2014 Ram 1500 Overview Manufacturer (1981-1998) (1999-2007) (2007-2009) (2009-2014) (2014-present) Production 1981–present Assembly, Body and chassis Full-size, / Chronology Predecessor The Ram pickup (formerly the Dodge Ram pickup) is a full-size manufactured by (formerly Chrysler Group LLC) and marketed as of 2011 onwards under the brand. Previously, Ram was part of the line of light trucks. The name Ram was first used in 1932-1954 Dodge Trucks, then returned on the redesigned 1981 Ram and Power Ram, following the retiring and rebadging of the pickup trucks as well as B-series vans. Ram trucks have been named magazine's five times; the second-generation Ram won the award in 1994, the third-generation Ram Heavy Duty won the award in 2003, the fourth-generation Ram Heavy Duty won in 2010 and the current Ram 1500 won in 2013 and 2014. The Ram is manufactured at the Saltillo Truck Assembly Plant in,, and in,. 1993 W250 Club Cab.

Pre-1994 Cummins-engined Dodge pickups are often termed a '1st Gen Cummins' A was also added to the engine lineup and, for the first time, Dodge saw sales go up. The Cummins can be coupled with a heavier-duty version of the or a 5-speed and is available on 250 and 350 pickups and pickup-based chassis-cab trucks. This diesel engine option is drastically different from Ford and GM diesel engines that were optioned at the time. The Cummins features direct injection, whereas the Ford and GM diesels feature; this also means that the Cummins doesn't have to rely on. The Cummins is a, whereas the GM and Ford diesel engines are. Additionally, the Cummins is, while the and are. This was not the first engine to appear in Dodge pickup trucks as a diesel option.

1978-79 D-Series models offered the rare Mitsubishi naturally-aspirated diesel. Second generation (1994–2001/2002; BR/BE) [ ] Second generation Overview Production July 1993-2001 (Ram 1500) 1994–2002 (Ram 2500 and 3500) Assembly. () Phillip E. Payne (1989) Body and chassis 2-door regular cab 2-door Extended/Club cab 4-door Quad Cab Dually Related Powertrain 3.9 L 5.2 L 5.9 L V8 5.9 L 8.0 L 4-speed automatic 4-speed automatic 4-speed automatic 5-speed manual 5-speed manual 6-speed manual Dimensions 118.7 in (3,015 mm) (2-door, short bed) 134.7 in (3,421 mm) (2-door, long bed) 154.7 in (3,929 mm) Length 204.1 in (5,184 mm) 224.2 in (5,695 mm) 244.1 in (6,200 mm) Width 79.3 in (2,014 mm) 93.5 in (2,375 mm) (Towing mirrors) Height 72.2 in (1,834 mm) The Ram line was redesigned for the 1994 model year. Development on a second generation began in 1986, ending in late 1992.

A more conventional design was originally scheduled for a 1991 production; when Bob Lutz showed it to the new styling designers, chief designer Phillip E. Payne told him, 'It looks like nothing more than a rehash of everybody else's truck.' At that, Lutz told him he had 6 months to come up with something better.

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The exterior styling of the truck that was eventually released was the result of design concepts by Payne during 1988-1990. A review by the Dodge pick-up truck studio designers felt that modern pick-ups looked 'too flat and sedan like', while the and the 18 wheeler trucks had just the right 'macho' look to them.

The design featured a -looking front end and a large grille that was nothing like the current Ford or Chevy/GMC pickups in design. The Dodge Ram Pick-up was selected as 'Truck of the Year' for 1994. The redesigned 1994 Ram was a sales success, with sales rocketing from 95,542 units in 1993 to 232,092 in 1994, 410,000 in 1995, and 411,000 by 1996. That year, it was prominently featured as the hero vehicle in the film. Sales of this generation peaked at just over 400,000 in 1999 before declining against the redesigned and trucks. By 2001, Ram sales figures were below those of Ford and Chevy trucks.

Engine offerings continued over from the first-generation Ram and were the 3. 1981 Cb900f Service Manual. 9 L V6, 5.2 L V8, 5.9 L V8, and 5.9 L Cummins turbo diesel. Added to the line up was a new 488 cubic inch 8.0L V10 engine designed as an alternative for those who wanted superior pulling power but didn't want a diesel. The new and Cummins turbo diesel could only be had in the 2500 and higher designation models. Models were now the 1500 half-ton, 2500 three-quarter-ton, and 3500 dual-rear-wheel one-ton in both 2- and 4-wheel drive.

1500 Rams offered both 6.5- and 8-foot (2 and 2.4 m, respectively) boxes. 2500 Rams offered 6.5-foot (2.0 m) boxes with club or quad Cabs. Dodge offered the 2500 series in two different gross-vehicle-weight ratings for the first few years, but this was later dropped. The purpose of the difference between the light-duty and heavy-duty 2500 trucks was for the heavy-duty 2500 to take the place of the discontinued one-ton single-rear-wheel trucks. Rear axles for the light-duty 2500 trucks were, while the heavy-duty 2500 rear axles were. On the inside, special attention was paid to in-cab storage features, with a large glovebox, a center armrest storage area, and extra storage space behind the seat.

