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Everything has its place
Storage space is a critical issue when trying to store and retrieve gear day in and day out. To address this, the 2010 Dodge Ram trucks feature innovative storage solutions.

"The 2010 Dodge Ram (2500/3500) heavy-duty pickups and 2011 Dodge Ram chassis cabs feature a new center console with an upper bin that is large enough to hold a laptop computer - with an available 115-watt, 150-amp power outlet in the instrument panel - and a lower bin that accommodates hanging files," says Roger Benvenuti, manager of Jeep/Dodge Truck Communications.

There are several other storage compartments, as well. "Additional storage locations are built into the instrument panel, front and rear door panels, seat backs and even the floor," Benvenuti notes. "In the crew-size cab, two in-floor bins located in the rear foot wells of the crew cab offer storage enough for ten 12-oz. cans... Upper and lower glove boxes provide a total of more than 800 cu. in. of storage."

Optional accessories from Mopar allow the truck to be customized for your particular needs. These include both permanent-mount and sliding storage boxes and a ladder rack.

Electronic devices also promote productivity. "Dodge offers uconnect phone, which uses Bluetooth technology to provide voice-controlled wireless communication between the occupants' compatible mobile phone and the vehicle's onboard receiver. The hands-free option promotes safety, freedom, value and flexibility," Benvenuti points out. In addition, the uconnect navigation system is integrated into the radio and features a 7-in. in-dash screen.