Dodge is following the Ford F150 formula.
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Dodge is following the Ford F150 formula. - 1/14/2008 6:24:05 AM
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Mystro
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Dodge is following the Ford F150 formula. Less truck more SUV. Dodge was the last truck company to hold out and offer a real honest pickup truck. Not a SUV like truck with all the foo-foo gadgets. I wonder if the 2500/Power Wagon will still be a hardcore truck?? Doesnt the world have enough SUV trucks like the Ridgeline or Lincoln luxo/ute trucks??
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RE: Dodge is following the Ford F150 formula. - 1/14/2008 6:28:24 AM
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luis_defreitas
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I will like to see the RAM HYBRID!!! If thay come up with some 30mpg or better I think this will be the best selling truck in USA...
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RE: Dodge is following the Ford F150 formula. - 1/14/2008 8:38:41 AM
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HankL
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the two mode hybrid
that uses the new automatic transmission with twin DC motors built-in
in the joint venture factory with BMW and General Motors
will be in the Durango late in 2008
and the pickup Ram version early in 2009
...but this will mainly improve city driving MPG
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RE: Dodge is following the Ford F150 formula. - 1/14/2008 12:34:05 PM
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Jr. Mechanic
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quote:
ORIGINAL: HankL
the two mode hybrid
that uses the new automatic transmission with twin DC motors built-in
in the joint venture factory with BMW and General Motors
will be in the Durango late in 2008
and the pickup Ram version early in 2009
...but this will mainly improve city driving MPG
Is that that new 8 spd auto??
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RE: Dodge is following the Ford F150 formula. - 1/14/2008 2:12:37 PM
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HankL
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i not sure of how many speeds
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RE: Dodge is following the Ford F150 formula. - 1/15/2008 2:37:16 AM
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HankL
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Companies that make the parts for the 2009 Ram
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Air bags Autoliv / TRW
Alternator Denso
Audio systems
– AM/FM/CD MP3 radios Siemens
– Satellite video receiver Delphi
– Navigation system Siemens
– Speakers Alpine
Badging Douglas Corporation
Bedliner Penda Corporation
Brake system
– Booster/master cylinder Varity Kelsey Hayes (TRW)
– Calipers/rotors Varity Kelsey Hayes (TRW)
Bumper Flex-N-Gate
Carpets HP Pelzer / IAC / JPS Automotive
Center console Visteon
Door module assemblies Hi-Lex
Door trim Visteon
Drive Shafts Spicer (Dana)
Electronic Stability Program Varity Kelsey Hayes (TRW)
Exhaust system Walker
Fascias Flex-N-Gate
Frame Metalsa
Front End Module (FEM) Decoma
Fuel Tanks Inergy Automotive
Glass – front, side, rear PPG, Magna Donnelly
Headlamps Decoma (Module)
Headliner Grupo Antolin
(Hood) Aluminum Novelis
Instrument cluster Siemens
Instrument panel assembly Visteon
Mirrors – exterior and interior Delbar / Magna Donnelly, Gentex
Paint Automotive Products / PPG
RamBox ABC Group / Advanced Accessory Systems
Rear entertainment (DVD) system Mitsubishi
Seats Johnson Controls (JCI)
Seat belts TRW
Steering wheel Key Safety Systems
Sun roof Inalfa
Suspension module – front Tokico
Taillamps Decofinmex SA DE CV
Thermal System Denso
Trailer Hitch Martinrea
Tires Goodyear
Weather Seals HSR&A / Cooper Standard
Wheels Prime (new) / Daewoo (carryover)
Wiper modules and blades Trico
Wiring Yazaki
YES® Essentials fabric Milliken
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RE: Dodge is following the Ford F150 formula. - 1/15/2008 7:53:33 AM
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HankL
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todays press release on the
5.7 Hemi Hybrid 2 mode system:
