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Miami Herald
08-07-2025
- Automotive
- Miami Herald
Ford & Chevy Won't Be Happy With Ram's New Heavy Duty Pickup
Heavy-duty trucks are a tough nut to crack, especially when it comes to keeping offerings affordable. The Ram 2500 Rebel already stands out with its impressive spec sheet, and now the truck manufacturer is further expanding its sport truck lineup. The Warlock calls back to the 1970s with an off-road focus, while the Black Express delivers sporty styling. Best of all, both Ram 2500 sport truck options are available at an affordable price, all things considered. Ram's Warlock nameplate dates back more than half a century, and the manufacturer has revived it for the 2026 model year. The Ram 2500 Warlock builds on the Tradesman trim and rolls out on 20-inch diamond-cut wheels wrapped in 32-inch Duratrac tires. The heavy-duty pickup features a black grille surround, flares, and bumpers complemented by a Warlock decal on the side of the bed. Class-exclusive power convex trailer tow mirrors make pulling heavy loads both safer and simpler. The 2026 Ram 2500 Warlock is available in a single configuration: a crew cab with a short bed. As for its off-road focus, the Ram 2500 Warlock features Bilstein shocks, a limited-slip rear differential, and a transfer case skid plate. Inside, the Warlock comes equipped with a cloth bench seat. Under the hood lies a 6.4-liter HEMI V8 engine mated to an eight-speed automatic transmission, producing 405 horsepower and 429 lb-ft of torque with standard four-wheel drive. Upgrading to the optional 6.7-liter Cummins turbo diesel nets you 430 horsepower and class-leading 1,075 lb-ft of torque. The Ram 2500 Warlock starts at $57,165, with the package alone running $2,995. Like the Warlock, the Ram 2500 Black Express builds on the Tradesman trim, with the package itself priced at $2,495. Priced from $53,735, the 2026 Ram 2500 Black Express is solely available with a crew cab, but Ram gives drivers a choice between long or short bed and two- or all-wheel drive. Expect that price to rise significantly if you opt for the Cummins diesel engine. No matter the powertrain, the Ram 2500 Black Express features a bulging sport performance hood with body color bumpers and grille surround. Black tube side steps run the length of the cab, giving way to athletic 20-inch black wheels. Inside, the Black Express keeps it fairly basic, with a cloth bench seat and carpet floor mats coming standard. "Everyone likes a good-looking truck, but the challenge is making it affordable while adding value to the entire lineup," said Tim Kuniskis, Ram CEO. "The Ram 2500 Black Express and Warlock offer an attractive price with custom appearance, while building on our sport truck leadership position." The Warlock and Black Express join the Ram 2500 sport truck lineup for the 2026 model year, slotted beneath the Power Wagon and Rebel. Priced from $68,940, the 2025 Ram 2500 Rebel boasts a rugged design and an off-road focus with styling elements designed for work and play, including a sport performance hood. The heavy-duty pickup is available with either the 6.4-liter HEMI V8 or 6.7-liter Cummins turbo diesel engine, both of which come mated to an eight-speed automatic transmission. The Ram 2500 Power Wagon starts at $72,285 and prioritizes performance and off-road capability over towing capacity. It's only available with the 6.4-liter HEMI V8 engine, eight-speed automatic transmission, and four-wheel drive. While the Rebel is rough and tough off the paved path, the Power Wagon brings a certain level of elegance to off-road terrain, complete with a winch and electronic anti-roll-bar disconnect. The 2026 Ram 2500 Warlock and Black Express sport trucks are expected to arrive at dealers this fall. Priced below $60,000, the latest additions to the heavy-duty truck lineup bridge the gap between work truck and full-fledged off-road titan. Perhaps more importantly, the Warlock and Black Express arrive to challenge the likes of Ford and Chevrolet in one of the most competitive segments in the automotive industry. Copyright 2025 The Arena Group, Inc. All Rights Reserved.
