Cummins Has Built Its Two Millionth Ram Diesel Engine

Jan. 9, 2013 - PRLog -- The Ram/Cummins partnership has spanned an impressive forty years and is one of the automotive industries longest enduring partnerships. Cummins first supplied the Chrysler brand with engines in 1988 and today only Ram brand models sport Cummins’ much sought after “C” logo in North America. The decade-spanning partnering has recently resulted in the two millionth Ram diesel engine made on Cummins’ production line. Canadian customers are encouraged by Grove Dodge Chrysler Jeep in Spruce Grove to experience the latest Cummins’ engine in one of their diesel-powered Ram pickup trucks (http://www.grovedodgechrysler.com/new-inventory/index.htm?SByear=clear&SBmake=RAM&SBmodel=clear&SBbodystyle=clear&SBprice=clear).

The Chrysler/Cummins partnership was first formed in 1985, when the companies began developing a new 5.9L inline six-cylinder turbo diesel engine. The engine was later launched in 1989 and produced 160 hp and 400 lb-ft of torque. In 2004 the Cummins engine was named to Ward’s “Ten Best Engines” list, and their engines of today are able to double the output of the original version, underscoring the company’s dedication to continued improvement and innovation.

The latest 2013 Ram Heavy Duty trucks are equipped with the High-Output 6.7-litre Cummins turbo diesel engine, which pumps out 385 hp and a class leading 850 lb-ft of torque. Cummins equipped Ram trucks make up almost 80% of Ram’s Heavy Duty truck sales.

The Cummins engine also features a best in class oil change interval, as it’s able to go up to 24,000 intervals between changes and is B20 fuel capable. The latest engine includes a number of groundbreaking new features including duel inlet “Ram Active Air”, which adjusts inductions based on driving conditions to provide the optimum performance possible.
Drivers in the Edmonton area can visit Grove Dodge Chrysler Jeep at 200 St. Matthews Ave in Spruce Grove, AB to test drive a Ram truck with the new Cummins engine. Their sales department is available seven days a week to assist customers with test drives, and can be contacted online (http://www.grovedodgechrysler.com/contact_form_one.htm) via their website or by phone at (877) 463-4010 with any questions.