RAM patented the first pickup with a supporting body in the United States

In the open base of the patent department (USPTO), schematic images of the new model have recently appeared. According to illustrations, it is obvious that Ram protected the intellectual property on the Rampage pickup with a supporting body. There are no non -family trucks in the current American line, so the novelty can become a first -born. However, 40 years ago in North America they tried to sell Dodge Rampage with a similar architecture!

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The current Ram Rampage debuted two years ago: this is a pickup created on the Fiat front -wheel drive platform. The South American branch was engaged in the development, and it was this market that became the first and priority. However, now Rampage can get to North America, because the successes of Ford Maverick and Hyundai Santa Cruz show: a pickup without a frame can be massive.

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Rampage’s debut has not been confirmed, but there are enough indirect signs that hint at a fast debut. RAM CEO has announced 25 novelties in a year and a half, and in January hinted at the development of a medium -size pickup. Six months ago, the company promised to surprise the truck with a platform, which can be considered a teaser for a carrying body. The new model will turn out to be the cheapest in the lineup, which means in demand.

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Trump’s duties are unlikely to interfere with the project, because Stellantis has a free plant in Illinois, where Jeep Cherokee used to produce with a supporting body. Near the state of Indiana, a 2.0-liter Hurricane turbo engine and a 9-speed automatic machine, which are equipped with Ram Rampage, are localized. The expansion of the gamut can be confirmed very soon.

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