On August 1, in a bit about impending Stellantis layoffs at the Warren Truck Plant that builds the Jeep Wagoneer, Grand Wagoneer, and Ram 1500 Classic, AutoForecast Solutions wrote "The Ram 1500 Classic is scheduled to end production in September, leaving just the large Jeep SUVs at the facility." The next day, Automotive News followed up with more layoff news, writing that a seating supplier for the new-old-stock pickup would permanently shed 63 workers, adding that Ram CEO Christine Feuell confirmed the end of the 15-year-old truck. A Ram spokesperson put the period at the end with, "The Ram 1500 Classic has been a great entry point pickup for Ram, and the Tradesman model has certainly represented the needs of our commercial truck customers. With the introduction of the Tradesman trim on the new Ram 1500 for 2024 model year, we bid farewell to the previous generation and remind customers that the HEMI-powered Ram 1500 Classic will sell into 2025."

Ram 1500 Classic soon a thing of the past, production ends next month

Ram redesigned its pickup truck for the 2019 model year, which means it’s relatively old at this point. And yet, it’s not the oldest Ram you can still buy new. For whatever reason, Ram just kept selling the old 1500 alongside the new one. The Ram 1500 Classic as it is now known was originally introduced in 2009, and still refuses to die. Until now. Ram has confirmed to the Drive that it plans to take the Classic out behind the shed to give it the Old Yeller treatment.

The Ram 1500 Classic Will Finally Die After 17 Years In Production

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We knew the end was coming, and now it's here. The Ram 1500 Classic—which is so old it predates Ram becoming its own brand—will wrap up production this year as a 2024 model. It exits stage left along with the 5.7-liter Hemi, marking the end of a very long era for Ram and Dodge.

Dead: Ram 1500 Classic

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After an impressive run that began back in 2009, the Ram 1500 Classic will soon be put out to pasture. As confirmed by Automotive News, there will no longer be any place for the entry-level pickup in the Ram lineup in 2025 because there's something newer to take its place.

Ram's Most Affordable Full-Size Pickup Is Dead

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Stellantis Keeps Building Broken Ram 1500 Trucks

The refreshed 2025 Ford Explorer debuted this past February, and has since entered production at the Chicago Assembly plant, alongside its luxurious counterpart, the Lincoln Aviator. With deliveries of both of those updated models already underway, it was only a matter of time before the 2025 Ford Police Interceptor Utility debuted as the law enforcement-focused version of the Explorer, and now, that’s precisely what has happened.

2025 Ford Police Interceptor Utility Officially Debuts

As has historically been the case, the debut of the all-new 2024 Ford Mustang was quickly followed by the release of a large number of new parts and accessories for the S650 generation pony car. Long one of the most popular models to customize, the newest Mustang carries on that tradition of giving owners countless options when it comes to altering the looks and performance of their rides, with Roush Performance continuing to add to that list.

Roush 2024 Ford Mustang Supercharger Officially Debuts

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The 2.3-liter Ecoboost is a small-but-mighty Ford engine that's powered Mustangs, SUVs, pickups, and more. Here's every Ford model with one under the hood.

Every Ford Model Powered By The 2.3L Ecoboost Engine

Just because a car brand goes the way of the dinosaur doesn't mean that it can't be fondly remembered for years after. Take, for instance, Pontiac, which rose to prominence throughout the 20th century under the General Motors umbrella after starting out under Oakland Motor Car in the 1920s. It came to light in 2009 that GM was retiring the brand, shifting focus primarily to Chevrolet, Buick, GMC, and Cadillac. With that, Pontiac was a thing of the past by 2010. Nevertheless, there are a few classic Pontiac cars we'd like to see make a comeback someday, with the Pontiac GTO deservedly among them.

How Much Horsepower Does A 2006 Pontiac GTO 6.0 Have?

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Actor Buddy Ebsen, who died at age 95 in 2003, found fame by starring in two of the most popular classic television shows in history: The Beverly Hillbillies (CBS, 1962 to 1971) and Barnaby Jones (CBS, 1973 to 1980). On the Hillbillies, he played former Tennessee country mountain-folk-turned-wealthy Beverly Hills resident Jed Clampett. On Barnaby Jones, he was one of TV's most senior, slyest, health-conscious detectives. Ebsen, however, almost became even more famous for a certain big-screen classic film in which he ultimately did not appear.

'Beverly Hillbillies" Actor Buddy Ebsen Was "Bitter" about not playing the Tin Man in 'Wizard of Oz'

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A lady is cautioning others about purchasing budget earrings from Amazon, Shein, and H&M, after she experienced keloid formations on her earlobes due to wearing them. On a TikTok post that has garnered more than 334,000 likes, Sailor Rozema (@sailor.rozema), a content creator, shares a warning with her community of "dangly earring girls": the inexpensive jewelry found in fast fashion can have negative impacts on your well-being.

