2021 Ram 1500 TRX | Automotive Absurdity

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  • Опубліковано 17 жов 2024
  • The old Chrysler group is a special kind of crazy. Whether it’s building cars specifically for the drag strip or fitting a family 3-row with a 710 horsepower V8, Dodge, Jeep and Ram do not follow industry norms, which is music to the ears of car lovers everywhere and it’s how we get to drive a truck like this; a 702-horsepower 1500 designed to eat the outdoors for lunch. This is the new Ram TRX.
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КОМЕНТАРІ • 252

  • @coppertonewater
    @coppertonewater 2 роки тому +8

    Got mine around April this year and absolutely love it.

  • @lancelane217
    @lancelane217 3 роки тому +49

    They don't come any bigger and badder than this! I see the Supra ads for 3.9 second 0-60... that's cute...this does that and can carry a Supra in the back! Great review Steve !!!

    • @RichardSmith-ic1zw
      @RichardSmith-ic1zw 3 роки тому +1

      Yeah supras are great if your a Asian lady that has a sugar daddy but a real sports car is a ferrari or lamborghini

    • @mv223
      @mv223 3 роки тому +1

      @@RichardSmith-ic1zw Super cars, not sports cars :)

    • @scottbaker8530
      @scottbaker8530 3 роки тому

      @@RichardSmith-ic1zw nah, German sports are much better & reliable

    • @b58racing
      @b58racing 3 роки тому +2

      @@RichardSmith-ic1zw $50k supra + $2k in mods Ill gap the lambo or ferrari lmaoo

  • @carl16760
    @carl16760 3 роки тому +6

    You got natural talent Steve. The "John Madden" of truck reviews"

  • @RAM-KINGOFTRUCKS
    @RAM-KINGOFTRUCKS 3 роки тому +14

    Motor Trends Truck of the Year and Ram has one it the last 3 year's which no one has done before..Congratulations Ram 😁

  • @RoyPearsonVue1313
    @RoyPearsonVue1313 3 роки тому +40

    Whoever said dinosaurs were extinct must not have seen the TRX! Good review Mr. Hammes!

  • @anthugny6712
    @anthugny6712 3 роки тому +3

    Watching you actually off-road and not just stand by the truck and talk about it was a plus thank you buddy

  • @frenchfrysz6695
    @frenchfrysz6695 Рік тому +2

    My cousin has one of these lol and he let me drive it. It is a pleasure to drive let me say. I love how the front end lifts up when you stomp the skinny pedal.
    The launch control is pretty cool too. we raced my buddies Corvette and we spun all 4 tires from the launch lol It was pretty even honestly.

  • @saradtomlinson764
    @saradtomlinson764 Рік тому +2

    Steve I still come back and watch this review a year later. Great work! Although this time I’m watching is different. Taking delivery of one next week.

    • @stevehammes
      @stevehammes  Рік тому

      Wow, thanks! You’re very lucky. Enjoy.

  • @n1cy582
    @n1cy582 3 роки тому +10

    'completely apocalyptic' .... yeah, I NEED ONE!!!!!

  • @zypsy24
    @zypsy24 3 роки тому +7

    I like your voice. It gives me the nostalgia vibes. :) Thanks!

  • @RealtimeReviews613
    @RealtimeReviews613 3 роки тому +19

    Best review of the trx I have seen thus far...and I've seen alot, good job Steve

  • @fgeiger41
    @fgeiger41 3 роки тому +7

    What a great in all dimensions. I love how calm you are ripping to 60 in under 4 seconds with over 7in standard ground clearance. Lol

  • @justinalden3138
    @justinalden3138 3 роки тому +8

    I watch a lot of review videos and this is one of the best if not the best review video. Great job!!

    • @stevehammes
      @stevehammes  3 роки тому +2

      Wow, thanks!

    • @justinalden3138
      @justinalden3138 3 роки тому +1

      @@stevehammes Your welcome!! I will definitely be watching a lot more of your videos!!

  • @srtology
    @srtology 3 роки тому +3

    Another positive review about the trx. The only negative I see mention is the gas mileage but again nobody cares about that. I owned a ram srt-10 and it only got 9 mpg as well. Nothing new to me.

  • @Gidi082
    @Gidi082 3 роки тому +5

    Steve great review as always. Been watching your car reviews for years now. Great honest reviews aside, i have to say i love the power and usage of the english language/ paraphrases in your reviews. You have great command over the language and know what words to appropriately slide at the right time, all so flawlessly which make the review so much entertaining to watch. We need more auto review journalists like you. Been a fan for years. Keep up the great work my friend! :)

  • @phuot1
    @phuot1 3 роки тому +21

    A dinosaur 🦖 for rich 🤑 boys to show the neighbors that you don’t mind burning 🔥 fuel ⛽️ to show off!

