THE THIRD INCOMODO – Is called RAM 1500 REV the first electric pickup of the American house owned by Stellantis. After having released the images, RAM officially debuts the new model at the New York International Auto Show, revealing all the technical specifications. This is a fundamental model for the brand’s electrification strategy, since in America this type of vehicle, which is called “truck”, is consistently among the best-selling ever. The rivals of the new RAM 1500 REV are the Ford F150 Lightning and the Chevrolet Silverado EV.
REMARKABLE NUMBERS – The drums of the RAM 1500 REV is offered in two different sizes: 168 e 229 kWhwith respective autonomy dicharate in 573 and 805 km. Both, thanks to the architecture of the car, which supports a recharge power of up to 350 kW, can be restored in 10 minutes for a distance of 177 km. The stars and stripes pick-up is not only range, but also performance, which is ensured thanks to the two compact 339 HP electric drive modules (EDM) that combine engine, gearbox and inverter. One of them is positioned on the front axle with automatic wheel declutch, so as to allow the wheels to turn freely in certain conditions, maximizing efficiency in difficult conditions. The other EDM module is located on the rear axle, which can be associated with an electronic locking differential. THE 654 CV di powerto overall and i 840 Nm of torque they allow the pickup to go from 0 to 100 in 4.4 seconds. Furthermore, the RAM 1500 REV has a towing capacity of 6,350 kg, with a maximum payload of 1,225 kg.
NEW PLATFORM – Il RAM 1500 REV is engineered on the new platform STLA Frame, specific for electric vehicles, with a “body-on-frame” design. The new high-strength steel frame is made up of materials that guarantee rigidity and resistance; the STLA Frame architecture is wider in the center to efficiently integrate the battery pack, with the protection offered by the side members. In terms of efficiency, the full-length under-fairing guarantees an aerodynamic drag coefficient estimated at 0.340.
CAN GO OFF-ROAD – Il RAM 1500 REV has a multi-link independent rear suspension system combined with adjustable pneumatic shock absorbers, which allow for five different modes: entry/exit, aero, normal, off-road 1 and off-road 2. ” the 22” aluminum rims take care of the ground combined with the 275/50R22 Pirelli Scorpion all-season tyres.
BIDIRECTIONAL RECHARGE – Being equipped with bi-directional charging, the RAM 1500 REV it can both recharge another electric vehicle and supply energy to the grid. In fact, it can also be used to supply energy to a home during an adverse weather event, or, alternatively, guarantee the power supply to a construction site.
WELL EQUIPPED – Available in five trims, including Tradesman, Big Horn/Lone Star, Laramie, Limited and the all-new Tungsten, the RAM 1500 REV it boasts a technological interior while remaining faithful to the style of the American company. In fact, being designed for a “practical” audience, the RAM has seen fit to leave many physical keys. The dashboard is characterized by the presence of digital instrumentation visible on a 12.3-inch panel, and by the centrally positioned vertical screen, through which the Uconnect 5 multimedia system can be managed. There is also a digital rear-view mirror, and a ‘head up display. The latter, configurable and up to 10 inches, is able to simultaneously show various contents such as the functions of the Adas, the speed limit and the indications provided by the navigator. Do not miss the standard Klipsch Reference Premiere audio system, equipped with 23 speakers and, according to the house, able to guarantee a superior sound experience.
DO NOT EXAGERATE – Aesthetically the RAM 1500 REV it has shapes quite similar to those of the version with heat engine. The main innovations are concentrated on the front, where there are new LED headlights that extend horizontally, placed inside a brand new grille. The rear lights and the design of the bumper and fascia also change.
