I do love that RamCharger. They are going the Gas-Electric vehicle route and I’m a huge nerd of the way Diesel-Electric trains work. You still get the awesome torque and instant response of an electric powertrain but the ease, fast, range and reliability of an engine powering it.
I'm with you 100%. A locomotive is just an electric vehicle with its own generator and this makes sense in a pickup as well. And for we RVers having a generator and the torque from a dead stop is yet another huge plus.
It’s a matter of time before they go diesel/electric in HD pickups I think. Right now we have the HO Powerjoke at 500/1200, can you imagine a diesel/electric? If they did it right, we’re talking north of 1500ft-lbs and over 1000 mile range probably. A towing SOB
Or why not a RNG generator. We in the states have a very strong infrastructure, low if not 0 emissions, under $2 a gallon. I believe class 8 trucks will be moving in that direction.
@@Kenopshi-q7c You obviously don't understand a modern truck buyer. There are high end folks out there wanting the best, and 120K is a drop in the bucket.
I am a Dodge girl all the way, love the ram and has always been a good truck for me, I am on my 4th RAM. had a 2002 2500 cummins, 2004 2500 cummins , 2008 mega cab 3500 and now a 2015 1500 Hemi 5.7
Wow, the RAMCharger is the PHEV / BEV truck owners like me need. This solution is PERFECT. I do own a PHEV SUV and 95% of the time, the battery capacity is more than enough to cover daily use and for the long WE hauls with a trailer, the onboard ICE generator will top off the batteries on the way. This is not for range anxiety owners, this is for users that need to use their trucks as a daily drive and tow large trailers on the WE where a pure BEV is just not the right tool for the job. Well done RAM. I just can't wait to trade in my Rebel for this wonder, if the pricing is reasonable 😀
I do like what I'm seeing, however i do believe the hemi needs to remain an option. As long as ford and chevy still offer a v8, so should ram. Doesn't have to be standard, but should be available so customers can really have the truck of their dreams
I think once people start getting their hands on the hurricanes they won't miss their hemis for long other that the crowd that only cares about having a big rumbley v8 sound. more hp and torque, and id bet better mpg.
@@digger450r same argument could be made for the ecoboost. Same power as the 5.0, but better economy. A vast majority of f150s on the road are 3.5 ecoboosts. But yet there is still the opinion for the 5.0. I'm not saying you are wrong, but i think it still needs to be an available option for those who want it
No V8 option and Hurricane H.O. is only available on longhorn and limited trim levels. Good luck selling a V6 or an I6 truck when the competition still has V8s in their low & mid level trims.
@@Lq32332 "Ford buyers," enough said. 🏳️🌈 Lol, but seriously, I do hope it works out. There's still reliability and longevity of the motor to consider, which, at least for me, is most important. All these big SUVs that have small I4s see issues way earlier in life than they ever should... they're overworked. Hopefully, that same issue doesn't happen here.
Hurricane H.O. is only available on limited and longhorn trims... wow. Ram must be looking to exit the market of anyone with less than $100k to spend on a truck.
I'm not expecting it to be cheap, but it won't be TRX prices either. The battery is relatively small compared to other truck offerings (which is fine in this configuration). The engine driving the generator is the pentastar v6 that they've had for absolutely ages, and it's a relatively low output because again, it doesn't need to be a monster in this configuration. A sub 300hp motor that can store that energy into the battery for when more is needed is everything I ever wanted from a hybrid. The Ramchargers will be available in multiple trims from what I've read, from a tradesman all the way up to a tungsten. If I had to put an educated guess on this, I'd say ramcharger will be a $10k-$14k premium over the standard model. Big Horns will still be readily affordable, as will lower optioned laramies. A tungsten is easily going to crest the 6 figure mark I'd guess. Anything less then $10k over a hurricane powered truck is an absolute no brainer. And most importantly, this is a "1500" that could EASILY be classified as a 2500. 14k towing is nuts, It's probably going to weigh in the 7-8k range which will also help with stability when towing that much. I didn't want to deal with diesels so I was really looking at f-250's with the godzilla motor because I regularly tow 8k to 10k. I will now be holding out to see how this thing fairs before I ever consider dropping the money on a 3/4 ton truck now. Ram, you want someone to put it through it's paces when they're ready, holla at ya boi here lol
I got excited for a minute thinking they were bringing the actual Ramcharger back. Was really looking forward for that. Still not sold on the EV market. The Hurricane engine sounds cool but still think the Hemi needs to be an option as well as the Cummins. Absolutely love my 2018 2500 Cummins.
I'm really interested in seeing how the Ramcharger performs in the wild. I love my 1500, but I could see myself moving to the RC at some point if it does everything that it seems to!
Ditto. I'm super excited about the EV future, but we are not there yet. So a mix seems to be what many folks like me are looking for. I'm sure once the battery market figures out a few shortcomings, full EVs will be the only way to go, but we aren't there just yet.
I removed myself from the list of potential buyers, when the Hemi stopped being available without the ridiculous (and now problematic) e-torque system. Now? Looks like I'm gonna drive my 2019 until the wheels fall off. And if the 5.7 dies, I'll build and swap in a 6.4.
Wow! The RAMCHARGER is what we've been waiting for! The best of both worlds. Just make sure it has a truck size bed please, and if it incorporates the open the back option of the REV then even better! I"m in line!
