Ram‘s Bringing the Heat
Ram is expanding its performance lineup with the launch of two new SRT-badged trucks within the next three months. The announcement was made during Stellantis’ Q3 2025 earnings call, where CEO Antonio Filosa confirmed the move as part of Ram’s ongoing commitment to high-performance models. The launches reinforce the brand’s focus on traditional power as the industry increasingly shifts toward electrification.
The new SRT models are expected to strengthen Ram’s position in the performance truck market, where competition from Ford and Chevrolet remains intense. By reviving SRT branding and reintroducing high-output engines, Ram is signaling that performance and emotion remain integral to its identity.
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TRX to Return With Supercharged Power
The first of the two models will be the return of the Ram 1500 TRX, slated for release in late January 2026. Ram plans to reintroduce the 6.2-liter supercharged Hellcat V8 engine, producing 702 horsepower and 650 lb-ft of torque — the same configuration that defined the outgoing model before its retirement in 2024. Maintaining the original hardware will simplify emissions certification and preserve the TRX’s proven performance credentials.
The updated TRX will integrate Ram’s new Atlantis electrical architecture, adding modern tech and connectivity. Its design will follow the 2026 Ram RHO, with a wide stance, prominent hood scoop, and updated LED lighting.
Inside, the cabin will feature a 14.4-inch Uconnect 5 touchscreen, 10.25-inch passenger display, and available massaging seats. Ram may also introduce 37-inch tires for the first time, responding to long-standing customer demand.
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Second SRT Model in Development
While details remain limited, reports suggest the second SRT model could be an SRT-tuned Ram RHO powered by a 5.7-liter HEMI V8. The setup would target buyers who prefer the classic sound and feel of a naturally aspirated engine. Such a move would broaden Ram’s appeal to traditionalists, offering a simpler and more accessible option beneath the TRX.
The current RHO uses a 540-horsepower twin-turbo 3.0-liter Hurricane inline-six, which outperforms the HEMI on paper. However, Ram CEO Tim Kuniskis acknowledged the appeal of a V8 variant, saying, “We’ve debated that a lot internally. If you put a 5.7-liter in it, compared to what it is today, is that going to meet customer expectations?” A V8 RHO could blend off-road performance with the character of a classic muscle truck.
With both launches set for the coming months, Ram appears ready to reaffirm its dominance in the high-performance truck segment, proving that powerful engines and enthusiast-driven design still have a strong future in the lineup.
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