2023 Ram 2500 Rebel First Drive: More Heavy Duty than Rock Crawler
A vocal subset of Ram truck enthusiasts has long clamored for a particular combination: a Power Wagon with a Cummins turbodiesel. Well, they still aren’t getting one.
The 2023 Ram 2500 Rebel does offer that long-coveted turbodiesel, while adding and subtracting in a few places to create something that’s more heavy-duty truck and less rock crawler. Out on the road, the Rebel feels every bit the heavy-duty truck with a big-honking diesel engine.
The Rebel may not be as livable as a Power Wagon, but should be more pleasant than a Ford F-250 Tremor or GMC Sierra 2500 AT4. Off-road, the Rebel may be less capable than the Power Wagon, but that’s pretty much the highest bar you can try to clear in the off-roading truck realm.
GM Dealer Installs First Chargers As Part Of Extensive Community Program
General Motors has been touting its big EV push for some time now, and one primary facet of the automaker's electric future is its Ultium Charge 360 ecosystem.
As the manufacturer's brands begin to ramp up EV production, GM is also planning to expand EV charging infrastructure to reduce range anxiety and ensure that all US car shoppers can own an EV if they choose.
GM is partnering with its franchised dealers to install its own Ultium Level 2 charging stations. While some charging points will be installed at the dealership itself, in other cases, the dealers are working with GM to determine nearby places in the community to house the infrastructure, such as apartments, condos, schools, businesses, and the like.
Are EV Fleets The Answer?
The expected cost reductions for electric vehicle purchases have not eventuated yet. So, are fleets the answer? A recent note from AVERE suggests that the decarbonization of fleet vehicle purchases may accelerate the availability of used electric vehicles in the European market.
“The European Association for Electromobility (AVERE) is the association that promotes electromobility and sustainable transport across Europe. Within these Associations, there are more than 2,600 industry members, ranging from SME’s, OEMs, and other companies with a commercial interest in electromobility and more than 150,000+ EV users.”
They are currently supporting the European Commission’s commitment to introducing regulation in 2023 for the decarbonization of corporate fleets.
Catalytic Converter, Are You There? ‘Virtual Lift’ Camera Can Check
The Virtual Lift from ACV lets auto-auction shoppers and car dealers get a look under vehicles, and lately their priority is to make sure this frequently stolen item is still under there.
Anyone worried about buying a used car that's had its catalytic converter stolen might have started checking out listings with pictures taken from under the car. One provider of simplified undercarriage images is the Virtual Lift hardware and software package from ACV, which just updated the machine learning software so that it can confirm if catalytic converters are where they're supposed to be.
The Benefits of Finding the Right Software Solution for Your Fleet
Fleet management software lets your operation keep all of its information in one place.
This means no random spreadsheets scattered around with important information like when vehicle registrations are due, when driver’s licenses need to be renewed, and more.
Storing this information in your FMIS lets you easily access the information and know that it’s stored in a safe location.
More and more you might be asked for specific information about your fleet’s productivity. This can be easily accessed through an FMIS. You can run reports on a variety of issues, from vehicle downtime to Total Cost of Ownership, to technician productivity, and much more.
