James Ram - How the 2026 Ram 2500 Makes Heavy-Duty Towing Easier for Elgin, IL Drivers
When a workday or weekend hinges on a smooth towing setup, the details matter. The 2026 Ram 2500 brings a deep toolbox of towing intelligence that transforms tricky maneuvers into reliable routines. From camera-assisted awareness to software that steadies the load, this heavy-duty pickup is engineered to tackle the full cycle of trailering—hitching, backing, cruising, and parking—with less stress and more control. The result is a rig that helps you work with precision, whether you are backing a boat down a ramp along the Fox River or threading a flatbed into a tight jobsite.
Start with visibility. The available 360° Surround View Camera and available 360° Trailer Surround View Camera deliver bird’s-eye perspectives that help you spot obstacles around both truck and trailer. Pair those views with the available Digital Rearview Mirror featuring side camera integration, and you gain real-time video angles left and right of the trailer—exactly where traditional mirrors can fall short in tight spaces. It is a powerful combination for hitch alignment, alleyway navigation, and reversing when the sightlines get complicated.
Back-up tasks get even simpler with the available Trailer Reverse Steering Control. Instead of wrestling the wheel to predict trailer pivot, you guide the trailer with a dedicated knob while the system handles steering inputs. This smart assist is especially helpful for first-time towers or anyone who wants repeatable accuracy when docking into narrow spaces. Add the available Tow Tech Package to access features like Trailer Tire Pressure Monitoring with live readings displayed on the available 12-inch Digital Cluster Display, so you can keep tabs on up to four trailers and spot issues before they interrupt your schedule. For long hauls or steep grades, diesel models add an available Automatic Smart Exhaust Brake that helps keep speed in check downhill, reducing brake wear and enhancing control.
Comfort and command matter on the open road too. Available Adaptive Cruise Control can maintain a set following distance—even with a trailer attached—while available LaneSense® Lane Departure Warning with Lane Keep Assist provides gentle guidance when crosswinds, crown, or fatigue nudge you off course. Many drivers also appreciate the available Class-Exclusive Power Convex Trailer Tow Mirrors with power-adjustable telescoping, designed to optimize mirror coverage as loads change. Couple those with the available Class-Exclusive Auto-Level Rear Air Suspension, and you get a near-level stance under varying tongue weights, which helps steady handling and headlamp aim when towing at night.
Inside the cab, the available Uconnect® 5 NAV with a Largest-in-Class available 14.5-inch touchscreen provides a crisp, customizable view of your most important data—tow-specific navigation, camera feeds, and Trailer Tow Pages—so information is easy to find when you are jockeying around a site or pulling across a windy interstate. If you routinely power tools on location, available Onboard Power with up to 2.4 kilowatts turns the bed into a mobile workstation, while the class-exclusive available RamBox® Cargo Management System keeps tie-downs, straps, and gloves organized, secure, and out of the weather.
If you are comparing gas and diesel, the available High-Output 6.7L Cummins® Turbo Diesel I6 with the TorqueFlite® HD eight-speed automatic is the torque hero, designed for confident towing across long distances. Prefer a robust gas setup? The 6.4L HEMI® V8 delivers stout power with strong payload ratings, and it pairs well with jobsite-ready features like Snow Plow Prep and fifth-wheel/gooseneck hardware. The best part is how seamlessly these systems integrate—hardware, software, and driver aids all working together to make towing feel predictable.
Frequently Asked Questions:
How does Trailer Reverse Steering Control work?
Turn the trailer steering knob in the direction you want the trailer to go while the system manages the truck’s steering. It helps reduce overcorrections and improves accuracy in tight backing situations.
Which cameras are best for towing?
The 360° Surround View Camera and 360° Trailer Surround View Camera provide overhead perspectives, while the Digital Rearview Mirror with side camera integration adds real-time left and right trailer views for better situational awareness.
Do I need the Auto-Level Rear Air Suspension for towing?
It is not required, but the available Auto-Level Rear Air Suspension can help maintain a level stance under varying tongue weights, improving control, ride quality, and headlamp aim.
What are the advantages of the diesel over the gas engine?
The available High-Output 6.7L Cummins® Turbo Diesel I6 offers Best-in-Class available base diesel torque for confident towing on long grades, while the 6.4L HEMI® V8 delivers strong power and impressive payload ratings for versatile daily work.
At James Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram, our team is here to help you choose the right combination of axle ratio, mirrors, camera views, and hitch prep hardware to match your specific trailers and routes, serving Elgin, Dundee, and Carpentersville. We will walk through your towing needs, discuss whether diesel or gas fits your usage, and configure the features that let you tow with confidence year-round in the Midwest.