GRAPEVINE, Texas, Nov. 15, 2016 /PRNewswire/ --
- Four hundred Ram 1500 and Heavy Duty Laramie Longhorn pickups gather at the Gaylord Texan Resort Hotel & Convention
Center in Grapevine, Texas
- New 2017 Laramie Longhorn luxury models now arriving at Ram Truck dealerships across the southwest
- Ram Laramie Longhorn named Texas Auto Writers Association Luxury Pickup Truck of Texas
- Longhorn offers capability with unmatched materials and finishes
To celebrate the Texas Auto Writers Association award for Luxury Pickup Truck of
Texas, more than 400 Ram dealers from across the southwest converged on the Dallas-Fort
Worth area, and as a result will be among the first to deliver the updated 2017 Ram 1500 Laramie Longhorn to customers
looking for the ultimate definition of a luxury truck.
Ram hosted the massive one-day vehicle-delivery event to further build dealer and consumer interest in America's largest
pickup market. In fact, nearly twice as many pickup trucks are sold in Texas as the next highest
volume state.
The Ram Laramie Longhorn was designed specifically for Texas and southwestern buyers looking
for a luxurious, capable and fuel-efficient truck. Using the finest materials and finishes, Laramie Longhorn holds the coveted
title as most luxurious pickup in Texas.
The Ram's Laramie Longhorn's award-winning interior is exceptional. The metal- and leather-work includes handmade appeal with
an incredible attention to detail that's unmatched in the industry.
For 2017, Ram 1500, 2500 and 3500 Longhorn models have a refreshed exterior with a RAM-lettered bright chrome billet grille
and chrome belt moldings. Heavy Duty Longhorn 4x4 models also feature improved ride with new Bilstein monotube shocks, enhancing
their already best-in-class ride and handling.
About Ram Laramie Longhorn
The Ram Laramie Longhorn is layered with southwestern design iconography. Inside and out, Laramie Longhorn is loaded with
remarkable features and design cues from traditionally handcrafted, time-tested wares, such as the antique pocket watch, a fine
pair of hand-tooled leather cowboy boots or a horseman's saddle. The Ram Laramie Longhorn's metal work and leather work are
second to none, surrounding the driver and passengers with real wood and leather.
Ram Longhorn models are distinguished externally by premium headlamps and tail lamps and unique wheels. Inside, Longhorn is
trimmed in Walnut Burl inserts stained in Canyon Brown or Cattle Tan. Longhorn's premium seating features Cattle Tan leather with
Black welting/stitching or Canyon Brown/Frost Beige seats with or without premium leather filigrees. Front seats are heated and
cooled, while rears are heated. Longhorn models also feature model-specific Uconnect Access and Multiview cluster screens, which
complement the overall design theme.
About Ram 1500
Ram Truck builds America's longest-lasting pickups. Contributing to that title, the Ram 1500 boasts numerous
segment-exclusive features in areas most important to truck buyers. Supporting best-in-class fuel efficiency of 29 miles per
gallon is an exclusive EcoDiesel V-6 engine. Class-leading ride and handling is accomplished via a unique link-coil rear
suspension system with optional air suspension. Other features, such as RamBox bedside storage, hidden bins and a flat-load
floor, offer unique solutions for cargo. Available in 11 different trim levels, the Ram 1500 has a fullsize pickup for
everyone.
About Ram 2500/3500 Heavy Duty
The Ram Truck brand's goal is to build the best trucks in the industry. In order to be the best, it takes a commitment to
innovation, capability, efficiency and durability. Ram Truck invests substantially in its products, infusing them with great
looks, refined interiors, durable engines and exclusive features that further enhance their capabilities.
Ram continues to beat the competition in the most sought-after titles:
- Longest-lasting line of pickups
- Best-in-class ride and handling with exclusive link coil rear and auto-level air suspensions
- Best-in-class gas towing – 16,320 pounds with Ram 2500
- Highest snow plow rating – Ram 2500 and 3500
- Most interior space with Ram Mega Cab
- Most capable fullsize off-road pickup – Ram Power Wagon
- Highest gas power – 410 horsepower and 429 lb.-ft. of torque with 6.4-liter HEMI® V-8
Ram 2500 and 3500
Heavy Duty trucks also offer more innovative features than the competitors' trucks, including "Smart" diesel exhaust brake,
RamBox cargo management system, class-exclusive manual transmission and the largest radio touchscreen.
About Ram Truck Brand
Since its launch as a stand-alone division in 2009, the Ram Truck brand has steadily emerged as an industry leader with
America's longest-lasting line of pickups.
Creating a distinct identity for Ram trucks has allowed the brand to concentrate on core customers and the features they find
valuable. Whether focusing on a family that uses a Ram 1500 day-in and day-out, a hard-working Ram 3500 Heavy Duty owner or a
business that depends on its Ram ProMaster commercial van every day for deliveries, Ram has the truck market covered.
In order to be the best, it takes a commitment to innovation, capability, efficiency and durability. Ram Truck invests
substantially in its products, infusing them with great looks, refined interiors, durable engines and exclusive features that
further enhance their capabilities.
Ram continues to beat the competition in the most sought-after titles:
- Longest-lasting line of pickups
- Best-in-class ride and handling with exclusive link coil rear and auto-level air suspensions
- Best-in-class fuel economy and longest range with exclusive EcoDiesel – 29 mpg and 754 miles with Ram 1500
- Best-in-class gas towing -- 16,320 pounds with Ram 2500
- Highest snow plow rating -- Ram 2500 and 3500
- Most interior space with Ram Mega Cab
- Most capable fullsize off-road pickup -- Ram Power Wagon
Truck customers, from half-ton to commercial, have a demanding range of needs and require their vehicles to provide high
levels of capability. Ram trucks are designed to deliver a total package.
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