Mitsubishi Hybrid Pickup Rebranded As A Ram? - Gas 2.0
Last Friday, Mitsubishi and Fiat-Chrysler signed a non-binding agreement to develop and build a midsize pickup based on the L200 platform, reports Carscoops . With Mitsubishi bringing hybrids to its heartier models, could FCA’s Ram brand benefit... Chrysler and Mitsubishi have had a relationship dating back decades now, which included a previous effort to develop a competitive compact pickup in the last-generation Dodge Dakota/Mitsubishi Raider. The next-gen Mitsubishi L200 will supposedly take inspiration from the innovative GR-HEV concept , which used a plug-in hybrid drivetrain paired with a hearty diesel engine. FCA is committing to diesels as well, and the Ram 1500 Ecodiesel has been particularly popular with customers wanting a more efficient pickup. But a diesel-electric hybrid pickup with a Ram badge. It would seem less likely if Chrysler hadn’t just opened up about its electrification plans, which includes more plug-in and mild hybrid vehicles. Source: gas2.org