If your referring to the midgate, that was a joke... Ram changed their mind regarding that idea when they went with a modern frame bed and not unibody...
Brave. Ram charger skipped a power train generation of technology. Expected this in 2032 not 2025. Expensive and complex, but really innovative. Those with solar will daily commute for free. Next generation will have probably solid state batteries taking 1/3 the mass out. Good platform for 15 years or 2 truck generations. GMC always leads power train engineering of the big 3. RAM good work you skipped ahead on this one, a really good long term investment. hopefully but probably to early to have a version in the la auto show in a week or so..
I really can't believe they built the Ram Charger. This is EXACTYL what I've been looking for because it works just like a chevy Volt but with superior range.
RAMcharger can be a game changer, especially for truck owners who use their trucks to tow/haul. add rear-wheel steering to this and now you have a truck that turns better.
Love the new updates to the truck. And I can't wait to see these things in action. Plus, I can't wait to see what you guys do with the TRX going forward. You guys make amazing trucks. I love my 2021 RAM TRX. Best truck ever 🙌 💪❣️❤️🔥❤️🔥
I've owned my 2014 Chevy Volt for 7 years and it's been a great little car, but I still use my 2015 Silverado to tow and haul stuff. I like the RAMCHARGER idea and hope they can build it as well or even better than my Volt. Having the option to choose all electric for trips under 40 miles or gas assisted for 300+ miles has made this car one of the best I have ever owned. Now, RAM is making my dream truck with an even better powertrain and I look forward to seeing it when available. 👍
I'm also a volt owner and I agree 💯 this is how to get into electric that car has been 0 issues just charge drive and gas generator for backup... Wow talk about smart. I also have ram Eco Diesel and love it for it's purposes. But this RAMCHARGER if they do it right will be the ticket! 92KW I wonder what that equals at full electric range. Locomotive tech so smart!
@@KcYukon I had heard the RAMCHARGER should get 145 miles on battery alone but I assume that is city and not highway miles. With my Volt I switch to HOLD mode if I plan to drive over 55 MPH for more than 20 miles unless I can use an L2 where I am going.
@@jordanplays-transitandgame1690 That might be the play from Tim Kuniskis. But let's see how the whole EV market is going right now. Maybe he wanted TRX to be like a banshee dodge charger more power and distinct than the ram charger and to be fully electrified
I mean they could have brought back the actual ram charger instead of ruining it 😂 and it brought back the Dakota and then also made like you said a mid size electric in that platform.
Probably wont be too bad. The battery is where the money is, and 92kwh is less than half of Ram EV or Hummer battery. The pentastar is the cheapest (and most reliable) engine Chrysler makes. My guess is this thing will start at $60k and end at $85k. Not too far off a gas truck.
I love the range extender option and the style of this truck. I really, really hope it’s offered with a long-bed option. The 5 ft bed is relatively useless for productivity. Also, I wouldn’t buy this unless an option to plug-in were also designed into the truck for people that want to just charge from home for regular commuting.
@COBRAKAI1254 Unfortunately what we see is what we know of. The bed offerings are gonna be very much similar to what we currently have right now if I had to guess. The EVs may have a smaller bed to help improve aero dynamics to get a better range out of the electric motors and batteries. But there is going to be a work truck option for the EVs, so there is a good chance that they may offer a longer bed option for the work truck models. Only time will tell.
Glad they are thinking outside the box but should have kept the option for a V8. Wish they would have addressed the payload of this segment and with all the new tech it will drop even more. Plus, the price of these trucks will keep smart people away and sales low.
I like how this presented like an investors update panel. The kind of people who can actually afford any ram truck. Normal people will be able to afford these used at 60% total battery capacity if your lucky.
My 2023 limited is more technically advanced than I am. I couldn’t handle more technical advancements. Glad I bought my truck when I did. I will say I hope they move the 4WD selector switch up higher, I keep bumping mine putting it into 4WD without knowing it until I look down and see it’s been engaged.
Damn you guys are smart! Judging from the acceptance of the 4xE products, the way to allay the customer’s fear of EV is with a well done PHEV. This Ramcharger (thanks 70s Chrysler for thinking ahead - PERFECT NAME) will hit it out of the park. Perfect battery size, perfect engine choice. It’s the Chevy Volt serial hybrid that we always wanted but didnt get. Is 14,000lbs a record for a 1/4 ton truck? Gotta be. I’m in. I’m buying. Take my money.
@@moskovthefirst2227 true, but Chrysler lucked out with both Ramcharger and Charger names in the back catalog. Perfect EV names. Almost as good as Buick Electra or Chevy Spark.
@@moskovthefirst2227 What makes you think the are gutting the V8s? The Hurricane will do most of what they need, but something tells me the Hemi will still be made for decades, just in fewer vehicles. I personally will only miss the hemi in 6.2 and 6.4 form. Dont really care about it in something like a Durango or Cherokee if the L6 has 100 more hp, better mileage, and lower cost.
Love my 2017 Big Horn with my Hemi, and when I eventually move on I am going to miss my rumble. But I like the direction Ram is going and the Ramcharger looks like a great bridge to switch to full electric. Does anyone know if my previous Ram REV insider deposit would work with the current offering or just for the Ram REV?
I had the same question, but the email i got today mentions you can choose either the Ram REV or Ramcharger when your chance to purchase arrives (this was an auto message they sent me and not a direct question i asked them)
I have a volt and I love this kind of concept and the ramcharger is the first vehicle in several years to catch my eye, I just hope it won't be at an absurd price!