The dash and gauge cluster were a far cry from the previous model Ram and were far more modern as well. A redesign of the dashboard and instrument cluster was introduced in 1998 along with the introduction of the quad cab, and rounded black plastic side-view mirrors replaced the previous rectangular design.

1998 updates [ ] In 1998, Dodge introduced the 'Quad Cab', which uses smaller, 'suicide' doors directly behind the main doors. This was offered as an option on the 'Club Cab' for this model year. Other changes for 1998 included rounded mirrors replacing the classic square ones, a revised interior, dual airbags, a chime replacing the buzzer for seat belts/door ajar/headlights/ and a digital.

The System was also standard, with a computer port near the driver's-side footwell and a code-checking system via the new digital readout. In late 1998 Dodge introduced a revised front end for the 1999 model year Sport models with a restyled bumper, quad-beam clear-lens, and body-color grille. A 6-speed manual transmission was made optional for diesel variants in late 2000 for the 2001 model year. A small percentage of the diesel engines for 1999 and 2000 model years were subject to problems within the water jackets and fuel injectors. The most problematic was the '53' stamped engine block which had a defect that would cause fracturing in the structure of the block itself. The 2000 models became optional with heated leather seats.

The braking system was upgraded to dual-piston calipers in the front. An Offroad Edition was offered as a package with a 2-inch lift accomplished with stiffer front springs and rear lift blocks, unique 17x8 rims, 275/70/17 all terrain tires, 4.10 gears, trussed Dana 44 in the front, limited slip differential, and skid plates. The Offroad Edition models are also distinguishable with an additional decal on the tailgate under the 4x4 decal that says 'Offroad.' Although Dodge introduced a new Ram 1500 for 2002, the old second-generation style Ram was carried over for the 2002 model year heavy-duty 2500 and 3500 trucks. The new third-generation Ram would not appear in the 2500/3500 variants until 2002 as 2003 models.

Part of this delay was due to the then new 5.7 L Hemi engine not being ready for production. Drivetrain [ ] Transmissions [ ] Transmissions for the Ram • lower geared light duty applications found behind the 3.9 L V6 • for more heavy duty applications found behind the 5.2 L and 5.9 L V8 engines. • for heavy duty use behind the V10 gasoline and Cummins diesel engines. The 47RH was used in 1994 and 1995 model years, while the 47RE was used from 1996 through 2002.

Was offered in 1500 Rams and light-duty 2500 Rams. Was standard in 2500 and 3500 trucks; the NV4500HD for V10 and diesel models ( except the uncommon, light-duty 2500 rams). A was offered in 1999 and 2000 Rams and was the only transmission offered behind the High Output diesel in 2001 and 2002. Transfer cases [ ] There was a total of 5 for the four-wheel-drive Ram. All are part-time and have a low range of 2.72:1. The 1500 featured a NP231 and NP231HD. The NP241 was standard on V8 2500 Rams.

The 2500 and 3500 V10 and diesel featured a NP241DLD from 1993 to 1997. In 1997 the NP241DHD became an option for 2500 Rams and was standard on 3500 Rams from 1998 to 2002. Axles [ ] The Dodge Ram features a wide variety of axles. For the front axle of 4x4 Rams, a was used on all 1500 Rams and the early (light-duty) 2500 Rams. However, most of the 2500 and all 3500 Rams use front axles. The 1500 Rams and some early light duty 2500 Rams used a 9.25 Chrysler (Spicer) axle in the rear. A rear axle was used on heavy duty 2500 V8 Rams.

A rear axle was used in 2500 Rams with a V10 or a Diesel/Automatic transmission combination. A rear axle was used on 2500 Rams with a manual transmission and V10/diesel engine combination. Every 3500 Ram was made with a Dana 80. The front drive axles in these Rams were unique in the fact they didn't feature, but featured a. The 2002 2500 and 3500 Rams saw the eventual phase out of the Center axle disconnect, in favor of front axles that were permanently locked in.

Dodge continued to feature front axles like this for their 2500, 3500, 4500, and 5500 trucks until 2013 models. Engines [ ] A engine debuted for 1995 but was not popular and was only used in fleet vehicles on a very limited production run. The was switched from the 12-valve to the 24-valve (ISB) version in the middle of the 1998 model-year Dodge Rams due to emissions regulations. The ISB featured a new computer-controlled injection pump, 24-valve head design, and an electric fuel pump.

2006–2008 Dodge Ram 1500 Quad Cab The Dodge Ram was updated for the 2006 model year. One notable addition was the 'Mega Cab', featuring a 6.25-foot (2 m) cargo box and 22 inches (560 mm) of extra cab space, allowing seating for six with rear recliners, a full screen mapping in-dash navigation system became an option, and the were redesigned to a more modern design. For 2006, the design was changed to one from the and.

