Ram added a new fuel economy package to the #EcoDiesel 1500 picked that boosts highway fuel economy by 1 MPG per the EPA testing.
The new HFE package, short for "High Fuel Economy" was achieved through better aerodynamics. The city and combined remained the same at 20 MPG city and 23 MPG...
The Rebel was announced at the Detroit auto show. Per the CEO of Ram,
"Ram CEO and President Bob Hegbloom said the truck is aimed at buyers who want the more aggressive look of the brand's $49,000 Power Wagon, but the capabilities and pricing comparable to its Big Horn model — starting at...
"Recognition from Esquire magazine is proof that pickups have found their way into a variety of lifestyles," said Bob Hegbloom, President and CEO—Ram Truck Brand. "In such a competitive market, we are thrilled to earn a 'Truck of the Year' title from Esquire. The Ram 1500 delivers with a winning...
Our facebook page has reported many members will emissions problems on their ecodiesel. For the community here, how many have had problems so far?
So far so good here!
So, how many have had multiple fill ups of DEF yet?
Sadly from my findings and other it seems like a little over a gallon per ~1000 miles. What's your findings?
What method does everyone use?
I purchased a Foam Cannon to attach to my pressure washer and now I don't even poor soap in a bucket! :D
What I use:
M&H Foam Gun
Mr. Pink Car Wash
Wash Mitt (Soft Wool)
Tire Cleaner
I haven't video recorded myself washing my truck, but here is an example of...
Champion oil states "SynGold European Low SAPS 5W-30 Motor Oil offers high-performance protection in a low-viscosity formulation"
Good to see more competition for oils, as we know it keeps costs down for us consumers.
A diesel performance product retailer "Rollin Smoke Diesel" has announced AFE intakes and filter back exhaust kits are coming in. Also, it was noted that tuning will be available very soon, even tuning that allows the removal of emissions for off road vehicles.
Stay tuned for updates!
The diesel technology forum listed the top registrations for diesels by state for the 2013 year. A very surprising list so far..
The top 10 states with most diesel registrations in 2013:
Texas, 747,760
California, 478,847
Florida, 243,887
Washington, 202,384
Colorado, 174,337
Pennsylvania...
We'll if Maserati uses it, it must be pretty good right?
Maserati is using the same 3.0L EcoDiesel engine in the sport sedans Quattroporte and Ghibli.
Pretty impressive...
Link: http://wardsauto.com/vehicles-amp-technology/ram-ecodiesel-has-high-class-lineage
4Wheel Offroad just recently did a 72 hour tow test with the new EcoDiesel equipped Ram 1500 truck. The article sums up the EcoDiesel with this statement: “This small diesel is worth the wait”.
Read More about this here...
Ram announced the initial allocation of 8000 EcoDiesel's upon launch was all purchased in the first 3 days the EcoDiesel has been available to order.
The next order allocation will be fulfilled in March, taking priority of the customers that have placed orders already.
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It appears the delay is no more, the Ram 1500 EcoDiesel is set to go into production on January 20th, 2014.
You can build your own at : http://www.ramtrucks.com/hostc/bmo/CUT201413/models.do?
As reported by AutoEvolution.com, their Chystler source states the new EcoDiesel Ram will hit the dealer lot's in February.
Full Article:
http://www.autoevolution.com/news/2014-ram-1500-ecodiesel-to-hit-dealerships-in-february-74305.html