This should be at the top, they are still holding out on NACS, there wont be any chargers to use (good thing your truck has its own generator now)... Youre gonna need that generator unless you can use a NACS station.
The gas charging motor is one of the most practical, realistic add-ons that every company since the BMW i3 should have been doing.. Great/real world video covering features with only 30 seconds of astroid drama. Well done RAM.
Wow I can actually say Chevrolet,gmc, and all other car makers are not going to like this video. Ram did a wonderful job with this 1 the payload, the interior, the design how could you not spend your money on this beauty. I currently have a hemi 5.7 and this is a new generation/evolvement of how technology is suppose to be used great job ram and I can’t wait to get my hands on one of these bad boys 😊
Congratulations. Seems like you took a Lightning and made it even better. And most importantly, making a true plug in hybrid. You got a real winner there. Hopefully you can make an overland version of it as soon as possible, even at launch.
Lemme look for a stamp so I can send in my money - that Ramcharger looks like an outstanding tow vehicle for our RV lifestyle AND you won't need a separate generator when you get to the campsite. Plus with 4WD you can go more places with your towable RV. And, doggone it, we just bought a Ram 2500 and now I want this.
I love our Ram trucks! These new ones look great. But honestly I think they’re going overboard with the technology. We just want a simple, capable truck that’s reliable, going to last and we can work on, like our Rams have done.
I have a 2022, replaced a 2013, its an updated version of the same radio, the new one freezes on startup every day, never had that problem with the old one. I am so sick of software
@@patkinch35that’s why I went from a warlock to an F-150 never saw my self in a ford but man I’m so happy I swapped the ford is light years better then any ram I’ve ever driven. And it’s got a 5.0 coyote!! Not stupid 6 cylinder.
The days of the simple V6/V8 2WD work truck that costs $30K is pretty much over. Or it seems to be. Maybe they will build a cheap electric at some point but that's not in the cards for now, since battery packs cost a lot, maybe the lowend Hurricane, in a stripped down interior. PERHAPS. ... this kind of video is about going up market , not down market.
This is great information. I'm really on the fence about going full EV. I've been buying new RAM trucks since 2007 and it's going to be difficult for me to make the switch from the HEMI. I'm open-minded I'm following the research and who knows maybe someday I'll trade in my 22 Limited.
Love my 2012 Ram sport 5.7 with 53K on it. I like the sound of better gas mileage but is it a electric plus where I could plug it in at some of the free electric plugs at some places still.
Nice video overview of what is coming from Ram, well done especially this Ramcharger which is innovative, and not available from GM or Ford or anybody else. Well done Ram engineering!
Oh, my God! What I feared, the V8 engine is no longer available. It's the end. The only thing i loved about Ram was its classic V8 in a modern pickup truck. Ecosocialists should be happy. Completely disappointing that the V8 engine is not even an option.
Now make the RAMCHARGER "light-duty" option with a less expensive I4 generator. No turbo, VVT, or direct injection. Just like 50-60kW. You should still be able to meet emissions by having the engine only run at it's most efficient RPM during charging/range-extend mode with a specific RPM cam and ignition timing. Towing a boat or smaller travel trailer only needs about that much power going down the highway anyway. Would still easily give you a few hundred miles of towing for the folk like me that don't do it very often, or go to really remote areas with no charging around. And the ~150+ miles of electric range this should get will cover almost all of my normal daily and weekend commutes.
Will current V8 engine Ram owners pay more $ for a truck with no V8 engine? There will be a lot who won’t. Get your 2024 model year Ram 1500 with a V8 engine now.
@@KeithHobbs-ed1dc More power and torque, and marginally better fuel economy, but some truck owners just like the sound and feel of a V8 engine. Reliability of the new In-line 6 engine remains to be seen.
Now please make a plug-in electric hybrid with a solar roof option to charge the battery while standing idle on your 1500. That would be a perfect transition vehicle.
The solar roofs that have been put out so far are not very effective. But that could change. A motor to generator that is an on board charger is a real game changer ... that is cool if it is highly reliable, and the Pentastar is proven... of course the whole system has to be proven and reliable and that is not proven yet.
Hope the Ramcharger powertrain trickles down to the Gladiator as its 4xe variant!! Would love to upgrade my 3.6L Gladiator to one that makes twice the power and twice the range
one more thing, while you’re at it, the new direct drive torqueflite transmission needs the ability to lock in top gear so it can’t shift down, those turbo engines will pair up great, more capable RAM
@Dodge, can you please make an SUV based on this Ram Recharge platform?!? I love the idea of 140+ ev miles, and still having an engine for long trips, plus ability to power the house during emergencies (does it have a 220v outlet? Might need more than 400w outlet)
@@sterlingarcher4957 Yup, I also agree. Though I may just keep my Rebel for now and upgrade the front end to the refresh version, appears to be just headlights, grill and lower trim besides the front bumper, once the parts become available. I'll have a sleeker refreshed looking RAM with a Hemi. The new vehicle market prices are just crazy right now.
@@sterlingarcher4957 Agreed. I think I'll pick up a 2023 Ram v8 and just keep it for years. I'm not going to buy a v6 twin turbo or an EV ever. I have 0 interest in those platforms
Don't get me wrong, I have been driving a Ram, (Dodge) sense the early 70s. Still do, but your killing me with the RamCharger name. To me the RamCharger/TrailDuster is the 2 Door full convertible SUV. Want to make a win with me, Bring back the RamCharger.. Other then that, Love the new trucks. I Love Love my 77 TrailDuster and my 19 2500.
