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Ram is doing what automakers do best when they have something exciting and exciting on the way: letting the Internet fill in the gaps. A new teaser from the brand features a windblown sand dune, a date and just enough engine noise to make truck fans lean in closer. The final sentence, “Power is reborn,” is basically the kind of wink that tells you this isn’t a fuel-saving trim package or a new wheel design.
The vibe of the clip is pure desert, and the soundtrack is true proof of that. It’s weak, but it certainly has the effect of a V-8 rumble, which immediately puts “TRX” back on everyone’s lips. Ram also teased the moment with a caption that echoes the roar of the desert winds, and the unveiling date is set for January 1, 2026. Considering Ram has already changed course by bringing the Hemi V-8 back into the 1500 lineup, the timing makes sense. The brand has tapped into the energy of enthusiasts again, and the TRX is the easiest way to put an exclamation point on that message.
Assuming this is the revived TRX, we expect a return to supertruck business as usual: big power, aggressive presence, and suspension hardware designed to go fast where it probably shouldn’t. The last TRX made 702 horsepower from its supercharged 6.2-liter V8, and it would be shocking if Ram didn’t aim higher this time, especially when Ford’s F-150 Raptor R makes 720 horsepower. However, that doesn’t mean it takes a big leap to win hearts. TRX fans aren’t just looking for a number, they want that distinctive sound and the kind of throttle response that makes a truck feel like it has no right to be that fast.
It’s still a lot of educated guesswork between now and the New Year, but the pieces are falling into place. Stellantis leadership has already signaled that the TRX is coming back, the teaser is full of references to desert performance and the market is clearly ready for a renewed battle for horsepower. When Ram shows up with a TRX that keeps the attitude, adds a little more punch, and sharpens the overall package, 2026 will begin with a bang for anyone who misses the glory days of loud, no-compromise performance trucks.
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