Auto Blog
08-07-2025
- Automotive
- Auto Blog
Ford & Chevy Won't Be Happy With Ram's New Heavy Duty Pickup
By signing up I agree to the Terms of Use and acknowledge that I have read the Privacy Policy . You may unsubscribe from email communication at anytime. Ram 2500 HD gets two new sport trims Heavy-duty trucks are a tough nut to crack, especially when it comes to keeping offerings affordable. The Ram 2500 Rebel already stands out with its impressive spec sheet, and now the truck manufacturer is further expanding its sport truck lineup. The Warlock calls back to the 1970s with an off-road focus, while the Black Express delivers sporty styling. Best of all, both Ram 2500 sport truck options are available at an affordable price, all things considered. Ram 2500 Warlock brings off-road value 2026 Ram 2500 Warlock — Source: Ram Ram's Warlock nameplate dates back more than half a century, and the manufacturer has revived it for the 2026 model year. The Ram 2500 Warlock builds on the Tradesman trim and rolls out on 20-inch diamond-cut wheels wrapped in 32-inch Duratrac tires. The heavy-duty pickup features a black grille surround, flares, and bumpers complemented by a Warlock decal on the side of the bed. Class-exclusive power convex trailer tow mirrors make pulling heavy loads both safer and simpler. The 2026 Ram 2500 Warlock is available in a single configuration: a crew cab with a short bed. 2026 Ram 2500 Warlock — Source: Ram As for its off-road focus, the Ram 2500 Warlock features Bilstein shocks, a limited-slip rear differential, and a transfer case skid plate. Inside, the Warlock comes equipped with a cloth bench seat. Under the hood lies a 6.4-liter HEMI V8 engine mated to an eight-speed automatic transmission, producing 405 horsepower and 429 lb-ft of torque with standard four-wheel drive. Upgrading to the optional 6.7-liter Cummins turbo diesel nets you 430 horsepower and class-leading 1,075 lb-ft of torque. The Ram 2500 Warlock starts at $57,165, with the package alone running $2,995. Ram 2500 Black Express emphasizes sport 2026 Ram 2500 Black Express — Source: RAM Like the Warlock, the Ram 2500 Black Express builds on the Tradesman trim, with the package itself priced at $2,495. Priced from $53,735, the 2026 Ram 2500 Black Express is solely available with a crew cab, but Ram gives drivers a choice between long or short bed and two- or all-wheel drive. Expect that price to rise significantly if you opt for the Cummins diesel engine. Autoblog Newsletter Autoblog brings you car news; expert reviews and exciting pictures and video. Research and compare vehicles, too. Sign up or sign in with Google Facebook Microsoft Apple By signing up I agree to the Terms of Use and acknowledge that I have read the Privacy Policy . You may unsubscribe from email communication at anytime. No matter the powertrain, the Ram 2500 Black Express features a bulging sport performance hood with body color bumpers and grille surround. Black tube side steps run the length of the cab, giving way to athletic 20-inch black wheels. Inside, the Black Express keeps it fairly basic, with a cloth bench seat and carpet floor mats coming standard. 2026 Ram 2500 Black Express — Source: Ram 'Everyone likes a good-looking truck, but the challenge is making it affordable while adding value to the entire lineup,' said Tim Kuniskis, Ram CEO. 'The Ram 2500 Black Express and Warlock offer an attractive price with custom appearance, while building on our sport truck leadership position.' The Warlock and Black Express join Rebel and Power Wagon The Warlock and Black Express join the Ram 2500 sport truck lineup for the 2026 model year, slotted beneath the Power Wagon and Rebel. Priced from $68,940, the 2025 Ram 2500 Rebel boasts a rugged design and an off-road focus with styling elements designed for work and play, including a sport performance hood. The heavy-duty pickup is available with either the 6.4-liter HEMI V8 or 6.7-liter Cummins turbo diesel engine, both of which come mated to an eight-speed automatic transmission. 2025 RAM 2500 Rebel — Source: RAM The Ram 2500 Power Wagon starts at $72,285 and prioritizes performance and off-road capability over towing capacity. It's only available with the 6.4-liter HEMI V8 engine, eight-speed automatic transmission, and four-wheel drive. While the Rebel is rough and tough off the paved path, the Power Wagon brings a certain level of elegance to off-road terrain, complete with a winch and electronic anti-roll-bar disconnect. 2025 Ram Power Wagon — Source: Ram Final thoughts The 2026 Ram 2500 Warlock and Black Express sport trucks are expected to arrive at dealers this fall. Priced below $60,000, the latest additions to the heavy-duty truck lineup bridge the gap between work truck and full-fledged off-road titan. Perhaps more importantly, the Warlock and Black Express arrive to challenge the likes of Ford and Chevrolet in one of the most competitive segments in the automotive industry. About the Author Joseph Pudlewski View Profile
Hypebeast
04-07-2025
- Automotive
- Hypebeast
Ram Restores Warlock Name for 2500 Heavy Duty Off-Roader
Summary Ramhas unveiled the 2026 Ram 2500 Warlock, bringing the legendary nameplate to the heavy-duty lineup for the first time. Starting at $57,165 USD, the off-road-ready Warlock builds on the entry-level Tradesman trim with a bold mix of black exterior accents, 20-inch diamond-cut wheels and 34-inch Goodyear Duratrac tires. Designed as a factory-custom sport truck, the 2500 Warlock features a Crew Cab 4×4 short bed, Bilstein shocks, anti-spin rear differential and Hill Descent Control — making it capable both on- and off-road. Power comes from either a 6.4L HEMI V8 with 405 hp or a 6.7L Cummins Turbo Diesel with 430 hp and a class-leading 1,075 lb-ft of torque. The Warlock's return pays tribute to the original 1970s Dodge D-Series 'Adult Toys' lineup, this time with modern performance and rugged style. Other features include trailer tow mirrors, all-weather floor mats, cloth bench seating and a Warlock bedside decal. Orders are now open, with deliveries expected in Q3 2025. Built in Saltillo, Mexico, the 2500 Warlock is part of Ram's promise to deliver 25 new products over the next 18 months.
