The 2026 Ram 1500 HEMI V8 sparked over 10,000 orders in just one day. Dive into its powerful specs, fan excitement, and how it’s shaking up the pickup truck market.
Ram has lit up the automotive world by reintroducing the legendary 5.7-liter HEMI V8 in its 2026 Ram 1500 lineup. Within just 24 hours of the announcement, more than 10,000 eager buyers placed orders—a clear testament to the enduring demand for V8 power in an increasingly electrified market.
The announcement comes after a noticeable dip in Ram truck sales in 2024, and this high-octane update could be just the spark the brand needed.
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2026 Ram 1500 Engine
The 5.7-liter V-8, paired with Ram’s eTorque hybrid system, delivers 395 horsepower and 410 lb-ft of torque, striking the perfect balance between power and efficiency. It now sits comfortably between the 305-hp Pentastar V-6 and the Hurricane twin-turbo 3.0-liter inline-six, which comes in two variants—420-hp and 550-hp for those seeking extreme performance.
Ram trucks have built a reputation for towing strength and durability, and the return of the Hemi reinforces this legacy. The 2026 Ram 1500 equipped with the Hemi offers: Up to 11,470 pounds of towing capacity and 1,750 pounds of payload capacity.
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New 10-Year/100,000-Mile Warranty
In a bold move to upstage competitors, Ram is offering an unmatched 10-year/100,000-mile powertrain warranty with its 2026 models. This puts Ram at the top of the reliability game, eclipsing warranty offers from both Ford and GM.
Ram’s pickup sales stood at 373,120 units last year, slightly off peak figures. But the V8 revival could re-ignite competition with Ford and GM. With deliveries expected before summer ends, global truck wars may gain fresh momentum.
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Though India has yet to embrace full-size pickups like the Ram 1500, trends like these hint at growing consumer nostalgia and demand for performance-bred utility vehicles. The return of the Hemi also aligns with a global resurgence of ICE loyalty—even as EVs grab headlines.
