2026 Detroit Auto Show, RAM 1500 SRT TRX Returns, & Jeep Cancels 4xe Models
About this episode
The latest MotorWeek podcast dives into the highlights from the 2026 Detroit Auto Show, featuring the much-anticipated return of the Ram 1500 SRT TRX. The team discusses the vehicle's history and its competition with the Ford Raptor. Additionally, they cover the surprising cancellation of Jeep's 4xe models, reflecting on the shifting landscape of the automotive industry. With insights from host John Davis and contributors Brian Robinson, Jessica Ray, and Alex Kellum, this episode offers a comprehensive look at new developments in the market.
Ram 1500
"There's news about the Ram 1500 TRX. It is back."
The Ram 1500 TRX is a special version of the Ram 1500 truck that is built for speed and off-road driving. It has a really strong engine and special features that make it great for tough terrains.
The Ram 1500 TRX is a high-performance variant of the Ram 1500 pickup truck, designed for off-road capability and equipped with a powerful supercharged V8 engine. It features enhanced suspension, aggressive styling, and advanced technology for both performance and comfort.
Ford F-150 Raptor
"If you go all the way back to 2010, Ford came out with the Raptor, which was their F-150-based off-road beast of a rig designed specifically for high-speed off-road desert runs and stuff like that."
The Ford F-150 Raptor is a special version of the F-150 truck made for off-roading. It's built to handle rough terrain and has a powerful engine.
The Ford F-150 Raptor is a high-performance variant of the F-150 pickup truck, designed for off-road use. It features enhancements for durability and power, making it suitable for high-speed desert runs.
horsepower
"I had a V8 in it. I think it was like 400 and some horsepower, 410, 411, something like that."
Horsepower is a way to measure how powerful an engine is. The higher the horsepower, the more power the engine has to move the vehicle.
Horsepower is a unit of measurement for power, commonly used to quantify the power output of engines. It indicates how much work an engine can perform over time.
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