Ram 1500 Revolution Concept previews brand’s electric future

Updated Jan 06, 2023 | Same topic: Automotive Industry Updates

The automaker wants it to lead the electric pickup segment.

Ram unveiled the 1500 Revolutionary BEV (battery-electric vehicle) Concept at the 2023 CES (Consumer Electronics Show) in Las Vegas.

Ram 1500 Revolutionary BEV Concept front view

Ram 1500 Revolutionary BEV Concept

The Ram 1500 Revolutionary BEV Concept is the American truck brand’s sneak peek into its electric future. It is developed with innovative technologies aimed to “redefine the pickup truck segment.”

“The Ram 1500 Revolution BEV Concept is our clearest signal yet that we’re on the precipice of something extraordinary at Ram and points directly to where we’re going on our electrified journey,” said Ram brand CEO Mike Koval Jr.

Ram 1500 Revolutionary BEV Concept side view

The truck has grand saloon-style opening doors without a B-pillar

Built on a new STLA Frame EV body-on-frame platform, the Ram 1500 Revolution BEV Concept features bold futuristic styling underscored by the full LED tuning-fork headlight design. The “RAM” badging up front illuminates, complementing the innovative appeal of the front fascia.

The cabin space is now longer by 100mm over the standard Ram 1500, while the bed size remains the same as current Ram 1500 production models. New for the nameplate is a pair of third-row jump seats, which are mounted to the midgate. Since there’s no need for a combustion engine, the truck is fitted with a frunk that has a one-touch open-and-close function.

Ram 1500 Revolutionary BEV Concept interior view

A full touchscreen display that offers up to 28 inches of screen space

Speaking of the powertrain, the concept is powered by two electric drive modules (EDMs) positioned toward the front and rear. Ram claims that the vehicle can add up to 161 km of range in approximately 10 minutes with 800-volt DC fast charging at up to 350 kW. It is also promised to be a leader in terms of range, towing, payload, and charge time.

The Ram 1500 Revolution Concept is packed with leading-edge technologies such as a Vehicle Personal Assistant and an AI-powered virtual assistant. It has a Shadow Mode that allows the truck to safely crawl behind the driver walking ahead of it. Other technologies include Advanced Augmented Reality (AR) Heads-up Display (HUD), an intelligent storage app, and autonomous capabilities, among others.

“At Ram, we’ve redefined what pickup trucks can be, and we will do so again by pushing past what competitors are offering by delivering the best electric pickups on the market,” added Koval Jr.

Ram 1500 Revolutionary BEV Concept rear view

The adjustable air suspension will enable three different modes

The Ram 1500 Revolution is slated to have a production version by 2024. It will be going up against fully-electric pickup trucks such as the Ford F-150 Lightning and GMC Hummer EV.

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Know more about Ram 1500 2024

Ram 1500

The RAM 1500 is a full-size pickup truck. It has two variants for the Philippine market, the RAM 1500 Rebel Crew Cab 4x4 AT, and the RAM 1500 TRX 4x4 AT. These are priced at Php 4,390,000, and Php 9.390,000 respectively.

It has two engine options: a smaller 5.7-liter naturally-aspirated Hemi V8, and a larger 6.2-liter supercharged V8 HEMI. The 5.7-liter mill can make up to 395 horsepower and 556 Nm of torque. The larger 6.2-liter V8 in turn can produce up to 702 horsepower and 881 Nm of torque. Both variants then use an eight-speed automatic gearbox and a 4x4 drivetrain.

Size-wise, the RAM 1500 Rebel is 5,816mm long, 2,017mm wide, and 1,994mm in height. The 1500 TRX is is bit larger as it measures 5,915mm long, 2,235mm wide, and 2,054mm in height.

In the market, the RAM 1500's only rival is the Ford F-150.

₱ 4,800,000 - ₱ 9,390,000

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