Get the Numbers on Ram 1500 Towing Capacity

When you’re searching for a standout new truck, you want to know how much it can tow. With the Ram 1500 here in our La Porte, IN showroom you can count on standout capability to go along with all the quality onboard the half-ton and get the job done in any circumstance.
The Ram 1500 offers you different bed and cabin sizes so your towing numbers will depend on the setup you choose. However, you’ll find that most Ram 1500 options with the standard V6 engine are able to tow up to 7,500 pounds with the 4×2 setups. If you’re looking to step it up the Ram 1500 with HEMI® V8 engine options tows up to 11,610 pounds. Many of these options help you do it efficiency thanks to eTorque being available on Ram 1500 models which adds an electric motor which only is utilized when added wheel power is needed so it saves you on fuel economy while keeping the towing levels high.
Our team would be happy to discuss the Ram 1500 here at LaPorte Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram as we’d be happy to provide you with all the details you need and discuss the many different towing setups with you along with all its quality features today. When you visit us we can also set up a test drive so you get a feel for the vehicle and know the Ram 1500 is the right truck choice for you.
Here at LaPorte Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram, the new Jeep Gladiator truck is making a quick impression with drivers as it’s a unique and powerful ride that appeals to all kinds of drivers. Of course as a truck you expect to find plenty of capability, and it delivers as you’re getting one that can tow, haul and handle just about anything thrown in its path.
The Jeep Gladiator has a 60-inch truck bed which gives you plenty of space onboard for supplies, cargo, and more. It also offers a best-in-class 7,650 pounds of towing capacity plus up to 1,600 pounds of payload in that truck bed. Combine it all with the 4×4 and off-road capability along with either a 3.6-liter, 285-horsepower V6 or a 260-horsepower turbo-diesel with 260 horsepower and you’re getting a truck that performs on all levels in the compact pickup segment.
You also can choose between 17- or 18-inch wheels and the Jeep Gladiator has 11.1 inches of ground clearance so off-road obstacles and more are no trouble for the new Jeep pickup truck.
Our team would be happy to provide you with all the details regarding the Jeep Gladiator, it’s capabilities and many different trims and amenities available here at LaPorte Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram. Contact us today to get started and we’d be happy to arrange a time to meet and set up a test drive at your convenience.
What Are the 2020 Jeep Gladiator Trim Levels?
If you’re a driver in search of a new, mid-size truck, you’ll want to consider what the 2020 Jeep Gladiator has to offer. With the all-new Jeep Gladiator, you can enjoy serious capability mixed perfectly with the utility that your lifestyle requires. Better yet, because this new Jeep is available in multiple configurations, getting the right amount of truck for you is made easy.
Which 2020 Jeep Gladiator is Right for You?
Because the 2020 Jeep Gladiator is available in a variety of trim levels, you won’t have to settle when it comes to your next truck. Once you browse the available 2020 Jeep Gladiator trim levels, you’ll be able to find the ideal Jeep truck for you.
2020 Jeep Gladiator Trim Levels
- 2020 Jeep Gladiator Sport: Offering heavy-duty Dana 44 front and rear axles, the base Jeep Gladiator is a durable truck model. Additionally the 2020 Jeep Gladiator features a removable top and doors.
- 2020 Jeep Gladiator Sport S: The 2020 Jeep Gladiator Sport S can to up to 7,650 pounds and handle a payload of 1,700 pounds. Other notable features include the available, weatherproof 115-volt power outlet.
- 2020 Jeep Gladiator Overland: If you’re looking for an elevated experience behind the wheel, consider the 2020 Jeep Gladiator Overland. With the available leather-trimmed seating, you’re sure to enjoy your time inside the Jeep Gladiator Overland.
If you’re ready to discover the benefits of a 2020 Jeep Gladiator, we encourage you to browse our Jeep inventory today. Once you do, you’ll be that much closer to finding your next Jeep.
Is the Mahindra Roxor Right for You?
If you’re a La Porte, IN driver who enjoys the capability of an ATV, considering the Mahindra Roxor is something that you’ll want to do. With this specialized off-road vehicle, you can get a tool designed for the true enthusiast. And at our dealership, you’ll find a healthy selection of Mahindra Roxor models.
Looking for a New Off-Roader?
The Mahindra Roxor is a truly unique vehicle. Built with past Jeep models in mind, the Mahindra Roxer boasts serious 4X4 capability. Which is something that makes it stand out among other off-road vehicles. The Mahindra Roxor is ready to be built to your specification as well, which is something that you’re likely to appreciate.
Under the hood of the Mahindra Roxor, you’ll find a 2.5-liter turbo diesel engine with 62 horsepower and 144 pound-feet of torque. Mated to a five-speed manual transmission, this powertrain will allow you to get the control you need to navigate rough terrain. Better yet, because of the lightweight and compact design of the Mahindra Roxor, you’ll have a nimble off-roader that can get you to where you need to go.
Additionally, the Mahindra Roxor features a box steel frame for ultimate durability along with big wheels and brakes. With a payload capacity of 349 pounds and a towing capacity of 3,490 pounds, this model also brings utility to the table.
If you’re interested in learning more about the Mahindra Roxor, we encourage you to visit our dealership today. Once you do, you can get behind the wheel of one of our Mahindra Roxor models and experience first-hand what this vehicle has to offer.
Available Diesel Service in La Porte

