5 Tech-Savvy Features of the 2024 Ram 3500

Texans love their trucks, and that makes our job as the leading Ram dealer in Houston incredibly rewarding. But what is it about a truck like the Ram 3500 that makes it a perfect fit for drivers in the Lone Star State? While Ram trucks are renowned for their luxury, reliability, and capability, there’s another side to the Ram 3500 that deserves the spotlight. This truck is easily the most technologically advanced in the segment, with Ram outfitting the legendary workhorse with cutting-edge technologies that enhance your experience in the driver’s seat and complement the Ram 3500’s incredible work ethic.

#1 - A Modern, High-Tech Cockpit: Meet the Advanced Driver Display

The 2024 Ram 3500 is destined to tow heavy loads, with a maximum towing capacity of 37,090 lbs and a maximum payload of 7,680 lbs. This brute strength is impressive, but knowing you have insight into how the Ram 3500 handles its load is critical. Ram recognizes as much and outfits its heavy-duty workhorse with an expansive 12-inch Driver Information Digital Cluster Display that transforms the Ram 3500’s cabin into a modern, tech-savvy cockpit. But why is this display important?

Old-fashioned gauges are slowly being replaced by digital alternatives like what you’ll find on the Ram 3500. The transition to a digital display means you have more insight into the truck’s performance and can easily customize that information based on your needs. For example, the Ram 3500’s display shows turn-by-turn navigation cues that are ideal when traveling to an unfamiliar part of Houston. You can also change screens and view the gauge summary, the truck’s tire pressure, your trailer's tire pressure, and other vehicle dynamics and diagnostics like the oil and fuel levels. Thankfully, this wealth of information is always at your fingertips and within immediate view.

#2 - An Industry-Leading Infotainment System: Meet Uconnect 5

The Ram 3500 might be a heavy-duty workhorse, but that doesn’t mean you can’t enjoy your experience in the driver’s seat. Ram guarantees as much by outfitting models like the 2024 Ram 3500 with an industry-leading Uconnect 5 NAV infotainment system on a 12-inch high-definition touchscreen display. The Uconnect 5 system is faster than ever and offers seamless smartphone integration via wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto.

The Uconnect 5 system does double duty by keeping you connected and informed. It works effortlessly with the Ram 3500’s advanced Driver Information Digital Cluster Display. For example, you can use the center touchscreen to choose your route and then find turn-by-turn directions in the driver display. Likewise, the Uconnect 5 system is a hub of information and technology that can enhance your time behind the wheel, especially when towing. The display is home to the Ram 3500’s extensive suite of trailering technologies and surround-view camera system.

#3 - Remote Access at Your Fingertips: Meet the Ram App

The Ram 3500’s versatility is seemingly endless, with the automaker going the extra mile to improve your experience as a truck owner. We see this firsthand in features like Ram Connect Services and the Ram smartphone app. The tools work together and offer remote access to the Ram 3500 wherever you are. Why is this advantageous?

Did you remember to lock your Ram 3500’s doors when you parked at the local hardware store? Do you dread climbing in the driver’s seat and waiting for the cabin to cool down in the middle of Houston’s scorching summer months? With the Ram app, you don’t have to worry because you have remote access to lock and unlock the doors or start and stop the engine. You can even plan your route on the app and use the Send & Go feature to send your destination to the truck’s navigation system.

#4 - 360-Degree Views: Meet the Ram 3500’s Extensive Camera System

Houston drivers appreciate that the Ram 3500 is no stranger to hard work. Yet, just as important as its exceptional towing and payload capacities, Ram outfits the heavy-duty road warrior with an extensive camera system that heightens your safety and experience with or without a trailer in tow. Visibility is paramount, and Ram answers that need with its 360-degree Surround View Camera and Digital Rearview Mirror.

The Ram 3500’s 360-degree Surround View Camera offers a bird’s eye view around the truck, but Ram doesn’t stop there. You can enhance the system by adding the 360-degree Trailer Surround View Camera. This addition gives you a complete view of your truck and trailer, making it easy to navigate any area by alerting you to nearby obstacles and other vehicles. This camera system complements the Ram 3500’s Digital Rearview Mirror, an essential tool that works as you drive.

The Digital Rearview Mirror is a real-time video stream behind your truck, but it doesn’t solely work with the Ram 3500’s rear-facing camera. Instead, you can pair it with available exterior mirror cameras and a tow mode camera on your trailer. Depending on the setup and configuration, you can use the mirror with all the cameras on or off, with the exterior mirror cameras activated, and with the tow mode camera activated to see a live stream of what’s happening behind you.

#5 - Towing Made Easy: Meet the Ram 3500’s Trailering Technologies

Whether you’re a novice or a seasoned pro, towing a trailer can be stressful, especially in Houston traffic. Fortunately, trucks like the Ram 3500 are designed to haul heavy loads without compromising the truck’s performance, your safety, or even your comfort. With modern trailering technologies, the Ram 3500 simplifies the intimidating task of navigating a trailer in reverse. Even experienced drivers appreciate this cutting-edge technology.

The 2024 Ram 3500 is the most technologically advanced model in the truck’s history, thanks to technologies like Trailer Tow Pages and Trailer Reverse Steering Control. Trailer Tow Pages is part of the Ram 3500’s 12-inch Driver Information Digital Cluster Display and, like the other screens in the display, contains a plethora of information. The Tow Pages show vital trailer insights and let you navigate a Trailer Light Check and monitor the Trailer Brake Status. Meanwhile, Trailer Reverse Steering Control eliminates the headache of backing up your trailer. Instead of counter-steering with the wheel, you can engage a knob on the dashboard to direct the trailer where you want it to go, letting the system handle the steering wheel.

The Ram 3500 even has technology working behind the scenes to improve your towing experience. For 2024, the Ram 3500 is the only heavy-duty truck to offer an Auto-Level Rear Air Suspension with a Bed Lowering Mode. This exclusive technology is exceptional and gives the Ram 3500 an undeniable advantage over rivals. The suspension automatically adjusts to improve ride quality based on the truck’s load. You can also use the Bed Lowering Mode to make trailer hookup easier.

The Big Picture: Technology to Your Advantage

Houston drivers have high expectations of their trucks, so the bar is incredibly high for a model like the Ram 3500. While Ram knocks it out of the park with the Ram 3500’s exceptional towing and payload capacities, the automaker doesn’t stop there. Instead, Ram outfits its heavy-duty workhorse with technologies engineered to enhance every aspect of your experience in the driver’s seat. The result is phenomenal and gives us the most tech-savvy truck in Ram history. Drivers reap the rewards, enjoying everything from advanced trailering technologies to expansive digital displays and camera systems that solidify the Ram 3500’s position as a modern and innovative truck with the heart of a warrior and the technology to match.