Weekly automotive section from the Waco Tribune-Herald. feb.2014

to place a display ad call 254.757.6926 or email [email protected] Saturday, February 8, 2014 Ram gets new diesel engine 2014 RAM 1500 2009 XXXXX PRESS RELEASE when compared to the previous 3.7-liter V-6 powertrain. The legendary 5.7-liter HEMI V-8 with fuel-saving cylinder shut-off and VVT provides 395 horsepower and 410 lb.-ft. of torque. The class-exclusive eightspeed automatic transmission (TorqueFlite 8), standard equipment with 3.0liter V-6 EcoDiesel and 3.6liter V-6 Pentastar, doubles the amount of gears compared to the previously available four-speed automatic transmission, which improves drivability and enhances fuel efficiency. The eight-speed also is available with the 5.7-liter HEMI V-8. T he 2014 Ram 1500 will offer a new, 3.0-liter EcoDiesel engine, mated with the TorqueFlite eight-speed automatic transmission. The engine delivers an outstanding combination of best-inclass fuel efficiency, unsurpassed torque and impressive capability. Pricing for the 2014 Ram 1500 starts at $24,200, plus $1,095 destination. The exclusive V-6 EcoDiesel with TorqueFlite 8-speed automatic transmission is priced $2,850 greater than a similarly equipped Ram 1500 with a 5.7-liter HEMI V-8 with Torqueflite 8 speed transmission. Also new on the 2014 Ram 1500 is a front park assist system and host of efficiency, comfort and emissions-friendly refinements including a variable displacement compressor; pulse-width modulated blower; humidity sensor; and the latest technology in air conditioning refrigerant. The 2014 Ram 1500 delivers best-in-class fuel economy with a truckload of pioneering, fuel-saving systems including: eight-speed automatic transmission, stopstart system, thermal management system, pulsewidth modulation and active aerodynamics, including grille shutters and air suspension. FRONT PARK ASSIST The big news for 2014 in Ram’s lineup is the addition of an efficient diesel engine to the Ram 1500. Building on the award-winning truck, the 2014 Ram 1500 EcoDiesel will further stretch its bestin-class fuel economy title lead and continue to raise the innovation bar in one of the automotive industry’s most customer-loyal segments. POWERTRAIN The 2014 Ram 1500 continues the brand’s quest of re-defining the half-ton fullsize pickup class with the introduction of an exclusive small displacement turbo diesel engine that delivers a best-in-class combination of torque and fuel efficiency. Aptly branded EcoDiesel, the new 3.0-liter powerplant is a turbocharged 60-degree, dual overhead camshaft (DOHC) 24-valve V-6 that produces 240 horsepower and 420 lb.-ft. of torque ¬is noticeably more efficient than all V-6 gasoline engines in the half-ton category. Like the 3.6-liter Pentastar V-6 and 5.7-liter HEMI® V-8 gasoline engines already offered on the Ram 1500, the new EcoDiesel V-6 will be mated to the TorqueFlite 8, the only eight-speed automatic transmission offered in the half-ton class. The new EcoDiesel – developed and manufactured by VM Motori (a Chrysler supplier since 1992) – is one of the most advanced diesel engines in the marketplace. Equipped with a diesel oxidation catalyst, diesel particulate filter, and selective catalytic reduction, it will be emissions-compliant in all 50 states. The new Ram 1500 also is equipped with a capless fuel filler system for re-filling convenience. The 3.6-liter Pentastar V-6 engine (Ward’s 10 Best Engines Award three years in a row) with variable-valve timing (VVT) offers 305 horsepower, 269 lb.-ft. of torque and best-in-class fuel economy for V-6 engine trucks. The Pentastar V-6 features 42 percent more horsepower, 13 percent more torque and at least 20 percent better fuel economy Beginning in model year 2014, the Ram 1500 will offer a front park assist system, a first time offering on a full-size Ram pickup truck. The system uses four sensors located on the front bumper. The bezel-less, integrated sensors sequentially send out ultrasonic waves when the vehicle is driven in forward at low speeds. The system can detect objects as far away as 47.2 inches. The sending sensor and adjacent sensors pick up the echo of a signal when it bounces off an object. Whether equipped with a HEMI or a CUMMINS engine, these trucks have a beautifully refined interior, while still performing with all the necessary power of a true work horse! David Rhoten, Allen Samuels Dodge Chrysler Jeep Ram New Car Sales Manager WWW.ALLENSAMUELSDCJ.COM Central Texas’ Truck Headquarters 2014 Ram 3500 Crew Heavy Duty 1500, 2500, 3500 2014 Ram 5500 Cab & Chassis 3500, 4500, 5500 2014 Ram Promaster ll A w e N In Stock 201 W. LOOP 340 • MON - FRI 8:30AM - 8PM • SAT 8AM - 6PM 254-772-1000 • 1-888-498-1414 Se Habla Español In Stock