Rumors have been circulating that Ram has an electric pickup in the works, and these rumors have finally been addressed. Ram CEO Mike Koval confirmed that they do indeed have a fully electric truck being developed and that it will likely be released in 2024. Koval didn’t have very much information to give us, but he did say that the Ram 1500 EV will “offer more range, power, productivity, and convenience”, and that it will “surpass our competitors.” Let’s break down all the information we have so far regarding Ram’s new fully electric 1500 pickup.
The announcement came during the 2021 Stellantis EV Day presentation, an event created to keep investors and customers up to date on the future and electrification of each of the 14 brands under Stellantis. Ram hasn’t released much information on the 2024 Ram 1500 EV, but they did say that it will have a driving range of up to 500 miles. This would be the most of any EV truck so far, and would be very impressive. The 2024 Ram EV will be built on the STLA Frame platform. When utilizing a DC fast charger, the Ram 1500 EV is said to be able to charge at a rate of up to 150 kWh.
As for the design, we expect the Ram 1500 EV to have the rugged and tough look of modern Ram trucks, as well as the sleekness and futuristic type styling you’d expect on an EV. Ralf Gilles, Head of Design at Fiat Chrysler Automobiles, discussed how the STLA Frame platform will allow advanced and unique design opportunities, and told us to “stay tuned, as there are some pretty cool looking Ram trucks coming.” We’re very excited for what Ram will have coming in the next few years.
So far this is all the information we have. As time goes on we will hear more and more about the 2024 Ram 1500 EV, as well as other EV’s that are in the works from Ram and Dodge. We’re excited to see how the EV Ram 1500 will perform, and we’re excited to see how it will compare to the competition. We’ll keep you updated as more information gets released regarding the 2024 Ram 1500 EV.