  • @Andrew8126
    @Andrew8126 3 роки тому +4

    What a joyous review of an insane thing. Thanks!
    This truck is everything I don’t want on every level (my current DD is a Kia Niro EV, which is almost the opposite of this thing), but I am glad it exists, and I’m certain that driving it once would hook me HARD.

  • @baldheadlogic
    @baldheadlogic 3 роки тому +4

    FCA went for the Raptor’s jugular with this one. Wow. Great Review Steve.

  • @johnnyfreeman1018
    @johnnyfreeman1018 3 роки тому +3

    No denying it....I love Raptors,but I want this.....😬

    • @damitajo1045
      @damitajo1045 3 роки тому

      The Raptor’s a turd compared to this!

  • @1valg
    @1valg 3 роки тому +5

    I want one! That is one great truck!

  • @come2nonso
    @come2nonso 3 роки тому +1

    There's something about this review that I had to click the subscribe button as soon as watched through.
    Great job man!

  • @alltechexpert2023
    @alltechexpert2023 2 роки тому +1

    Professional review, very comfortable presentation of information. Thank you Steve!

  • @jetblackgtp
    @jetblackgtp 3 роки тому +1

    I have been watching your videos for almost a decade and this is one of your best reviews. You had me hooked when you reviewed the 2012 300 SRT.

    • @stevehammes
      @stevehammes  3 роки тому

      Wow! You go way back. Thanks, man! Appreciate it.

  • @TheJoker-tw8jx
    @TheJoker-tw8jx 2 роки тому +1

    If Dodge only provided something like a TRX package for their 5.7 V8 Rams!!! I really dig the look of the TRX, but a common Hemi would be enough for me.

  • @venom5809
    @venom5809 3 роки тому +25

    LOL you had way to much fun doing this one. 😂

    • @jonathancolbert6666
      @jonathancolbert6666 3 роки тому +4

      The TRX was built to have too much fun with, I don't blame em.

  • @williamdrijver4141
    @williamdrijver4141 3 роки тому +4

    Even at close to 90,000 dollars it's still good value for money imo. Especially compared to large "premium" SUVs from Lexus, Mercedes, BMW, Cadillac, Range Rover, Porsche etc. If you want to buy something completely over the top, this must be it :-)

  • @ottostigs7602
    @ottostigs7602 3 роки тому +3

    450 miles on mine, can't wait to test our launch control! So far only driven on road. Wonderful review! One of the best I've seen in a compressed amount of time.

  • @zachv8286
    @zachv8286 2 роки тому

    Excellent review of this beast. Well done 👍

  • @krane15
    @krane15 3 роки тому +1

    @ 6'4 I just wish it had an extended thigh support. Ford still leads the industry in the most versatile seats from a manufacturer.

  • @scotts1389
    @scotts1389 3 роки тому

    Cool. That will fit right in at the trailer park.

  • @rickandal617
    @rickandal617 2 роки тому

    Incredible! Nice job RAM.

  • @rdsii64
    @rdsii64 3 роки тому

    I'm a Ford guy through and through. With that said, I'm so glad the Ram TRX is this good. T his level of competition will keep Ford on their A-game. In fact I wish Nissan, Chevy, and Toyota would get into the off road super truck space because competition breeds excellence. Some of that tech will also filter down into trucks that mere mortals can afford. As and example, I offer hill decent control. Hill decent control first appeared in ford trucks with the Gen1 Raptor, Now you can check that box in regular F150 4x4's. The raptor will always be my favorite truck in the world. With that said, great job Ram. Keep your foot on the gas, never let up, and keep the blue oval boys on their A-game.

  • @r3drift
    @r3drift 3 роки тому

    ii dont even like trucks but this is nice.. this trim color, everything perfect

  • @Madmax-zc2gk
    @Madmax-zc2gk 3 роки тому +1

    It better be seriously kick-ass for $80K +…. Gorgeous truck…

  • @LWRC
    @LWRC 3 роки тому

    The interior design is way better than Ford. The projector bulb LED headlights look fantastic. May just have to go for a test drive!!!

  • @igosmart-proigsp9526
    @igosmart-proigsp9526 3 роки тому

    Andy at Huntington Beach Dodge had some in stock last week but I believe they sold out of all of them.

  • @aboayhamalyemani
    @aboayhamalyemani 3 роки тому +6

    Perfect truck if it has sunroof however still my favorite truck.

