![]() Ruedas ESPN, the leading Spanish-language automotive radio show, named the 20 its Truck of the Year. The new Ram 1500 is making a name for itself on the road and on the airwaves. Announced at the 20th annual TAWA Truck Rodeo, the truck earned the coveted title for its innovative new features, including the powerful 3.6L Pentastar® V6 engine, available Best-in-Class fuel economy+ It's official: the Texas Auto Writers Association has named the 20 its Truck of Texas™. The distinguished publication also calls out the truck's array of innovative features, as well as the "much-celebrated" 3.6L Pentastar® V6, offering 42% more horsepower and 13% more torque than previous models. Motor Trend heralds the Ram brand for standing apart from the competition, as the light-duty lineup of Ram trucks is "refining its powertrain options by offering more efficient engines bolted to a new, optional eight-speed transmission". The 20 proudly accepts its title as Truck of the Year®, undeniably one of the automotive industry's most prestigious honors. Upon receiving the award at the International North American Auto Show in Detroit, Ram brand CEO Fred Diaz told USA Today that it "feels like a three-point buzzer beater." He credited the major push for an innovative new model to (Chrysler and Fiat CEO) Sergio Marchionne "telling us 'Boys, it's time to go big or go home.'" ![]() "On-road and off, it's the perfect truck to tackle the demands of the Rocky Mountain West," said RMAP president Chuck Giametta.Īmong the best in the heart of Motor City, the 20 drove away with the title of 2013 North American Truck/Utility of the Year. Journalists found the available air suspension and eight-speed transmission particularly suited to Colorado's unique driving challenges. The Ram 1500 is the 2013 Rocky Mountain Truck of the Year, as chosen by the Rocky Mountain Automotive Press, for class-leading ride and handling, expansive interior, and blend of toughness and refinement. Ram 1500 Named 2013 Rocky Mountain Truck of the Year Premium brands traditionally rank higher in the APEAL study and hold the top 10 rank position in this year’s study.īetter residual value than Ford and Chevy+īetter Brand reliability than Ford and Chevy+ The Ram Truck brand was the highest ranking non-premium brand in the APEAL Study. The Ram truck completed the year with 293,363 units - I’d be surprised if that total doesn’t rise in 2013 with a full year of the refreshed full-size pickup.
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