đźšš Ram Delays Electric Truck Launches Amid Market Shifts
📆 Revised Timelines for Ram's Electric Trucks
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Ram 1500 REV: Initially set for a 2025 debut, the all-electric truck is now pushed back to summer 2027, arriving as a 2028 model year.
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Ram 1500 Ramcharger: The plug-in hybrid version is now expected to launch in Q1 2026.
🛠️ Reasons Behind the Delays
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Extended Validation: Ram is extending its vehicle validation phase to ensure the trucks meet high standards before release.
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Shift in Market Demand: A cooling in demand for battery-electric pickups contributed to the delay of the fully electric REV model.
⚡ What to Expect from Each Model
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Ram 1500 REV: This model is expected to feature a 168 kWh battery pack and deliver an estimated range of about 350 miles, lower than the previously announced 500-mile target.
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Ram 1500 Ramcharger: A plug-in hybrid with a 92 kWh battery and a gasoline-powered generator offering an estimated range of up to 690 miles.
🏠Production and Facility Investment
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Both vehicles will be produced at a dedicated plant in Sterling Heights, Michigan, which has received a significant investment for electric vehicle manufacturing upgrades.
🔄 Strategic Shift to Hybrids First
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Due to evolving consumer interest, Ram is prioritizing the Ramcharger hybrid model ahead of the all-electric REV to provide greater range flexibility and appeal to a broader audience.