As much as everyone is shittin on RAM, Dodge, Jeep or even Chrysler brands about dithcing HEMIs the corpos cant change it, the future and everything around them is pushing them to go hybrid or electric, smaller more efficient. I think we should be happy theyre still making next generations with IC engines and not too small, I just REALLY hope the Hurricane engine will as strong as Pentastar for ex.
These fancy $50-100k full-sized trucks are too rich for my blood, but if Ram brought the compact Rampage to US shores with a starting msrp in the low $30's I'll run down to my local dealer and sign on the dotted line 🖋
I do love that RamCharger. They are going the Gas-Electric vehicle route and I’m a huge nerd of the way Diesel-Electric trains work. You still get the awesome torque and instant response of an electric powertrain but the ease, fast, range and reliability of an engine powering it.
I'm with you 100%. A locomotive is just an electric vehicle with its own generator and this makes sense in a pickup as well. And for we RVers having a generator and the torque from a dead stop is yet another huge plus.
It’s a matter of time before they go diesel/electric in HD pickups I think. Right now we have the HO Powerjoke at 500/1200, can you imagine a diesel/electric? If they did it right, we’re talking north of 1500ft-lbs and over 1000 mile range probably. A towing SOB
It’s called a Hybrid…duh! 😊
Or why not a RNG generator. We in the states have a very strong infrastructure, low if not 0 emissions, under $2 a gallon. I believe class 8 trucks will be moving in that direction.
@@stevetk8174 Natural gas is dead.
That Tungsten trim looks pretty sweet, but I can’t even imagine the price tag to drive off in one of those
Hint: a lot...:)
Doesn't matter, I'll sell my house and a kidney and get one. I will live in it / no prob
$120k plus
a Ram truck should not have a BMW price tag on it 😂
@@Kenopshi-q7c You obviously don't understand a modern truck buyer. There are high end folks out there wanting the best, and 120K is a drop in the bucket.
I am a Dodge girl all the way, love the ram and has always been a good truck for me, I am on my 4th RAM. had a 2002 2500 cummins, 2004 2500 cummins , 2008 mega cab 3500 and now a 2015 1500 Hemi 5.7
The perfect girl, a petrolhead woman.
Wow, the RAMCharger is the PHEV / BEV truck owners like me need. This solution is PERFECT. I do own a PHEV SUV and 95% of the time, the battery capacity is more than enough to cover daily use and for the long WE hauls with a trailer, the onboard ICE generator will top off the batteries on the way. This is not for range anxiety owners, this is for users that need to use their trucks as a daily drive and tow large trailers on the WE where a pure BEV is just not the right tool for the job. Well done RAM. I just can't wait to trade in my Rebel for this wonder, if the pricing is reasonable 😀
Just picked up a 1500 with the Hemi. Glad I did it when I did.
I do like what I'm seeing, however i do believe the hemi needs to remain an option. As long as ford and chevy still offer a v8, so should ram. Doesn't have to be standard, but should be available so customers can really have the truck of their dreams
I think once people start getting their hands on the hurricanes they won't miss their hemis for long other that the crowd that only cares about having a big rumbley v8 sound. more hp and torque, and id bet better mpg.
@@digger450r same argument could be made for the ecoboost. Same power as the 5.0, but better economy. A vast majority of f150s on the road are 3.5 ecoboosts. But yet there is still the opinion for the 5.0. I'm not saying you are wrong, but i think it still needs to be an available option for those who want it
No V8 option and Hurricane H.O. is only available on longhorn and limited trim levels. Good luck selling a V6 or an I6 truck when the competition still has V8s in their low & mid level trims.
@@MS-vr3ycThe majority of Ford buyers pick the v6 over the 5.0… so ya I think an inline 6 with more power and better mpg will sell just fine.
@@Lq32332 "Ford buyers," enough said. 🏳️🌈
Lol, but seriously, I do hope it works out. There's still reliability and longevity of the motor to consider, which, at least for me, is most important. All these big SUVs that have small I4s see issues way earlier in life than they ever should... they're overworked. Hopefully, that same issue doesn't happen here.
Hurricane H.O. is only available on limited and longhorn trims... wow. Ram must be looking to exit the market of anyone with less than $100k to spend on a truck.
The S.O. makes more power than the outgoing 5.7, so what's your beef? You want a cheap stripped down work truck with the biggest engine?? GTFOH.
std Hurricane is available on other trim levels 420hp/469tq
Just buy a Ford F-150 trust me you won’t regret it.
@@BoostedYotelol
Incorrect
I'm not expecting it to be cheap, but it won't be TRX prices either. The battery is relatively small compared to other truck offerings (which is fine in this configuration). The engine driving the generator is the pentastar v6 that they've had for absolutely ages, and it's a relatively low output because again, it doesn't need to be a monster in this configuration. A sub 300hp motor that can store that energy into the battery for when more is needed is everything I ever wanted from a hybrid.
The Ramchargers will be available in multiple trims from what I've read, from a tradesman all the way up to a tungsten. If I had to put an educated guess on this, I'd say ramcharger will be a $10k-$14k premium over the standard model. Big Horns will still be readily affordable, as will lower optioned laramies. A tungsten is easily going to crest the 6 figure mark I'd guess. Anything less then $10k over a hurricane powered truck is an absolute no brainer.
