<ul><li>Ram has reintroduced the Hemi V-8 engine to the Ram 1500 lineup for the 2026 model year after customer backlash for replacing it with six-cylinder engines in 2025.</li><li>The 5.7-liter Hemi V-8 is available as an option on most trims, maintaining its 395 horsepower and 410 lb-ft of torque, along with the eTorque mild-hybrid system for efficiency.</li><li>Ram introduced a unique “Symbol of Protest” badge for the Hemi-equipped trucks, offering 1,750 pounds of payload capacity and a towing capability of up to 11,470 pounds.</li><li>The engineering team, led by Daryl Smith, integrated the Hemi back into the lineup in just six months, hinting at more engine comebacks in the future, while Ram plans to unveil 25 new products over the next 18 months.</li></ul>

The Hemi V-8 Returns to the Ram 1500 After Customer Backlash

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