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Formerly known as the Dodge Trucks lineup, Ram is one of the hardest working brands in America today. Thanks to innovations like adjustable air suspension, the segment’s first 8-speed transmission and the powerful Hemi V8 - Ram trucks are among the most powerful, the most capable and the most efficient available today.

By Patrick Rall on March 22, 2017 - 10:24AM
This morning at the Dallas Auto Show, FCA’s Ram Truck brand announced that starting later this year, trucks finished with the Laramie Longhorn package will get a new two-tone exterior look – with the White Gold found along the bottom of the trucks being replaced by a new dark brown with a fairly strange name.
By Mary Conway on March 21, 2017 - 7:28PM
The owner of an older truck noticed that the new Ram 1500s have a feature that he has always wanted. 2017 Ram 1500s have built-in lights to illuminate the truck bed. Owners weigh in on the lights' effectiveness.
By Patrick Rall on March 16, 2017 - 5:11PM
We get a great many questions about the future availability of something like the old Ford F150 SVT Lightning or the Ram 1500 SRT10, but in the absence of a true high performance sport truck intended for on-road performance, the current Ram 1500 Express offers the most bang-for-your-buck in a small half ton pickup.
By Mary Conway on March 14, 2017 - 8:21PM
The owner of a 2016 Ram truck raised the issue about the Rambox on one of the popular truck forums. Ram truck drivers weigh-in on the effectiveness of the Rambox, built specifically for their model of Ram.
By Mary Conway on March 13, 2017 - 7:36PM
From the complaints, it sounds as though the plastic fender wells on some 2016 Ram trucks aren't secured properly. Several owners report that the fender wells keep popping out from behind the bumpers.
By Mary Conway on March 12, 2017 - 4:25PM
In recent years, automakers have started to tilt headrests slightly forward. Many drivers find the new position uncomfortable.
By Mary Conway on March 9, 2017 - 5:42PM
What good is an emergency alert, if they don't tell you what the emergency is? That's the question Ram truck owners are asking about random alerts they are receiving on their UConnect system.
By Mary Conway on March 7, 2017 - 5:00PM
Anyone who loves their dogs and loves their truck eventually ends up asking the question. What is the best seat cover to protect the back seat from wear-and- tear from my dog?
By Mary Conway on March 2, 2017 - 8:52PM
The question seems simple enough, where can you get affordable keys made for 2016 Ram trucks? The answer isn't so simple. Most trucks come with expensive fobs and not everyone carries the right keys with computer chips in them.
By Mary Conway on February 26, 2017 - 4:03PM
The owner of a new 2017 Ram 2500 is trying to save others a service call after his Ram appeared to be stuck in park.
He is hoping his simple trick will help you, too!
By Mary Conway on February 24, 2017 - 5:40PM
The question keeps popping up on truck forums. What special harnesses or modules do you need to install HID (High Intensity Discharge) headlamps on a 2017 Ram?
By Mary Conway on February 20, 2017 - 6:02PM
The buyer of a 2017 Ram 1500 Longhorn wants to match tint on his front windows to the back windows. Other Ram owners warn that there may be legal issues involved in just how dark you are allowed to go!
By Mary Conway on February 18, 2017 - 8:31PM
A 2017 Ram truck owner dislikes spray-in bed liners. He asks other owners what is the best mat to buy for his truck?
By Mary Conway on February 12, 2017 - 9:29PM
A Ram truck owner who drives a lot of deserted roads wonders if it is safe to use a fix-a-flat type spray if he is ever in an emergency. Other Ram owners make some suggestions.
By Mary Conway on February 11, 2017 - 5:36PM
A number of owners of 2017 Ram trucks are finding fogging and condensation in their headlights. It is a problem that has occurred in other model years. A new owner asks for help in clearing up the fog.