And most importantly, this is a "1500" that could EASILY be classified as a 2500. 14k towing is nuts, It's probably going to weigh in the 7-8k range which will also help with stability when towing that much. I didn't want to deal with diesels so I was really looking at f-250's with the godzilla motor because I regularly tow 8k to 10k. I will now be holding out to see how this thing fairs before I ever consider dropping the money on a 3/4 ton truck now.
Ram, you want someone to put it through it's paces when they're ready, holla at ya boi here lol
90 kWh is largest battery in any PHEV currently
I got excited for a minute thinking they were bringing the actual Ramcharger back. Was really looking forward for that. Still not sold on the EV market. The Hurricane engine sounds cool but still think the Hemi needs to be an option as well as the Cummins. Absolutely love my 2018 2500 Cummins.
I hope they bring a truck-based suv of the newer RamCharger, similar to all of the older RamChargers
They haven't changed the HD models yet. The 6.4 HEMI and Cummins might stick around for a few more years.
Cummins isn’t going anywhere anytime soon.
Same here had an '85 Ram Charger!
You can just pretend range extender is regular truck, never use the charging port, replace the fuel tank with high capacity model
The Ramcharger is a game changer for sure.
I'm really interested in seeing how the Ramcharger performs in the wild. I love my 1500, but I could see myself moving to the RC at some point if it does everything that it seems to!
Ditto. I'm super excited about the EV future, but we are not there yet. So a mix seems to be what many folks like me are looking for. I'm sure once the battery market figures out a few shortcomings, full EVs will be the only way to go, but we aren't there just yet.
The wife works for Stellantis and she said the Ram Charger will MSRP for around $88k in 2025. Ewwww
@@DeepDishPizzaUS or CDN dollars?
@@KcYukon USD
Son of a....that's nuts.
I removed myself from the list of potential buyers, when the Hemi stopped being available without the ridiculous (and now problematic) e-torque system.
Now? Looks like I'm gonna drive my 2019 until the wheels fall off. And if the 5.7 dies, I'll build and swap in a 6.4.
Or do what I did get a Ford F-150 with the 5.0L V8 trust me you will not regret it, it is so much better than my warlock.
Can't wait to see the updates / plans for the HD lineup! Please have 8+ gears...
Can’t wait to win the lottery so I can buy one. In the meantime I’ll be babying my 10 year old Ram until it dies.
Crate motors and transmissions are a fraction of the price of new especially with dealer mark up.....4th Gens still look great
Wow! The RAMCHARGER is what we've been waiting for! The best of both worlds. Just make sure it has a truck size bed please, and if it incorporates the open the back option of the REV then even better! I"m in line!
If your referring to the midgate, that was a joke... Ram changed their mind regarding that idea when they went with a modern frame bed and not unibody...
Real bed like long bed? Not happening, get a 2500 for that. They don’t sell in half tons
Ram races forward to their goal of 6 figure+ 1500s… hopefully with 30 year financing options.
🤣
I have never seen a truck so beautiful in my life it’s so nice
Good job ram!!!
It would be nice if you’d offer a trx package on the rebel with a lift and 35s from factory
It's going to be called the RHO, the whole wide body and suspension of the TRX, just with the HO Hurricane
Brave. Ram charger skipped a power train generation of technology. Expected this in 2032 not 2025. Expensive and complex, but really innovative. Those with solar will daily commute for free. Next generation will have probably solid state batteries taking 1/3 the mass out. Good platform for 15 years or 2 truck generations. GMC always leads power train engineering of the big 3. RAM good work you skipped ahead on this one, a really good long term investment. hopefully but probably to early to have a version in the la auto show in a week or so..
I don’t think they are even going to LA. Strike caused them to pull out of all upcoming shows, SEMA, LA and….I forget the third
I really can't believe they built the Ram Charger. This is EXACTYL what I've been looking for because it works just like a chevy Volt but with superior range.
These look great but the initial cost as well as repairs down the line are going to be astronomical
Why i6 engines are the most reliable reliable
The Pentastar 3.6L is extremely reliable. In the Ramcharger it will be turning the generator at a set RPM, so it will have a long life.
RAMcharger can be a game changer, especially for truck owners who use their trucks to tow/haul.
add rear-wheel steering to this and now you have a truck that turns better.
Love the new updates to the truck. And I can't wait to see these things in action. Plus, I can't wait to see what you guys do with the TRX going forward. You guys make amazing trucks. I love my 2021 RAM TRX. Best truck ever 🙌 💪❣️❤️🔥❤️🔥
Ram TRX is a cool truck but how about that gas milage not so cool.
I've owned my 2014 Chevy Volt for 7 years and it's been a great little car, but I still use my 2015 Silverado to tow and haul stuff. I like the RAMCHARGER idea and hope they can build it as well or even better than my Volt. Having the option to choose all electric for trips under 40 miles or gas assisted for 300+ miles has made this car one of the best I have ever owned. Now, RAM is making my dream truck with an even better powertrain and I look forward to seeing it when available. 👍
I'm also a volt owner and I agree 💯 this is how to get into electric that car has been 0 issues just charge drive and gas generator for backup... Wow talk about smart. I also have ram Eco Diesel and love it for it's purposes. But this RAMCHARGER if they do it right will be the ticket! 92KW I wonder what that equals at full electric range. Locomotive tech so smart!
