Ram Unveils New ProMaster Electric Van (EV)
- January 20, 2024
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The new Ram ProMaster Electric Van (EV) is the next step in the Ram brand’s journey to electrify its lineup with the goal of offering the best electrified
The new Ram ProMaster Electric Van (EV) is the next step in the Ram brand’s journey to electrify its lineup with the goal of offering the best electrified
The new Ram ProMaster Electric Van (EV) is the next step in the Ram brand’s journey to electrify its lineup with the goal of offering the best electrified options on the market.
The new ProMaster EV will be available in two models: Delivery of Ram ProMaster EV (available to order immediately), Ram ProMaster EV cargo/non-delivery (available later).
Ram has unveiled the new Ram ProMaster electric van (EV) with a city range of up to 162 miles. The new Ram ProMaster EV is the brand’s first fully electrified vehicle available in the market and marks another milestone in the brand’s journey to offer the best options on the market.
The new Ram ProMaster EV will be offered in two mission-specific configurations: delivery and cargo model. The Ram ProMaster EV cargo model will be available in two configurations: a 12-foot cargo length and a 13-foot extended cargo length (both with a 159-inch wheelbase).
“The introduction of the Ram ProMaster EV represents another important milestone on our electrification journey as we continue to evolve without sacrificing capability,” said Tim Kuniskis, Ram brand CEO. “Ram’s first electric vehicle to market is a revolutionary model that offers our commercial customers, large and small, the ideal truck with zero emissions, excellent commercial capabilities and leading technology.”
The new ProMaster EV is part of Ram’s contribution to Stellantis’ Dare Forward 2030 strategic plan to become a global leader in delivering innovative, clean, safe and affordable mobility solutions. To shape this plan, Stellantis will invest more than €30 billion until 2025 in electrification and software to offer battery electric vehicles that meet customer requirements.
Ram offers the best value with a low total cost of ownership across its entire product portfolio and will continue to offer electrified solutions using advanced and revolutionary technologies in the coming years. Ram is fully committed to innovation and powertrain leadership, offering a lineup that meets all the needs of pickup truck and commercial vehicle customers while meeting real-world demands.
Electric battery boosts commercial vehicle capabilities and productivity
The next step in the evolution of the Ram ProMaster is a battery-electric model that includes a standard 110-kilowatt-hour (kWh) battery pack with a target range of up to 162 miles in city driving. The cargo model has a payload capacity of up to 3,020 pounds, and the delivery configuration has a capacity of up to 2,030 pounds. A 200-kilowatt (kW) electric control module (EDM) produces 268 horsepower, 302 pound-feet of torque and front-wheel drive as standard.
Built on the ProMaster architecture but designed specifically to accommodate an electrified powertrain, the ProMaster EV features a unibody design that allows for efficient battery integration. The ProMaster EV’s battery is hidden under the floor in the center of the vehicle, leaving a completely flat floor. The cargo volume remains unchanged compared to versions with an internal combustion engine.
The Ram ProMaster EV has multiple Level 3 DC fast charging options (50 kW, 85 kW, 125 kW and 150 kW). A wall charger (level 2) with up to 11 kW is also available. The charging port lights up while charging and beeps to confirm the connection.
The new ProMaster EV offers a suite of features for fleet management.
ProMaster EV will further improve last-mile logistics for domestic delivery services (DSPs).
The Ram ProMaster EV delivery model features a folding tailgate to make loading and unloading easier for delivery drivers and other professionals. The roller door is made from anodized aluminum to optimize weight and improve durability. The Ram ProMaster EV delivery vehicle also comes standard with a sliding door for easy entry and exit of the vehicle during delivery.
Additional fleet management technology includes Ram Telematics, which provides vehicle location and traffic data to help reduce fuel costs, improve route efficiency and promote safer driving. Ram Telematics also provides vehicle diagnostics and real-time performance data.
The standard ProMaster telematics module offers nearly 50 features, including over-the-air firmware update (FOTA), 4G LTE Wi-Fi® hotspot connectivity, and over-the-air application update (AOTA).
