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February 12, 2009

Dodge Introduces "New Crew" of Ram Chassis Cabs

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AUBURN HILLS, MI - Available in fall 2009, Dodge introduces the 2010 Dodge Ram 3500, 4500 and 5500 Chassis Cabs.

According to the company, the Dodge Ram 3500, 4500 and 5500 Chassis Cabs compete within the Class 3-5 segments with a Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) of 10,001 to 19,500 lbs. and are targeted at small-business tradesmen, fleet customers and traditional chassis cab users.

The 2010 Dodge Ram 3500, 4500 and 5500 Chassis Cabs also feature numerous class-leading attributes including best-in-class fuel economy (Ram 4500/5500), largest standard fuel tank (52 gallons), largest front brake rotors (390 mm) and calipers (66 mm) on the 4500/5500, and a standard diesel exhaust brake.

Additionally, there are more than 25 safety and security features available on new 2010 Dodge Ram 3500, 4500 and 5500 Chassis Cab, which are listed below:

  • Anti-lock Brake System (ABS)
  • Auto-reverse Window
  • BeltAlert
  • Brake Assist
  • Brake/Park Interlock
  • Child-protection Rear-door Locks
  • Crumple Zones
  • Digressive Load-limiting Retractors
  • Energy-absorbing Steering Column
  • Enhanced Accident Response System (EARS)
  • Four-wheel Anti-lock-brake System (ABS)
  • Integrated Remote Keyless Entry Transmitter and Ignition Key
  • Interior Head-impact Protection
  • Knee Bolsters
  • Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children (LATCH)
  • Multi-stage Air Bag System
  • Power-adjustable pedals
  • Remote Keyless Entry
  • Remote Start
  • Safety Cage Body Structure
  • Seat-Belt Pretensioners
  • Security Alarm
  • Sentry Key Engine Immobilizer Theft Deterrent System
  • Side-guard Door Beams
  • Three-point Seat Belts
  • uconnect® Hands Free Communication

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