If you are a local diesel truck owner and are looking for a fast and reliable place to have your truck serviced, look no further than the Service Center at our dealership. Diesel fuel is a fantastic way to achieve more efficiency in your powerful truck, but it does require more upkeep, which is why it is always important to have routine maintenance checks. Here at La Porte Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram, we have what you need to keep your diesel truck running like new. To learn more, continue reading.
About Our Service Center
Our Service Center provides you with trained technicians that have been specially taught to know the ins and outs of your diesel truck. No matter the amount of service you need to be repaired, you can rely on us to get the job done right.
We have Chrysler MasterTech Level 3 Technician Dave Pavinca on our team, who knows an extensive amount on diesel truck repair. Dave is not only DOT-certified; he is also ASE certified so you can have peace of mind knowing that when your truck is in the shop, it is in the right hands. When you have proper fluids, and everything is up to standards, your diesel truck will function at its full potential, giving you a more enjoyable drive.
Offered Services
Some of the basic services and more advanced fixes we perform are listed below:
- Oil changes
- Filter changes
- Tire rotations
- Tie alignments
- Part replacements
If you own a diesel truck that needs service, then you can contact our service center, make a phone call or even schedule online at your earliest convenience. We’ll ensure your truck is serviced in no time, so you are back on the road enjoying every mile.
If you’ve got people you need to transport around and want to do it as efficiently as possible, the minivan certainly has you covered. There’s a reason the Chrysler Pacifica Hybrid grabs attention as one of the few hybrid minivans in its class, and a quality family vehicle, there’s a lot to like about it and we want you to learn more when you come in and see us at La Porte Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram.
With three rows of seating, and seats that you can easily configure with available Stow ‘n Go® seating onboard you’ll find there’s ample space, the most cargo space of any other hybrid out there. That’s the attraction as you can get in all the groceries, luggage, kids, pets and more with room to spare and everyone can be comfortable as you ride through the streets of La Porte in this efficient minivan.
Just how efficient is the new Chrysler Pacifica Hybrid? It provides you with a 520-mile total range combined, meaning there’s lots of places to go and plenty of miles you can travel if you’re going long distances to keep fuel costs at a minimum. It also offers a 32-mile all-electric range that’s great for city driving and quick rides around town, and it will automatically switch to gas when that range is depleted, and you can recharge the range with an in-home charging station as well.
Combined with convenience of an automatic power liftgate and power sliding doors the Pacifica Hybrid has plenty of benefits for you and your family. If you’re ready to learn more, contact us and we’d be happy to get started with you and discuss your options today.
Find the Right Jeep Accessories in La Porte