Was now available as an option, and a front facelift was given to all Ram models. Was available, as well was a rear seat entertainment system with wireless. The model, with the 8.3 L from the SRT/10, was discontinued after the 2006. For 2007, Dodge changed the tail lights. Chassis Cab [ ] In 2007, a 3500 Chassis Cab model was introduced with industry-standard rear frame width and wiring to accommodate outfitters.

In addition to the 5.7 L (345 cu in), a 6.7 L (408 cu in) rated at 350 hp (260 kW) and 650 lb⋅ft (880 N⋅m) was also available. Automatic transmissions used were the with the 5.7 L (345 cu in) the with the 6.7 L (408 cu in). The G56 transmission was the only manual transmission offered. For 2008, Dodge introduced two more Chassis Cab models, the 4500 and 5500. These were and trucks with a gross weight of 16,500 lb (7,500 kg) and 19,500 lb (8,800 kg), respectively. Both trucks came equipped with the same version of the 6.7 L (408 cu in) as the 3500 chassis-cab model., who worked with Dodge in development, had their own version, called the with a unique grille. Sterling is a division of which, like Dodge, was owned by the former.

Was licensed to sell Dodge Ram 4500 series trucks as the Sterling Bullet. When the brand was phased out by, the Bullet was discontinued. A late model, 2011 Ram 5500 truck Chassis Cab versions were made for the Ram 3500, 4500, and 5500 models. The 3500 Heavy Duty model was unveiled at the 2009 Chicago Auto Show. Engine choices include 5.7 l Hemi V8 rated 383 bhp (286 kW) at 5,600 RPM and 542 N⋅m (400 lb⋅ft) at 4,000 RPM for Ram 3500, 6.7 l Cummins turbo diesel rated 350 bhp (260 kW) at 3,013 RPM and 880 N⋅m (650 lb⋅ft) at 1,500 RPM for Ram 3500 (optional), 4500, 5500.

Late-model 2011 diesel trucks were up-rated to 800 lb⋅ft (1,085 N⋅m) of torque. Transmission choices included a standard 6-speed manual or optional 6-speed automatic. Both transmissions support the Power Takeoff option.

The 3500 model has regular or crew cab, single-rear-wheel or dual-rear-wheel. Four cab-axle lengths (60, 84, 108 and 120 inches) for 4500/5500 or two cab-axle lengths (60 and 84 inches) for 3500, and three trim levels (ST, SLT and Laramie). The Ram 3500 has three axle ratios (3.42, 3.73 and 4.10) and 17-inch wheels. Ram 4500/5500 has three axle ratios (4.10, 4.44 and 4.88) and 19.5-inch wheels.

The 4500/5500 Rams rear axle is a. The front axle on 4x4 models is manufactured by, while 2-wheel-drive models just have a solid, non-drive axle. Concept truck [ ] The Ram concept truck 'Long Hauler' is based mostly on existing Ram truck parts. The powertrain, frame and wheels are all components of the Ram 5500 Chassis Cab.

It is a 'Mega Cab' optional on the lighter Rams. The for this truck is 37,500 lb and the weight of the truck is 9,300 lb. Safety [ ] The Ram comes standard with four-wheel, side curtain airbags, and an or ESP. In (IIHS) crash tests, the 2009 Ram received a Good overall score in the frontal crash test, and a Marginal score in the test, as well as the roof strength test. 2013 Ram 2500 at the 2013 The 1500 gets a minor restyling. It features new front fascia, wheels and interior, where the 'DODGE' name was removed from the dashboard and replaced with 'RAM'. All models offered for 2012 continue to be available for 2013 with the addition of a new trim, the Laramie, Longhorn, Limited.

(Tradesman, Express, SLT, Big Horn, Lone Star, Sport, R/T, Laramie, and Laramie Longhorn). The Rambox cargo management system continues to be available on most models for 2013. For 2013, the base ST model becomes the Tradesman model.

2013 models have revised engine and transmission options. The 3.7L V6 is discontinued, and the 4.7L V8 equipped with the 6-speed 65RFE Automatic takes its place as the new base engine, still producing 310 bhp (230 kW) and 330 lb⋅ft (450 N⋅m). New to the lineup is Chrysler's corporate 3.6L Pentastar V6, coupled to the new 8-speed Torqueflite8 Automatic. It achieves best in class fuel efficiency and makes 305 bhp (227 kW) and 269 lb⋅ft (365 N⋅m). The Pentastar/ZF 8-speed is a $1000 option (2013). Due to a new electric power steering system, the 5.7L HEMI V8 no longer has a power steering pump, and gains 5 horsepower, now making 395 bhp (295 kW) and 410 lb⋅ft (560 N⋅m). It is still available with the 65RFE 6-speed Automatic, having the new 8-speed Torqueflite8 Automatic as an extra cost option.

