Hurricane Force Sound: Direct Connection Debuts MagnaFlow Exhaust Options for Ram 1500 RHO

August 29, 2025 , Auburn Hills, Mich. -  Ram brand is turning up the volume on the Ram 1500 RHO with the debut of two new MagnaFlow exhaust options, designed to unleash the howl of the 540-horsepower Hurricane High-Output Straight-Six Turbo engine. Available as the expertly tuned SPEQ Series Cat-Back Performance Exhaust System, or customizable xMOD Series Cat-Back Performance Exhaust System, both MagnaFlow options offer inspired sound, increased flow and all-out performance.

“Our customers told us they want more attitude from the Ram 1500 RHO, and we’re here to give it to them,” said Tim Kuniskis, CEO, Ram brand. “Performance isn’t just about horsepower and torque, it’s about the full sensory experience. With our new MagnaFlow exhaust options, we’re handing drivers the volume knob and letting them crank it to 11.”

The MagnaFlow exhaust options for the Ram 1500 RHO are Ram’s first products available through the Direct Connection Affiliated Accessories Program and were developed as a collaboration between Ram and MagnaFlow, a leader in performance exhaust technology. Both the SPEQ Series and xMOD Series exhaust systems share three-inch, mandrel-bent, stainless-steel construction, MagnaFlow No Drone Technology (NDT) passive noise cancellation and a dual exit design with aggressive five-inch black chrome tips. The result is a bold statement no matter the configuration, with the quality construction and engineering expected from Ram and MagnaFlow.

MagnaFlow SPEQ Series Cat-Back Performance Exhaust System features:

• Balanced exhaust note during normal driving; full tone under acceleration
• Dual five-inch black chrome tips
• Three-inch diameter mandrel-bent tubing
• Cat-back design with full stainless-steal construction
• MagnaFlow Tru-X crossover pipe, commonly referred to as an X pipe
• Dual muffler design
• Valve-integrated mid pipes
• MagnaFlow NDT mid-pipe chamber
• Two-year warranty covered by MagnaFlow
• $2,089 MSRP

MagnaFlow xMOD Series Cat-Back Performance Exhaust System features:

• Six unique exhaust sound combinations, ranging from sporty to pissed off
• Dual 5-inch black chrome tips
• Three-inch diameter mandrel-bent tubing
• Cat-back design with full stainless-steal construction
• MagnaFlow Tru-X crossover pipe, commonly referred to as an X pipe
• Race-bred v-band clamps for easy and reliable module connections
• Three swappable modules, increasing in sound: STREET, SPEQ and COMP
• Two swappable mid-pipe modules, including standard valve-integrated pipes and valve delete pipes
• MagnaFlow NDT mid-pipe chamber
• Two-year warranty covered by MagnaFlow
• $3,099 MSRP

Ram 1500 RHO
The Ram 1500 RHO is the brand’s latest breed of performance truck, born from a relentless pursuit of capability and speed. Introduced in 2025, the RHO features the Hurricane High Output Straight-Six Turbo engine, which delivers 540 horsepower and 521 lb.-ft of torque. The RHO carries the DNA of Ram’s most enthusiast and purpose-built trucks, designed to haul, climb and jump past the competition. The Ram 1500 RHO also offers the best value in its class with more horsepower per dollar than any other off-road pickup.

MagnaFlow Group
The MagnaFlow Group is a family held company based in Southern California that specializes in undercar and performance automotive products. The MagnaFlow Group brands have a proven reputation for over 40 years for delivering quality and innovation in the automotive industry. MagnaFlow Group serves the industry with its MagnaFlow, BRExhaust, ECT (Environmental Catalyst Technology) and Camburg Engineering brands.
 
Ram Brand
Ram offers a full lineup of pickups and commercial vehicles: light-duty Ram 1500, heavy-duty 2500/3500, 3500/4500/5500 Chassis Cab and ProMaster vans.

Ram light-duty and heavy-duty pickups offer products in the fastest growing segment within the pickup space—Sport trucks. Ram introduced the largest variety of off-road performance trucks the brand has ever offered, including the new Ram 1500 RHO with more horsepower per dollar than any other performance off-road pickup.

In the commercial business, Ram offers the Chassis Cab line with features to help customers and upfitters. Ram Professional is making considerable changes in process, execution and resources with a focus on commercial offerings, dedicated B2B-focused expertise, and sales and service support, which are critical to growing in this segment.

Ram continues to outperform the competition, setting the benchmark in the most important areas for truck buyers:

• America’s Best Full-size Truck and Van Powertrain Limited Warranty 10 years/100k miles
• Segment-first: 1,000 lb.-ft of torque with Cummins Turbo Diesel
• Most luxurious: Ram 1500 Tungsten with air suspension, 24-way massage seats and 540 horsepower
• Ram 1500 and Heavy Duty: Best ride and handling with five-link solid rear axle with available, segment-exclusive, active-level air suspension
• Ram 1500 RHO: Best off-road performance per dollar
• Ram ProMaster: The most cargo space available in any traditional full size cargo van
• Ram Power Wagon: Most off-road capable full-size pickup

Ram is improving market competitiveness and growth while maintaining pricing power through products, services and electrified offerings. Aligned under the global presence of the Stellantis Pro One commercial vehicle organization, Ram currently offers a wide range of products globally, from the Ram 700 compact pickup to the Ram 5500 Chassis Cab and a range of ProMaster vans. 

Ram is part of the portfolio of brands offered by leading global automaker and mobility provider Stellantis. For more information regarding Stellantis (NYSE: STLA), please visit www.stellantis.com.
 
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