Miami Herald
30-06-2025
- Automotive
- Miami Herald
Ram adds more affordable options to its heavy-duty truck lineup
Ram is adding two more entry-level models to its pickup lineup as the brand tries to recapture more of the highly profitable U.S. truck market. The Stellantis NV brand said orders are open for two cheaper options in its heavy-duty sport truck lineup: the 2500 Black Express and the 2500 Warlock. The Express will start at $53,735, while the Warlock will start at $57,165, both including destination fees. Those prices are a few thousand dollars above the Ram 2500 Tradesman, the cheapest work-focused trim. But they are priced well below the two existing sporty offerings in the 2500 lineup, with the Rebel and Power Wagon both costing in the $70,000 range and up. In May, Ram said it was also bringing back a more affordable version of its light-duty pickup: The 1500 Express model starts at $44,495. The announcements come after the Ram Classic pickup, an entry-level light-duty work truck, was dropped from the lineup last year. The brand plans to release a midsize truck that would come at a lower price point, but not until 2027. Ram's market share has dropped sharply in recent years, and part of the problem has been a lack of more budget-friendly options. "Everyone likes a good-looking truck, but the challenge is making it affordable while adding value to the entire lineup," Ram CEO Tim Kuniskis said in a statement. "The Ram 2500 Black Express and Warlock offer an attractive price with custom appearance, while building on our sport truck leadership position." Both trucks will come with 4x4 options, sportier exterior features, 20-inch wheels, cloth seats, trailer tow mirrors and other content beyond the base 2500. They will offer either a 6.7-liter Cummins high-output turbo-diesel engine with 430 horsepower or a 6.4-liter Hemi V-8 with 405 horsepower. Ram has made a series of announcements in recent weeks, including bringing back the Hemi to its 1500 lineup, returning to the NASCAR truck series, and improving its limited powertrain warranty to 10 years/100,000 miles. Copyright (C) 2025, Tribune Content Agency, LLC. Portions copyrighted by the respective providers.
Miami Herald
30-06-2025
- Automotive
- Miami Herald
2026 Ram 2500 Warlock And Black Express Target Ford's HD Supremacy
With June mostly behind us, manufacturers are steaming ahead with 2026 model year releases. Next in line is Ram, which has just revealed two sporty versions of its heavy-duty 2500 pickup truck: the Heavy Duty Black Express and Warlock. Both are based on the entry-level trim but add a variety of appealing extras, while also keeping the price reasonable. The smaller Ram 1500 already made a lot of noise by bringing back the Hemi V8 for 2026, so let's see what the two new 2500 variants have to offer. This is the cheaper of the two new heavy-duty pickups, with a base price of $53,735 including the destination charge. That makes it $2,495 more expensive than the base Tradesman model. Outside, the Black Express can be ordered in Crew Cab guise with a long or short bed. A sport performance hood, body-color bumpers and grille surrounds, trailer tow mirrors, and black tube cab length side steps are all added. It sits on 20-inch black wheels and there are several colors available, including Diamond Black, Bright White, Forged Blue, and Molten Red. Inside, cloth covers the seats and there's a carpeted floor covering. Front and rear parking sensors are a welcome addition for such a large pickup. Buyers can choose from two powertrains, the first being the 6.4-liter Hemi V8 with 405 horsepower and 429 lb-ft of torque. The optional unit is the mighty 6.7-liter high-output Cummins turbodiesel with 430 hp and 1,075 lb-ft of torque. An eight-speed automatic is standard in both cases, and 4x2 or 4x4 systems are available. The link-coil rear suspension also helps this 2500 ride better than the average heavy-duty truck. Starting at $57,165, the new 2500 Warlock goes further than the Black Express. The upgrades here are not just visual, but turn the Ram into a genuinely more capable truck. For instance, this one comes with 4x4 exclusively, and you have to stick with the Crew Cab and short bed. It rides on 20-inch diamond cut wheels wrapped in 34-inch Goodyear Duratrac A/T tires. Ram also adds a transfer case skidplate, hill descent control, Bilstein shocks (tuned for on- or off-road use), and an anti-spin rear differential. The trailer tow mirrors and color palette from the Black Express are the same here. This derivative can be identified by its Warlock bedside decal and a black surround for the grille, flares, and bumpers. And, while not much changes inside, it does get front/rear all-weather floor mats to cope with the dirt and grime that will accompany more challenging off-road adventures. The same two engines and automatic transmission are available here. Interestingly, this is the first time the Warlock name has been used for the HD range since its introduction half a century ago, when it was used in the 1970s on the Dodge D-Series lineup. The Warlock trim has already been offered on the 1500 for some time. "Everyone likes a good-looking truck, but the challenge is making it affordable while adding value to the entire lineup," said Tim Kuniskis, CEO of Ram. "The Ram 2500 Black Express and Warlock offer an attractive price with custom appearance, while building on our sport truck leadership position." The two new pickups will begin arriving at dealers in the third quarter, and Ram will hope they improve on the brand's recent poor showing in J.D. Power's initial quality study. Copyright 2025 The Arena Group, Inc. All Rights Reserved.
