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JD Power recently released its 2026 U.S. Vehicle Dependability Study, and the RAM 1500 ranked number 1 in the Large Light Duty Pickup category. This RAM truck gained 13 points year over year, moving from fourth to first place in this category.
Whitten Brothers CDJR of Richmond shares more about what makes the RAM 1500 the most reliable truck on the market in the large light duty truck category.
The U.S. Vehicle Dependability Study measures issues in 184 specific areas, including driving assistance, climate, features/controls/displays, exterior, driving experience, seats, interior, infotainment, and powertrain.
The study, now in its 37th year, looks at original owners of 3-year-old vehicles and assesses the problems they’ve experienced over the past 12 months. The results are represented as problems per 100 vehicles (PP100). Vehicles with lower scores are considered more dependable.
The 2026 study is based on information from 33,268 original owners of vehicles from the 2023 model year after 3 years of car, truck, van, and SUV ownership.
The RAM 1500’s rise to number 1 is backed by the RAM 1500’s powerful performance and the brand’s commitment to building trucks that people can rely on day after day. By earning the top spot in the large light-duty truck category, the RAM 1500 also demonstrates RAM’s commitment to improvement and refinement in recent model years.
The RAM 1500 is backed by America’s best full-size truck 10-year/100,000-mile limited powertrain warranty.
The 2026 RAM 1500 has four available engine options:
RAM 1500 fans are particularly excited to see the brand bring back the HEMI® V8 engine for this model year.
With these engine options come impressive towing capabilities:
The 2026 RAM 1500 has the most available towing technology features ever on a RAM 1500. With these towing capacities, this RAM truck can tow small trailers, small boats, recreational vehicles, and more when properly equipped.
The 2026 model year is the most technologically advanced RAM 1500 ever. The RAM 1500 has both Apple CarPlay and Android Auto integration through the Uconnect® 5 infotainment system. Depending on the trim level, you can access Apple CarPlay and Android Auto by plugging your phone into a USB port or via wireless connection.
The RAM 1500 also offers more than 100 standard and available safety and security features.
In addition to the 5.7-liter HEMI® V8 engine, the 2026 RAM 1500 has two new trim levels: Express and Black Express.
There are also five new exterior color options: Silver Zynith, Molten Red, Serrano Green, Tank, and (limited availability) Canyon Lake.
Richmond drivers interested in a large light-duty truck with good resale value, minimal ownership issues, and long-term dependability should strongly consider the RAM 1500.
Whitten Brothers of Richmond, your local RAM dealership, has a large selection of new RAM trucks in stock, and our team is ready to help you find the RAM 1500 trim level that best suits your needs. Questions? Contact us to learn more about why the RAM 1500 is the most reliable truck.
