Video: 2026 Ram 1500
The crowd was rejoicing. And so were we. Can you blame us?
It is worth repeating that the big news out of Stellantis is that they brought back the HEMI V8 for the 2026 Ram 1500.
The crowd was rejoicing. And so were we.
Can you blame us?
Maybe. Although we have had a Moparian following for the past 15 years. They're the kind of loyal owner and fan base that you can never say anything wrong about their precious Mopar machines.
With that, Stellantis North America's Tim Kuniskis listened. He put the order in to bring back the HEMI V8 to the Ram 1500.
Now, we can visually tell you all about here. Just watch our video…
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The 2026 Ram 1500 features a new fender-mounted "Symbol of Protest" badge, replacing the traditional "HEMI" branding to mark the return of the V-8 engine. It depicts a Ram’s head on top of a V-8 cylinder block, symbolizing a push against the industry shift toward electric vehicles and celebrating customer demand for traditional power
Each Ram truck equipped with the Hemi engine will sport a unique badge on the front fenders, named the "Protest Emblem."
Designed by Ram's creative team, the Protest Emblem features a ram's head mounted on the front of a Hemi engine block, complemented by individual straight-pipe exhausts, distinguishing it from typical protest symbols like raised fists or peace signs.
But what exactly is the V-8 in Ram trucks protesting against, aside from the company's own line of more fuel-efficient straight-six engines? The intention remains unclear, though it's likely Ram is advocating for consumer freedom to choose eight-cylinder powertrains, whether that's to defy mainstream trends or simply to enjoy the robust torque and distinctive sound of a Hemi.