Big, brash and brutish. But can the Ram 1500 survive a weekend bashing around in the bush?
Few vehicles spawn such vitriolic response as the Ram 1500 in Australia. On one hand, there are fans of this big American that’s now available through more mainstream means, with its big engine, big comfort and big towing capacity. On the other hand, others cannot fathom why such a thing exists on the roads, with its big consumption, big footprint and big asking price...
Does swapping out a lusty V8 for a turbo diesel V6 make sense for a Ram 1500, or does it spoil the broth?
The Ram 1500 Express Crew Cab is the second most affordable Ram you can buy, and it's competent beyond the price tag, too.
We go on an off-road adventure to find Mount Warlock in the namesake American big-rig.
Since launching in June 2018 with the 5.7-litre Hemi V8, the Ram has filled a void that the typical 4X4 ute simply cannot service. And now the 2020 Ram 1500 Laramie EcoDiesel offers an extra choice for Australian buyers.
The big (or 'small' if you're in the US) and badass 2019 Ram 1500 can be had with a very handy feature: the RAMBOX. It ain't a cheap upgrade, but it really makes the most of the space available to the side of the tub by creating a locked and secure space for tools, special equipment, or a few ice-chilled cans for the weekend getaway...
If you’re looking to tow something big and heavy, like a big caravan, horse float or boat long distances, you’ll appreciate the effortless nature of this Ram 1500, and be happy to pay for the extra fuel it uses compared to a smaller diesel.
US pick-up maker Ram will expand its portfolio to include a new dual-cab electric ute sized similarly to the Toyota HiLux and Ford Ranger – underpinned by a car-derived platform shared with everything from large Jeep SUVs to a high-performance Dodge muscle car...
US pick-up specialist Ram has confirmed plans to launch an all-electric version of its Ram 1500 pick-up in 2024, promising features that "surpass competitors". Confirmed as part of parent company Stellantis' EV Day event on Thursday night, Ram announced its first battery-electric vehicle would launch in 2024 as a zero-emissions version of its staple Ram 1500 pick-up – currently offered in Australia in petrol-powered 'DS' and 'DT' generation guises...
Sales of US pick-ups from Ram and Chevrolet reached a new high in June 2021, with almost 900 examples reported as sold across both brands. The Ram tally of 581 sales in June 2021 was the second highest result for the brand, falling just shy of its record of 604 sales set in June 2020. However, when sales of Ram and Chevrolet are combined, both brands elevated US pick-ups in to a new high...
Demand for full-size US pick-ups such as the Ram 1500 and Chevrolet Silverado 1500 remains at record levels in Australia. However, chronic parts shortages and production delays in the US have pushed back local deliveries until later this year. Ram Trucks Australia was hopeful an interruption to production would only lead to a one-month delay...
