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To Sell Trucks, Break Out the Cowboys and Wrap Them in Old Glory

Americans — especially American men — love trucks, and high gas prices aren’t swaying automakers. Ram has a new line of fuel-guzzling muscle trucks, and some in-your-face ads to sell them.

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The automotive industry is adapting to changing consumer preferences by emphasizing patriotism in advertisements for high-performance pickup trucks. Ram's new line of fuel-guzzling muscle trucks is being marketed with in-your-face ads that appeal to American values, suggesting a shift in the industry's approach to sales. This development is notable in the context of high gas prices, which might be expected to deter consumers from purchasing large, fuel-inefficient vehicles.

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