Why the 2016 Ram 1500 Can be Relied on Year Round

If you live in a region of the country that features extreme weather, it can be difficult to target a particular vehicle. You may look for a hulking SUV to deal with the winter months, but then you find yourself seeking something a bit sportier during the summer. Some consumers solve this issue by purchasing two vehicles, but that’s not an option for everybody. So what vehicle is the best for year round for usage?

_You don’t need to look any further than the Ram 1500. The simple pickup is capable of tolerating any kind of weather or conditions, and it proves to be a logical choice regardless of the season. To learn why the 2016 Ram 1500 can be relied on for the entire year, continue reading below… _

Winter

Thanks to the design of the Ram 1500, owners can be assured that their truck can overcome any adverse weather conditions.

The class-exclusive Active-Level Four-Corner Air Suspension system doesn’t care if there’s a foot of snow on the ground. By offering automatic load leveling, you can expect the same capability and performance from your Ram truck as you would on a sunny, dry day. Assuming there is snow on the ground, the driver can use the adjustable air springs to raise their vehicle to one of the five height settings. If the snow clears out, the ‘smart sensors’ will automatically lower your vehicle when they sense you’re driving at a high speed (thus improving efficiency and reducing drag).

The TorqueFlite 8 eight-speed transmission allows the driver to easily shift between gears, which might be necessary on a wet road. If you’re worried that specific parts of the system may not perform to their full potential following a freezing night, the thermal management system will help ease your anxiety. By optimizing the temperature of the Automatic Transmission Fluid, the transmission can subsequently deliver excellent fuel efficiency…as well as assurance that it won’t fail.

The 3.6-liter Pentastar V6 engine’s specs are certainly impressive, with 305 horsepower and 269 feet-pounds of torque. However, it’s the unit’s features that make it a dependable choice in bad weather. The Variable Valve Timings offers consistent “power, performance, and efficiency” via the innovative thermal management system. The 3.0-liter EcoDiesel engine may not be as capable as the standard engine, but it still delivers an impressive 240 horsepower and 420 ft-lbs of torque. Plus, you can help improve emissions via the “diesel oxidation catalyst, diesel particulate filter and selective catalyst reduction.”

The 5.7-liter Hemi V8 engine may be the most capable of the bunch. The unit leads the class in both strength (395 horsepower, 495 feet-pounds of torque) and capability. To put it over the top, the Fuel Save Technology will help improve the fuel economy by deactivating the cylinder while cruising.

Driving in bad weather can be tense, and if you’re driving slow on a low tank of gas, there’s a chance you might not come across a gas station for some time. Luckily, the 1500’s engine includes a pulse-width-modulated fuel pump and cooling fan, resulting in better fuel efficiency. Finally, if you’re like me, you want to be 100-percent focused while traveling in the rain or snow. The silent chain timing driver reduces cabin noise, meaning you won’t be distracted by any annoying sounds.

Summer

One of the best attributes of a pickup is the ability to tow heavy hauls. While other families may struggle to go on a camping or fishing trip with their current vehicle, you can easily secure everything you’d need on your mini vacation with the Ram 1500.

The vehicle offers some much-appreciated towing features to accompany the 7,610-pound towing capacity. The integrated trailer hitch makes connecting your trailer to the truck as simple as it can get, and you can feel confident that your hauled cargo is both “safe and secure.” The system also includes a four- and seven-pin trailer hitch wiring harness and connectors, meaning you can seamlessly integrate the two bumpers.

Meanwhile, a pair of towing safety capabilities means you, your passengers, and your cargo will always be safe. The Trailer Sway Control can sense when your hauled goods are swaying. The system will subsequently apply brakes or reduce the engine’s power, which should vicariously improve the trailer’s path. The Hill Start Assist is essential in mountainous areas, as it will automatically detect when the pickup is on an incline. By automatically applying brakes, the vehicle is preventing your truck from rolling backward.

Spring

When the winter has passed, everyone wants to get outside and enjoy the nice weather. However, spring is known for rain showers, and this can lead to some wet roads and dangerous accidents. Furthermore, some drivers are often unfocused when they don’t have to deal with bad weather. That’s why safety is very important, and the Ram 1500 certainly delivers in that aspect.

The brand claims that the 1500 “is equipped with some of the most advanced safety…technology available,” and when focusing on the features, you have to start with the Dynamic Front Crumple Zones and side-impact door beams. These areas of the exterior take on the brunt of an impact no matter the angle, which helps reduce the shock for the driver and passengers. Still, you can feel comfortable knowing that there are a number of airbags throughout the cabin (which deploy at different speeds based on the level of impact).

The Electronic Stability Control offers a number of innovative safety features that will keep your truck on its intended path. The Rain brake Support, Brake Assist, and Ready Alert Braking will help your vehicle slow down, regardless of the conditions. Those three functions are accompanied by the four-wheel disc antilock braking system, which could protect you when you have to slam on the brakes.

Additionally, the ParkView Rear Back-Up Camera will help you see whatever’s behind your vehicle, which could be particularly important if you’re included in that previously-mentioned unfocused crew. Same goes with the ParkSense Front Park Assist System, which use sensors to help the driver safely park their truck.

Finally, we all know that spring brings everyone outside… including thieves. The class-exclusive AllSecure Locking System will work with the Vehicle Theft Security System to help keep your truck protected. This includes any of the objects you may have in your RamBox Cargo Management System.

Fall

I usually wait until the fall to complete all the outdoors projects I should have done during the summer. That makes a pickup truck a very important tool for hauling around the necessary equipment to finish those jobs!

The RamBox Cargo Management System will keep all of the box’s contents safe and secure, and the roomy space means you’ll be able to haul whatever equipment you may need. You can also stay organized with the extender/divider and bed rails (with adjustable tie-down cleats).

If the weather starts to get a bit rough, the beloved Tonneau Cover will keep all of the goods in your bed safe and dry. To make it even better, you don’t have to worry about the cover impacting your driving ability, as it was specifically designed to be aerodynamic. Does it really get any better than that?

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