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When you need a tough pickup truck that can tow, haul, and commute, you want a Ram. They make trucks that have a reputation for being the best, and the 2019 Ram 1500 is no exception. With its great performance capabilities, comfortable interior that keeps you connected, and some of the latest technology features available, you just can't go wrong. Say hello to the 2019 Ram 1500. more Performance You Can Count On You don't own a truck because you just want to cruise down the highway, you own one because you have work to do and you need a vehicle that can be there working by your side. The 2019 Ram 1500 has the ability to tow up to 12,750 pounds and can haul up to 2,100 pounds when properly equipped, which means you can accomplish just about any task. There are three powerful engines to choose from, so you can get exactly the power you need. First, a 3.6-liter Pentastar V-6 engine with eTorque that will get you 305 horsepower and 269 pound-feet of torque. Second, the 5.7-liter HEMI V-8 engine producing 395 horsepower and 410 pound-feet of torque. Last, the 5.7-liter HEMI V-8 engine with eTorque that will give you 395 horsepower and 410 pound-feet of torque. No matter which option you decide on, you're going to get a powerful and capable pickup truck. Stay Comfortable and Connected The Ram 1500 is rugged and durable on the outside, but inside, you'll get a luxurious feel that will make you forget that you're driving a truck. With each trim level, you get a different set of materials, colors, and details to give you a customized, unique ride. Your passengers will enjoy the 45 inches of legroom and class-exclusive features like a rear seat fold-down center console and reclining rear seats with eight degrees of slide recline. Staying connected is also important, and the 2019 Ram 1500 is one of the most technologically advanced pickup trucks on the market. With the available Uconnect 4C Nav infotainment system, you'll get a largest-in-class 12-inch touch screen display that allows you to use Apple CarPlay to connect your smart device. An available 7-inch digital cluster display lets you see all the important information you need in full color with high-definition three-dimensional graphics. Reliable Safety Features It's important to Ram that drivers are safe and secure behind the wheel. This is why they have included over 100 standard and available safety features on the 2019 Ram 1500. You can easily get in and out of tight parking spaces with parallel and perpendicular park assist. Features like blind-spot monitoring and rear cross-path detection make the job of towing so much easier and safer. Available adaptive cruise control with stop and go can detect vehicles in front of you and apply the brakes accordingly. All these features and more are yours when you take home the Ram 1500. If it's a powerful yet comfortable pickup truck you want, then come by Sheboygan Chrysler Center and take the 2019 Ram 1500 for a test drive today. Image via RAMTrucks.com

Named the best full-size pickup truck by U.S. News and World Report, the 2019 Ram 1500 is completely redesigned for this model year. Available in six trims (Tradesman, Big Horn, Laramie, Rebel, Laramie Longhorn, and Limited), the Ram 1500 offers solid performance, excellent interior, stellar safety features, and several driver assistance features. Keep reading to learn more about what this vehicle has to offer. Interior Comfort The 2019 Ram 1500 offers plenty of top-notch materials inside the cabin. The base trim comes standard with vinyl upholstery and a Uconnect infotainment system with 5-inch touch-screen display. The Big Horn trim has cloth upholstery and power-adjusted driver's seat. The Level 1 Equipment Group package includes satellite radio, an 8.4-inch touch-screen display, and power-sliding rear window. The Laramie trim has leather upholstery, heated and ventilated front seats, and heated rear seats and steering wheel. more The Rebel trim includes cloth upholstery, front bucket seats, and power-adjusted driver's seat. It's Level 1 Equipment Group package features heated front seats and steering wheel, while the Level 2 Equipment Group package has dual-zone automatic climate control. The Laramie Longhorn has premium leather upholstery and ventilated rear seats, while the Limited trim has wireless device charging. Performance When it comes to power, the 2019 Ram 1500 comes standard with a 305-horsepower V-6 engine. You can also opt for a 395-horsepower V-8 engine. Both engines come with a mild-hybrid eTorque system.  You can also opt for four-wheel drive. Although both engines work well, the V-8 provides you with better towing and hauling capacities. If you have the V-6 engine, you should get an EPA- estimated 20 mpg in the city and 25 mpg on the highway.  The V-8 engine attains an EPA-estimated 15 mpg in the city and 22 mpg on the highway. Safety Features The Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) awarded the 2019 Ram 1500 with the highest rating in six crash test categories. When it comes to safety features, the truck has two full sets of LATCH connectors. It also comes standard with a rearview camera. Capacity and Cargo Space Compared to the previous year's model, the 2019 Ram 1500 has its towing and hauling capacities jump by about 20 percent. When properly equipped, the pickup truck can haul 2,300 pounds and tow up to 12,750 pounds. For cargo space, the pickup truck gives you the option of a 6-foot-4-inch or 5-foot-7-inch bed, depending upon the cab configuration. You can also add certain bed features such as a deployable tailgate step and storage system. The storage system is built into the side walls of the bed so you can safely lock tools or other important items. Driver Assistance Features The 2019 Ram 1500 offers a variety of available driver assistance features. Upgrades available include adaptive cruise control, blind spot monitoring, front and rear parking sensors, rear cross traffic assist, and automatic emergency braking. If you have additional questions about the 2019 Ram 1500, contact the experts at Sheboygan Chrysler Center, Inc. They can help you drive off the lot in one of these vehicles today. Image via Flickr by truckhardware