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4 days ago
- Automotive
- Car and Driver
2026 Ram HD Review, Pricing, and Specs
Overview While trucks like the 2026 Ram HD are made to perform herculean feats of strength, they aren't afraid to class things up a bit too, offering interior features, materials, and tech rivaling those of a premium sedan. Two powertrains are on offer: A 405-hp 6.4-liter Hemi V-8 gasoline engine is standard, but hardcore users will want to spec the 430-hp Cummins inline-six diesel for its 1075 pound-feet of torque and its 36,610-pound max tow rating. Both offer an eight-speed automatic transmission and two- or four-wheel drive, save for the Power Wagon and Rebel which get 4WD standard. Finally, three cab sizes—regular, crew, and Mega—make finding the perfect fit for your family or crew easy. What's New for 2026? Refreshed for 2025, the 2026 Ram HD 2500 and 3500 trucks are expected to carry over with no significant changes. Pricing and Which One to Buy The price of the 2026 Ram HD is expected to start around $48,000 and go up to $83,000 depending on the trim and options. Tradesman $48,000 (est) Lone Star $52,000 (est) Big Horn $52,000 (est) Laramie $64,000 (est) Longhorn $76,000 (est) Limited $76,000 (est) Rebel $80,000 (est) Power Wagon $83,000 (est) 0 $25k $50k $75k $100k $125k Most serious users are willing to pay up for the diesel, but the standard 405-hp 6.4-liter gas engine is plenty capable, even in the 3500. For the best mix of capability, space, luxury, and price, we would stick with the most popular model, the 2500 4x4 Crew Cab Laramie. Although more are sold with the Cummins, stick with the gas V-8, which is quicker around town, unless towing huge trailers is a high priority for you. With the dollars saved, spring for the limited-slip differential and load-leveling air suspension, which further improves the Ram's already impressive ride quality. Engine, Transmission, and Performance Standard power in all models comes from a 405-hp 6.4-liter V-8, which makes 429 pound-feet of torque. This is the only engine and transmission offered in the Power Wagon, which is exclusively four-wheel drive. However, every other model is also offered with a 6.7-liter Cummins diesel inline-six with either rear- or four-wheel drive. The diesel is available in both 2500 and 3500 models and makes 430 horsepower and 1075 pound-feet of torque. Both the gas and diesel engines are paired with an eight-speed automatic. When we drove the updated Ram HD pickups, we found the updated Cummins diesel engine to be responsive and refined; although it's still noisier than the V-8, it's no longer a raucous beast. 0–60-MPH Times Depending on powertrain configuration, we estimate the Ram HD pickups will get to 60 mph in between 6.7 and 8.1 seconds. View Exterior Photos Ram Towing and Payload The maximum towing capacity of the 2025 Ram 3500 is 36,610 pounds, but such a number requires the diesel engine. The Ram 3500 also has a maximum payload capacity of 7590 pounds, but unlocking that capability requires sticking with the standard gas engine. The 2500 model is rated to tow up to 20,000 pounds with the diesel engine, and its max payload is 4420 pounds when equipped with the gas engine. Fuel Economy and Real-World MPG Fuel economy is not estimated by the EPA on commercial vehicles such as the Ram 2500 and 3500 because their Gross Vehicle Weight Ratings (GVWR) exceed 8500 pounds. We haven't yet tested the Ram's updated Cummins engine on our real-world 75-mph highway fuel-economy test, but we'll update this section when we do. Interior, Comfort, and Cargo As with most pickups, the Ram's extensive number of trim levels and cab styles means its interior materials, passenger space, and in-cabin tech features can vary widely in terms of quantity and quality. A single cab, a spacious four-door Crew Cab, and the massive Mega Cab (which offers the largest rear seat in the class) are available. Although heavy-duty trucks from Ford, Chevy, and GMC are also large and luxurious inside, the Ram has the best interior in the segment with luxury-car-level detailing, extreme comfort, and a clean, modern design, while the highest trim levels offer premium materials. The top Longhorn trim even gets striped wood and gold trim on the dash, doors, and gauges, along with the Longhorn logo hand-branded into the wood on the truck's upper glovebox door. The cabin's design also features easy-to-use controls and a ton of interior cubby storage. Its multilevel center console can accommodate a laptop with a 15.0-inch screen. Every Ram HD also comes with standard acoustic glass and active noise cancellation tied into the audio system, and the result is a truck that's luxury-car quiet inside—even the diesel models. View Interior Photos Ram Infotainment and Connectivity Ram packs its heavy-duty trucks with in-cabin tech, including the latest in infotainment, that