks and SUVs over an issue with the rear-axle differential.
2013 Ram 1500 Wins North American Truck/Utility Vehicle of the Year
With nary another a truck in sight, the 2013 Ram 1500 has won the North American Truck/Utility vehicle of the year award. The RAM beats out the Mazda CX-5 and Ford C-Max for the honor – as though there was any doubt.
2013 North American Truck/Utility Vehicle of the Year Short List Announced
Finalists for this year’s North American Truck/Utility Vehicle of the Year award were announced today — a combination that leaves little space for chunky workhorses from the Detroit 3.
2013 RAM 1500 Gets Over 300 Mopar Accessories
The Ram 1500 got some styling updates as well as a new transmission option for 2013, and now Mopar is offering over 300 accessories ranging from added chrome goodies to tonneau covers.
Urban RAM Concept Gets 6.4L HEMI Power
The existing 5.7-liter HEMI in the RAM 1500 puts out 395 hp and 407 lb-ft of torque, but Mopar has decided to kick it up with the Urban RAM concept that will debut at the 2012 SEMA show, sporting a 6.4-liter HEMI sourced from the Challenger SRT8 that makes 470 hp and 470 lb-ft of torque.
Chrysler Targeting Hispanic Market in New Commercials
To promote its 2013 Ram 1500 pickup, Chrysler is launching two new advertisement campaigns, with one targeting the Hispanic market.
RAM 1500, Dodge Dakota Recalled: 15,379 Units
Chrysler is recalling 15,379 units split between RAM 1500 pickups and Dodge Dakota utility vehicles because of a rear axle pinion nut that might be improperly manufactured.
SRT Viper Buyers Offered Free Uconnect Trial
Chrysler will debut its new “Uconnect Access” service in the 2013 RAM 1500 pickup truck and 2013 SRT Viper supercar and will offer both groups of buyers a free trial of the service.
RAM 1500 Tradesman Heavy Duty Discontinued
Noticeably missing from the 2013 RAM 1500 lineup is the Tradesman HD model, and chances are it won’t be returning anytime soon, if ever.
2013 RAM 1500 Priced from $23,585
Chrysler just announced pricing for the 2013 line of RAM pickup trucks, marking the brand’s introduction of its Pentastar V6 engine mated to an eight-speed transmission meant to contend with Ford’s popular EcoBoost.
2013 RAM 1500, SRT Viper to Debut OnStar-Like Service
Newly introduced in the 2013 RAM 1500 pickup and SRT Viper, Chrysler will offer customers an OnStar-like service through its partnership with wireless company Sprint.
2013 RAM 1500 Rated Best-in-Class 18/25 MPG
Thanks to a new 3.6-liter V6 engine and an 8-speed automatic the 2013 RAM 1500 can now lay claim to being the most fuel efficient pickup in its segment.
2013 RAM 1500 Brings Back Outdoorsman Model
Designed for hunters, fishermen, campers, and boaters, RAM is updating its Outdoorsman model for the 2013 model year 1500, combining convenience, off-road capability, and trailer towing hardware in one package.
