The Ram 1500 Classic Might Finally Be Dead After 15 Years

The last-generation Ram 1500 was introduced in 2008, back when George W. Bush was our president and the Dodge brand still sold pickups. It evolved over time with the addition of new trims, fancier interiors, and even a turbodiesel engine for a spell. Interestingly, it stuck around even after the new fifth-generation hit the market in 2019, just with a different name: The Ram 1500 Classic. But now, it looks like it may finally be dead after 15 years.

Ram's website still lists the 1500 Classic as available, but it stops at the 2023 model year whereas other trucks are offered as 2024s. I've been on watch all year to see if it would soldier on so I reached out to Ram as soon as I saw this. A brand PR rep replied thusly:

"We haven’t announced anything yet but will let you know when we do. Hope all is well!"

Honestly, I'm not sure if all is well! The Ram 1500 Classic might be dead! We already knew the fifth-gen Ram was ditching the V8, but it was unclear if that meant the older model would be discontinued as well. Given that we're already talking about the 2025 1500 lineup still without mention of a Classic, our worst fears are looking likely.