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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.

2026 Ram 1500
Current eTorque Owners Face Rapid Depreciation Risks As Ram Reverts To Non-Hybrid Hemi V8
By Denis Flierl on
Current eTorque owners face massive depreciation risks as Ram reinstates the non-hybrid Hemi V8. Torque News report tracks plummeting trade-in values, forum panic, and provides a critical diagnostic checklist and 48V warranty guide to protect your truck.
2027 Ram 1500 truck
Ram Drops eTorque Mild-Hybrid From 2027 Hemi V8 Fleet To Address 48V Component Failures
By Denis Flierl on
Ram drops the 48V eTorque mild-hybrid system from the 2027 Hemi V8 fleet following owner complaints of Belt Starter Generator failures. Our deep dive covers the UAW production shift, engineering flaws, and what this means for current truck resale values.
A poster in a Ram 1500 Facebook group has an interesting take on how we, as a society of car enthusiasts, think of speed these days. Perhaps people care too much -- or have too high a standard.
Traditional Ram 1500 Truck Buyers Reject The Internet Obsession With Four-second Acceleration Times
By Tim Healey on
A poster in a Ram 1500 Facebook group has an interesting take on how we, as a society of car enthusiasts, think of speed these days. Perhaps people care too much -- or have too high a standard.
Ram 1500, Ford F-150, Toyota Tundra
The Pre-Owned Pickup Playbook: Tracking the Most Reliable V8 and Turbocharged Truck Platforms Under $35,000
By Denis Flierl on
Buying a used truck under $35,000? Senior Reporter Denis Flierl breaks down the ultimate playbook, tracking high-mileage V8 platforms versus the severe mechanical liabilities of downsized turbos to protect you from the luxury truck debt trap
2026 Ram 1500 & 2026 GMC Sierra
The Luxury Truck Debt Trap: Deep Dive Into 2026 Ram & Sierra Resale Value Trends and Post-Warranty Repair Costs
By Denis Flierl on
Think a luxury truck is a safe investment? Think again. This consumer-advocate action plan exposes the hidden post-warranty repair costs and rapid asset depreciation trapping owners of modern GMC Sierra and Ram 1500 pickups once coverage ends.
2026 Ram Limited Longhorn
Why 4-Time Texas GMC Sierra Owner Ditched Denali for a 2026 Ram Limited Longhorn: “I Hope I’ll Love the Truck in the Long Run”
By Denis Flierl on
A 4-time GMC Sierra owner (including 2 Denalis and 2 AT4s) just jumped ship to a 6th Gen Ram 1500 Limited Longhorn. While he loves the luxury interior, he reveals long-term reliability concerns that keep him cautious about his new truck.
2026 Ram Rampage
Why the Ram Rampage is an Easy Bet to be a Big Seller in the U.S.
By Mary Conway on
Ram will be bringing 4 new products to market as part of its Stellantis' $70 billion investment to rejuvenate its brands. As I have previously reported, the Ram Rampage compact truck is already a hit in South America.
2027 Ram Rumble Bee Trucks
Ram Stings the Competition with New Line of 2027 Rumble Bee Street Trucks
By Mary Conway on
The street trucks all feature HEMIs with varying levels of horsepower, but they are shorter and faster than the current Ram 1500s.
2026 Ram 1500 Bighorn
Ram 1500 Hurricane Engine Teardown: Why This 6th Gen Twin-Turbo Tech May Cost More Than a $108 Fill-Up
By Denis Flierl on
A deep-dive mechanical teardown of the 6th Gen Ram 1500’s 3.0L Hurricane twin-turbo engine and active grille shutters reveals why extreme heat soak strains critical components, flashing a warning that long-term repairs could dwarf a $108 fill-up.
2026 Ram Big Horn
The $108 Pump Milestone: Dissecting the 2026 Ram 1500 Big Horn Real-World Fuel Costs
By Denis Flierl on
A 2026 Ram Big Horn owner’s $108 fill-up is going viral on Facebook. Staten Island driver Mike Sullivan says the 6th Gen truck is "worth every penny," sparking a massive debate on the real-world cost of ownership for Ram's newest pickup generation.
