@@JasonCarmichaelI believe at :50 in video (dual charge module) chapter it describes this…all EV trucks have inverters to output AC power from outlets 110/220
I love these types of animated engineering layout videos. As a mechanic, seeing the individual battery pack moduels come together gives me more confidence that I'll be able to replace them myself once the warranty runs out.
I'm on the buy list for the Ramcharger and will be pulling a 4,500 lb rv. I know the Ramcharger is rated at approx. 670 miles of range, but what kind of mileage can I anticipate pulling this rv? I am sure you guys have figured this out. I appreciate your response. Thank you!
I think the Ramcharger is going to be very successful and I hope that technology is expanded on going forward. I am all about EV technology, but I also don't want to deal with range and charging station anxiety. The Ramcharger eliminates that anxiety while still having the awesome benefits of an EV. I would love to see a heavy duty version of the Ramcharger in the future!
I am on the buy list for the ramcharger. I will be pulling my rv nationwide. One question I have is, "Will the electric motor run for short distances without activating the gas engine, or does the gas engine run all the time"? It would be important for me to be able to run exclusively off the electric motor for short trips to the grocer, etc. What say you, Ram? Thank you!
The gas engine wouldn’t run all of the time. Why have any batteries if that were the case. I bet though that once you deplete your batteries on your towing across the country trip your gas engine WILL have to run all of the time. It’s unlikely it could tow and charge up the batteries at the same time while towing.
Two questions: On the Ramcharger, will the bed be removable for a flatbed tray conversion ? And what will the maximum payload be for a "hopefully" Rebel trim :) ? Seems like a perfect Overland vehicle
Stay tuned for more details on trims to be released in the future, but recognizing that a base version is capable of 2,625 lbs max payload, options and features that are selected will reduce the payload value accordingly. With respect to removing the bed for a flat tray conversion, the Ramcharger was designed with the bed as an integral part of the structure in order to ensure its durability and crashworthiness; it was not designed to maintain those attributes with the bed removed or replaced with a flat deck/tray.
Styling seems a little soft. Also will there be outlets in the bed like other ev trucks and at what voltage will they be. My dirt bike has a 240v charger and it would be nice to charge it up off the truck like the F-150 Lighting can.
Will the bidirectional charger allow you to connect a trailer with batteries to extend the range while driving? Or plug the trailer in to a charging port and charge both at the same time, where it's hard to access the truck port when connected to a trailer?
The Ram REV features an available onboard power panel that provides up to 3.6 kW in the frunk, while also boasting a Best-in-Class 15 cubic feet of storage space with secure, weatherproof protection. The onboard power panel in the bed of the REV or Ramcharger can provide up to 7.2 kW.
It’s really not that big a deal for most folks. CCS network has been better every year and even in the charger challenged Southeast NACS access will make things easier but not drastically change where i can take my Rivian.
What is the expected range for towing large loads on the Ramcharger? Do we expect a 50% range reduction (Common for EV trucks)? Or less (Assuming the generator provides better towing efficiency)?
Expect the range drop to be similar to a normal ICE car, since that’s essentially what the charger is, but because it is charging a battery instead of directly driving, it can run at its most efficient speed
Towing range is going to depend upon the trailer size. Our current analysis is that with a 14,000 lb. trailer we expect a combined towing range to be >250 miles at 65 mph on level ground
@@RamTrucks that's absolutely fantastic. That's exactly what I need! I cannot wait to get a hold of one and use with my RV. This is the EV I've been dreaming of.
