Ram Revives Hemi V8 as a Symbol of Protest to Boost Sales
TL;DR
Ram is reintroducing the 5.7-liter Hemi V8 engine in its 2026 Ram 1500 trucks as a response to customer demand, despite the success of the newer inline-six engine. The V8, paired with a mild-hybrid system, will be available on various trims and will feature a new 'Symbol of Protest' badge, symbolizing Ram's acknowledgment of its fans' preferences and a move to restore its traditional V8 performance.
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- Ram Brings Back Hemi V8 Engine in Bid to Reclaim Lost Sales Bloomberg
- The HEMI is back: Citing customer feedback, Ram returns V8 HEMI engines to 1500 pickups Detroit Free Press
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