Is a $1595 option for 2013 models, offering four ride height settings. Becomes standard on 2500 & 3500 models. For 2013, the Ram is also the first North American pickup truck to offer. In addition, a range of new infotainment systems are available for the RAM 1500 for 2013, with the RAM 1500 being one of the first vehicles to feature these new infotainment systems: The base U Connect 3.0 (RA1) radio includes an A/M-F/M radio, Radio Data System (RDS), a monochrome LCD display screen, a 3.5-millimeter auxiliary audio input jack, and a single USB port for charging purposes only.

The 'up-level' U Connect 5.0BT (RA2) radio adds a full-color, 5.0-inch color touch-screen display, voice control for phone, a microSD card slot, Bluetooth for phone and A2DP wireless stereo audio streaming capabilities, and vehicle customization options on-screen. The 'top-of-the-line' radios are the U Connect ACCESS 8.4A (RA3) and U Connect ACCESS 8.4AN (RA4). 2014 Ram 3500 crew cab, 4×4, DRW The option of became available on the rear of 2014 model year 2500 & 3500 pick up trucks. 1500 models added the option of a.

2500 models now feature coil spring suspension, instead of leaf spring. The cast iron, flex fuel, 4.7 V8 is discontinued, ending Corsair engine production. Dodge/Ram 4.7 V-8, 3.7 V-6, Jeep was the Power tech [Dodge/RAM was called Magnum 3.7 V-6 4.7 Magnum V-8 2000-2007 2008-2013 it was just the 3.7 V-6 and 4.7 V-8] The aluminum, flex fuel 3.6 V6 is now the base engine, along with the 8-speed.

Ram now offers the 3.6L Pentastar V6 on Laramie, and Longhorn trim. Finally, the Ram heavy-duty series of trucks (2500, 3500, 4500, and 5500) receive a new interior design and revised exterior styling from the Ram 1500, which was restyled in 2013. 2016 changes [ ] For 2016, the all-new Ram 1500 Rebel debuts, offering off-road suspension, larger tires, and a unique interior to add to the Ram 1500 Big Horn and Lone Star trim levels. Available with either the 3.6L VVT FlexFuel-Capable V6 engine, or the 5.7L V8 engine, the truck is available as either a Quad Cab, or a Crew Cab, exclusively with a short pickup bed, and in 4X2 or 4X4.

SLT models of all Ram trucks now receive the U Connect 5.0BT (RA2) touch-screen radio as standard equipment, adding steering wheel-mounted remote phone controls, hands-free calling and wireless audio streaming, Satellite Radio, a USB port and 3.5-millimeter (3.5mm) auxiliary input jack, Radio Data System (RDS), voice control, in-radio vehicle customization, and a full-color five-inch (5.0') LCD touch-screen display. This was previously a $495.00 option on the Ram SLT.

2017 changes [ ] For 2017, the Ram 1500 Laramie Longhorn and Limited trims get the new RAM front grille and 'RAM' emblem across the rear tailgate that debuted on the 2016 RAM 1500 Rebel. Also in mid-2017, the RAM 1500's 3.0L V6 turbodiesel engine, produced by, was dropped in mid-2017 in response to emissions cheating allegations. The engine will be re-introduced in early 2018, as re-certification by the has been obtained. The 1500 SLT model loses the U Connect ACCESS 8.4 infotainment system (RA3) option, leaving the U Connect 5.0BT (RA2) radio as the only radio option. All Ram heavy-duty (2500, 3500, 4500, and 5500) SLT models will still offer the U Connect ACCESS 8.4 infotainment system (RA3) as an option. The Rebel trim level of the Ram 1500 gains the previously-optional U Connect ACCESS 8.4A infotainment system as standard equipment, as do the Big Horn and Lone Star trim levels. A special Rebel Black Edition Package is available that adds certain black accents to the Rebel.

The Laramie trim level of the Ram 1500, 2500, 3500, 4500, and 5500 gets a standard nine-speaker, 506-watt 7.1-channel surround-sound premium audio system as standard equipment. Three new special edition trim levels debut for 2017 as well, though only for the Ram 1500 model: • The Lone Star Silver Edition, available exclusively at Ram dealerships in and based on the Texas-only Lone Star trim level, adds additional chrome trim pieces to the trim level. It debuted at the 2016. • The Lone Star Yellow Rose Edition, also available exclusively at Ram dealerships in Texas and also based on the Texas-only Lone Star trim level, is available only in a model-exclusive Stinger Yellow Clear Coat exterior paint color. It debuted at the 2016 Texas State Fair.

• The Night Edition, available at Ram dealerships nationwide, is based on the Sport trim level, and adds black-finished emblems, twenty-inch aluminum-alloy wheels, front grille, door handles, and emblems to the model. There is also a new Off-Road Package available for all Ram 2500 models (aside from the Power Wagon trim level, which includes the package as standard equipment), and includes unique pickup bedside graphics, off-road suspension, front tow hooks, the Protection Package, and more.

