Stellantis just pulled the plug on its Ram 1500 REV electric truck, citing sluggish heavy-duty EV sales across the industry. The pure electric pickup that debuted at the 2023 New York Auto Show won’t see production, but the REV name lives on.
The company is rebadging its Range Extended Electric Vehicle Ramcharger as the new Ram 1500 REV. This gas extended hybrid promises “exceptional range, towing capability and payload performance” that the pure electric version couldn’t deliver at a viable price point.
The original REV was supposed to hit dealers in early 2024 but got delayed until 2026 as Stellantis prioritized the Ramcharger hybrid launch, which also faced its own delays. The moves followed CEO Carlos Tavares’ resignation, which came after plummeting sales and criticism over the degradation of the US brand quality and a lack of affordable models.
Both trucks were designed for Stellantis’ STLA Frame platform that handles electric, gas, hybrid, and hydrogen powertrains. The Ramcharger’s gas extended setup delivers up to 690 miles of combined range, addressing the range anxiety that kills pure electric truck sales.
Stellantis joins a growing list of automakers delaying or cancelling EV plans as federal tax credits and incentives face elimination. Heavy-duty trucks prove particularly challenging to electrify, requiring massive, expensive battery packs that drive prices beyond most buyers’ reach.
The numbers tell the story. Ford’s F-150 Lightning, Rivian’s R1T, and Tesla’s Cybertruck have all posted slower-than-expected sales. Electric trucks lose significant range when towing or hauling, making them tough sells for customers who need actual truck capability.
The Ramcharger’s hybrid approach sidesteps these issues while keeping the REV name that Stellantis spent years promoting.