This is directed at Ram (Stellantis) Your new trucks In theory sounds fantastic. Personally I have waiting for Electrification for the last 10 years to reach the point is about at. However here is my rhetorical statement. I currently own a 2020 Gladiator Rubicon and 2015 Ram regular cab 4x4 truck. The Ram threw a baring through he bottom block at 100,000K. The Fuse box needed a rely, know defect, the Valve body needed to be replaced and now the another known issue, I need to replace Fuel pump because fuel sensor has failed. Regarding the Jeep, it is well known the oil filler housing will fail and need to be replaced. Not a small job. Of course electrical issues and the very common issue and especially locker sensor going bad. And then there is the Right cylinder casket failing. All of these mentioned issues normally occur within 100K. And often enough, well below 100K. Some of these issues can be cataphoric. Given the cost of my Rubicon and new Rams. Why should I trust Ram, Jeep (stellantis) and sell one or both of my Vehicles (which I am planning on doing) and relace with another Stellantis product. 60K, 70K, 80K and up is much to much money to end up huge headaches and in many cases additional repair costs in the 1000;s of dollars. Stellatis, as wonderful as your new Rams appear on paper and advertising and new straight 6 hurricane engines coming in the Jeeps and I think the Rams as well. I have no trust in your products. Feel free to convince me why I should.
Will the engine be able to charge the battery as you drive - then you could reach a destination fully charged? Is there a way to set preferences on desired level of charge? Do you have an idea of the performance while towing? (I expect a 50% reduction in range) Is the range estimate (on the dash) accurate - (Tesla's are optimistic)?
Great question! Under normal operation, we expect to “deplete” the battery energy first before the generator will turn on to provide charge sustaining operation. There will be special modes that allow you to “hold or achieve” a particular state of charge.
Yes, the Ramcharger can do both! In fact, it can power a home for 30 days with device power rationing-based on 10 kW hours per day for 30 days using a fully charged battery and full gas-powered on-board generator in a well-ventilated area.
Soooooooo stoked for the RamCharger. Best idea to ever come out from the EV movement. I’ll be one of the first to buy, but would love if there’s something similar in the 2500/3500 future???
I’m a Ford guy, never really been interested in a Dodge. BUT…. The proposed Ramcharger is checking a lot of boxes for what I want in my next truck. Increase the capability of the power outlets in the bed (for an RV as an example like what’s available in the F150 Hybrid) and I’ll likely become a convert.
The Ram 1500 REV will not offer the pass through shown in the Revolution Concept BEV, but it will offer Best-in-Class frunk with 15 cubic feet of storage space with secure, weatherproof protection.
The Ramcharger can power a home for 30 days with device power rationing-based on 10kw hours per day for 30 days using a fully charged battery and full gas-powered on-board generator in a well-ventilated area.
I'm on my 10th EV, 2nd EV Truck, please for the love of all EV Charging put the charge port on the bumper or within six inches of the corner. Tesla and Rivian have it perfect. Ford and GM have their head in the committee room, please don't copy them.
As a Ford Lightning owner who, couldn't wait to get back in a ram, this was extremely disappointing! Live Q&A??? Just regurgitated information. Did you think you can appease us with this....I'm pretty sure you just ticked off many of us. Pretty sure this lack of new information tells us reservation holders not to hold our breath for the release! How far are you going to push it Back Ram, Q2 2026, maybe Q4. You know, just tell us!
@@ClementsChr there were some in the chat history as well but not a ton. Maybe they can create a place to store all these questions or add to the existing pages.
When towing the battery is running low and the generator is turned on what will the output be? Will the generator be able to keep up with the power loss while towing?
For level towing, the generator is sized to meet the needs of our max trailer weight. For more severe grades, we have a special mode where the battery and generator work together to provide maximum towing capability.
@@RamTrucks Given this statement, will the Pentastar be turbo-charged? I live in the Denver area and tow through the mountains regularly, the performance drop on naturally aspirated engines is rough. What elevation would you consider the generator to have adequate power to meet the needs for level towing? Have tests been performed for higher elevation conditions?
Has any testing been done towing with a payload for range on battery/fuel combined? Thanks! Eco-diesel owner here sold on the Ramcharger locomotive idea wish it was still diesel. E85 flexibility might be cool.
Yes, extensive testing goes into our trucks. The Ramcharger will deliver targeted best-in-class maximum payload capacity of 2,625 lbs. and 14,000 lbs. of towing capacity.
@@jdamoose1822 Towing range for the Ram 1500 Ramcharger is going to depend upon the trailer size. Our current analysis is that with a 14,000 lb trailer we expect a combined towing range to be >250 miles at 65 mph on level ground.
