Stellantis will delay the all-electric Ram pickup until 2026 due to slower-than-expected EV adoption and challenges in the electric truck market

[AutoAficionado]

Stellantis announced Wednesday that it will delay the all-electric Ram pickup until 2026 due to slower-than-expected EV adoption and challenges in the electric truck market. Instead, the company will prioritize the Ramcharger, an electric range-extended model with a gas engine, due to strong consumer interest. The Ramcharger will open for orders in 2025, followed by the electric Ram 1500 REV in 2026. This shift follows a management change and sales struggles, including a 24% decline through Q3. The Ramcharger is expected to offer up to 690 miles of range, with a mix of electric and gas power.

https://www.cnbc.com/2024/12/18/stellantis-delays-electric-ram-pickup-truck.html

 

[Tonkaman]

Stellantis focusing on the Ramcharger makes sense, but pushing the full EV to 2026? That’s a risky move, they might end up playing catch-up. Hopefully, the range-extender gamble pays off!