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Why Ram’s Electric Trucks Are Delayed… It’s Not What You Think

Why Ram’s Electric Trucks Are Delayed… It’s Not What You Think​

CEO Tim Kuniskis Sets the Record Straight on Ramcharger and REV Setbacks​


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There’s been a lot of chatter lately about why Ram keeps pushing back its upcoming electrified pickups, the range-extended Ram 1500 Ramcharger and the all-electric Ram 1500 REV. Some folks are convinced something went wrong during development. Others say it must be a software issue. But according to Ram CEO Tim Kuniskis, that’s not the case at all.

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Why Ram’s Electric Trucks Are Delayed... It’s Not What You Think

Uncover the real reasons behind the delays of Ram's electric trucks. It is not what you think regarding technical issues.
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Why isn't the new volume at Warren that is under utilized? This isn't common sense it is an Excuse. Part of RAM 1500 problems is not the engine... it is the volume capacity. When they discontinued the Ram Classic. What is going their instead? TIM just admitted it we have a capacity issue? Is it the Frames then, where is the bottle neck. If the bottle neck is Sterling Heights then new EV and REV should be sent to Warren.
 
TripleT said:
Why isn't the new volume at Warren that is under utilized? This isn't common sense it is an Excuse. Part of RAM 1500 problems is not the engine... it is the volume capacity. When they discontinued the Ram Classic. What is going their instead? TIM just admitted it we have a capacity issue? Is it the Frames then, where is the bottle neck. If the bottle neck is Sterling Heights then new EV and REV should be sent to Warren.
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The common sense part I was referring to was building what people want. It has been pretty obvious over the last 12-18 months Ram/truck buyers did not want EV (or even hybrids). Ram buyers even voiced options on the loss of the Hemi and were not thrilled with the Hurricane I6. Ram in return decided to bring back the Hemi and put the EV/Hybrid on the slow burn and concentrate on V8’s for 2026 model year. I really don’t think, based on his remarks production capacity really had nothing to do with making the EV/Hybrid right now.
That is just my take on what he said
 
Mike201 said:
The common sense part I was referring to was building what people want. It has been pretty obvious over the last 12-18 months Ram/truck buyers did not want EV (or even hybrids). Ram buyers even voiced options on the loss of the Hemi and were not thrilled with the Hurricane I6. Ram in return decided to bring back the Hemi and put the EV/Hybrid on the slow burn and concentrate on V8’s for 2026 model year. I really don’t think, based on his remarks production capacity really had nothing to do with making the EV/Hybrid right now.
That is just my take on what he said
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Pretty sure he literally said that it was a Capacity issue.

“So you look at that and go, ‘Wait a minute, I have a plant that can build X number of vehicles,"

The reason why people aren't thrilled with I6 is because it was not marketed with the same vigor. It is superior is every way. No we don't know how REV would do as we have seen a MASSIVE switch across the market toward Hybrids. When offered it become capacity limited.

RAM will continue fall behind if they only concentrate on what used to be the best solution. MARKET THE NEW ONES. didn't say quick switch was the best course... Not sure switching back and continuing to fall behinds is either.

He has Capacity in Warren, do all of the above. Not either/or.
 
vbondjr1 said:
Sooooo................can we get the Hemi back for the Charger
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What a waste of resources if it not the HellCat and Demon.... or Hellephant .... Slower muscle cars are embarrassing.

If it has the 300+ 2.OT on the way the 5.7 will be absolute dinosaur. Like not a fast on like Brontosaurus.

300 + 2.O paired with 200+ ZF and it beats NA engines like they deserved it.
 
So much disfunction from a once great fca company. Just continue to make up excuses. People want options…not just your boring 20 year old hemi engine.

But here are some facts:

Ford still pumps out their v8 and upgrades it every 4-5 years. They also have multiple engine options and have ev trucks. The are currently working on their second gen EV trucks with no stopping the v8.

Chevy…they are redesigning their v8 as well, but not stopping what they currently have. And on top of it, made lower level cheaper ev trucks for folks to have.

This is why folks need to abandon ship with ram…ford and Chevy have so many options to pick from. It hurts me to say that from a loyal dodge and ram guy for 15 years…that’s all I bought. I bought into it in late 2021 ram, and I feel that it’s my last. Ram and stellantis has a lot to prove, and they are failing every way possible
 
TripleT said:
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What a waste of resources if it not the HellCat and Demon.... or Hellephant .... Slower muscle cars are embarrassing.

If it has the 300+ 2.OT on the way the 5.7 will be absolute dinosaur. Like not a fast on like Brontosaurus.

300 + 2.O paired with 200+ ZF and it beats NA engines like they deserved it.
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You’re still one of the dumbest people on the internet
 
We can't have another product release that is not ready for prime time. It costs the company dearly in reputation and future buyers. I'd rather delay the launch and have every little bug worked out in advance rather than meeting some innocuous deadline. Also, there is not much of a demand for these electric Rams in the first place. Resources can best be used in another area. For those that do want an electric or hybrid Ram, I'm sure they don't want to be driving a vehicle that will need to be returned tu the dealership for unending software updates. Take a little extra time and get it right this time fellas.
 
Mike201 said:
The common sense part I was referring to was building what people want. It has been pretty obvious over the last 12-18 months Ram/truck buyers did not want EV (or even hybrids). Ram buyers even voiced options on the loss of the Hemi and were not thrilled with the Hurricane I6. Ram in return decided to bring back the Hemi and put the EV/Hybrid on the slow burn and concentrate on V8’s for 2026 model year. I really don’t think, based on his remarks production capacity really had nothing to do with making the EV/Hybrid right now.
That is just my take on what he said
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I want a Ramcharger. I haven’t put a deposit down because I am waiting for the truck reviewers I follow on YouTube to get a hold of it to put it through its paces. The Ramcharger has the stats to do to the Truck Market what the Toyota Prius gen 2 did to the car market. I feel there is a very vocal minority out there that is drive this conversation the wrong direction. I personally know a dozen people that are very interested in the Ramcharger. The REV will bomb like all the other EV trucks on the market. If the Ramcharger can perform like the stats indicate, they are going to pull in. A lot of first time buyers.
 
Yup, Ramcharger is the one and only viable option out there. I’d be interested but price point has to be perfect or I’m out
 
arod412 said:
Chevy…they are redesigning their v8 as well, but not stopping what they currently have. And on top of it, made lower level cheaper ev trucks for folks to have.
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HAHAHAHAHAHAHA You know why bragging about GM new LT is funny as heck.
 
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