After news broke that the Ram 1500 TRX would end with the 2024 model year, fans quickly began speculating about its return. Doubts grew when Ram removed the V8 from its half-ton trucks, casting uncertainty over the TRX’s fate. That uncertainty faded earlier this year when hints surfaced about the Hemi’s revival. Now, Stellantis CEO Antonio Filosa has essentially confirmed the TRX is coming back.
During a recent earnings report, Filosa revealed that V8-powered vehicles like the Ram TRX are expected to contribute to higher sales volumes. Whether this was a slip or a strategic tease, it confirmed what many in the industry had long anticipated. While no official timeline was given, insiders suggest the TRX will rejoin the Ram 1500 lineup for the 2026 model year, carrying forward its supercharged heritage.
Powertrain details indicate the new TRX will employ an updated version of the 6.2-liter supercharged V8, which previously delivered 702 horsepower and 650 pound-feet of torque. This output will likely increase to remain competitive. With rivals such as Ford’s Raptor R already pushing 720 horsepower, expect Ram to raise the stakes, potentially drawing inspiration from the Hellcat Redeye’s more extreme power figures.