2026 Dodge Roadkill Nights Poster
We'll Find Out This Week About the Future of Dodge, Chrysler, Ram and Jeep in North America: In the Meantime, Dodge is Cementing its Status as the King of Muscle Cars
By Mary Conway on
Stellantis will reveal its future plans for the brands during its Investor Day this week. Dodge and Chrysler are expected to play lesser roles going forward. Dodge is guarding its muscle car status announcing a major event for August.
This Texas Dodge, Jeep, and Ram Dealer Is So Stuffed With Inventory You Can't Even Get a Van Out Without Moving Six Trucks
This Texas Dodge, Jeep, and Ram Dealer Is So Stuffed With Inventory You Can't Even Get a Van Out Without Moving Six Trucks
By Armen Hareyan on
A Dallas-Fort Worth Dodge, Jeep, and Ram dealer near Frisco is so overwhelmed with unsold inventory that a $76,000 Grand Wagoneer and $104,000 Ram trucks are sitting bumper to bumper with nowhere to go.
2026 Ram 1500
Why The 2026 Ram 1500 Redesigned 6th-Gen Central Gateway Overload Is Triggering Sudden Screen Blackouts And How Owners Can Fix It
By Denis Flierl on
Our 2026 Ram 1500 electrical advocacy guide provides an actionable blueprint for resolving sudden screen blackouts and module shutdowns. We look at NHTSA recall data and provide the specific voltage steps needed to protect your truck's digital grid.
2015 Ford F-150, 2026 Ram 1500
Why An F-150 Owner Is Leaving Ford For A 2026 Ram and The Twin-Turbo Hurricane Engine He Should Avoid For Long-Term Reliability
By Denis Flierl on
A Ford F-150 owner’s switch to a 2026 Ram 1500 reveals why buyers should avoid the complex twin-turbo 3.0L Hurricane engine. We look at forum data explaining why truck owners prefer Ram's returning 5.7L HEMI V8 for long-term reliability.
2026 Chevy Silverado
The 2026 Truck Owner’s Survival Guide: How to Navigate Brand Failures and Warranty Loopholes
By Denis Flierl on
Struggling with 2026 Silverado, Tundra, or F-150 reliability? This consumer action plan provides information for owners, featuring Colorado-specific maintenance tips and insights into warranty loopholes in the current truck reliability crisis.
2026 Chevy Silverado
Silverado 5.3L Lifter Failure Analysis: How DFM Cycle Stalling Causes Catastrophic Top-End Collapse at 70,000 Miles
By Denis Flierl on
Texas owner Jeff Sickle switches to a 2026 Silverado after a Tundra engine failure at 9k miles and F-150 transmission issues. Our technical analysis examines if the 5.3L L84 engine can avoid the lifter and 10-speed defects plaguing the segment.
2026 Ram 1500
The 2026 Ram 1500 Hemi "Dealer Game" Guide: How to Expedite $0 Warranty Repairs for EVAP Check Engine Lights
By Denis Flierl on
Struggling with a 2026 Ram 1500 Hemi check engine light? We scrutinize current dealer backlogs and provide the technical leverage you need to overcome service delays. Discover how Daniel’s New York case empowers you to demand a $0 warranty fix now.
2026 Ram Hemi
2026 Ram 1500 Hemi P0456 Fault: Why 6th Gen Electrical Architecture Is Triggering Early EVAP Sensor Failures
By Denis Flierl on
A 2026 Ram 1500 owner in New York just documented a Hemi V8 check engine light at 2 months. We scrutinize why early 5.7L builds are hitting service bays for EVAP repairs and how the dealer revamped his truck under warranty without out-of-pocket costs.
Ram 1500 & 2026 Toyota Prius
Why the 2026 Prius SE Rides Better on 17-Inch Wheels: A Former Ram 1500 Owner’s Guide to Downsizing for Comfort
By Denis Flierl on
A Pennsylvania Ram 1500 owner reveals why he traded his "gas guzzler" for a 2026 Toyota Prius SE. His secret to a smoother, quieter ride? Choosing the 17-inch wheels over the 19-inch XLE/XSE trims. Discover why this "downgrade" is actually a pro move.
Molten Red 2026 Ram Big Horn
2026 Ram Bighorn Owner Swaps Chevy for 'Hurricane' Power: 3 Reliability Issues He Didn’t Expect
By Denis Flierl on
A 2026 Ram Bighorn buyer reveals why he ditched Chevy for Ram’s new Hurricane SST. Is Ram truly more reliable than GM and Toyota in 2026? We break down the real-world issues owners are reporting and why this owner says the color was only the beginning.