The mid-level SLT trim level of the RAM 1500 is no longer available to retail customers, as it is now a lesser-equipped model reserved exclusively for fleet customers. However, the SLT trim level still remains for the Ram 2500, 3500, 4500, and 5500 models, and are still available to retail customers. However, retail customers wanting SLT features such as chrome front and rear bumpers and front grille, seventeen-inch aluminum-alloy wheels, power windows and door locks with keyless entry, the U Connect 5.0BT (RA2) touch-screen radio, cloth seating surfaces,, a rear-view backup camera system, and floor carpeting, can still opt for the Chrome Appearance and Popular Equipment Packages on the Tradesman model. For customers wanting a less expensive option for the Ram truck, a new U Connect 3.0BT (RA2) radio is available for an additional $200.00, which includes an A/M-F/M radio and SiriusXM Satellite Radio tuner, Radio Data System (RDS), U Connect Bluetooth hands-free phone system with audio streaming and voice command, steering wheel-mounted remote voice command controls, a USB port and 3.5-millimeter (3.5mm) auxiliary audio input jack, and a three-inch (3.0') monochrome LCD display screen. This radio option is available for the Tradesman trim level of all Ram trucks, and the Express trim level of the Ram 1500, and is included as part of a Popular Equipment Package on the latter model.

Previously, customers wanting Bluetooth on a Ram Tradesman or Ram 1500 Express would have to upgrade to the U Connect 5.0BT (RA2) touch-screen radio, which would add the same features as described above, as well as onscreen vehicle customization via the radio, and a full five-inch (5.0') color touch-screen display, and cost an additional $495.00. In order to do this, the customer would also have to select the Popular Equipment Package on both models. Finally, the RAM 2500 Power Wagon returns with a 6.4L gasoline V8 engine, a unique graphics package (which can be deleted if a buyer so chooses), black front grille, door handles, larger tires and black aluminum-alloy wheels, and the Off-Road Package. For those wanting the Power Wagon appearance items on a lesser-priced truck, the Power Wagon Package is also available for the Ram 2500 Tradesman trim level, and will also add the 6.4L HEMI gasoline V8 engine. 2018 changes [ ] For 2018, the Ram 1500 enters its final year of production in its current generation, with a new model expected to debut early in 2018 as a 2019 model.

For 2018, there are two new special editions: • The Harvest Edition (also available on the Ram 2500 and 3500), are based on the Big Horn and Lone Star models. Available in only four paint colors, two of which are unique to the Harvest Edition (Case IH Red, New Holland Blue, two-tone Black Clear Coat and Bright Silver Metallic, or Bright White Clear Coat). Aimed at farmers, the Harvest Edition adds features that are otherwise optional on the Big Horn and Lone Star, such as seventeen-inch chrome-clad aluminum-alloy wheels with all-terrain tires on 4X4 models, the U Connect 8.4 infotainment system with GPS navigation, Travel Link with five years of service included and one year of SiriusXM Guardian service, a trailer tow package with integrated trailer brake control, rear-mounted tow hitch, and trailer tow side mirrors. Also included are front bucket seats with power front driver's seat trimmed in premium cloth, chrome side steps, chrome side mirror covers, chrome door handles, and chrome front tow hooks. It is available as either a Quad Cab or a Crew Cab. • The Laramie Longhorn Southfork Edition Package, available on 1500, 2500, and 3500 Laramie Longhorn models, adds even more luxury features to the already luxurious truck, such as unique twenty-inch polished aluminum-alloy wheels, unique real wood interior trim, and a unique two-tone blue-and-beige interior color scheme.

Additional changes to the Ram for 2018 include the addition of to all U Connect 8.4 infotainment systems, as well as a new wireless hot-spot provided by, an AT&T Wireless 4G LTE in-vehicle modem (both the AT&T Wireless 4G LTE modem and 4G LTE mobile hot-spot replace the modem and 3G CDMA mobile hot-spot offered on previous Ram models), and smartphone integration for the U Connect 8.4 infotainment systems, and the SiriusXM Guardian service replacing the U Connect ACCESS service offered on previous RAM models for the U Connect 8.4 infotainment systems. In addition, all U Connect 8.4 infotainment systems get a new design for easier navigation of menus and applications. Also, the -produced 3.0L V6 turbodiesel engine will make its return in early 2018 for the RAM 1500, as it has been re-certified by the after allegations of emissions cheating in 2017. Finally, all upper trim levels of the RAM 1500 (Sport, Laramie, Rebel, Laramie Longhorn, and Limited) get the new RAM front grille introduced for 2016, as well as a large 'RAM' emblem on the rear tailgate. Lower trim levels of the RAM 1500 (Tradesman, Express, Big Horn, and Lone Star) retain the standard RAM 'Cross-Hair' front grille.