rivals some big-buck luxury sedans and SUVs. The Ram's system is intuitive, with simple menus and prompts. It also responds quickly to user inputs, and its 8.4-inch touchscreen is large and well-placed. Ram also offers a larger 12.0-inch touchscreen and an even bigger 14.5-inch one, both of which give the truck's interior a high-tech look and feel. A separate 10.3-inch passenger display is also available. The infotainment system features navigation, a subscription-based Wi-Fi hotspot, and Apple CarPlay and Android Auto. For your devices, the truck's interior features five USB ports and up to three 115-volt outlets, which can handle up to 400 watts to run or charge tools quickly. Safety and Driver-Assistance Features Both the Ram 2500 and 3500 can be equipped with a long list of driver-assistance technology. For more information about the Ram's crash-test results, visit the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) and the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) websites. Key safety features include: Standard forward-collision warning and automated emergency braking Standard adaptive cruise control Available blind-spot monitoring and rear cross-traffic alert Warranty and Maintenance Coverage Ram provides its two heavy-duty models with a competitive limited warranty. While both its powertrain coverages span five years, gas-fed engines get 60,000 miles of protection while the diesel offers 100,000 miles—similar to what's offered by the Ram's HD rivals. Unlike Chevy and GMC, however, the Ram has no complimentary scheduled maintenance. Limited warranty covers three years or 36,000 miles Powertrain warranty covers five years or 60,000 miles No complimentary scheduled maintenance Specifications Specifications 2025 Ram 2500 and 3500 Vehicle Type: front-engine, rear- or rear/4-wheel-drive, 2–6-passenger, 2- or 4-door pickup PRICE 2500, $47,660–$92,200; 3500, $48,665–$93,955 ENGINES pushrod 16-valve 6.4-liter V-8, 405 hp, 429 lb-ft; turbocharged and intercooled pushrod 24-valve 6.7-liter diesel inline-6, 430 hp, 1075 lb-ft TRANSMISSIONS 8-speed automatic DIMENSIONS Wheelbase: 140.2–169.3 in Length: 232.0–260.8 in Width: 83.4–96.5 in Height: 77.1–80.9 in Passenger Volume, F/R: 62–64/61–66 ft3 Curb Weight (C/D est): 5600–8650 lb PERFORMANCE (C/D EST) 60 mph: 6.7–8.1 sec 1/4-Mile: 14.8–16.2 sec Top Speed: 100–105 mph EPA FUEL ECONOMY Combined/City/Highway: N/A More Features and Specs
Yahoo
18-03-2025
- Automotive
- Yahoo
2025 Ram Heavy Duty Streamlines the Order Sheet in Conquest Bid
The 2025 Ram HD line of trucks gets a new Cummins 6.7-liter six-cylinder turbocharged diesel that sends 430 hp and 1,075 lb-ft of torque through a similarly new eight-speed transmission. The 6.4-liter Hemi remains as the base powertrain and sends 405 hp and 429 lb-ft of torque through an eight-speed transmission. Ram pivoted back to a standard column-mounted electronic shifter for 2025. Three-quarter-ton and one-ton pickups are like ice cream: everyone has a favorite flavor, and it's hard to bring pistachio fans over to chocolate chip. But if that truck's new spec sheet is compelling enough, well, brand loyalty can come into question. It seems like the Detroit brands making these diesel-burning trucks are all looking for conquest opportunities, as seen by the latest evolution of Ram's 2500 and 3500 trucks. Gone is the middle-weight Cummins, with a new version of the high-output diesel as the only Cummins available, which poses a 1,075-lb-ft question to Ram shoppers. Of course, powering the base-model Ram heavy-duty trucks is still the 6.4-liter Hemi. This Hemi is effectively carried over and shoves 405 hp and 429 lb-ft of torque through an eight-speed automatic transmission. This gasoline engine is available in both 2500 and 3500 trucks in case you or your fleet are limited on available fuel. In 3500 guise the Hemi performed its motionly duties without too much hitch in its giddy up. Power delivery is linear; you get to hear the siren song of the Hemi burble through the exhaust; and it has a lighter sticker weight. That said, for some, there could be a major downside: towing. The most tow-friendly Hemi-powered Ram 3500 4x4 can tug an impressive 17,760 pounds with a regular cab and an eight-foot bed. With the new Cummins, that same truck is rated to tow 36,610 pounds. You can also shuttle as low as 14,630 pounds in the Cummins-powered 2500 Mega Cab Laramie, or 10,530 pounds in Hemi Power Wagon trim. The latest 6.7-liter Cummins mill lives up to the name's expectation and is a torque monster. The 430 hp figure might as well be ignored because the 1,075 lb-ft of torque can literally deliver the goods. This new Cummins engine features a revised block that can help it manage the stress from this much power. While the engine itself is a nice touch, the true star of this updated powertrain is the eight-speed automatic mated to the improved