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AUBURN HILLS, Mich., Jan. 13 /PRNewswire/ -- Chrysler LLC added to its list of fuel efficient powertrain offerings for the all-new Dodge Ram 1500 pickup today, announcing that the company's advanced two-mode hybrid will join the light-duty Dodge Ram powertrain lineup for 2010. The Dodge Ram HEMI(R) Hybrid joins the Chrysler Aspen and Dodge Durango in the Chrysler hybrid vehicle lineup. Last year, the company also announced that it would introduce a Cummins turbodiesel engine after 2009 for the Dodge Ram 1500. The engine will meet 50- state emissions standards, and will deliver a 30-percent fuel economy improvement. "Dodge Ram is known for capability, utility and performance," said Frank Klegon, Executive Vice President - Product Development, Chrysler LLC. "The addition of hybrid and diesel powertrains to our all-new Dodge Ram 1500 lineup is sure to attract an array of new customers looking for the ultimate combination of full-size pickup fuel efficiency, performance and capability." The hybrid and diesel offerings for Dodge Ram are in addition to three gasoline powertrain options: -- An all-new 5.7-liter HEMI V-8, that delivers a 4 percent increase in fuel economy for 2009 while producing 380 horsepower and 404 lb.-ft. of torque -- A new for 2008 4.7-liter flex-fuel V-8, that resulted in an increase in fuel economy while producing 310 horsepower and 330 lb.-ft. of torque -- A 3.7-liter V-6 that generates 215 horsepower and 235 lb.-ft. of torque The renowned HEMI powerplant, in hybrid form, will continue to feature Chrysler's Multi-displacement System (MDS), which allows the engine to seamlessly alternate between four-cylinder mode when less power is needed and V-8 mode when more power is in demand. The two-mode hybrid system provides assistance from electric motors allowing the HEMI V-8 to remain in four- cylinder mode more often than without a hybrid powertrain, improving overall fuel economy. The Advanced Two-mode Hybrid System Chrysler's advanced, state-of-the-art two-mode full hybrid system - developed in partnership with General Motors, Mercedes-Benz and The BMW Group - integrates proven automatic-transmission technology with a patented hybrid- electric drive system to deliver the world's first two-mode full hybrid. As a result of low- and high-speed electrically variable transmission (EVT) modes, the system is defined as a "two-mode hybrid." In addition, the sophisticated fuel-saving system incorporates four fixed-gear ratios for high efficiency and power-handling capabilities. During the two EVT modes, the system can use the electric motors to improve fuel economy, acceleration, and for regenerative braking to utilize energy that would normally be lost during braking or deceleration. The energy is stored in the batteries for later use. The system's two modes are optimized for city and highway driving. In the first mode - at low speed and with light loads - the vehicle can operate in three ways: -- Electric power only -- Engine power only -- Any combination of engine and electric power The two-mode hybrid provides all of the fuel-saving benefits of a full- hybrid system, including electric-only operation. In this mode, the engine is "shut off," with the vehicle moving under electric-only power at low speed. The result is a significant reduction in fuel consumption in heavy stop-and-go traffic. The second mode is used primarily at highway speeds. In addition to electric assist, the second mode provides full power from the 5.7-liter HEMI(R) V-8 when conditions demand it, such as when passing, pulling a trailer or climbing a steep grade. Hybrid Development Center Located in Troy, Mich., the Hybrid Development Center (General Motors, Chrysler, Mercedes-Benz and The BMW Group) jointly developed the overall modular two-mode hybrid system and the individual components: electric motors, transmission, high-voltage battery, high-performance electronics, wiring, safety systems, energy management and hybrid-system control units. In addition, the Hybrid Development Center is responsible for system integration and project management. Chrysler Advanced Propulsion Technology Hybrid technology is one part of Chrysler's advanced propulsion technology umbrella, which also includes efficient gasoline engines, advanced clean- diesel technology, biofuel capable powertrain and zero-emission fuel cell vehicles. For more information, please visit the Chrysler media site at http://www.media.chrysler.com/
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