Thank you for sharing that estimate, for me that’s a workable number! And there will be a lot of variability with weight/terrain and also for wind resistance and “driving style” as well. Like most living/working/playing around NorCal we tow up into the mountains occasionally and back down. Will a towing regenerative braking setting be incorporated? Or the ability to increase the regenerative charging to help with and take advantage of slowing the additional mass?
I don't think Cummins would make sense. You need something that doesn't add much weight, doesn't require complex emissions control systems, and doesn't take much space, either. EV motors are already much stronger than the Cummins motors would ever be, so it will feel every bit as HD worthy, regardless. The motor is only needed to recharge the batteries afterall.
@@oozk oh sorry I wasn't clear enough, since Cummins already produces generator engines that would be a great fit for this application. Also since you don't need a heavy transmission there's loads of weight savings already. But yeah the 6.7L Cummins weights around half ton.
Wondering what the warranty will be on the Ramcharger? Bumper to bumper, Batteries, Drivetrain, and is the generator considered part of the drivetrain?
Both the Ram 1500 REV and Ramcharger will offer an 8-year or 100,000-mile Electric Powertrain Limited Warranty, 8-year of 100,000-mile High Voltage Battery Warranty, and a 3-year of 36,000-mile Basic Limited Warranty.
I think the RAM Charger is a great idea following in the footsteps of the Locomotives that replaced steam. A modern Locomotive has an engine that powers a generator that provides electricity for the electric motors driving the wheels. The RAM Charger’s design is brilliant, no transmission, drive train, differential, transfer case, etc., all of which add weight and require maintenance, and replaced it with batteries to provide short range electric power. Why didn’t someone think of this sooner?
Getting the impression there was a sudden change of plans here. Was expecting more than a 4 minute video of already known information. Don't get me wrong, I love the direction y'all are going in with these trucks but people have MANY questions. I personally am dying to know the price points for these things as just about everything depends on that.
With the time you have before you roll out the REV, I can't believe you did not adopt the NACS (Tesla) charging type instead of the CCS. A missed opportunity IN MY OPINION
Problem I see with this design is, since the motor is constantly charging the battery, won't the life of the battery be depleted much sooner and thus need replacing in a shorter period of time? Lithium batteries have only so many charge cycles before they begin to lose capacity.
Did you bother to add satellite view to the map in nav yet? We bought our Tesla over the Kia EV9 just for that feature. We will do the same when it comes to a Truck.
Hmmmmm… where is the data or some hint of pricing. I honestly hope they don’t go for the 100k for the 500 mile range yet everyone else has creeped up to that 100k price tag. Been following the Rev from its first mention but it has seriously turned luke warm on excitement to me. I still have a bit of hope and so time will tell and let’s all just see what develops.
@@RamTrucks Talk about adding insult to injury. He didn't make a single suggestion, he just expressed his disappoint as most people are. Do we not deserve more than canned responses...from a live Q&A no less? SMH
"No compromise" only offers it with a gas generator in a 1500 frame. God forbid someone actually would like one for work. I think Edison Motors will be doing plenty of business if this is the best they can do.
@MrCjohnson098 I currently have a 2500 with the cummins and it have the same 14,000 towing and 2600 payload as the Ram Charger so it would be nice to convert. We have 2 other electric vehicles and love the ev concept . Fast and cheap to drive
The funny part is that they think that just because it’s electric, they have to give it some stupid design to make it look “futuristic.” If they just kept it looking the same and threw some batteries in there, we might be on to something.
"I can't wait to get these trucks in customer's hands." - YES lets get some better information around when we can get them. I'll get a REV right now. People in Canada aren't part of the microtransaction RRI+ bs (Exclusive paid cashgrab club). I want to purchase a REV to replace my RAM Rebel. All I get are marketing emails for things I do not care about and no information about the REV (that I DO care about and am willing to spend the money to get a home charger and upgrade my house for). Lets get some action. At least a time frame when I can order one better than "soon".
Hope they have price right now and not expensive and they hands free drive need to be lot better current truck lanes keep assist is one the worse I have use it’s very bad in ram trucks
