Why is Chevy Silverado Motor Trend Truck of the Year?

May 2nd, 2011 by

There are a host of reasons why the Chevy Silverado is this year’s Motor Trend Truck of the Year. In fact, too many reasons to post in just one blog…so I am going to write a series of monthly blogs that will highlight and detail the eight most compelling reasons Chevy makes the best, most dependable trucks on the road today. Each blog will also contain a fact filled video on how the Chevy HD Silverado stacks up against the Ford Super Duty pickup. The first in this series of videos dramatically demonstrates what happens to a Ford pickup when it is put through the same grueling ditch twist test as the Chevy Silverado. Take a few minutes to learn how a pickup truck with a frame that is 30 times stronger and more rigid can save you money and embarrassment when you go off road to put your new pickup truck through some very real world twists and turns in this Chevy versus Ford head to head competition.

THE 2011 CHEVROLET SILVERADO OFFERS CINCINNATI RESIDENTS A POWERFUL PRESENCE ON THE ROAD

Cincinnati, Ohio 4/27/2011 – The Chevy Silverado has proven to be the ultimate truck for Cincinnati residents.

“I fell in love with the Chevy Silverado after one test drive,” said Reece Belfiore, Cincinnati, Ohio resident and Chevrolet Silverado owner. “This truck provides an excellent driving experience, many features, awesome design and styling, along with great interior space and comfort.”

Chevrolet Silverado is the industry’s most capable truck – and one of the most efficient. There are three cab styles – regular, extended and crew cab – and three cargo box lengths.

“The Silverado is the perfect truck for work or recreation. Year after year, this truck over-delivers on design and performance, while maintaining its reputation as the industry’s strongest, most dependable, and longest-lasting pickup truck,” said Keith McCluskey, McCluskey Chevrolet in the Kings Automall.”

The Silverado lineup is built on GM’s robust full-size truck architecture. It supports a smooth ride and confident handling while delivering superior capability and power. A lineup of powerful small-block V-8 engines complements the stronger chassis to a maximum payload capacity of 1,980 pounds (898 kg) on the 2WD crew cab with the enhanced trailering package.

All 2011 Silverado models come equipped with the following:

  • OnStar 9.0 system
  • Revised exterior color offerings
  • Enhancements that help reduce wind noise
  • A high-capacity brake system with a four-channel ABS system
  • StabiliTrak electronic stability control system with rollover mitigation technology, roof-mounted rollover-capable head curtain side air bags, remote vehicle starting
  • Autotrac active transfer case to help keep the vehicle sure-footed in slippery driving situations
  • Ultrasonic Rear Parking Assist
  • A rearview camera system
  • A tire pressure monitoring system

About Chevrolet

Chevrolet is a global automotive brand, with annual sales of about 3.5 million vehicles in more than 130 countries. Chevrolet provides consumers with fuel-efficient, safe and reliable vehicles that deliver high quality, expressive design, spirited performance and value. In the U.S., the Chevrolet portfolio includes: iconic performance cars, such as Corvette and Camaro; dependable, long-lasting pickups and SUVs, such as Silverado and Suburban; and award-winning passenger cars and crossovers, such as Malibu, Equinox and Traverse. Chevrolet also offers “gas-friendly to gas-free” solutions including the Cruze Eco and Volt, both arriving in late 2010. Cruze Eco will offer up to 40 mpg highway while the Chevrolet Volt will offer 25-50 miles of electric, gas-free driving and an additional 310 miles of extended range (based on GM testing; official EPA estimates not yet available). Most new Chevrolet models offer OnStar safety, security, and convenience technologies including OnStar Hands-Free Calling, Automatic Crash Response, and Stolen Vehicle Slowdown. More information regarding Chevrolet models, fuel solutions, and OnStar availability can be found at www.chevrolet.com

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