The Night Edition and Lone Star Silver Edition trim levels continue on for 2018 as well. Production [ ] The Dodge Ram 1500, Dodge Ram Mega Cab, Dodge Ram 2500/3500, DX Chassis Cab (Mexico Market), Dodge Ram 4500/5500 are built in Chrysler's Saltillo Assembly Plant in Coahuila, Mexico; the Dodge Ram 1500 is built at the Warren Truck Assembly Plant in Warren, Michigan. The Ram 1500 was also assembled at the plant in before the plant was permanently closed in July 2009. The Ram 1500 pickup PHEV was introduced at the 2011 The Ram 1500 PHEV demonstrator has a 345 hp 5.7L V8 gasoline engine mated to a two-mode hybrid transmission and a 12.9 355V from. This setup allows an of more than 20 mi (32 km), but as a plug-in hybrid, the RAM PHEV does not run exclusively all-electric during. The fully charged plug-in starts off with with limited regeneration at the high end of the (SoC). That ramps up to a full regenerative capability somewhere in the 70 to 95% range and depletes down to about 20%.

Once depleted, it comes into a narrow range. The plug-in pick-up meets emissions standards, making it the only full-size V8 pickup with an AT-PZEV rating. Its in charge-depleting mode is more than 32 mpg ‑US (7.4 L/100 km; 38 mpg ‑imp) in city driving. The Ram 1500 PHEV is capable of towing up to 6,000 lb (2,700 kg). The first 20 Ram PHEV demonstrators were delivered in May 2011 to and, with 10 units each city. Other cities that received the demonstration PHEVs are and,, and. In September 2011, another 10 units were delivered to the (MBTA).

Another 5 units will be delivered to Central Hudson Gas & Electric and National Grid. In is scheduled to receive 10 Ram PHEVs. Issues [ ] Fire incident, Hybrid, 2012 [ ]. See also: In September 2012, Chrysler temporarily suspended the demonstration program. All 109 Dodge Ram 1500 Plug-in Hybrids and 23 deployed by the program were recalled due to damage sustained by three separate pickup trucks when their 12.9 battery packs overheated. The carmaker plans to upgrade the battery packs with cells that use a different lithium-ion chemistry before the vehicles go back into service. Chrysler explained that no one was injured from any of the incidents, and the vehicles were not occupied at the time, nor any of the minivans were involved in any incident, but they were withdrawn as a precaution.

The demonstration is a program jointly funded by Chrysler and the that includes the first-ever factory-produced vehicles capable of reverse power flow. The experimental system would allow fleet operators to use their plug-in hybrids to supply electricity for a building during a power outage, reduce power usage when electric rates are high or even sell electricity back to their utility company. The company reported that the demonstration fleet had collectively accumulated 1.3 million miles (2.1 million km) before the vehicles were recalled. Chrysler also reported that the plug-in pickups delivered peak average fuel economy of 37.4 mpg ‑US (6.29 L/100 km; 44.9 mpg ‑imp), while the plug-in hybrid minivans delivered 55.0 mpg ‑US (4.28 L/100 km; 66.1 mpg ‑imp). Remote Control, Software, Uconnect Entertainment System, 2015 [ ] Charlie Miller, security researcher for Twitter and former NSA hacker, and Chris Valasek, director of vehicle security research at the consultancy IOActive, showed how a Jeep Cherokee can be remote controlled. FCA recalled 1.4 Mio cars of various brand with the Uconnect entertainment system on board. Gallery [ ] •.

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(November 2010) () In addition to factory equipment and appearance packages, the Ram pickup has also been offered at times with dealer-installed packages. • Dodge Ram VTS Concept - This concept from Dodge was meant to be a design study highly inspired by Viper GTS-inspired bumpers, mirrors, 17-inch wheels, Blue Paint, dual white stripes and Viper GTS sourced 415 bhp V10.

VTS was vital in the development of 500 bhp Ram SRT10 that were built from 2004 to 2006. 2005 Dodge Ram SRT-10 • - This is a regular or quad-cab body with the 's 8.3L, 22' wheels and tires, lowered suspension, bucket seats, body modifications, and a spoiler. The 2004 version was available only in a single cab with a 6-speed and a shifter. For 2005, Dodge released a Quad Cab version of the Viper-V10-powered truck with a modified 48RE four-speed automatic transmission from the Ram with the Cummins turbodiesel engine. In 2004, the truck held the Guinness World Record for 'World's Fastest Production Pickup Truck' with a speed of. New Dodge Ram 154.587 mph (247.3 km/h).

This record stood until overtaken by the Australian R8, a sport utility coupe, in May 2006. SRT-10 production ended on June 30, 2006. • - This model, introduced for 2005, is an off-road focused version of the Ram. The name is drawn from Dodge's line of 4-wheel-drive trucks made from the early 1940s through the 1980s. It comes with the 5.7 L (345 cu in) engine,(changed to the 6.4L hemi model year 2014 to present) electronic locking differentials, electronic disconnecting front sway bar, 285/70R17 off-road tires mounted on power wagon specific 17' wheels with dual safety beads, factory lift springs with power wagon specific spring rates, fender flares, full under body skid plates, 'Power Wagon' nameplates instead of the standard Ram badging, and a 12,000 pound winch. This truck was built on the 2500 platform.

