Columbus, MS -- (SBWIRE) -- 03/19/2012 -- The National Truck Equipment Association Work Truck Show was held in Indianapolis this month and the Chrysler Ram truck brand took the opportunity to introduce an expansion of their already popular Ram 1500 lineup. The Ram 1500 Tradesman will now be available in Crew Cab and Quad Cab for the 2012 models.

“From the moment we launched the truck, the Ram 1500 Tradesman was a hit,” said Fred Diaz, President and CEO, Ram Truck Brand. “Our new four-door Ram Tradesman models offer the pickup segment’s best combination of room for six hard-working adults, V-8 capability and value.”

Carl Hogan Automotive has had much success with the current Ram 1500 trucks, and is excited to soon offer the new Tradesman trucks to their lineup and Columbus area customers.

All 2012 Ram 1500 Tradesman will come standard with the 310 horsepower 4.7L V8 but buyers can opt for the more powerful 5.7LHemi V8. Also, a 1500 Tradesman HD is available with the 383 horsepower Hemi V8 from the Ram HD lineup to make for the ultimate light duty work truck with a low price.

To learn more about the 2012 Ram 1500 Tradesman, visit http://carlhoganautomotive.net or stop by the dealership and talk with a sales associate.

About Carl Hogan Automotive
Carl Hogan Automotive is proud to be a leading Chrysler, Dodge, Ram and Jeep Dealer in the Columbus, MS area. Located in Eastern Mississippi, Carl Hogan offers the best vehicles to all surrounding areas including West Point, Aberdeen, Columbus, and Tuscaloosa, Alabama. Carl Hogan Automotive also provides a state-of-the-art service center and an extremely qualified and personal experience every time. That is why people from all over Mississippi and Alabama come to Carl Hogan Automotive in Columbus, MS for their Chrysler, Dodge, Ram and Jeep vehicles.