    • @ameerhamza4046
      @ameerhamza4046 3 роки тому

      Bruh...

    • @MattySlimz
      @MattySlimz 3 роки тому

      Yea no if you buy this truck, you MUST opt for the panoramic glass roof option.
      As far as I’m concerned, gimmie the most stripped down one with no packages (no bed mounted spare, no bead locks, nothing) just make sure it has that roof.

  • @snowlessSTI
    @snowlessSTI Рік тому

    Amazing review. Well done!!!

  • @76carmel
    @76carmel 3 роки тому +1

    It makes you wonder what will the power output will be made for the Raptor. Or if Ford will place the Mustang Cobra engine in a hypertruck, if they'll ever do so.

    • @stevehammes
      @stevehammes  3 роки тому

      Probably 700hp. That seems to be the "it" number these days.

  • @Pabla98
    @Pabla98 3 роки тому +4

    Its sad that we only have a few years left of these type of fun make no sense cars. Say whatever want you about electric it simply can't put a grin on your face like the hellcat motors do.

  • @UPsargestoys
    @UPsargestoys 3 роки тому +2

    BADASS, period

  • @TJ-po9ol
    @TJ-po9ol 3 роки тому +2

    My favorite part is the 3 second delay on the touchscreen and the slow rebound on the shocks.

    • @stevehammes
      @stevehammes  3 роки тому +8

      Ford guy?

    • @TJ-po9ol
      @TJ-po9ol 3 роки тому

      @@stevehammes It's every touch screen/computer I've seen in the car industry. I dont know why they all have to be such junk

    • @tedunguent156
      @tedunguent156 3 роки тому

      Crybaby.

    • @jakey20022
      @jakey20022 3 роки тому

      @@stevehammes HAS TO BE 🤣😂🤣😂😁😄

    • @adilsagadiyev5090
      @adilsagadiyev5090 3 роки тому +2

      Rams infotainment is one of the best in the business and one of the most responsive the only thing that takes a while to load is the menu where you adjust the drive modes and that’s it

  • @superioraddo2381
    @superioraddo2381 3 роки тому +2

    Woww.very elegant Steve I love the new face lift. But Steve what about Mercedes benz c class the 2021 model

  • @curtisharper1500
    @curtisharper1500 2 роки тому

    Great review!

  • @KDG50
    @KDG50 3 роки тому +2

    They should've called it T-REX!!!! IJS

  • @sivudu69
    @sivudu69 3 роки тому +2

    It looks mean. I don't like trucks. I don't need them. But I really want one.

  • @emeryk5227
    @emeryk5227 3 роки тому

    What people don’t realize is that the raptor gets + like 3 mpg for a engine that has - 250hp and is only I bit over half the size

  • @spencervue6733
    @spencervue6733 3 роки тому

    really nice truck..love it just cant afforded

  • @ilyalitvak6339
    @ilyalitvak6339 3 роки тому

    Where in NY did you take this truck off roading? I’m looking for some trails...

  • @adofno1133
    @adofno1133 3 роки тому +1

    How reliable is it after you pay it off?

  • @markfosseth8047
    @markfosseth8047 3 роки тому

    Every gas station man will smile at you

  • @derernsti
    @derernsti 2 роки тому

    Dear Santa... i´ve been a good boy this year................😋😆

  • @samuelaguero1322
    @samuelaguero1322 Рік тому

    Is the trx is goint to have problems whit The motor in future like the other hammi whit camshead some like that

  • @ramonzapata2450
    @ramonzapata2450 Рік тому

    Hi Steve! Quick question, where can I send you a direct message, I have a question related to a couple of cars I am currently considering, would love to have your opinion?

  • @everettnichols4880
    @everettnichols4880 2 роки тому

    I really love this review. I find myself watching it over and over again. I’m on the fence between the Trx and Raptor. But when I watch your review I’m like what Raptor. lol

    • @stevehammes
      @stevehammes  2 роки тому

      Right on!

    • @everettnichols4880
      @everettnichols4880 2 роки тому

      @@stevehammes which one do you like better?

    • @everettnichols4880
      @everettnichols4880 2 роки тому

      To answer your question I just received my 2022 Trx 2 week’s ago. Same color as your test vehicle with level 2 package. I had to wait 7 months to get it .

  • @kencoleman8929
    @kencoleman8929 3 роки тому +5

    Time for a Go Fund Me, Steve! 😁👍👍

  • @raider81466
    @raider81466 2 роки тому

    So powerful it can even kill an asteroid.