‘I’ll never be wearing earrings for the rest of my life’: Customer warns against buying from Shein

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Sandy Paws Rescue Inc., a foster-based rescue in Massachusetts, is still looking for a forever home for an adorable six-year-old French bulldog named Joannie. The local animal rescue explains: “Joannie was found as a stray extremely emaciated and less than half her current weight now. She was missing fur on her body, face and ears. She has been nursed back to health and is doing wonderfully. While her age and exact history is unknown, it is clear she has mothered more than enough litters in her short lifetime.”

Meet The "Extreme Snuggler" French Bulldog Still Looking For Love

The 2028 Jeep Gladiator will feature battery-electric and range-extender powertrains. New design elements include advanced lighting, and a re-imagined seven-slot grille. Production of the new Gladiator is set to start in early 2028 in Toledo, Ohio. The 2028 Jeep Gladiator, alongside its Wrangler sibling, is set to undergo a controversial...

2028 Jeep Gladiator: What We Know About The Electrified Pickup

It used to be that an inline four-cylinder was just slightly more powerful than a lawnmower, but modern performance technology, as well as super and turbocharging, has made them formidable engines. In fact, there are some high-output I-4s that rival V-6s and even V-8s, both in horsepower and torque. Gone are the days when four-cylinders were only for sensible compacts, as they now power some of the hottest rides around.

10 Four-Cylinder Cars That Are Faster Than Their Larger-Engined Ancestors

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Texas is truck country. Here, trucks aren’t just vehicles; they’re a way of life. So when Ram rolls out a new version of its beloved 1500, folks take notice. The 2025 Ram 1500 Tradesman is designed for those who see their truck as a tool, not a toy. Over a week, we put this workhorse through its paces to see if it lives up to the Ram reputation and Texan expectations.

Daily Driver: 2025 Ram 1500 Tradesman

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Last week, a 32-year-old was arrested on trafficking charges after allegedly fleeing from a traffic stop and abandoning the vehicle with a child in the passenger seat. The chase resulted in the discovery of 230 grams of methamphetamine, which the suspect allegedly threw out while fleeing on foot. According to local detectives, the vehicle the suspect was driving was registered to NFL football player Tyreek Hill.

Man Driving Vehicle Registered to Tyreek Hill Arrested on Drug Trafficking Charges in Douglas

The Ford Explorer added the distinct, luxurious King Ranch trim to its lineup back in the 2021 model year, helping to celebrate 20 years of FoMoCo’s collaboration with the legendary South Texas cattle ranch, beginning with the 2001 Ford F-150 King Ranch. Since then, the King Ranch trim has been offered not only in the F-150, but also, the Ford Super Duty and the Ford Expedition. However, the King Ranch trim was somewhat surprisingly excluded from the 2025 Ford Explorer refresh.

Here’s Why There’s No 2025 Ford Explorer King Ranch

The Ram 1500 Classic, a holdover from a previous generation, is set to roll off production lines for the final time in 2025. After a prolonged five-year coexistence with its more modern counterpart, Ram has decided to phase out the Classic to streamline its pickup truck offerings. The lack of a mid-size option within the Ram lineup has necessitated a reliance on the newer DT generation to cater to a broader customer base.

Ram 1500 Classic’s Final Farewell: The End of an Era for Ram’s Rugged Workhorse Amid Shifts Toward Modernization

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On Tuesday, licensed Ohio dispensaries began legally selling non-medical marijuana to consumers; however, the drug’s possession, growth and/or usage are still prohibited on Ohio State’s campus. Credit: Jefferee Woo/Tampa Bay Times/TNS [Original caption: Four citizen-led petitions with proposals to update Dallas’ charter hit the 20,000 valid signature threshold to make it on the Nov. 5 election ballot, including one that would ban police officers from arresting or citing people carrying less than four ounces of marijuana.] As of Tuesday, students 21 and older can now legally purchase marijuana in Ohio.

Dispensary sales of recreational marijuana began Tuesday; possession and usage still prohibited on Ohio State’s campus

Chicago, IL

Following its debut in early February, the 2025 Ford Explorer entered production at the Chicago Assembly plant in May, but due to the automaker’s new quality checks, the refreshed model just began hitting dealer lots late last month. The Explorer’s more luxurious counterpart – the 2025 Lincoln Aviator – was on a similar trajectory, and also entered production alongside its platform mate. Now, both of these revamped models are officially shipping to customers and dealers, according to The Blue Oval.

2025 Ford Explorer, Lincoln Aviator Officially Shipping Out

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Dead: The Ram 1500 Classic And Its Hemi V8 Are Gone in 2025

With the new truck losing its Hemi, it was only a matter of time before the Ram 1500 Classic left us. Even when Ram first introduced...

Dead: The Ram 1500 Classic And Its Hemi V8 Are Gone in 2025

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