Ram Dakota Confirmed for 2027 with an Anticipated Price Around $40K: TDS

Ram Dakota Confirmed for 2027 with an Anticipated Price Around $40K: TDS

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      🚘 What I'm driving: As the weekend approaches, I'm enjoying the 2026 Hyundai Palisade Hybrid, appreciating both its design and functionality, along with its premium materials. I'm genuinely intrigued to see how the market will respond to a Palisade priced at $60,625.

      🐏 Ram CEO Tim Kuniskis has officially confirmed what many expected: the Dakota nameplate will be making a comeback on the automaker’s midsize pickup, expected to debut in 2027 with an estimated starting price of around $40,000 and multiple powertrain options, including a gas and a plug-in hybrid version.

      👨‍💼 GM CEO Mary Barra is reportedly considering Sterling Anderson, the new Chief Product Officer, as her potential successor when the time for retirement arrives; Anderson previously worked at Tesla, where he led the Model X and Autopilot teams during his time with Musk.

      😼 Just in time for the holiday season, Stellantis has begun accepting orders for the 2026 Dodge Durango SRT Hellcat, which has remained in production despite the final special edition models.

      🔋 The 2027 Dodge Charger Daytona made its debut, featuring a Tesla-like NACS charge port instead of the current model’s CCS port.

      ‼️ Ford is recalling 272,645 vehicles, including the F-150 Lightning, Mustang Mach-E, and Maverick pickups, due to an integrated park module that may fail to secure properly, which could lead the vehicles to roll away after being put in park.

      🚘 The 2026 Honda Accord has been unveiled, priced below $30,000 with a larger touchscreen now standard across the entire lineup.

      🦵 As promised, Rivian has started deploying the new software update, 2025.46, which introduces Kick Turn and Rad Tuner features to second-generation R1 Quad models. This update also includes Universal Hands-Free Driving assist, allowing the system to operate on 3.5 million miles of road, alongside Rivian Digital Key functionality, which permits the car key for second-generation R1s to be added to a smartphone's digital wallet.

      🚗 Kia has announced that the 2026 K4 Hatchback will be priced at an attractive $26,085 upon its arrival next year.

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Ram Dakota Confirmed for 2027 with an Anticipated Price Around $40K: TDS

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Midway through its development, the 2027 5-Series is undergoing subtle design alterations, possibly adopting an interior similar to the iX3, while retaining its core engines and electrified versions. Recent spy images reveal that the grilles are now more akin to those of the current 5-Series sedan. Furthermore, the updated interior is likely to feature the iDrive Panoramic display. As part of BMW's Neue Klasse era, the 5-Series is being refreshed to reflect the modern aesthetics of recent concepts, including the all-electric iX3. However, it seems that BMW may be reconsidering certain aspects of the facelift. Earlier this year, several 5-Series prototypes were spotted testing with tight camouflage, showcasing new headlights and kidney grilles inspired by the Vision Neue Klasse concept, indicating a finalized design for the next-generation sedan. Yet, recent spy shots of the Touring variant, anticipated to debut in North America as the flagship M5, suggest that BMW has introduced some design modifications during the development phase. What’s Different? Although the latest Touring prototype remains camouflaged, the kidney grilles now resemble those of the current 5-Series more closely. They retain a sleeker and more sculpted appearance, but the bold influence of the Neue Klasse design seems to have been toned down. The headlights have also been subtly reshaped, appearing narrower and more seamlessly integrated into the front end. Additionally, the rear has undergone modifications, with the taillights now reflecting design themes from the newest 3-Series. While this is a minor change, it indicates that BMW is prioritizing continuity over a drastic redesign. What About The Cabin? Currently, no interior images have been released. However, if the iX3 serves as an indicator, the 5-Series is likely to feature BMW’s new Panoramic iDrive configuration, which includes a central infotainment screen and a wide, curved display stretching nearly the entire width of the dashboard, positioned just above the cowl. Both displays are expected to utilize the latest iteration of BMW’s iDrive software. The iX3’s four-spoke steering wheel is also anticipated to be included, although it has received mixed reviews. This design is likely to extend across the lineup, including the 5-Series. Familiar Powertrains with Small Gains BMW is not expected to implement extensive changes to the 5-Series powertrain lineup. The 2.0-liter turbocharged four-cylinder, producing 255 horsepower and 295 lb-ft of torque, will likely remain unchanged. The 3.0-liter turbo inline-six could see a slight increase in output, potentially reaching 393 hp and 428 lb-ft. In addition to the gasoline options, the updated lineup will include new diesel variants, a revised plug-in hybrid, and an upgraded all-electric i5, which may improve in efficiency and driving range. Midway through its development, the 2027 5-Series is undergoing subtle design alterations, possibly adopting an interior similar to the iX3, while retaining its core engines and electrified versions. Recent spy images reveal that the grilles are now more akin to those of the current 5-Series sedan. Furthermore, the updated interior is likely to feature the iDrive Panoramic display. As part of BMW's Neue Klasse era, the 5-Series is being refreshed to reflect the modern aesthetics of recent concepts, including the all-electric iX3. However, it seems that BMW may be reconsidering certain aspects of the facelift. Earlier this year, several 5-Series prototypes were spotted testing with tight camouflage, showcasing new headlights and kidney grilles inspired by the Vision Neue Klasse concept, indicating a finalized design for the next-generation sedan. Yet, recent spy shots of the Touring variant, anticipated to debut in North America as the flagship M5, suggest that BMW has introduced some design modifications during the development phase. What’s Different? Although the latest Touring prototype remains camouflaged, the kidney grilles now resemble those of the current 5-Series more closely. They retain a sleeker and more sculpted appearance, but the bold influence of the Neue Klasse design seems to have been toned down. The headlights have also been subtly reshaped, appearing narrower and more seamlessly integrated into the front end. Additionally, the rear has undergone modifications, with the taillights now reflecting design themes from the newest 3-Series. While this is a minor change, it indicates that BMW is prioritizing continuity over a drastic redesign. What About The Cabin? Currently, no interior images have been released. However, if the iX3 serves as an indicator, the 5-Series is likely to feature BMW’s new Panoramic iDrive configuration, which includes a central infotainment screen and a wide, curved display stretching nearly the entire width of the dashboard, positioned just above the cowl. Both displays are expected to utilize the latest iteration of BMW’s iDrive software. The iX3’s four-spoke steering wheel is also anticipated to be included, although it has received mixed reviews. This design is likely to extend across the lineup, including the 5-Series. Familiar Powertrains with Small Gains BMW is not expected to implement extensive changes to the 5-Series powertrain lineup. The 2.0-liter turbocharged four-cylinder, producing 255 horsepower and 295 lb-ft of torque, will likely remain unchanged. The 3.0-liter turbo inline-six could see a slight increase in output, potentially reaching 393 hp and 428 lb-ft. In addition to the gasoline options, the updated lineup will include new diesel variants, a revised plug-in hybrid, and an upgraded all-electric i5, which may improve in efficiency and driving range. The car manufacturer seems ready to reintroduce it for 2027, but that may not take place either. 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Ram Dakota Confirmed for 2027 with an Anticipated Price Around $40K: TDS

Ram CEO Tim Kuniskis has officially announced that the Dakota nameplate is making a comeback.