2024 Nissan Frontier & 2026 Ram Big Horn
Why This 2024 Nissan Frontier Owner Ditched a 2-Year-Old PRO-4X for a 2026 Ram 1500 Hemi: Cabin Dimensions vs. Hurricane Engine Reliability
By Denis Flierl on
Frustrated by the 2024 Nissan Frontier’s cramped cabin, owner Neil Bull traded for a 2026 Ram 1500 Big Horn. Why he chose the 5.7L Hemi over the 3.0L Hurricane turbo and how the move from mid-size to full-size solved his reliability and space concerns.
2026 Ram 1500 America 250
The Ram 1500 Saw Sales Rise 27 Percent in the First Quarter, Helping Return Stellantis to Profitability
By Mary Conway on
Stellantis CEO praised Ram and Jeep in his financial report, saying sales in North America are up six percent over the first quarter of 2025.
Mopaw Pet Carrier
Jeep and Ram Reach Out to Pet Owners With a New Line of Equipment to Make Sure Your Furry Best Friend is Always Safe during the Ride
By Mary Conway on
The American Veterinary Medical Association estimates that there are over 89 million dogs in America. The AVMA estimates that there are about 73 million cats. Mopar has a new line of accessories called Mopaw, that are designed to keep pets safe.
2025 Ram 1500 Hurricane
Texas Owner’s 2025 Ram 1500 Hurricane Limited Hits ‘11.7V Death Spiral’ at 3,728 Miles; Dealer Tests Find No Fault
By Denis Flierl on
A Texas owner’s 2025 Ram 1500 Hurricane Limited is dead at 3,728 miles—twice. Despite two battery replacements, the dealer claims "no fault found." Here is why the 12V parasitic drain is plaguing new Ram owners and the TSB fix you need to know.
2027 Ram 2500 Emergency Response Truck
Why We Will Start Seeing More Emergency Response Officers Driving Heavy-Duty Trucks
By Mary Conway on
Now that Ram is building a pursuit-rated heavy-duty truck, other automakers are sure to follow. Emergency responders, like fire and police personnel, need strong, dependable vehicles to get to emergencies wherever they are.
2026 Ram 1500 America 250
Stellantis Plans to Keep Chrysler and Dodge Brands but Will Focus on Ram and Jeep Because Those Brands are More Successful and Profitable
By Mary Conway on
The new CEO of Stellantis refused to shut down the ailing brands, believing they can still be successful in their regions.
2025 Ram 1500 Hurricane
5-Time Ram 1500 Owner Quits HIs 2025 Hurricane Because at 11,000 Miles His Car Had 3 Electrical Failures
By Denis Flierl on
A Florida owner’s 2025 Ram 1500 Hurricane has suffered 3 major electrical breakdowns in just 11,000 miles. With no parts available and no repair timeline from Stellantis, the 5-time loyalist says she’s done. Is the 6th Gen Ram’s reliability at risk?
2024 Toyota Tundra and 2026 Ram
Why This Tundra Owner Traded His 2024 Hybrid for a 2026 Ram Laramie: 'Too Many Problems' Triggers Texas Switch
By Denis Flierl on
Frustrated by 2024 Toyota Tundra reliability issues, Dallas owner Carlos Manuel swapped his truck for a 2026 Ram Laramie Southwest Edition. We analyze if the Ram's "Great" J.D. Power rating justifies ditching the Tundra's unproven i-FORCE MAX hybrid.
2026 Ram 1500 America 250 at Denver auto Show
The 2026 Ram 1500 is Hauling Home Another Truck of the Year Title
By Mary Conway on
The 2026 Ram 1500 is popular among the automotive writers this year. The Ram 1500 HEMI has received kudos across the board. The latest award is from the Rocky Mountain Automotive Press that finds the Ram 1500 perfect to handle rough mountain terrain.
2026 Ram Rebel
1,451-Mile Failure: 2026 Ram Rebel Owner Slams ‘Headache Trucks’ After Second Electrical Death in One Year
By Denis Flierl on
"I am beyond upset." Lancaster, SC, owner Darrin Williams reports his 2026 Ram Rebel is dead at 1,451 miles; his second new Ram to fail in 12 months. After a "burned fuse block" fix failed, Williams warns of a repeating cycle of electrical “lemons."
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