@@KcYukon I had heard the RAMCHARGER should get 145 miles on battery alone but I assume that is city and not highway miles. With my Volt I switch to HOLD mode if I plan to drive over 55 MPH for more than 20 miles unless I can use an L2 where I am going.
@@HappySillyFace yea I was reading about 185 miles but hwy driving could bring it down for sure... But huge improvements from 35 miles in the volt.
Ram charger producing 600+ horses with 600+ lbs trq is head to head with the trx. And the price is what makes it un purchasable
how much is it ?
Ramcharger with Hurricane might be the next TRX? Who knows
@@jordanplays-transitandgame1690 That might be the play from Tim Kuniskis. But let's see how the whole EV market is going right now. Maybe he wanted TRX to be like a banshee dodge charger more power and distinct than the ram charger and to be fully electrified
The Rev and Charger both look amazing. Still keeping my fingers crossed for a midsized electric truck in the very near future.
I mean they could have brought back the actual ram charger instead of ruining it 😂 and it brought back the Dakota and then also made like you said a mid size electric in that platform.
Holy Ram Charger!! That’s a game changer that is going to make others take notice but is the price going to be right.
That's exactly what I was thinking. Decent battery for daily commute, but being able to run long distances. Damn, RAM.
Probably wont be too bad. The battery is where the money is, and 92kwh is less than half of Ram EV or Hummer battery. The pentastar is the cheapest (and most reliable) engine Chrysler makes. My guess is this thing will start at $60k and end at $85k. Not too far off a gas truck.
All of these trucks are going to be $100k+
I love the range extender option and the style of this truck. I really, really hope it’s offered with a long-bed option. The 5 ft bed is relatively useless for productivity. Also, I wouldn’t buy this unless an option to plug-in were also designed into the truck for people that want to just charge from home for regular commuting.
It does have a level 1 and level 2 plugin for home charging and charging on the road.
That’s amazing, do we have any details on the bed offerings?
@COBRAKAI1254 Unfortunately what we see is what we know of. The bed offerings are gonna be very much similar to what we currently have right now if I had to guess. The EVs may have a smaller bed to help improve aero dynamics to get a better range out of the electric motors and batteries. But there is going to be a work truck option for the EVs, so there is a good chance that they may offer a longer bed option for the work truck models. Only time will tell.
Want a long bed? Get a 2500. 1500 will never have a regular cab or long bed again, simple fact they don’t sell. No one buys them.
Glad they are thinking outside the box but should have kept the option for a V8. Wish they would have addressed the payload of this segment and with all the new tech it will drop even more. Plus, the price of these trucks will keep smart people away and sales low.
Best in class towing and payload
I like how this presented like an investors update panel. The kind of people who can actually afford any ram truck. Normal people will be able to afford these used at 60% total battery capacity if your lucky.
What a shame RAM had to discontinue the 5.7 Hemi like that. I get there pushing the 3.0 i6 but give the V8 guys there V8’s.
Unfortunately those days are over...
100% hopefully that will change soon
My 2023 limited is more technically advanced than I am. I couldn’t handle more technical advancements. Glad I bought my truck when I did. I will say I hope they move the 4WD selector switch up higher, I keep bumping mine putting it into 4WD without knowing it until I look down and see it’s been engaged.
I love my Ram 1500 but mainly because it’s a V8 Hemi, if they take that away I’ll have to switch brands when it’s time to trade.
Well the epa has kill the hemi with the fines from the 5.7 and they had 10 years to update that engine
RAMCHARGER well done this exactly what I wanted... Well done Ram well done!!!
I want my Ram with a Hemi, you're making a huge mistake by getting rid of the Hemi.
I too
RAMCharger as a Off-Road Trim (Rebel) and I will be hooked. But finally RAM wakes up and brings a real Hybrid Truck on the marked.
Blown away guys. Bravo!!
The Ramcharger would be great for towing a RV on long trips.
Loving the updates, looking forward to more info
These are nice. Cant wait to see what the future holds for the HD platform
Will the back window leak too? Crack manifolds , lifters and electrical problems ??
Damn you guys are smart! Judging from the acceptance of the 4xE products, the way to allay the customer’s fear of EV is with a well done PHEV. This Ramcharger (thanks 70s Chrysler for thinking ahead - PERFECT NAME) will hit it out of the park. Perfect battery size, perfect engine choice. It’s the Chevy Volt serial hybrid that we always wanted but didnt get.
Is 14,000lbs a record for a 1/4 ton truck? Gotta be.
I’m in. I’m buying. Take my money.
This isn't even close to a ram charger drastically different from its predecessor
Besides why gut the v8 if the competition is keeping the v8s as an option as well? Why gut the entire v8 lineup for?
@@moskovthefirst2227 true, but Chrysler lucked out with both Ramcharger and Charger names in the back catalog. Perfect EV names. Almost as good as Buick Electra or Chevy Spark.
@@moskovthefirst2227 What makes you think the are gutting the V8s? The Hurricane will do most of what they need, but something tells me the Hemi will still be made for decades, just in fewer vehicles. I personally will only miss the hemi in 6.2 and 6.4 form. Dont really care about it in something like a Durango or Cherokee if the L6 has 100 more hp, better mileage, and lower cost.
Saturn Ion. Ford Lightning.
Olds Ohm-ega!
