OZP becomes the first manufacturer of the Stellantis group, of which it is a part, get a new generation of six-cylinder in-line engines with a volume of 3 liters. Called SST, for Six-Straight Turbo, it’s offered on the pickup in Hurricane and Hurricane High Output versions, delivering respectively 420 and 540 horsepower. As such, power has increased over the engines they replaced, but they nonetheless mark the end of an era the disappearance of the incredible 5.7L Hemi V8 which was relevant up to that time. Currently, the TRX version and its 712-horsepower 6.2-liter Hemi V8 are also not being updated. On the other hand, The 3.6L V6 Pentastar e-Torque remains in the catalog.

Two electric motors, one thermal

At least in the United States. These new versions should also arrive in Europe within a few months under the guidance of importers officially authorized by Stellantis, such as AEC for example. But for those who want a V8, it’s time to hurry. On their side RAM will also be offered original plug-in hybrid version. It is powered by a 3.6-liter Pentastar V6 engine, derated to 177 hp, which acts as generator for two electric motors of 340 hp each. (front) and 323 hp. (behind). This is 663 horsepower of total power! Associated with the 92 kWh battery should be provided by a device called the Ramcharger more than 1100 kilometers of autonomy! A model that therefore strengthens the electrified offering of the large pick-up, which is already available in a 100% electric version.

100% “Made in the USA”

This new crop of RAM 1500s is of course being kept its unique attractivenessbut gets a front panel with exquisite lampswith recycled shieldswith new disks and an revised range. At the top sits the new ‘ultra-high’ Tungsten finish with a sleek finish: genuine leather seats, heating and ventilation with 24-way adjustments, particularly at the front. The pickup also wins expand the range of assistance and comfort systems, including autonomous highway driving, a color head-up display or a 10.25-inch front passenger screen. Another beautiful model of excess, the secret of which only Americans know, which we are unlikely to see while traveling on our French roads…

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