{"id":34650,"date":"2022-10-27T00:03:44","date_gmt":"2022-10-27T04:03:44","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/autosector.com\/?p=34650"},"modified":"2022-10-27T00:03:44","modified_gmt":"2022-10-27T04:03:44","slug":"ram-1500-ev-prototype-spy-photos","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"http:\/\/autosector.com\/?p=34650","title":{"rendered":"Ram 1500 EV prototype spotted testing"},"content":{"rendered":"

Perhaps unsurprisingly, what with the concept’s unveiling coming next month, we’re finally getting to see electric Ram 1500<\/a> prototypes out testing. These spy shots<\/a> show a test mule with the current Ram body, but a closer look reveals details of the electric model<\/a>.<\/p>\n

Just like with the renderings of the new chassis, this truck<\/a> features independent rear suspension with coil springs. This means that the whole range of American full-size electric pickups will abandon the solid rear axle. We can also see side sill extensions meant to hide the battery<\/a> under the floor. The front fenders have some camouflage that we suspect could hide a charging door.<\/p>\n

It’s interesting that this prototype is using the long-wheelbase version of the current Ram with the longer “Crew Cab” and the 6-foot 4-inch bed. We’re curious if this could hint at a body and cab layout along the lines of the new Silverado EV<\/a> with an extra-large cab and a slightly more fastback rear pillar that blends into the bed.<\/p>\n

The concept for the electric Ram will be revealed in November, likely at the L.A. Auto Show<\/a>. The STLA Frame EV platform underpinning it can hold between 101 and 118 kWh worth of batteries for a range as high as 500 miles. Charging speeds will be as high as 150 kW. The production model launches in 2024<\/a>, and it will be joined by a plug-in hybrid version<\/a>.<\/p>\n

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