Cummins. This eight-speed gives you more flexibility with power delivery but also shifts smoothly without jostling your trailer or cabin too much. Towing a single-car trailer that was topped with a Dodge Ram SRT-10, to the tune of around 8,000 pounds, felt like light work for the updated Cummins powertrain. Towing the SRT-10 up the Davis Dam run in Arizona felt almost like shuffling a diesel-burning Ram limousine. Sure, it was harder to manage because the effective wheelbase was stretched, but the Cummins didn't bat an eye. Unladen, the Cummins-powered Ram is deceptively quick, without too much drama. Tire chirping unladen might be on the menu for some, but just rolling into the throttle, feeling the surge from the turbochargers, and rolling to highway speeds happens quicker than you'd expect from a big diesel truck. Despite the powertrain, the updated Ram steers effortlessly with a heavily boosted power steering system. The road feel is more akin to a '60s land yacht than what you'd expect from a diesel-powered workhorse. If this is your daily office, the light steering will be a welcomed part of your workday grind. That workplace also wildly depends on how far up the trim walk your wallet can afford to take you. The standard issue has cloth-covered seats that are comfortable and supportive enough. The standard 8.4-inch media screen wasn't available to test, but the 12-inch Uconnect screen keeps some essential buttons like your exhaust brake on real switches. The large 14.5-inch screen basically bails on physical buttons, which some shoppers might not appreciate. There was a minor hiccup with a Uconnect screen inside a Ram Power Wagon, where the off-road controls, which are baked into a sub-menu inside of the screen, wouldn't load. Rebooting the screen and changing drive profiles fixed the issue. If so inclined, you can add a front passenger display to keep your co-worker or co-pilot happy while you're chewing up the miles. Ram's HD off-roader—the Power Wagon—is limited in power to just the 6.4-liter Hemi. Forging ahead without Cummins diesel power, the Ram Power Wagon still delivers pretty potent off-road hardware. A front sway bar disconnect helps maximize articulation, and specially tuned Bilstein dampers handle the hard work of managing the bumps. Goodyear Wranglers wrap a set of 17-inch alloy wheels to help you navigate loose surfaces, and a 12,000-pound winch can help your friends get out of trouble. As surprising as it might seem to take the Power Wagon on a trail, it does work well. The suspension might not be as soft as your side-by-side, so washboards are annoying, but the large rig works well while climbing over obstacles and taking in the scene. If you want the most opulent, if not most comfortable, interior Ram has to offer, you'll find that stuffed inside the Laramie Longhorn. This wild interior features leather appointments almost everywhere but is accented by pinstripe stitchwork and bronze bezels. It may be on the overwrought side of the spectrum, but it might help you stomach the hefty asking price. That is the major hangup with all of these high-end haulers: the price. True, the gas-powered, entry-level Ram 2500 starts at a reasonable $47,660. The diesel will add another $12,595 to the bottom line. However, if you want to see a six-figure price on the bottom of your new truck's window sticker, you can get that without too much help from the option sheet. Ram says these trucks are available for purchase now and are made at the company's factory in Saltillo, Mexico. Do you think the new Ram Heavy Duty is worth the cost? Tell us your thoughts below.
Yahoo
18-03-2025
- Automotive
- Yahoo
View Exterior Photos of the 2025 Ram Heavy Duty
read the full review Have you ever looked at Ram's heavy-duty pickups and thought, "If only they could have more power"? If so, you're going to dig the recently refreshed Ram HD lineup. Ram's heavy-duty trucks are capable of producing mondo amounts of torque. A new Cummins turbo-diesel option is available. This 6.7-liter brute produces 430 horsepower and a whopping 1075 lb-ft of torque. If you don't need all of that hauling power, there's also a 6.4-liter Hemi V-8 making 405 horsepower and 429 lb-ft. With the new Cummins engine underhood, a properly outfitted Ram HD can tow up to 36,610 pounds. The Ram 2500 also accelerates more briskly than before, reaching 60 mph in under seven seconds, according to Ram. All Ram HD trucks get a new grille, standard LED headlights, and other visual tweaks. The Ram HD starts at $47,660 for a base 2500. Keep going to check out even more pictures of the 2025 Ram Heavy Duty. You Might Also Like Car and Driver's 10 Best Cars through the Decades How to Buy or Lease a New Car Lightning Lap Legends: Chevrolet Camaro vs. Ford Mustang!
Yahoo
15-02-2025
- Automotive
- Yahoo
American Axle & Mfg Holdings Inc (AXL) Q4 2024 Earnings Call Highlights: Navigating ...