2005 Dodge Ram Rumble Bee • - The Rumble Bee package is a limited sport-truck version of the Ram. It was available only on regular-cab/short-box pickups; however, some other versions of the Ram were modified to look like Rumble Bees. It includes lower body cladding, 20' wheels, a hood scoop, and a specially trimmed interior including a serialized number plate. On the rear of the box is a stripe with a 'Rumble Bee' emblem, similar to that of the. All Rumble Bees are either black with 'solar yellow' trim or yellow with black trim.

[ ] • HemiGTX - The Hemi GTX package is a limited sport-truck version of the Ram. Introduced in 2004 and only made in 2004 and 2005, these were customized by LA West of Indiana as ordered from dealers, adding an additional $8,300.50 in sticker price. It was available on regular-cab/short-box and quad-cab/short-box pickups and include a custom overall paint from Mopar's Impact colors from the 1970s (this includes Hemi Orange, Plum Crazy Purple, Sublime Green, and Banana Yellow). 20' American Racing Motto chrome wheels, a new cowl 'blacked-out' hood, and a specially trimmed leather 2-tone interior including a serialized number plate on the driver's-side doorjamb were offered. On the sides is a 'hockey-stick' stripe with 'HEMI GTX' that extended from the hood to the rear of the box. The air box was also painted to match the body color, and a color-matched steering wheel was added as well.

They were only 433 produced in 2004 and roughly the same number in 2005. A certificate of authencity was given to all original owners. [ ] • HemiSport - The HemiSport Edition was the Quad Cab version of the Rumble Bee, and was introduced in 2004. It was available in black, red, or silver, and with either rear-wheel drive or four-wheel drive. It was equipped similarly to the Rumble Bee, but without the number plaque. The HemiSport was discontinued for 2006. 2005 Dodge Ram Daytona • Daytona - Introduced for 2005, the Ram Daytona was a new sport-truck edition of the Ram.

It was available as a 5.7-liter Hemi V8 in Regular or Quad-Cab styles and featured lower-body cladding, 20-inch chrome wheels, SRT-10 hood, Borla dual exhaust, serialized number plate, and a tall rear spoiler reminiscent of the 1969. The Daytonas had a black body stripe to match the rear spoiler and came in silver or 'Go Mango' paint (a metallic orange color reminiscent of the Dodge's 'high impact' colors from the 1960s and 1970s) with matching interior trim. The Dodge Ram Daytona had a 3.92 ratio rear end, the same rear end as the Dodge Ram Rumble Bee. Several exterior items were unique to the Daytona package (such as the gas door and dual side exit exhaust tips) which made it different from other equipment packages. It was equipped with 20-inch (510 mm) and performance tires.

Replacing the standard hood is one with a non-functional. The most noticeable feature is the large which is attached at the rear of the cargo box.

The 11-inch (280 mm) spoiler lined up with the flat black stripe that ran along the back of the bed side with the word 'Daytona' written in the middle. This spoiler is reminiscent of the 1969. [ ] • Prospector - Prospector was a package available throughout the 1980s that usually included a different fuel tank, cloth seat and carpeting. In the late 80s, a light package as well as the large 6x9 mirrors were added to the list of options. This trim package was carried on until the redesign in 1994. [ ] • Express - The Express is a Dodge Ram 1500 that offered special badges, 20' tires and wheels from the Dodge Ram 1500 SLT, cloth seating surfaces, and a 5.7L HEMI V8 engine. • Detroit Red Wings Edition - The Detroit Red Wings Edition is a Crew Cab model with 4x4, special Red Wings seats and 'Detroit Red Wings Edition' decals (on both sides of the box and on the lower left of the tailgate).

It is available in red, white and black. About 1,000 were built and sold in 90 dealers in Michigan.

[ ] • Spirit Of '76 - A special package available in 1976 to celebrate America's Bicentennial. It came with a special decal that ran down the side of the truck and cloth or vinyl interior. [ ] • NightRunner - 2000 of these were assembled from January 2006 to December 2006.

The Limited Edition NightRunner trim includes Brilliant Black Paint, 20-inch (510 mm) black chrome rims, Black chrome grill, the 5.7 L (345 cu in) Hemi engine, dark shaded headlamps, NightRunner graphics, and the NightRunner logo on the speedometer and embroidered on the head rests on two tone seats, carbon look dash. [ ] • Limited Edition Indy Pace and SS/T Package - The Dodge Ram Indy Pace Truck was available in 1996. It included longitudinal stripes similar to those on the Dodge Viper along with an optional door sticker stating 'Official Truck of the 80th Indianapolis 500'. These trucks had a 5.9 L (360 cu in) engine with upgraded exhaust and 15 hp (11 kW) more power. These also included 17-inch (430 mm) wheels with Goodyear Eagle II tires, size 275/60R-17.

The SS/T (Super Sport Truck) version was available from 1997 to 1998 and included all the same upgrades except the door sticker. The SS/T also had 'SS/T' designed into the stripe on both the hood and tailgate. The Indy Trucks were available only in blue with white stripes. The SS/Ts were available in white/blue, red/silver, black/silver, and green/silver. All include a specialty sticker on the inner door stating, 'Built with pride in the U.S.A.'

