Automotive Fleet
MenuMENU
SearchSEARCH

Ram Adds Features to 2020 Pickups

The Ram 1500 and Ram heavy-duty pickups will add new appearance and feature packages for the 2020 model-year.

September 3, 2019
Ram Adds Features to 2020 Pickups

The 2020 Ram 1500 will be available in three new exterior colors, including Olive Green (late availability). 

Photo: Ram Truck

2 min to read


The Ram 1500 and Ram heavy-duty pickups will add new appearance and feature packages for the 2020 model-year.

Ad Loading...

"Buyers demand a good-looking truck with easy-to-use features. They often tell us that their Ram trucks are an extension of their personality and want to stand out from the crowd," said Reid Bigland, head of the Ram brand. "Whether it's the off-road-enthusiast appeal of the Ram 1500 Rebel, the stylish Night editions or greater usability for the most powerful, most capable heavy-duty trucks, Ram trucks deliver features and durability that are winning over more and more buyers."

Ad Loading...

Features and options new for the 2020 Ram 1500 include:

  • Ram's new EcoDiesel produces highest 1/2-ton diesel torque, achieving 480 lb.-ft.and highest available 1/2-ton diesel towing capacity at 12,560 pounds.

  • The 2020 Ram Rebel is now available with the EcoDiesel powertrain option.

  • The Ram 1500 Night Edition (available on Big Horn and Laramie models) includes a monochromatic design enhanced by a black grille, grille surround, badging, wheels (20-inch on Big Horn, 22-inch on Laramie), and exhaust tips. The headlamps and taillights feature dark bezels.

  • Ram Rebel Black Appearance Group returns with Diamond Black Crystal Pearl Coat paint, black 18-inch wheels, front spoiler, skid plate, badging, tow hooks, and exhaust. LED headlamps with black bezels and a theme-matched all-black interior are standard. A Black and Ruby Red interior is optional.

  • New Rebel Safety Group includes Adaptive Cruise Control with Stop, Go and Hold, Forward Collision Mitigation, Lane Departure Warning-Plus, and automatic high-beam headlamps.

  • Comfort Package now standard on Rebel and includes power tailgate release, wireless charging, rear heated seats, and 12-way power driver’s seat with memory settings.

  • Blind-spot Monitoring now available on Tradesman.

  • 22-inch two-tone wheel now available on Longhorn.

  • Three new exterior colors: Hydro Blue, RV Match Walnut Brown, and Olive Green (late availability). 

Features and options new for the 2020 Ram Heavy Duty include:

  • Lane Keep Assist and Adaptive Steering now available on all trim levels.

  • Blind-spot Monitoring, including easy-to-use trailer coverage, now available.

  • Trailer tire pressure monitoring now available as an option on all trim levels.

  • Auxiliary camera system supports two different cameras.

  • A 50-gallon fuel tank is standard on Crew Cab models with the 8-foot bed.  

  • Olive Green and Hydro Blue exterior colors.

  • Black wheels are now available on Power Wagon.

Originally posted on Work Truck Online

More Vehicle Research

A ChargerHelp thumbnail representing the 2026 reliability report with a dark blue background.
Vehicle Research•by News/Media Release•September 24, 2026

When Charger Downtime Becomes a Fleet Availability Problem

As EV deployments move beyond pilot programs, charger reliability can directly affect vehicle readiness, driver productivity and route scheduling.

Read More →
A grey Nissan drives on a road at sunset
Vehicle Research•by News/Media Release•September 23, 2026

2027 Nissan Rogue Hybrid Adds e-POWER, Standard AWD

The new Rogue Hybrid uses Nissan’s e-POWER system with dual electric motors, offers an estimated 40 mpg and starts at $35,490.

Read More →
A 2026 BLue FOrester hybrid driving down a dirt road from the rear view
Vehicle Research•by News/Media Release•September 21, 2026

2027 Subaru Forester Adds First Wilderness Hybrid

The 2027 Forester lineup starts at $29,995 and adds a Wilderness Hybrid with 194 combined horsepower and 9.3 inches of ground clearance.

Read More →
Ad Loading...
Henrik Holland headshot on a leadership update
Vehicle Research•by News/Media Release•September 10, 2026

EV Realty Names Henrik Holland President as Charging Platform Expands

The former Prologis Mobility and Shell executive will help expand EV Realty’s truck charging business and move its power-first infrastructure model into autonomous vehicle depots and other fleet sectors.

Read More →
A Mercedes-Benz GLC drives on a road
Vehicle Research•by News/Media Release•September 10, 2026

Mercedes-Benz Introduces Electric GLC With Up to 350 Miles of Range

The GLC 400 4MATIC Electric features an 800-volt architecture, 330-kW DC fast charging and a 94-kWh battery, along with Mercedes-Benz's new MB.OS operating system.

Read More →
oung professionals collaborate around laptops in an office, illustrating efforts to introduce the next generation to careers in fleet management.
Vehicle Research•by Faith Howell•September 8, 2026

Fleet Has a Talent Pipeline Problem, not a Talent Problem

Where will the next generation of fleet leaders come from, and what does the industry need to do differently to find them?

Read More →
Ad Loading...
A beige, blue, and red Fleet Hacks graphic with headshots on the bottom row in rounded shape of Lori Olson, Jen VrMeer, and Oleg Cytowicz.
Vehicle Research•by Faith Howell•September 4, 2026

Fleet Hacks: What Are You Still Doing Manually?

From daily recaps to repeatable workflows, fleet professionals share how AI can cut through busywork while keeping human judgment at the center.

Read More →
A graphic with red and clue text and a transparent background with music notes.
Vehicle Research•by Faith Howell•September 3, 2026

How One Fleet Manager Put a New Spin on Safety Training

Joe Lewis turned a pre-trip inspection lesson into an AI-assisted song, then four safety albums. The experiment also revealed why human oversight matters when AI enters driver training.

Read More →
2027 Ram ProMaster City
Vehicle Research•by Staff•August 31, 2026

2027 Ram ProMaster City Starts Under $40K

Ram is returning to the smaller commercial van market with a new ProMaster City aimed at delivery, service, trade, and passenger applications. Starting at $39,995 with destination, the 2027 van offers up to 2,000 pounds of towing capacity, more than 2,000 pounds of payload, and multiple cargo and passenger configurations.

Read More →
Ad Loading...
An AF news recap blue and white thumbnail
Vehicle Research•by Faith Howell•August 28, 2026

New Tariff Threats & a Leadership Change at Wheels | AF News Recap

A new tariff threat is creating more uncertainty for fleet ordering, Wheels has named a new president, and we’re asking whether certification is really worth the investment.

Read More →