[EVTrucking]

I received an email today inviting me to reserve RAM 1500 EV, which I promptly did.

According to my email reservations began today at 8am and close 2/28/2023.

Anyone else in line for the RAM EV?

 

[Holeydonut]

Yep, hit up https://ramrev.com/ and drop your $100.

2024 can't come soon enough! Hope the recession is over by then.

 

[4eddie.yip]

Yea, I received an email invitation also to get on the reserve list to order a RAM EV by submitting my $100. Here's the email message I received, looks like in 48 hours it'll open up to the public...

While some wanted to be first to deliver an electric truck, Ram believes in bringing you the right truck at the right time, by offering you a power of choice best suited to your needs. For being a Ram REV Insider, you're receiving up to 48-hour early access to become a Ram REV Insider+ member before it opens up to the public. Secure your place in line by paying $100, and you’ll get a range of benefits that will help you make the decision that’s best for you. Your $100 refundable membership fee unlocks exclusive privileges including:

Early access to preorder the Ram 1500 REV that is right for you Exclusive invitations to events and experiences, such as first looks and first drives News and information about the future of Ram-electrified trucks This opportunity is limited, so don't hesitate to secure your spot below.

 

[fhteagle]

Another "me too!" from Ram.

Reservation programs are stupid. Dealerships are even more asleep at the wheel on EV buying experience. A brand that mixes the two is stupidity squared. Not making that mistake a third time, thanks.

 

[EVTrucking]

Another "me too!" from Ram.

Reservation programs are stupid. Dealerships are even more asleep at the wheel on EV buying experience. A brand that mixes the two is stupidity squared. Not making that mistake a third time, thanks.

I agree with you completely. The reservation system is first and foremost a marketing tool to gauge interest providing little if anything for the customer. Dealerships are a lobbied legislated third party that have their hand in you pocket while providing nothing but confusion.

For $200 I have a Silverado and now a RAM reservation as a backup plan with very low expectations.

 

[fhteagle]

Don't get me wrong, if Ram makes good on finally bringing a decent EREV truck to the US, it will go on my shopping list. I think EREV pickups from OEMs are at least half a decade overdue by this point, of not a full decade. Not quite too little too late, but getting darn close. I'll definitely give it a fair shot against whatever else has made it to market by then, though.

Just not interested in the reservation malarkey anymore.

 

[Silevrado]

Does the Silverado deposit count toward the price of the truck?

The Ram seems to be just membership for a spot in line.

 

[EVTrucking]

Does the Silverado deposit count toward the price of the truck?

The Ram seems to be just membership for a spot in line.

In both the Silverado and the RAM your $100 deposit will go towards the price of the truck.

 

[Silevrado]

WHAT DOES THE $100 PAYMENT COVER?
For a one-time $100 fee, you become a Ram REV Insider+ member and as such, you will receive your place in line to preorder a Ram 1500 REV, exclusive invitations to events and experiences such as first looks and first drives, and news and information about the future of Ram electrified trucks.

I hope it would count toward the truck but the FAQ doesn't make that clear.

 

[EVTrucking]

WHAT DOES THE $100 PAYMENT COVER?
For a one-time $100 fee, you become a Ram REV Insider+ member and as such, you will receive your place in line to preorder a Ram 1500 REV, exclusive invitations to events and experiences such as first looks and first drives, and news and information about the future of Ram electrified trucks.

I hope it would count toward the truck but the FAQ doesn't make that clear.

I am thinking that “you will receive your place in line to pre order” is speak for reservation. But I could be wrong.

If I cancel a reservation it will be the Silverado EV as I like the RAM design better.

 

[Administrator]

FYI that we have a sister-forum for the RAM EV over here. Reservation thread is growing:

Ram 1500 REV Reservation Mega Thread

Hey everyone! I just wanted to start this thread to track reservation status updates, etc. If you've made a reservation, say hi in the comments below!

www.ramevforum.com

 

[jjmicon]

It seems to look like a Ram 1500, with Silverado EV features and Cybertruck range. OK, here is my $100.

 

[aldaran]

No thanks. Sticking with my Silverado reservation.

 

[Burbman]

No 8 foot bed, no $100.

 

[Oldfart]

Reserved a Ram EV, Chevy Silverado. Purchased a Ford Lightning and if these next trucks come anywhere close to the Ford everyone will love them. Good luck getting reservation deposit or your yet unknown ordering deposit included in the deal. Ford charged $500 to order. I’d expect Chevy and Ram to charge at least $1000 to order depending on reservation numbers. My suggestion is to let your dealer know if they don’t include both deposits on the purchase your post sale survey will definitely be negative. My Ford dealership sent a check after delivery for the $600 instead of including the deposits in the deal. There must be an accounting reason. Took 462 days from reservation to delivery for my ford.

 

[JRT]

Ram and silverado deposit/spot. Enjoying my Mustang Mach E except winter range on standard battery so next ev has to be 300+ miles to replace both my Mach E and Ram 1500

 

[Trekkie]

The RAM one seemed more 'join a club' than 'get a slot for a vehicle' and to be honest, it's not 2018 anymore and I'm done registering for a car that won't be here for two or more years.

That and the 'here's the truck' vs 'the concept you signed up for' are too different for my taste, I wanted the wild RAM EV with suicide doors not a truck with an electric motor dropped in it.