Love my 2017 Big Horn with my Hemi, and when I eventually move on I am going to miss my rumble. But I like the direction Ram is going and the Ramcharger looks like a great bridge to switch to full electric.
Does anyone know if my previous Ram REV insider deposit would work with the current offering or just for the Ram REV?
I had the same question, but the email i got today mentions you can choose either the Ram REV or Ramcharger when your chance to purchase arrives (this was an auto message they sent me and not a direct question i asked them)
Bring back the Cross Hair Grille...
And a bumper
$115k plus dealer mark ups on the Ram charger RIP
I have a volt and I love this kind of concept and the ramcharger is the first vehicle in several years to catch my eye, I just hope it won't be at an absurd price!
Hopefully the EV and Hybrid will use the NACS charging system.
This should be at the top, they are still holding out on NACS, there wont be any chargers to use (good thing your truck has its own generator now)... Youre gonna need that generator unless you can use a NACS station.
The gas charging motor is one of the most practical, realistic add-ons that every company since the BMW i3 should have been doing.. Great/real world video covering features with only 30 seconds of astroid drama. Well done RAM.
Wow I can actually say Chevrolet,gmc, and all other car makers are not going to like this video. Ram did a wonderful job with this 1 the payload, the interior, the design how could you not spend your money on this beauty. I currently have a hemi 5.7 and this is a new generation/evolvement of how technology is suppose to be used great job ram and I can’t wait to get my hands on one of these bad boys 😊
Interior looks incredible
Congratulations. Seems like you took a Lightning and made it even better.
And most importantly, making a true plug in hybrid. You got a real winner there. Hopefully you can make an overland version of it as soon as possible, even at launch.
Lemme look for a stamp so I can send in my money - that Ramcharger looks like an outstanding tow vehicle for our RV lifestyle AND you won't need a separate generator when you get to the campsite. Plus with 4WD you can go more places with your towable RV. And, doggone it, we just bought a Ram 2500 and now I want this.
That Tungsten is going to be 110k
They’re trying to compete with the Denali ultimate so more than likely
I’m glad to see more brands bringing the straight six back.
No info on a new hemi?
I love opening up my exhaust cutouts on my supercharged TRX V8. Ram making a big mistake. Sound is half the fun
Cant wait for mine. Signed up for the Ram Rev, but pretty sure i'd pick the Ramcharger now! (20 year Ram owner)
why would you buy an electric truck? especially from a company who has never made an ev?
I love our Ram trucks! These new ones look great. But honestly I think they’re going overboard with the technology. We just want a simple, capable truck that’s reliable, going to last and we can work on, like our Rams have done.
I have a 2022, replaced a 2013, its an updated version of the same radio, the new one freezes on startup every day, never had that problem with the old one. I am so sick of software
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@@patkinch35that’s why I went from a warlock to an F-150 never saw my self in a ford but man I’m so happy I swapped the ford is light years better then any ram I’ve ever driven. And it’s got a 5.0 coyote!! Not stupid 6 cylinder.
@@RamTruckswhen are we getting a new HD
The days of the simple V6/V8 2WD work truck that costs $30K is pretty much over. Or it seems to be. Maybe they will build a cheap electric at some point but that's not in the cards for now, since battery packs cost a lot, maybe the lowend Hurricane, in a stripped down interior. PERHAPS. ... this kind of video is about going up market , not down market.
This is great information. I'm really on the fence about going full EV. I've been buying new RAM trucks since 2007 and it's going to be difficult for me to make the switch from the HEMI. I'm open-minded I'm following the research and who knows maybe someday I'll trade in my 22 Limited.
Everything looks good in the begin. Until it breaks. I want be buying this. Good buy Ram Trucks!!!
Hey Ram! , make my V8 great again #MMV8GA
Love my 2012 Ram sport 5.7 with 53K on it. I like the sound of better gas mileage but is it a electric plus where I could plug it in at some of the free electric plugs at some places still.
Nice video overview of what is coming from Ram, well done especially this Ramcharger which is innovative, and not available from GM or Ford or anybody else. Well done Ram engineering!
As a diehard Hemi fan for years, I am impressed!
So what does the base model look like
Oh, my God! What I feared, the V8 engine is no longer available. It's the end. The only thing i loved about Ram was its classic V8 in a modern pickup truck. Ecosocialists should be happy. Completely disappointing that the V8 engine is not even an option.
Can’t believe car manufacturers fold to the bullshit like that. I demand a V10 now that they took away V8
I strongly agree!!!!
Now make the RAMCHARGER "light-duty" option with a less expensive I4 generator. No turbo, VVT, or direct injection. Just like 50-60kW. You should still be able to meet emissions by having the engine only run at it's most efficient RPM during charging/range-extend mode with a specific RPM cam and ignition timing.
Towing a boat or smaller travel trailer only needs about that much power going down the highway anyway. Would still easily give you a few hundred miles of towing for the folk like me that don't do it very often, or go to really remote areas with no charging around. And the ~150+ miles of electric range this should get will cover almost all of my normal daily and weekend commutes.
I love RAM I have had 4 and I recently got etorque and I’m not really sure about yet. I miss the power and sound of the Hemi.
Will current V8 engine Ram owners pay more $ for a truck with no V8 engine?
There will be a lot who won’t.
Get your 2024 model year Ram 1500 with a V8 engine now.
