Suspending eTorque and Off-Road Combo for 2019??

[bigjake77]

Does anyone have anymore details on this story:

https://www.tfltruck.com/2019/02/2019-ram-rebel-v8-etorque-orders-suspended/

I just took delivery last Friday of my truck that has this combination and am trying to figure out if I should be worried or not?

Thanks again,
Jake

 

[Edwards]

I've got that combo and this does read odd:

"There are two possible reasons for this, according to FCA.

• The truck production decision has to do with truck allocation and product mix. Ram is trying to produce enough trucks in each configuration and engine option to satisfy the demand.
• It also has to do with the optional equipment on the Rebel and Ram 1500 Off-Road trucks. If the total weight of the truck’s optional equipment is over a certain value, then the V8 eTorque powertrain is not available in those cases."

I've got no issue if it's #1 but #2 could be a cause for concern long term.