What came first, the chicken or the egg? It's an age-old question that people have argued one way or the other. But there's a new question that puzzles a lot of drivers from Jonesboro to Heber Springs. Can you still label a Ram vehicle as a Dodge Ram? It's a question that we've heard many times. So, we figured we'd give you the answer—and a talking point at the next family reunion (or not).
Is it a Dodge, a Ram, or a Dodge Ram?
If you think that saying "Dodge Ram" seems perfect, then you're right. When combined, the two words roll off your tongue like butter on top of a stack of fresh pancakes. But the beautiful semantics behind the Dodge Ram stopped back in 2008. That's when Dodge and Ram formally separated into their own respective divisions. Yes. Separated. So, don't think divorce—think more of a—well, a separation.
While the Fiat Chrysler Automobiles Group still produces both, the split came so each division could focus on what mattered most to them. For Ram, it was creating powerful pickup trucks from regular duty to super duty and beyond. They focus on towing power and versatility for handling tough jobs in Harrison and West Plains, MO.
But, when you see the Dodge division produces its vehicles, you're looking at something completely different. Yes, it still has power, but its power is based on performance. The Hellcat Challenger and Hellcat Durango are two vehicles that come to mind. If you've got a Dodge SUV, coupe, or sedan, you know the person driving it wants to go fast and handle the road like a pro in Mountain Home.
The Final Answer
It is no longer a "Dodge Ram." It's simply a Dodge or a Ram. While there hasn't been a divorce, it appears that the separation is permanent. However, if they did decide to combine the performance aspects of a Dodge with the towing and power aspects of a Ram, what would that baby look like? We guess that's another topic for another day. No matter what you call it, we have Ram 1500 and Ram 2500 trucks as well as Dodge inventory, so you've come to the right place.