  • @jjames2162
    @jjames2162 3 роки тому

    Steve where have you been! Clicked on the video as soon as I saw it - loved it

  • @sturejonsson
    @sturejonsson 3 роки тому

    Nice Dodge Ram 1500😊👌👍🦾🦾

  • @deverick4247
    @deverick4247 3 роки тому +1

    Nice review Steve

  • @norabufrieh40
    @norabufrieh40 3 роки тому

    I'm thinking 'bout buying one, thanks

  • @dimassdn
    @dimassdn 3 роки тому +1

    Машина моей мечты!!!

  • @_walid_1798
    @_walid_1798 3 роки тому +4

    My problem with this truck is the fuel economy 😕

  • @mikemichaels1509
    @mikemichaels1509 3 роки тому

    if i hit the lottery....this one is mine!!!

  • @RichardSmith-ic1zw
    @RichardSmith-ic1zw 3 роки тому +1

    Owning a truck like that a guy must have serious Shiba Inu coins

  • @superioraddo2381
    @superioraddo2381 3 роки тому +1

    We need a review of that car

  • @RonelDelgado
    @RonelDelgado 3 роки тому

    Simply the best truck 😎👌🏻

  • @centredoorplugsthornton4112
    @centredoorplugsthornton4112 3 роки тому +1

    If they actually have a console transmission gear shift and NOT the knob shifter on the dash, it might be shortlist able.

  • @billy7805
    @billy7805 3 роки тому

    How does it tow
    Coils would sag bad on my friends ram with his snowmobile trailer

  • @cadpietre4378
    @cadpietre4378 3 роки тому

    @2:13 feel that torque boi

  • @inspectorvoid
    @inspectorvoid 3 роки тому +4

    Are you offering a “Steve Hammes” discount code for this beast? I need one lol

  • @LaoKast21
    @LaoKast21 3 роки тому +1

    Just look at that again: 700 horsepower from a truck. Sheesh.

  • @libertystuffnthingsreviews829
    @libertystuffnthingsreviews829 3 роки тому

    I want one.

  • @myname9856
    @myname9856 3 роки тому

    Great truck and all, but it's clear to all what brand you like...

  • @TeXasDadBod
    @TeXasDadBod 3 роки тому

    That’s a perfect truck to haul a bed full of squirrels . I host squirrel cage matches and it’s the perfect amount of speed to escape the law when they bust my underground squirrel wrestling I hold downtown in various alleys . I’d get mine in Elmo red or Cookie Monster blue though . Folding the back seats up with the ice chest and plug is perfect for me to plug in a deep fryer full of hot oil and have some cold drinks to sell out the back window as a semi legal food truck .

    • @stevehammes
      @stevehammes  3 роки тому

      I've been to some of those matches! Remember the time the Chipmunks showed up and all hell broke loose?

    • @fabianlopez1182
      @fabianlopez1182 3 роки тому

      Alvin choked Simon out cold while Theodore stood there in disgust...

  • @lonelyplanet1080
    @lonelyplanet1080 3 роки тому

    What's with the huge plastic cover over the engine

  • @tracylevett132
    @tracylevett132 3 роки тому

    When u hit lottery get in line lol ...and then send it 2 Australia buddy

  • @kkff1388
    @kkff1388 3 роки тому +1

    T REX is more powerful, looks better on the outside, looks better on the inside. Raptor is I don't know how to phrase this exactly. It can be seen when either truck does Donuts in/on gravel roads. I actually own a 2020 RAM Rebel I know how it is. The RAM's are bouncy, they bounce around on their shocks. Not to the point where its a problem but it does cause worry in drives. Fords just for some reason don't do that. The Ultimate truck I'd like to have would be a mismash a mix of the Raptor and the T REX put together. The Raptor's whatever makes it so good off road, shocks, suspension, axle's whatever it is. So a Raptor with the HP the RAM has, the interior the RAM has and nicer cooler exterior too. If you could make it so it didn't cost $120 to fill up that would be a GAME CHANGER.

  • @PunxsutawneyDave
    @PunxsutawneyDave 3 роки тому +5

    Steve: Top speed is listed at 118 mph, and though I haven't gone anywhere near that fast...
    Us: Of course you haven't Steve. You'd never do that...wink!

    • @krane15
      @krane15 3 роки тому

      LOL, its a tire limit thing.

  • @fishgod368
    @fishgod368 3 роки тому +1

    my cousin bought one then his wife (save the plant lady) complained about their combined carbon footprint so he bought her a Tesla and they called it draw. she uses the TRX to go for groceries now..

