Ram ends EV pickup truck plans

Stellantis, the parent company of Ram, has officially ended development of its all-electric Ram 1500 REV full-size pickup truck, citing low demand for battery-electric trucks in North America. Instead, the company will focus on an extended-range electric vehicle (REEV) version of the Ram 1500, renamed the Ram 1500 REV (formerly called Ramcharger). This new model will combine a battery with a gasoline generator to achieve an estimated 690 miles of range, aiming to deliver strong towing, payload, and range performance in the half-ton truck segment. The decision marks a shift from Stellantis’ earlier aggressive EV plans, which included launching the all-electric Ram 1500 pickup by 2024, later delayed to 2025 and then 2026. The original BEV pickup featured advanced technology, a spacious cabin with third-row jump seats, and large battery packs. However, the company’s reassessment reflects changing market dynamics and consumer demand. Production of the extended-range