If you’re a Jeep owner you enjoy the excitement and capability it gives you. Whether it’s the interior space and technology or the trail-rated 4×4 options, our vehicles stand out on their own merit, and earn plenty of praise from fans and automotive experts. Jeep owners also can give their vehicle plenty of added flavor and personalization, or add some practical elements to it when you take a look at the accessories that are available here in our parts department at La Porte Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram.
Our Jeep accessories come in all types of options. There’s practical needs like weatherized floor mats, wiper blades, and exterior parts that help improve the cosmetics if you’ve maybe had a damaged side view mirror or need new headlights installed. You can find all those right here, but there’s also more to give your Jeep a custom feel as well. That includes adding things like cargo and storage racks for bikes, kayaks, or skis, plus there’s options for more off-road components like shocks and suspension add ons, body kits, winches, and much more to give your model like a Jeep Wrangler or Gladiator some added levels of versatility.
Whatever parts you may need or desire to improve the quality of your personalized driving experience, we’re here to help. When you contact our parts team that can set you up with the right options made specifically for your Jeep to keep the vehicle value and integrity high. That’s important because some Jeep parts you’ll need to help your vehicle run at its best and our service team can take these parts and install them for you.
To learn more, get in touch with our parts team who can discuss all the different accessories available, answer any questions and get started today.
The Jeep Gladiator has gotten plenty of attention since it came to our La Porte, IN showroom earlier this year. The Jeep pickup truck offers iconic and unique looks, lots of fun and technology, along with standout capability to give you the ride you’ve been looking to find for adventure and everyday driving.
With its boxed frame and truck bed, the Gladiator is stylistically in line with the Wrangler. Its classic appeal grabs attention and shows you that if you’re looking to get out and enjoy the open road and off it, the Gladiator is a standout choice. It has plenty of capability as well, so you know the truck bed isn’t just for show. In fact, it offers a best-in-class payload of 1,600 pounds and offers a maximum towing of 7,650 pounds with a 285-horsepower V6, along with a diesel-powered option.
Onboard you’re also going to find the ability to take the top down, and the door panels off and enjoy the open air, while you also can enjoy modern technology such as Apple CarPlayTM and Android AutoTM for seamless integration with messaging, music streaming and much more. You even get the benefit of a built-in portable Bluetooth® speaker onboard the 2020 Jeep Gladiator so the party never stops.
To see how the Jeep Gladiator offers a whole new level of excitement, contact us here at La Porte Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram and we’d be happy to provide you with all the details you need, answer any questions you might have and arrange a test drive in the exciting new Jeep pickup truck at your convenience.

The 2019 Ram 1500 continues its impressive ways and appeals to a large portion of pickup truck drivers throughout the area. Here at La Porte Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram, you can see it up close, and learn about the many ways it sets the tone in the half-ton pickup truck segment, holding many advantages over rivals like the Chevy Silverado 1500.
To start, the Ram 1500 offers more power and towing, as you’re going to find more maximum towing capacity on the Ram 1500 than the Chevy Silverado 1500. Additionally, you get help with added wheel power with Ram 1500 vehicles equipped with eTorque which is an electric motor to provide more torque without using up gas to make the Ram 1500 more efficient. You’re not going to find that on the Silverado 1500.
In terms of accolades, the Ram 1500 was named 2019 Motor Trend Truck of the Year and has earned other honors with a trophy room that the Silverado 1500 can’t compete with. You’re also going to find features like an available 12-inch touch display on the Ram 1500 along with full integration options that leaves the Silverado 1500 lacking.
Of course, there’s a lot more to like onboard the new Ram 1500 here in our showroom. If you’re ready to find out more, contact our team here at La Porte Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram and we’d be happy to get started and provide you with all the details you need on our exciting, tough and reliable Ram 1500 lineup!

There are lots of reasons to consider lifting your truck or Jeep, better visibility from higher up, improved towing capabilities, and increased ground clearance for off-road adventuring being just a few. And let’s face-a lifted truck or SUV just looks awesome! A Jeep Wrangler with six inches of lift and great big tires is a thing of beauty, plain and simple.
La Porte Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram maintains the Custom Truck & Jeep Lift Shop on site for all to help you take advantage of the towing and off-roading capabilities of your Ram truck or Jeep SUV. Order your genuine MOPAR® parts and accessories and have them installed by experienced and trained technicians right here in La Porte, IN.
Why Lift Your Ram Truck or Jeep Wrangler?
Towing: A lifted truck or SUV is able to tow more than its stock counterpart because the weight is distributed differently to optimize the towing power.
Off-Roading: With a few (or several!) more inches of ground clearance under your vehicle, you’re able to go more places off road because you’ll be able to clear larger rocks and branches and ford water more easily.
Visibility: It’s simple-when you’re higher up, you can see more of the road ahead. Drivers in lifted vehicles have better views of changing traffic patterns and can more quickly adjust to stay safer and out of traffic jams.
Let La Porte Lift Your Jeep Wrangler or Ram Truck
In the Custom Truck & Jeep Lift Shop at La Porte Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram, we specializing in creating satisfied customers by lending our expertise, using genuine MOPAR® parts, and getting the job done right every time. Let us do the work on your truck or SUV, we guarantee you’ll love it!