A real Pace truck is a metal plate on the driver's side frame rail, with a raised number 19 on it. However, the SS/Ts do not have this.

[ ] • Dodge Ram R/T - A concept truck with a blue body, 22-inch forged wheels, SRT stripes, and a new front bumper with chin spoiler. It was unveiled in 2008 at the SEMA show. Production of the Dodge Ram R/T began for the 2009 model year.

It is a regular cab, short bed, 2WD 1500 Ram with 22' wheels, a 4.10 final drive gear ratio (the only way to get a 4.10 rear in a 1500), an R/T badge in the lower-right corner of the grille, and a Hemi. It also has the performance hood from the Sport Appearance Package on other Ram Sport models, but does not have the striping package that the concept had. • High Output - The Ram trucks started offering a diesel High Output package for 2001 models. 2001/2002 H.O. Engines were rated 10 horsepower higher than the standard engine. 2013 models H.O. Are rated 15 horsepower higher than the standard automatic transmission models and 35 horsepower higher than the manual models.

• Contractor's Special hybrid - Dodge announced a version of the Ram, dubbed the Contractor's Special, in 2003. However, the schedule for delivery slipped as Dodge backed away from the vehicle. The hybrid Ram was available only for fleet purchasers (if at all) and did not enter mass production. It offered an electrical outlet panel for running an entire job site worth of power tools, but the through-the-road method of balancing the gas engine and electric motor reportedly did not work as desired. Dodge has announced that it would use a hybrid transmission developed jointly with and. • 2014 Ram 1500 Urban Concept - The 2014 Ram 1500 Urban Concept features a 6.4L Hemi V8 sporting 470 horsepower and 470 ft-lb of torque. The engine comes from the Dodge Challenger SRT8 which is paired with a 5-speed automatic transmission or a 6-speed manual transmission.

The concept features a regular cab painted in dark blue clear coat with an off-center light blue stripe. It sits on 22-inch wheels painted hyperblack.

No word on if this engine will be available on either the 2500 or 3500. • 2015 Ram Rebel - The Ram Rebel is the Ram 1500's off-road trim. It is available with the 5.7L Hemi and 3.6L Pentastar. The Rebel will be available in the third quarter of 2015.

Nissan Titan [ ] Following the collapse of sales in 2008, there were talks that the next generation of Nissan's full-sized pickup would be outsourced to Chrysler as a version of the Ram 1500. Nissan had been planning to phase out Titan production in its Canton, Mississippi factory in 2010 with the new Nissan-only design for a cab, body and interior riding on the Dodge Ram chassis assembled in Chrysler's truck assembly lines in Saltillo, Mexico. However, the deal to build Nissan Titan pickups off the full-sized Dodge Ram pickup starting in 2011 was delayed with the changes at Chrysler and Fiat. Nissan eventually decided to keep the Titan, and went on to release the second generation Titan as a 2016 model called the Titan XD. Motorsport [ ] The truck won the and Manufacturers' Championship. It also won the in 2008 and 2009.

World markets [ ] As of 2016, the Ram trucks are available in the United States, Canada, Mexico, Brazil, Colombia, Argentina, Chile, Paraguay, Europe as well as the several Middle East countries. The Ram trucks officially sold in many Latin American countries are outfitted with lighting equipments, including the taillights with separate amber turn signal indicators. No right-hand-drive version has been built for the United Kingdom, South Africa, and other countries where the rule of road is on the left. In 2016, FCA commenced selling the Ram 2500 and Ram 3500 in Australia. These are to right hand drive in Australia before sale. Pricing commences from $139,500AUD (approx $100,000USD). The Ram trucks are provided for the European market by the Swiss company AutoGlobal Trade in cooperation with FCA.

Germany and Scandinavian countries are some of the largest European markets for the Ram. A thriving cottage industry in Australia, New Zealand, and the United Kingdom has imported and converted Ram trucks to right-hand-drive and to meet the local regulations, being more common in Australia since LHD cars less than 30-year old (or 15-year old if registered in Western Australia) cannot be legally driven on Australian public roads unless they are granted a diplomatic or a research and development exception to the rule. In the United Kingdom there is no such restriction, so a stock LHD Ram (or any other LHD vehicle) is not required to undergo the costly and time-consuming process of an RHD conversion in order to be compliant with EU regulations. 2019 RAM 1500 [ ] Ram is expected to debut an all-new, fifth-generation Ram 1500 model at the in in early 2018. Spy photography has been posted of the new model, which indicate that the new truck will have an integrated front grille (sporting a new design) and headlamp design with LED daytime running lamps, a bulgier hood, and a 'RAM 1500 5.7 HEMI' emblem placed on each side of the hood of the truck, for trucks equipped with the 5.7L V8 engine option, which will be moved from each front fender of the current truck. Inside, a new steering wheel, a full gauge cluster with analogue gauges and a new 8.4-inch U Connect touch screen display in the center of the dashboard will debut with the new model.

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