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How Did One Diesel Engine Turn Dodge Trucks Into A Tuning Phenomenon?

staff@jalopnik.com (Benjamin Gracias) — Sat, 27 Jun 2026 17:05:00 +0000

One heavy-duty engine choice transformed a basic pickup into a platform that significantly reshaped diesel performance and aftermarket tuning culture.

Ram's New Midsize Pickup Is A Toyota Tacoma According To Its Own AI Slop T-Shirt Design

staff@jalopnik.com (Justin Hughes) — Tue, 02 Jun 2026 16:33:16 +0000

Man do I regret not buying one while I had the chance for the comedic value.

These Are The Only New Diesel-Powered Trucks And SUVs Available In America Right Now

staff@jalopnik.com (Monday Goma) — Mon, 25 May 2026 01:25:00 +0000

Diesels are becoming increasingly rare, but they're still an important part of some American automaker lineups, and there are plenty of options to choose from.

The 2004 Ram Rumble Bee Was The OG Fast, Flashy, Hemi-Powered Mopar Muscle Truck

staff@jalopnik.com (Erik Sherman) — Sat, 23 May 2026 11:05:00 +0000

Ram revealed a new 1500 Rumble Bee model this week, but it isn't the first go-around for this spicy, muscled-up version of the full-size pickup truck.

Ram Says A Maverick Fighter And Sub-$40,000 Dakota Are Coming Along With A Full-Size SUV

staff@jalopnik.com (Andy Kalmowitz) — Thu, 21 May 2026 17:08:34 +0000

Ram's known for its big trucks, but it's a smaller model we're most interested to see on U.S. roads.

Hellcat-Powered 2027 Ram 1500 Rumble Bee Is The Right Truck At The Wrong Time

staff@jalopnik.com (Erin Marquis) — Wed, 20 May 2026 19:00:00 +0000

The new Rumble Bee comes in regular 395-hp Hemi guise, as a 392 with a 470-hp engine, or as an SRT with a massive 777 horses.

2027 Ram 2500 Emergency Response Vehicle Just Cucked Your Police Department's Ford Explorers

staff@jalopnik.com (Collin Woodard) — Mon, 13 Apr 2026 12:00:00 +0000

Traffic cops may not need heavy duty pickup trucks with Hemis, but there are plenty of reasons you'd want one for fire, rescue, and emergency response.

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.