2017 RAM 1500 ST

• • The ST trim comes with a 5-inch Uconnect touchscreen system, which includes basic features like Bluetooth connectivity for hands-free calling and audio streaming.
  • AM/FM radio, a USB port, and an auxiliary input are standard. More advanced features, like Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, are not available on the ST trim, but can be found in higher trims with the Uconnect 8.4 system.
  • A rearview camera is also available, although it might be optional depending on the configuration.

hile the RAM 1500 ST focuses more on performance and utility, it still includes a solid set of basic safety features to protect the driver and passengers:

1. Advanced Multistage Front Airbags:

   • Standard front airbags are designed to deploy in stages based on the severity of a collision, reducing the risk of injury to the occupants.

2. Side-Curtain Airbags:

   • These airbags deploy along the side windows to provide head protection in the event of a side impact.

3. Electronic Stability Control (ESC):

   • This system helps the driver maintain control of the truck in slippery or unstable conditions by applying brake force to specific wheels and adjusting engine power to prevent loss of control.

4. Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS):

   • TPMS helps ensure that all tires are properly inflated, providing better handling and safety.

5. Trailer Sway Control:

   • If the vehicle detects trailer sway while towing, the system automatically adjusts brake pressure to the appropriate wheels to help reduce the sway and keep the trailer stable.

6. ParkSense Rear Park Assist:

   • This system uses ultrasonic sensors to detect obstacles behind the truck when parking or reversing and provides audible alerts to help prevent collisions.

7. Rearview Camera (optional):

   • A rearview camera helps the driver see what’s behind the vehicle when reversing, making it easier and safer to park or back out of tight spaces.

8. ABS and Brake Assist:

   • The Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) helps prevent the wheels from locking up during emergency braking, while Brake Assist increases braking force in panic stop situations.

Although the 2017 RAM 1500 ST is the entry-level trim and is more focused on work-related features, it still offers a few essential driver assistance features to improve safety and ease of driving:

1. ParkSense Rear Park Assist:

   • Standard on the ST, this system uses sensors to detect objects behind the truck when reversing, providing audible alerts to help avoid collisions when parking.

2. Rearview Camera:

   • An optional rearview camera provides a better view of the area behind the truck when reversing, making it safer and easier to park.

3. Electronic Stability Control (ESC):

   • ESC ensures that the truck maintains control when driving on slippery or uneven surfaces. It is standard on all RAM 1500 models.

4. Traction Control:

   • The system helps prevent wheel spin by reducing engine power or applying brakes to the wheels individually, ensuring better traction on slippery or uneven surfaces.