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Spun off from Dodge as a standalone brand in 2010. The Ram 1500 TRX, Power Wagon, and 2500 HD diesel define the modern Ram lineup.

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Ram is the truck-focused brand of Stellantis (formerly Fiat Chrysler), spun off from Dodge in 2010 to focus exclusively on pickups and commercial vans. The strategic reason was simple: pickups have a different buyer base from passenger cars, and the corporate parent saw an opportunity to build dedicated marketing and dealership messaging around trucks alone. The Ram 1500, Ram 2500/3500 HD, ProMaster commercial van, and Ram Dakota mid-size pickup make up the lineup. The Ram 1500 light-duty pickup is the volume seller and the focus of most enthusiast attention. The 5.7 Hemi V8 has been the signature Ram engine since the early 2000s, and the supercharged 6.2 Hellcat Hemi powered the limited-production Ram TRX (2021-2024) for a brief peak that competed directly with the Ford Raptor. The TRX produced 702 horsepower, ran 0-60 in 4.5 seconds in a 6,400-pound pickup, and was discontinued in 2024 alongside the broader Hellcat platform wind-down. The Power Wagon trim of the Ram 2500 (heavy duty) is the brand serious off-road focused truck. Locking front and rear differentials, disconnecting sway bar, and a winch make it one of the most capable factory off-road pickups available. The Power Wagon nameplate dates to 1945 and was originally a military-derived heavy-duty Dodge truck. The Ram 1500 Limited and Ram 2500 Limited Longhorn are the brand luxury trims, competing with the Ford F-150 King Ranch/Limited and the GMC Sierra Denali Ultimate. Real wood, leather, and large infotainment screens push truck pricing well into luxury vehicle territory. On WhipJury, Ram submissions are heavy on TRX pickups, Power Wagons, and lifted 1500 and 2500 trucks. The community appreciates the engineering ambition of the TRX program and the off-road focus of the Power Wagon.

Ram models we cover

1500
1500
1500 REV
1500 REV
2500
2500
3500
3500
Dakota
Dakota
Power Wagon
Power Wagon
ProMaster
ProMaster
SRT-10
SRT-10
TRX
TRX

The TRX

The Ram 1500 TRX (2021-2024) was the Hellcat as a truck. Same supercharged 6.2 Hemi V8 making 702 horsepower, eight-speed automatic, full-time all-wheel drive with locking front and rear differentials, and serious off-road suspension. It was developed specifically to compete with the Ford F-150 Raptor and exceeded the Raptor on power and acceleration while being slightly heavier. Production ended in 2024.

The Power Wagon

The Ram 2500 Power Wagon is the brand heavy-duty off-road specialist. Standard equipment includes electronic locking front and rear differentials, disconnecting front sway bar, 33-inch tires, and a Warn winch integrated into the front bumper. The truck is designed for serious off-road use including rock crawling and overlanding, where the heavier 2500 chassis provides advantages over the lighter 1500.

Ram on WhipJury

Ram submissions are dominated by TRX trucks (often modified with larger tires and exhaust), Power Wagons, and lifted 1500s. The Ram 2500 with the Cummins diesel has a small but devoted following. The community treats Ram as the truck brand willing to make the most extreme factory variants.

Frequently asked questions about Ram

Why was the TRX discontinued?
Stellantis ended the Hellcat platform program in 2023-2024, which discontinued the supercharged 6.2 Hemi V8 and all vehicles using it. The Ram 1500 TRX was one of the last Hellcat-powered vehicles. The new Ram 1500 RHO is the current performance Ram pickup, with a 3.0 twin-turbo inline six (the Hurricane) instead of the supercharged V8.
Is the Cummins diesel reliable?
Generally yes. The 6.7 Cummins inline six in the Ram 2500 and 3500 HD is widely considered one of the most durable diesel engines in the heavy-duty segment, often crossing 500,000 miles with proper maintenance. Common issues are emissions system components (DEF system, EGR valve, DPF) rather than the core engine.
When did Ram become a separate brand?
Ram was split from Dodge in 2010 as part of Fiat Chrysler restructuring. Before 2010 the trucks were sold as Dodge Ram 1500, 2500, etc. After 2010 they became Ram 1500, 2500, etc. The change was about marketing focus and dealer specialization rather than engineering changes.
What is the difference between Ram 1500 and 2500?
Ram 1500 is the half-ton (light duty) pickup. Ram 2500 (and 3500) is the heavy-duty truck on a different, stronger frame with higher payload and towing capacities, available diesel engines, and different suspension. Heavy-duty trucks are designed for commercial and serious towing applications.
Is the Power Wagon better than a Wrangler Rubicon?
Different vehicles for different uses. The Power Wagon is heavier, has a longer wheelbase, more cargo capacity, and higher towing. The Wrangler Rubicon is lighter, more nimble, has a shorter wheelbase for tight trails, and is more affordable. For overlanding with substantial cargo, the Power Wagon. For technical rock crawling, the Wrangler.

Ram on the WhipJury blog

Is it illegal to lower your car?
Is it illegal to lower your car?

Lowering a car is legal in most states until it crosses a specific line. California says the body cannot sit lower than the lowest part of any wheel rim, Washington requires fenders to cover the full tire tread, and some states set bumper heights instead. Air suspension is how the stance scene stays legal.

The 2027 Ford F-150 brings the V8 back in the expensive trims
The 2027 Ford F-150 brings the V8 back in the expensive trims

The 2027 Ford F-150 makes the 5.0-liter V8 available from the base XL to the top Platinum again, and the King Ranch and Platinum get it back for the first time since 2023. A new 325 hp 3.0-liter EcoBoost becomes the base engine, and a new Raptor 800A trim starts $4,010 cheaper at $74,995.

Metallic, pearl, matte, and satin: what car paint finishes actually do
Metallic, pearl, matte, and satin: what car paint finishes actually do

Metallic paint uses aluminum flake, pearl uses ceramic crystals that refract light into different colors, and matte scatters light so you see form instead of reflections. Each one changes how a car's shape reads, and matte costs 40 to 50 percent more to repair because the clear coat cannot be polished.

GM's boss still calls electric cars the endgame
GM's boss still calls electric cars the endgame

GM chief executive Mary Barra told Fortune that EVs are still the "end game" and the company's "north star," even as US demand slows and federal policy pulls back. The target is 40 to 50 percent of sales by 2030, and Barra now frames the shift as taking decades rather than hitting a fixed date.

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