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EPISODE · May 22, 2026 · 15 MIN

Ram Gave The Rumble Bee A “Pure” HEMI, But There’s A Catch

from Pickup Truck +SUV Talk · host Tim Esterdahl

Send us Fan MailThe 2027 Ram 1500 Rumble Bee brings HEMI power back in a big way, but the most interesting detail may be what Ram removed, and what it kept. The new Rumble Bee 5.7L HEMI drops eTorque and auto start/stop, yet still uses MDS cylinder deactivation to help with fuel economy during light-load driving.In this week’s Pickup Truck Talk news recap, Cory breaks down why Ram made that choice, what it means for enthusiasts, how the Rumble Bee differs from regular 2027 HEMI-powered Ram 1500 trucks, and why this new muscle truck lineup could be one of Ram’s smartest moves yet. Also in the news: a new Nissan Frontier trim, more recalls, and new aftermarket products worth checking out.#PickupTruckTalk #RamRumbleBee #Ram1500 #HEMI #TruckNewsGet your Screen ProTech screen protector:https://screenprotech.com/timJoin our Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/c/pickuptrucktalkSupport the show

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Send us Fan Mail The 2027 Ram 1500 Rumble Bee brings HEMI power back in a big way, but the most interesting detail may be what Ram removed, and what it kept. The new Rumble Bee 5.7L HEMI drops eTorque and auto start/stop, yet still uses MDS cylinder deactivation to help with fuel economy during light-load driving. In this week’s Pickup Truck Talk news recap, Cory breaks down why Ram made that choice, what it means for enthusiasts, how the Rumble Bee differs from regular 2027 HEMI-powered Ram...

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