Letters for Lyrics a Success, Zac Brown Band Continues to Give Back

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Earlier this month Ram Trucks and Zac Brown Band launched Letters for Lyrics, a program aimed at collecting 1 million letters of thanks for our servicemen and women. To date, the official letter count is already at 70,000 with over 25,000 of those received in the first two weeks alone. “The Ram Truck Brand has been moved by the kindness and gratitude that has been expressed so far to our men and women in the military,” said Fred Diaz, President and CEO Ram Trucks. “As we head into Memorial Day – a holiday that remembers those who dedicated their lives for our freedom – I encourage everyone to take a few moments this week to visit their local Ram Truck dealership to write a letter of support to our military men and women who show commitment and valor to this great country.”

 

“We’re so proud of the immediate response we’ve received for ‘Letters for Lyrics’ over the past two weeks. The support our fans have shown and the stories they’ve shared with us about how the campaign has moved them to show their appreciation is truly inspirational.” said Zac Brown. “This Monday, as we observe Memorial Day, we’ll show our respect for the U.S. men and women who have given their lives in the military service and send our thoughts to those out there protecting our country and way of life. We ask that everyone help us show your appreciation for their heroic efforts.”

 

As a testament to his own dedication to the cause, Zac Brown and his band launched a USO-backed tour intended to bring a little lightheartedness to soldiers stationed in the Persian Gulf. Documented by renowned director Darren Doane, the series is (fittingly) labeled “For Those Who Serve” and features behind-the-scenes footage of ZBB’s experience. The first installment of the video went live on RamTrucks.com in tandem with the launch of Letters for Lyrics and the second chapter followed suit today. Hit the jump to check out the exclusive footage of Zac Brown Band rocking out and giving back.

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Ram 1500 Crowned KBB’s Best Road Trippin’ Truck

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AutoPacific Crowns Ram HD Best Heavy Duty Pickup

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We already knew that our trucks are the best, but it’s still rewarding to hear it confirmed by the source that matters most – the consumers. After combing the data from 42,000 owner surveys, the Ram HD has been awarded AutoPacific’s Vehicle Satisfaction Award for the Heavy Duty Pickup segment. AutoPacific’s data is compiled directly from owner feedback which means our truck held up under the most grueling test of all: the real world. “Vehicles that score highest in the Vehicle Satisfaction Awards are delivering value and satisfaction across a wide range of attributes,” said George Peterson, president of AutoPacific. “The winners perform well in 48 separate categories that objectively measure the ownership experience.”

 

So what does that mean, exactly? That Ram is once again spanking the competition – and we don’t plan on stopping.

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Ram Trucks Crush Competition at 2010 TS Performance Outlaw Show

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Every year in Bowling Green, Kentucky, the cleanest, meanest trucks on the road gather for the TS Performance Outlaw Drag Race and Sled Pull. Every manufacturer is heavily represented with participants ranging from hard working Rams to the city boys with other rigs. Trucks are subjected to a series of tests, including a 30,000-pound sled pull down a dusty 350-foot dirt track. By far one of the most grueling activities, each truck threw down a fair fight against the sled but Ram was the clear winner. First place in the 2.6 class with a pull of 307.110 feet went to John Beasley and his ’06 Dodge Ram while both second and fourth place were also secured by Ram Trucks.

 

To read the full story and check out some serious power in action, check out PickupTrucks.com

 

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2011 Ram Chassis Cab Rumbling to America

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After drooling over the tow winches and cherry pickers at NTEA, truck guys will finally have the opportunity to pull the trigger on the chassis cab of their dreams. The first wave of Ram Chassis Cabs will touch down at dealerships in May 2010, bringing with them all of the best-in-class features you’ve been coveting for months. In addition to the 3500’s standard 5.7L HEMI® V8 cranking out a best-in-class 383-horsepower and 400 lb.-ft. of torque, and the proven, commercial grade 6.7L Cummins diesel engine (available on 3500, standard on 4500/5500), the 2011 Ram Chassis Cabs also come equipped with best-in-class brake life provided by the largest brakes in the segment, best-in-class standard GVWR (19,500 lbs on Ram 5500), Best-in-class powertrain warranty: 5 years, 100,000 miles, and a class-exclusive manual transmission.

 

“With Ram Chassis Cabs on their way to dealerships across North America from our Saltillo Assembly Plant, Ram Truck customers now have a full line of vehicles available to meet their needs,” said Scott Garberding, Head of Manufacturing, Chrysler Group LLC. “The dedicated employees of the Saltillo plant have worked tirelessly to ensure that the highest quality vehicles come off the line. It is because of their efforts, along with those of the entire team, that the Ram Heavy Duty was named Motor Trend’s Truck of the Year.”

 

If you’re one of those work-hard, play-hard guys next in line to pick up a new Ram (no pun intended), be sure to stick around RamZone and keep an eye out for the exclusive opportunity to flex your specs.

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