Ram Revolution - To be revealed January 5

[commadorebob]

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Edit: Ram announced their Revolution EV concept truck. It's a concept, so it might be a hot minute before it comes to market. But this might be an option for replacing my wife's Escape as I loved my Dakota and regret getting rid of it.

Based on the video and the marketing materials provided, the eventual output will not be a competitor to the Maverick. Won't even be in the same market segment. " To provide space for the large battery the wheelbase is 4 inches longer than the 2023 Ram 1500—resulting in extra cabin space and enhanced comfort for passengers. "

https://www.ramtrucks.com/revolution/concept.html

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[Fitzovich]

I am no fan of Chrysler vehicles, but it will be interesting to see what they do.

 

[commadorebob]

I am no fan of Chrysler vehicles, but it will be interesting to see what they do.

Ram and Jeep seem to do their own thing within the Chrysler umbrella. But Ram has made a big deal about listening to consumers while designing this thing from the ground up. Contrast that to Tesla who said, "this is what you will want" or Ford who said, "this is what you currently buy... but with electricity!"

We will see if what they announce has any mass market appeal.

 

[NJ Pinelands]

Hopefully it is Made in America and will provide some jobs.

 

[Maverickman74]

Dakota replacement? Really think they will make a mid sized EV? Anything is possible, I guess.

 

[Flight Test]

Ram is announcing their Revolution EV concept truck at CES tomorrow. It's a concept, so it might be a hot minute before it comes to market. But this might be an option for replacing my wife's Escape as I loved my Dakota and regret getting rid of it.

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While I applaud Ram for coming out with a product the masses want, it is not for me.

 

[commadorebob]

Dakota replacement? Really think they will make a mid sized EV? Anything is possible, I guess.

Everything seems to point to Dakota sized. That would be perfect for a lot of people, especially if it helps keep the price down compared to the Lightning and Cybertruck.

 

[Maverickman74]

Everything seems to point to Dakota sized. That would be perfect for a lot of people, especially if it helps keep the price down compared to the Lightning and Cybertruck.

Thatd be great but, I cant see Crysler offering anything requiring a concept show reveal to be less than $50k. That would make em a real..... maverick!?

 

[commadorebob]

Thatd be great but, I cant see Crysler offering anything requiring a concept show reveal to be less than $50k. That would make em a real..... maverick!?

They are introducing their first legit EV and doing it at CES. It makes sense. Honestly, offering it for a ridiculously low price would be dunking on Ford, GM, etc. and doing that publicly would be the way to do it.

I'm not predicting anything. I'm just saying that's how I'd do it.

 

[710-oil-614]

Everything seems to point to Dakota sized. That would be perfect for a lot of people, especially if it helps keep the price down compared to the Lightning and Cybertruck.

Pricing is not out yet for the Cybertruck so it would be tough to compete against the unknown?

Initially they claimed a starting price under $40k which is unlikely. I see a starting price more in line with a Lightning Pro in the $50k range.

Regardless - look at every new EV coming out and the starting price for each one. Outside of the existing Bolt and Leaf (that have significant limitations and dated technology) the starting price for most EVs is clocking in at $50k.

2023 Mach E has a base price of $46,895 before destination, tax, title, etc.

2023 Kia EV6 starts at $48,500

Probably the most affordable EV out there right now is the Niro or ID.4 - both start at $40k and neither have made you or most ICE buyers consider them.

Chevy is promising the Equinox at an affordable price - we'll see.

This mid-size truck EV from Dodge will have a starting price of $40k at minimum. Probably a good rule of thumb would be 2x the cost of the Maverick.

So anywhere from low 40s for a base to high 50s fully loaded.

 

[Trucklet]

I loved my Dakota and regret getting rid of it.

In this market, everyone regrets getting rid of any vehicle with 4 wheels.

 

[Darnon]

Or fat rebates on the hood to absorb the negative equity of their last bad decision that makes the loan-to-value work so they can finance for 96 months on their 620 credit score.

 

[Tiger Dude]

I'd rather eat glass than own a Dodge.

 

[Johnkn]

This will be interesting.

The RAM TRX has always said a giant 'FU' to Raptor owners.....

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