Payed off 2017 i'll watch from the sidelines
If the engine has more power and torque, better fuel economy and reliability, I would have no remorse in saying good-bye to Mr. Hemi.
@@KeithHobbs-ed1dc
More power and torque, and marginally better fuel economy, but some truck owners just like the sound and feel of a V8 engine.
Reliability of the new In-line 6 engine remains to be seen.
@@whb3442 none of the new rams have more power than my F-150 with the 5.0L V8 😂 and it cost half the price 😂😂
@@whb3442 I agree.
Cool. What’s the msrp on these trucks?
Now please make a plug-in electric hybrid with a solar roof option to charge the battery while standing idle on your 1500. That would be a perfect transition vehicle.
The solar roofs that have been put out so far are not very effective. But that could change. A motor to generator that is an on board charger is a real game changer ... that is cool if it is highly reliable, and the Pentastar is proven... of course the whole system has to be proven and reliable and that is not proven yet.
I bought my ram because of the hemi, if they discontinue the hemi I guess I will go we’re there is a V8
I sold a Ram because of the Hemi. I'll come back now.
Tim is the best!
😢😢😢😢This was beautiful.... just got the email... Ramcharger will be in my driveway
Ram is the liberal of the truck world. It identifies as they/them.
RIP RAM HEMI.
I’m a Ford guy now
Absolutly . V8 is USA , V8 is freedom.
Hope the Ramcharger powertrain trickles down to the Gladiator as its 4xe variant!! Would love to upgrade my 3.6L Gladiator to one that makes twice the power and twice the range
Can the all-electric vehicles be lifted?
Welp. I guess my next truck will be a Ford or Chevy since they still offer V8's
just cuz of the sound they make?
I was gonna buy one for the hemi, glad to see you got rid of the engine everyone wants
Get a 5.0 RCSB F-150 I love mine.
they will regret this decision for sure
We need this for the 1 tons with a Cummins 4BT as the generator
one more thing, while you’re at it, the new direct drive torqueflite transmission needs the ability to lock in top gear so it can’t shift down, those turbo engines will pair up great, more capable RAM
@Dodge, can you please make an SUV based on this Ram Recharge platform?!? I love the idea of 140+ ev miles, and still having an engine for long trips, plus ability to power the house during emergencies (does it have a 220v outlet? Might need more than 400w outlet)
RAMCHARGER!!! “Mo-powwwwaaa-baaabeh!!!!” ⚡️💥🔥💨
I hope this truck works better than my 2020 ram
It won’t 😂
I think yall need to make an SUV version and bring back the RAMCHARGER it makes so much sense theRam that Charges
What trim level is the maroon truck ? I prefer that front facia out of all those presented
Is it called ram rev or ram ramcharger? Iam interested in this truck
Ram rev is fully electric
ramcharger is a Series Hybrid
A Ram 1500 Gen 2 4x4 Sport and TRX owner here. This makes me sick to my stomach to see the death of the iconic V8.
In the RAM, you can go Ford or GM if you still want a V8, they are investing in next gen V8s so they aren't going away anytime soon with those brands.
@@gpaje Sadly you are correct. I am a die hard Ram fan but those Trail Bosses just got a lot more appealing after Ram killed the V8.
@@sterlingarcher4957 Yup, I also agree. Though I may just keep my Rebel for now and upgrade the front end to the refresh version, appears to be just headlights, grill and lower trim besides the front bumper, once the parts become available. I'll have a sleeker refreshed looking RAM with a Hemi. The new vehicle market prices are just crazy right now.
@@sterlingarcher4957 Agreed. I think I'll pick up a 2023 Ram v8 and just keep it for years. I'm not going to buy a v6 twin turbo or an EV ever. I have 0 interest in those platforms
Bought myself a brand new XL F-150 with the 5.0L coyote with a supercharger absolutely love it and paid less for it than a bighorn 😂
Hats off to RAM for getting it right with ALL customers.
Don't get me wrong, I have been driving a Ram, (Dodge) sense the early 70s. Still do, but your killing me with the RamCharger name. To me the RamCharger/TrailDuster is the 2 Door full convertible SUV. Want to make a win with me, Bring back the RamCharger.. Other then that, Love the new trucks. I Love Love my 77 TrailDuster and my 19 2500.
Hoping for an in-depth segment on the new charger ev too.
As much as everyone is shittin on RAM, Dodge, Jeep or even Chrysler brands about dithcing HEMIs the corpos cant change it, the future and everything around them is pushing them to go hybrid or electric, smaller more efficient. I think we should be happy theyre still making next generations with IC engines and not too small, I just REALLY hope the Hurricane engine will as strong as Pentastar for ex.
Looks great. Infuriating to see $90k price tag way too often.
Let's go already with an actual 5th gen 2500 and 3500
K, so when will Stellantis announce they are adopting NACS??
RAM-1500 KING OF TRUCKS
Only with the HEMI V8 now they are Female soccer mom mobiles! Hurricane engines do NOT have a oil dipstick,how nice!
They look like Durango's now so boo there. Will the Tradesmen starting MSRP be $50,000 like the current gen?
Okay ram dame hahah this is why I love rams they woke up finally and chose just udder violence 😂
You can’t get the high output engine in the Ram 1500 correct?
These fancy $50-100k full-sized trucks are too rich for my blood, but if Ram brought the compact Rampage to US shores with a starting msrp in the low $30's I'll run down to my local dealer and sign on the dotted line 🖋
I admire your optimism