2021 RAM 1500 TRX
Four Wheeler|October 2022
Third report: Putting the shine on dirt driving
SEAN P. HOLMAN
2021 RAM 1500 TRX

For the past nine months, "Take the TRX" has been a common refrain around the Four Wheeler office. Whether it's a road trip or a wheeling trip, the TRX can do it all. This quarter, we focused on hitting the trails more and diving into the things we love and the things we'd improve on one of our favorite vehicles.

While the TRX is a more-than-capable trail machine, there is a certain type of terrain where the TRX comes into its own. We found this magical TRX sweet spot when we were exploring some higher speeds on an undulating desert road with long, broad, low-frequency whoops. Spending our time between around 55 to 70 mph on a particular section, the TRX stretched its legs, soaking up the terrain, topping out and lifting off over rises, and landing without ever hitting the stops. The 12 inches of front travel and 13 inches of rear travel give plenty of room for the suspension to breathe.

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