Between hauling trailers for a summer concert in Springville and pulling a large video wall down to the Sanpete County Fair, the Ram was given the kind of assignments it was built for. And we came away more than impressed.

A truck made to work

The Ram 2500 lineup has long been one of the most respected names in heavy-duty trucks, and for good reason. Whether you’re pulling a camper, horse trailer, or in our case, concert equipment, this truck has the kind of brawn you can rely on.

Our test model was powered by the proven 6.7-liter Cummins turbo diesel engine, producing 370 horsepower and an earth-moving 850 pound-feet of torque. That’s the kind of grunt that makes light work of trailers that would leave half-ton trucks struggling. With the proper setup, the 2500 is capable of towing up to 20,000 pounds, so our loads during the week barely scratched the surface of what it could do.

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What really impressed us was how confident the Ram felt under load. Even with thousands of pounds hooked behind, the truck tracked straight, stayed stable and had plenty of power in reserve to merge onto the freeway or handle the rolling hills of central Utah. The integrated trailer brake controller, tow/haul mode and the ability to check trailer lights from the driver’s seat all made the process smooth and stress-free.

Spring acres concert duty

One of the biggest tests came on the weekend as we prepared for a concert at the Spring Acres Arts Park in Springville. The featured band was “The Long Run” from Colorado, an Eagles tribute group that brought in quite a crowd. Part of our responsibility was moving trailers loaded with sound and staging equipment to the venue.

This is exactly the type of situation where the Ram 2500 shines. Backing trailers into tight spaces around the park was made easier by the 360-degree surround-view camera system and the rear-facing trailer cameras. The large mirrors, complete with spotter extensions, gave us confidence as we navigated through trees and around the stage area.

Once unhooked, the truck was just as comfortable pulling double duty as transportation to and from the venue. With its bold Laramie Sport styling — chrome grille, body-color bumpers and trim, paired with 20-inch wheels — the Granite Crystal Metallic paint gave it a rugged yet refined appearance. More than once we had concertgoers stop and comment on how sharp it looked.

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Hauling to Manti for the fair

The other major test came on Monday evening when we needed to move a trailer carrying a large video wall in flight cases to the Sanpete County fairgrounds in Manti. That trailer is long, heavy and not the kind of thing you want to pull with just any truck.

The Ram handled it with ease. From the climb up the hill east of Spanish Fork to the winding descent into Sanpete County, the Cummins diesel never missed a beat. The exhaust brake — a favorite feature of ours — made downhill driving far more controlled, acting almost like a Jake brake on a big rig. This let us travel with confidence, knowing we weren’t overworking the service brakes.

What stood out most was how little effort it seemed to take. The Ram never felt strained, and even after a full day’s work, it felt just as comfortable cruising back home empty as it did pulling weight.

Inside the cabin: Comfort meets utility

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Heavy-duty trucks have come a long way from being purely utilitarian machines. Stepping inside the 2025 Ram 2500 Laramie Sport, we found a cabin that felt as refined as many luxury SUVs.

Our tester came with leather-trimmed seats, heated and ventilated up front, and plenty of soft-touch surfaces. The spacious crew cab meant passengers in the backseat had no complaints, with legroom and comfort in abundance.

The centerpiece of the interior was Ram’s Uconnect 5 system displayed on a massive 12-inch vertical touchscreen. This system remains one of our favorites in the industry: intuitive, quick to respond and full of useful features. From Apple CarPlay and Android Auto to trailer-specific apps that let us keep track of towing stats, everything was at our fingertips.

Another small but appreciated feature was the wireless charging pad, which kept our phones powered up during long days. Add in the premium Harman Kardon sound system, and the Ram became as enjoyable to drive without a trailer as it was capable with one.

Ride and drive experience

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Driving a heavy-duty truck always comes with expectations of stiffness, but Ram has found a way to balance strength with comfort. The rear coil-spring suspension, unique in this segment, made for a surprisingly smooth ride, even on Utah’s uneven roads.

Around town, the Ram was manageable thanks to its steering and driver aids, though its size did remind us that it was a three-quarter-ton truck. On the highway, however, it settled in beautifully. The cabin was quiet, the ride stable and the diesel engine hummed along at low RPMs.

At the end of the week

Our week with the 2025 Ram 2500 Laramie Sport proved just how versatile and capable this truck would be. It was not just a workhorse, although it certainly exceled at that. It was also a comfortable, technology-packed daily driver that could take on big towing jobs without breaking a sweat.

Base price: $64,430

Destination charge: $1,995

Price as driven: $84,545