  • @ewdunlopez3662
    @ewdunlopez3662 3 роки тому

    Linda y fenomenal esa camioneta ram 1500 Trx

  • @jakey20022
    @jakey20022 3 роки тому

    Remember the second highest HP 1500 TRUCK EVER BUILT WAS THE SRT10 RAM 1500.

  • @derekathey4616
    @derekathey4616 3 роки тому

    Love that truck

  • @lextmb
    @lextmb 3 роки тому

    RAM is my dream car but in my country 70 000 euro for limited black edition

  • @_CharlieHarper
    @_CharlieHarper 2 роки тому

    You're very lucky guys ... would you like to know the full-featured-car price tag here in EU? 130k EUR.

    • @stevehammes
      @stevehammes  2 роки тому

      Yikes! And then your gas prices!

    • @_CharlieHarper
      @_CharlieHarper 2 роки тому

      @@stevehammes well, that's the least trouble. We're used to it. But U.S. cars imports, it is a nightmare. U.S. price + transport from overseas + VAT !!! + approvals + commissions and there you are. I would get two TRXs in the U.S. for the same money.

  • @chitterlingsrtasty
    @chitterlingsrtasty 3 роки тому

    Man i want this truck. I need to find the special leprechaun for trucks I don’t need.

  • @geekazoid
    @geekazoid 3 роки тому

    This is superpower for road menaces.

  • @MrAlbocrazy
    @MrAlbocrazy 3 роки тому

    I don't know why I m stuck watching something I can't afford lol

  • @paulmelnychuk5477
    @paulmelnychuk5477 3 роки тому

    If you got to go, decent truck.

  • @kimle2796
    @kimle2796 3 роки тому

    reliability?

  • @УолтэрБишеп
    @УолтэрБишеп 3 роки тому

    Спасибо за обзор. Машина супер.

  • @davidbarfield3489
    @davidbarfield3489 3 роки тому +1

    Dear Santa..........

  • @rarityd
    @rarityd 3 роки тому

    I kept checking the gas tank for leaks

  • @palanthis
    @palanthis 3 роки тому

    It's not absurd. It's acceptable. It's the truck that finally makes us realize that all previous trucks were garbage. It's a sea change. It's when we realize that trucks with 5.4L V8s making 350 HP were a joke. That putting a 3.5L V6 in a Raptor was probably the result of a bet at Ford.

  • @steve9021oh
    @steve9021oh 3 роки тому

    6:50 You dont have trailer steering, so no. It doesn't have it all...…but mine does!

    • @stevehammes
      @stevehammes  3 роки тому

      Bet you don't have 2 spare tires!

  • @bob808
    @bob808 3 роки тому

    Apparently the TRX is coming to Australia, and we'll be paying upwards of AU$200,000 (US$154,999) for the pleasure! But, considering what it's capable of, and the tax advantage of a 'commercial vehicle', I think they'll do quite well here!

    • @stevehammes
      @stevehammes  3 роки тому +1

      Whoa! That's a LOT of money.

    • @Doozy95
      @Doozy95 3 роки тому

      Man I was going to move to Australia but its literally just Texas and Florida with Britain teeth,, F*** that

    • @bob808
      @bob808 3 роки тому

      @@Doozy95 Throw in a bit of Canada, and you're right... minus the teeth though.

    • @Doozy95
      @Doozy95 3 роки тому +1

      @@bob808 nah I'm just fucking with you bro, but I know there are some back woods mfs out there just like here in the USA

    • @Doozy95
      @Doozy95 3 роки тому +1

      @@bob808 Australia is kangaroo usa

  • @chupacabrasrilordrilord977
    @chupacabrasrilordrilord977 3 роки тому

    I will get it in 2040😩

  • @my2017raptorhardtail
    @my2017raptorhardtail 3 роки тому +1

    Still waiting for a side by side offroad comparison with this thing. I'll be more than happy to take anyone on. :-)

    • @stevehammes
      @stevehammes  3 роки тому +1

      Can't lose with with either truck. Both are incredible.

    • @my2017raptorhardtail
      @my2017raptorhardtail 3 роки тому

      @@stevehammes couldn't agree more.

    • @fabianlopez1182
      @fabianlopez1182 3 роки тому +2

      Raptors are a joke!

    • @fabianlopez1182
      @fabianlopez1182 3 роки тому

      @@geemee3364 Absolutely correct! These trucks were in a league of their own till this eco boost mumble jumble...

  • @xcapitalmoney4089
    @xcapitalmoney4089 3 роки тому

    Daang i want one so bad

  • @JesusMartinez-wm4dk
    @JesusMartinez-wm4dk 3 роки тому

    How much u spend for gas ⛽️ ?????????