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Ford rival Stellantis has revealed details about its first battery-electric pickup truck it plans to build in the US.
The auto industry is set to explode with manufacturers launching a parade of all-electric pickup trucks to compete with industry leader Ford. (F) – Get a free reportF-150 Lightning.
Elon Musk’s Tesla (TSLA) – Get a free reporthas the most anticipated all-electric truck planned with its Cybertruck which is expected to start manufacturing in mid-2023 with mass production scheduled for the end of the year.
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Tesla hasn’t unveiled the version of the Cybertruck that will be mass-produced, but the vehicle is so popular that the Austin, Texas-based automaker is no longer accepting orders outside of North America. Musk and Tesla have yet to reveal the price of the Cybertruck. But auto industry insiders estimate a base price of around $40,000.
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Cybertruck will challenge Ford F-150 Lightning
The Cybertruck is said to have a low center of gravity, providing good traction and torque control, allowing for 0-60mph acceleration in just 2.9 seconds and up to 500 miles of range. The truck has up to 3,500 pounds (1,587 kg) of payload capacity and adjustable air suspension and 100 cubic feet of lockable exterior storage. The Cybertruck also has a towing capacity of more than 14,000 pounds (6,350 kg), the automaker said.
Ford has had a reputation for having the most popular F-150 internal combustion engine pickup for many years, and its F-150 Lightning EV has been the best-selling electric pickup in America since its launch in April 2022. The Ford F -150 Lightning has an EPA-estimated maximum range of 320 miles.
General Motors’ (GM) – Get a free reportThe GMC brand already markets the Hummer EV, an electric version of the iconic Hummer. The electric version of the Chevrolet Silverado pickup is expected by 2023. The young manufacturer of electric vehicles Rivian (RIVN) – Get a free reportalready sells the R1T, a pick-up full of technological innovations. Rivian’s R1T has a maximum range of 314 miles.
Ram 1500 REV Hits the Electric Pickup Market
Netherlands-based Stellantis has ambitious plans for its entry into the electric pickup truck market, as on April 5 it unveiled details of its all-electric 2025 Ram 1500 REV, its first electric light-duty pickup truck. to be built in the USA which one could it be available in the fourth quarter of 2024. Consumers can put their name on the pre-order list on the Ram 1500 REV website for a $100 membership fee that is refundable until the member is notified the vehicle is available. The manufacturer’s suggested retail price is not listed on the website.
“The all-electric Ram 1500 REV is a monumental milestone in our continued journey to deliver the best electrified solutions in the industry and further strengthens our award-winning lineup,” said Mike Koval Jr., Ram Brand CEO for Stellantis in a statement. “We believe in providing the right range of powertrain solutions to our customers and we will continue to redefine the truck segment. Our new Ram 1500 REV outperforms the competition in the areas customers care most about, including range, towing, payload and charge time.”
The Ram 1500 REV will challenge Ford and Tesla head-on with an optional 229 kilowatt-hour large battery pack with a target range of up to 500 miles, which matches Tesla Cybertruck’s claimed range of 500 miles and exceeds that of Ford F -150 lightning. top 320 range. The Ram 1500 REV’s standard 168 kilowatt-hour battery pack will have a target range of up to 350 miles, even higher than the F-150 Lightning.
The all-electric Ram can do 0-60 mph in 4.4 seconds and has 654 horsepower and 620 lb-ft. of torque, up to 24 inches of water fording, up to 14,000 pounds of towing, and a maximum payload capacity of 2,700 pounds.
Technology in the Ram 1500 REV features the latest and most advanced Uconnect system, with a 12-inch or 14.5-inch touchscreen and intuitive user experience. The Uconnect 5 system offers even more connected services and features for unmatched ease of use.
