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Meet the 2022 RAM 1500

Pickup trucks have long been the top pick of vehicles for people who need to complete heavy-duty tasks like hauling or towing large loads. Are you looking for your next pickup truck to help you on the job? If so, you've no doubt heard of the 2022 RAM 1500. This truck is a favorite among our drivers here at Tom O'Brien Greenwood, thanks to its many great features.

Get to Know the 2022 RAM 1500

The RAM 1500 is a full-size pickup truck specifically designed to handle heavy work tasks and off-road driving. It has won the title of the Best Pickup Truck for several years in a row, thanks to its combination of features that make even utilitarian tasks enjoyable to complete.

Powertrain Options

The RAM 1500 comes with four engine options, all of which are paired with an eight-speed automatic transmission and your choice of rear-wheel drive or a four-wheel drive upgrade. The base engine is a 3.6-liter V-6 mild hybrid engine that provides 305 horsepower and 269 lb-ft of torque. The second engine, a 3.0-liter turbodiesel V-6, provides 260 horsepower and 480 lb-ft of torque.

The 5.7-liter V-8 engine provides an impressive 395 horsepower and 410 lb-ft of torque. You can also choose to upgrade it to the ETorque Mild Hybrid version. The fourth and last engine option is the popular RAM TRX, a 6.2-liter supercharged V-8 engine. This super powerful engine is ideal for handling the heaviest hauling and towing tasks, impressively producing 702 horsepower and 650 lb-ft of torque.

Safety Ratings and Features

The RAM 1500 is the only full-size pickup truck to earn the highest Top Safety Pick ranking from the IIHS. It also got the highest five-star overall safety rating from the NHTSA. Forward collision warning and automatic emergency braking come as an option on the Tradesman and Bighorn trims and are standard on all other trims. You can also upgrade your safety suite to get lane keep assist, adaptive cruise control, trailer sway control, and blind-spot monitoring.

Technology

Base models of the RAM 1500 come equipped with a 5.0-inch touchscreen infotainment system and a six-speaker audio system. You can also upgrade to either an 8.4-inch or large 12.0-inch touchscreen with Android Auto and Apple Carplay connectivity. There are also 10-speaker and 19-speaker premium audio systems available or included as standard on higher trims.

Changes for 2022

The Clean Air System filtration is now standard on all trims of the RAM 1500. The TRX Ignition Edition, Limited 10th Anniversary Edition, GT Laramie and GT Rebel, and more all had major enhancements added to their appearance, making them even more attractive.

It's easy to see why the RAM 1500 has won the Top Truck of the Year. It offers many powerful powertrain options, excellent safety ratings and active safety features, and impressive technology. If you'd like more information about the RAM 1500,Ā contact us today at Tom O'Brien Greenwood.Ā We will happily answer any questions you need to help you decide if it's the right truck for you.

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