Fourth Quarter 2024 Sales: $1.4 billion. Full Year 2024 Sales: Approximately $6.1 billion. Fourth Quarter 2024 Adjusted EBITDA: $161 million or 11.6% of sales. Full Year 2024 Adjusted EBITDA: $749 million or 12.2% of sales. Fourth Quarter 2024 Adjusted EPS: Loss of $0.06 per share. Full Year 2024 Adjusted EPS: $0.51 per share. Fourth Quarter 2024 Adjusted Free Cash Flow: $79 million. Full Year 2024 Adjusted Free Cash Flow: $230 million. Fourth Quarter 2024 Gross Profit: $154.3 million. Fourth Quarter 2024 SG&A Expense: $89 million or 6.4% of sales. Fourth Quarter 2024 Net Interest Expense: $37.3 million. Fourth Quarter 2024 Income Tax Expense: $6.8 million. Fourth Quarter 2024 GAAP Net Loss: $13.7 million or $0.12 per share. Fourth Quarter 2024 Net Cash Provided by Operating Activities: $151.2 million. Fourth Quarter 2024 Capital Expenditures: $77.6 million. End of 2024 Net Debt: $2.1 billion. End of 2024 Total Available Liquidity: Approximately $1.5 billion. 2025 Sales Outlook: $5.8 billion to $6.05 billion. 2025 Adjusted EBITDA Outlook: $700 million to $760 million. 2025 Adjusted Free Cash Flow Outlook: $200 million to $230 million. Warning! GuruFocus has detected 5 Warning Signs with AXL. Release Date: February 14, 2025 For the complete transcript of the earnings call, please refer to the full earnings call transcript. American Axle & Mfg Holdings Inc (NYSE:AXL) closed the year strong with solid operational progress and generated $79 million in adjusted free cash flow in the fourth quarter. The company secured a contract extension to supply power transfer units for Ford Maverick and Bronco Sport vehicles, ensuring future business stability. AAM's transformational combination with Dowlais is expected to create a leading global driveline and metal forming supplier, enhancing shareholder value. The company achieved its financial targets for 2024, coming in at the high end of its adjusted EBITDA range and exceeding the midpoint of its adjusted free cash flow target. AAM's 2025 financial outlook includes targeting sales between $5.8 billion to $6.05 billion and adjusted EBITDA of approximately $700 million to $760 million, indicating a stable financial trajectory. AAM's adjusted earnings per share in the fourth quarter of 2024 was a loss of $0.06 per share, indicating profitability challenges. The company's sales in the fourth quarter of 2024 were $1.38 billion, down from $1.46 billion in the fourth quarter of 2023, reflecting a decline in sales volume. Adjusted EBITDA in the fourth quarter of 2024 decreased to $160.8 million from $169.5 million in the previous year, showing a decline in profitability. AAM's net debt remains high at $2.1 billion, with a net leverage ratio of 2.8x, indicating significant financial obligations. The company anticipates higher cash taxes in 2025, ranging from $60 million to $70 million, which could impact cash flow. Q: Can you discuss the mix and volume expectations for GM trucks and Ram HD in 2025? A: Christopher May, CFO, explained that they expect GM full-size truck production to range from 1.3 million to 1.4 million units for the year. The Ram HD platform is expected to be relatively flat year-over-year, with lower volumes in Q1 but increasing production in Q2 and beyond. The mix is expected to remain relatively flat, with strong demand for heavy-duty and SUV models. Q: Is the reduction in R&D and CapEx for 2025 purely organic, or is it influenced by the upcoming Dowlais combination? A: Christopher May confirmed that the reductions are purely organic and part of AAM's stand-alone guidance. The company is optimizing its spend to reflect current market requirements. Q: What are the potential revenue synergies from the Dowlais combination? A: David Dauch, CEO, highlighted that the combination of AAM and Dowlais brings together complementary businesses, creating cross-selling opportunities globally. Both companies are well-positioned in electrification, which will drive future revenue growth as markets evolve. Q: How does AAM plan to manage its leverage and capital allocation post-Dowlais merger? A: Christopher May stated that AAM aims to reduce leverage to 2.5x before considering additional capital allocation priorities. The focus will remain on organic growth and debt repayment, with a balanced approach to capital allocation once the target leverage is achieved. Q: How is AAM addressing commodity risks, such as tariffs and steel prices? A: David Dauch explained that AAM's strategy of buying and building locally helps mitigate tariff risks. The company has minimal exposure to steel and aluminum tariffs as these materials are sourced locally. Additionally, AAM has pass-through mechanisms for commodity cost fluctuations, insulating it from market volatility. For the complete transcript of the earnings call, please refer to the full earnings call transcript. This article first appeared on GuruFocus. Sign in to access your portfolio