Last Mile Navigation provides walking directions from your vehicle to your final destination using the Uconnect smartphone app, available on compatible mobile devices. Alexa’s home-to-car and car-to-home functionality also includes a virtual assistant in the car.
The Ram ProMaster is built to handle everyday tasks.
The Ram ProMaster EV effectively meets many of its owners’ specific needs. The ProMaster EV is a highly customizable commercial vehicle designed to meet the needs of commercial customers and delivery drivers. The current Ram ProMaster EV model offers a 159-inch wheelbase, an extra-high roof, and a heated steering wheel and heated windshield. It will eventually be available in five configurations, including two roof heights, two cargo lengths—12 and 13.5 feet—and two body styles.
Load capacity is the number one priority for van buyers, and the ProMaster EV has class-leading performance in cargo space (524 cubic feet), standard interior height (86 inches), lower cargo floor height and increased loading width between wheel wells. and loading width.
Ram’s commercial division is well known for producing easy-to-fit products. The new Ram ProMaster EV continues this tradition by offering a standard electrical connector and an integrated cab configuration that makes upgrading and conversion easy. In addition to the adaptable design, virtually all of the vehicle’s major systems are located in front of the cargo area.
The Ram ProMaster EV can adapt to virtually any business need imaginable thanks to its unique front-wheel drive system, comprehensive body design and multiple configurations available. Additionally, it has the most vertical sidewalls in the cargo van category (nearly 90 degrees to the cargo floor) combined with a class-leading loading width of 75.6 inches.
The most advanced ProMaster ever, offering safety and cutting-edge technology.
The list of active and passive safety features in the Ram ProMaster EV continues to grow. It now offers Park Sense full-stop forward and reverse parking assist, White Noise reversing alarm, and a regular audible reversing alarm. The Ram ProMaster EV offers the most standard safety features ever offered in a full-size Ram commercial vehicle, including full-speed forward collision warning, crosswind assist, rearview camera with dynamic grid lines, rear braking, collision assist, drowsy driver detection. , road sign information, automatic high beams and fog lights with cornering function, push-button start, keyless entry (all doors) and electric parking brake.
Additional safety features include Intelligent Lane Keeping Assist, Lane Keep Assist, Adaptive Cruise Control with Stop & Go, Active Drive Assist, front parking sensors and rain-sensing wipers. The Ram ProMaster will also feature Secure Park technology, which prevents the vehicle from shifting out of Park without the key present.
The exterior front design of the vehicle includes standard LED lights and fog lights for added durability. Standard LED headlights provide 70 percent more lumens and 50 percent more range than the previous generation gas-powered Ram ProMaster.
The most requested improvement from large commercial vehicle customers is improved visibility around the vehicle. In response, the ProMaster EV comes standard with a high-resolution rearview camera and dynamic grid lines. The available digital rearview mirror displays real-time video in all driving modes from the rearview camera and can be turned off to revert to a traditional reflective mirror.
A digital rearview mirror is available on all ProMaster models and provides an unobstructed view to the rear. An additional optional safety feature is a 360-degree surround-view camera. This system offers a breathtaking bird’s-eye view of the vehicle and its surroundings, complemented by dynamic grid lines projected onto the 10.1-inch digital touchscreen.
Active Driving Assist provides Level 2 (L2) automated driving capabilities and strengthens the company’s commitment to an autonomous future. The Ram ProMaster EV is available with Active Driving Assist for automated driving, keeping your hands on the wheel and keeping your eyes on the road using lane centering and adaptive cruise control. The system uses multiple sensors, including radars and cameras, to determine suitable paths to use the technology.
Other optional Ram ProMaster EV features include:
Uconnect 5 offers more connected services and features for ease of use. The recommended feature set includes:
Functionality is enhanced for front-row passengers with an optional wireless charging pad and connectivity ports configured for quick recognition. The Ram ProMaster features a standard 12V power outlet and a full-featured USB outlet, as well as a standard USB Type-C port that charges devices up to four times faster. An additional 115V/150W outlet is located just below the USB ports.
Source: Technocio
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