By Patrick Rall on February 8, 2017 - 11:25AM
The Ram Trucks brand will introduce a pair of new appearance packages at the upcoming Chicago Auto Show, including the arrival of the Night trimline to the Ram Heavy Duty lineup and the new, limited edition Copper Sport Ram 1500.
By Mary Conway on February 6, 2017 - 6:13PM
The new owner of a 2017 Ram 2500 is concerned that his truck isn't towing as well as it should. Members of the Ram Truck forum have some recommendations for him.
By Mary Conway on February 2, 2017 - 9:50PM
It is a common problem. What should you do if your new truck is too long for your garage? A Florida 2016 Ram 1500 truck owner asks for recommendations on the best cover to protect from sun damage.
By Patrick Rall on January 26, 2017 - 5:07PM
I recently spent a week driving the Ram 1500 Rebel with the Mopar 16 package on the roughest roads in my area, in hard snow, and after this, I believe that the Rebel package makes this Ram 1500 the best full size pickup the Ram brand has offered in the modern era – combining a premium cabin, Hemi power and impressive off-road capabilities into one fantastic package.
By Mary Conway on January 20, 2017 - 11:02PM
After dropping a bundle on a new truck, no one wants to spend money foolishly. A new 2016 Ram truck owner reached out to members of a Ram forum to find out what would get him the biggest bang for his bucks.
By Mary Conway on January 18, 2017 - 8:49PM
2016 Ram Truck owners are complaining that in cold weather, their truck windows are falling off the tracks and down into their doors.
By Patrick Rall on January 17, 2017 - 3:46PM
Although Ford is using the 2017 Detroit Auto Show to introduce their refreshed 2018 F150, no trucks are better represented in the Motor City than the Ram Brand trucks – which has a big section packed with different types of vehicles to draw in truck lovers of all kinds, including the Hellcat Hemi-powered Ram Rebel TRX Concept.
By Mary Conway on January 13, 2017 - 10:03PM
The owner of a brand new 2017 Ram pickup wants to know if his remote start can be programmed to add other features. Surprisingly, between the fob and UConnect App, all sorts of creature comforts are available.
By Mary Conway on January 6, 2017 - 9:39PM
The owner of a 2016 Ram Laramie is asking other members of a Ram forum for help. He says that his truck smells like an animal has died in the engine compartment. He is hoping someone can help him solve it.
By Patrick Rall on January 5, 2017 - 1:01PM
There hasn’t been much said about FCA’s plans for the upcoming Detroit Auto Show, but we know that the new Ram Rebel Black will make its grand debut in the Motor City and while this package is fairly minimal – it is still one great looking truck.
By Mary Conway on December 29, 2016 - 8:49PM
It is an issue that drives just about every driver crazy. Apple forces you to download the latest operating system and your connection in your vehicle stops working. Some members of a Ram Truck forum try to get an owner back on track.
By Patrick Rall on December 29, 2016 - 5:42PM
Full size trucks are the most popular vehicles in the US market and with 2016 being a big year for big trucks, we have put together a list of some of the most significant news stories of our 2016 coverage of the full size truck segment in the US – including Ford, General Motors, Nissan, Ram and Toyota.
By Mary Conway on December 27, 2016 - 5:03PM
Most vehicles have cabin air filters. For some reason, many Ram 1500s do not. They are supplied for the 2017 Ram 1500, but there is a relatively easy modification available for other Ram owners.
By Patrick Rall on December 22, 2016 - 2:36PM
The NHTSA has opened a new investigation to see if the rotary shift mechanisms in the newer Ram 1500 and Dodge Durango are faulty – or if the people having issues with those vehicles just aren’t bright enough to understand how their vehicle functions.
By Patrick Rall on November 15, 2016 - 12:52PM
FCA has announced the pricing for the new 2017 Ram 2500 Power Wagon and with a price starting just over $53,000 and climbing up around $57,500, the heavy duty, Hemi-powered Ram truck is priced very comparably to the 2017 Ford F150 Raptor.