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Ram's New America250 Special Editions Are Nonpartisan And Apolitical, And Don't You Dare Suggest They Aren't

staff@jalopnik.com (Collin Woodard) — Fri, 27 Mar 2026 18:34:31 +0000

Ram boss Tim Kuniskis would probably prefer it if you ignore just how MAGA America250 has become.

These 9 Vehicles Still Offer Front Bench Seats

staff@jalopnik.com (Ivo Gievski) — Fri, 20 Mar 2026 20:45:00 +0000

Front bench seats are a rarity in the modern era, but a few certain modern-day vehicles include extra room for a third person to sit up front.

2027 ProMaster City Is The Return Of A Bigger Little Ram Van

staff@jalopnik.com (Andy Kalmowitz) — Wed, 11 Mar 2026 18:07:58 +0000

Keen observers will notice that this is the first production Ram product to wear the company's new logo.

These Are The 2026 Pickup Trucks That Can Tow The Most

staff@jalopnik.com (Ivo Gievski) — Sun, 08 Mar 2026 12:45:00 +0000

Modern trucks are vastly more capable than their counterparts from a generation ago, and these are the models that are best at towing and trailering.

Ford F-150 Raptor R Vs. Ram TRX: Which Quick Truck Did The Depreciation Speedrun Faster?

staff@jalopnik.com (Dave Goldberg) — Sat, 21 Feb 2026 13:05:00 +0000

If you're shopping for a new truck, the Ford F-150 Raptor R and Ram TRX are probably already on your radar. But how do they retain their value over time?

6.7L Cummins Vs. 6.7L Power Stroke Diesel Engines: What Are The Differences?

staff@jalopnik.com (Benjamin Gracias) — Mon, 16 Feb 2026 10:25:00 +0000

Both Cummins and Ford offer 6.7-liter diesel engines. They share a few similarities, but those don't go much further than their displacements.

This Diesel Engine's Been Around For 40+ Years (And Reliability Is The Key)

staff@jalopnik.com (Ron King) — Sun, 01 Feb 2026 10:25:00 +0000

While 40-year-old engines might not be expected to be the most reliable today, a certain diesel engine has found itself with an incredible reputation.

What eTorque Means On Ram Trucks

staff@jalopnik.com (Alvin Reyes) — Wed, 28 Jan 2026 22:25:00 +0000

Ram has put eTorque V8 engines in its 1500 trucks, but what exactly does the new hybrid system do? And how can it keep your fuel bills to a minimum?

How Did Chevy's 3.0L Diesel Compare To Ram's 3.0L Diesel?

staff@jalopnik.com (Charles Krome) — Tue, 27 Jan 2026 21:25:00 +0000

Chevrolet and Ram each developed a 3.0-liter diesel. While similar in many ways, the engines differ significantly in terms of both design and performance

The Evolution Of The Ram Pickup (And How It Saved Dodge)

staff@jalopnik.com (Steven Mike Voser) — Sun, 25 Jan 2026 21:45:00 +0000

How did Ram trucks become the iconic pickups that we know them as today? Let's trace the evolution of the model and the impact it had on the brands behind it.

2027 Ram Power Wagon Is A Diesel-Powered Off-Roader With Over 1,000 Pound-Feet Of Torque

staff@jalopnik.com (Andy Kalmowitz) — Mon, 05 Jan 2026 21:05:00 +0000

Tim Kuniskis, the madman at the helm of Ram, says the upcoming 2027 Power Wagon is getting a turbocharged 6.7-liter Cummins diesel motor.

Ram Brings Back The 1500 TRX For 2027, Now With 777 HP From Its Supercharged V8 — And The SRT Brand Is Back, Too

staff@jalopnik.com (Daniel Golson) — Fri, 02 Jan 2026 18:54:43 +0000

Ram is bringing back the high-performance TRX model for 2027, complete with its supercharged 6.2-liter Hellcat V8 engine.

68RFE Vs. Aisin AS69RC Transmissions: How Do They Compare?

staff@jalopnik.com (Ron King) — Sat, 27 Dec 2025 23:25:00 +0000

Heavy-duty Ram trucks used the Mopar 68RFE and Aisin AS69RC transmissions in their lineup. Here's which one is better, as well as which trucks use them.

This Pickup Left The Factory With The Biggest Displacement Engine Offered In A New Truck

staff@jalopnik.com (Kiran Menon) — Wed, 24 Dec 2025 02:25:00 +0000

There have been a number pickup trucks to roll off the factory floor with large engines over the years, but this truck had the biggest engine ever.

Owners Say These Are The Best Dually Trucks For Heavy-Duty Jobs

staff@jalopnik.com (Ron King) — Sat, 22 Nov 2025 21:25:00 +0000

Dually trucks are made to excel at heavy-duty jobs. According to owners, three brands in particular make some of the best models for those jobs.

Why Modern Hemi Engines Have 16 Spark Plugs Instead Of 8

staff@jalopnik.com (Chino Ortiz) — Wed, 05 Nov 2025 22:25:00 +0000

Hemi engines have had 16 spark plugs since the early 2000s -- which equals two spark plugs per cylinder. This article explains why they made that change.

Every Ram Truck Trim, Explained

staff@jalopnik.com (B. L. Johnson) — Sat, 01 Nov 2025 20:05:00 +0000

Ram offers its pickup trucks in three sizes, as well as a multitude of different trim levels. Here's what all of those different trims mean.

Ram Brings Back The Dude Package From The 1970s Because It Knows Exactly Who Buys Its Trucks

staff@jalopnik.com (Collin Woodard) — Wed, 29 Oct 2025 14:00:00 +0000

This SEMA concept is inspired by a package that was originally marketed with the help of Don Knotts, who voiced Mayor Turkey Lurkey in "Chicken Little."

Fox Factory Vehicles' Ram 1500 Lowered Has 650 Supercharged Horsepower And, Obviously, Lower Suspension

staff@jalopnik.com (Justin Hughes) — Tue, 07 Oct 2025 18:25:00 +0000

This truck's most significant upgrade is a Whipple supercharger that increases the Hemi V8's output to 650 horsepower and 600 pound-feet of torque.

Ram 1500 REV Electric Pickup Truck Is Dead Before It Could Pile Up On Dealer Lots

staff@jalopnik.com (Collin Woodard) — Fri, 12 Sep 2025 20:16:01 +0000

Who could have seen this coming? It's not like there were any signs the American arm of Stellantis might bail on its electric truck.