Chevrolet

Silverado soldiers on into the model year with revisions that enhance its value. The lineup is built on an all-new platform that was introduced last year. It supports a smoother ride and confident handling while delivering segment-leading capability and power. A lineup of powerful small-block V8 engines complements the stronger chassis to deliver the light-duty segment's highest-rated towing capacity for the higher-volume crew and extended cab models (10,500 pounds), horsepower (367 hp), with a maximum payload capacity of 2,160 pounds.

New this year is an integrated trailer brake controller that is available on extended cab and crew cab models. Previously, this feature was only available on heavy-duty models; it is integrated with the ABS system and provides immediate and measured brake force signaling to electric-controlled trailer brake systems. There is no requirement for external and/or aftermarket brake control systems. The brake controller switch is conveniently mounted on the lower-left section of the instrument panel.

Silverado heavy-duties are offered in a range of 2500HD (three-quarter-ton) and 3500HD (one-ton) models; and are available in WT, LT and LTZ trim. The range of configurations - three cab styles, three cargo box styles and five wheelbase lengths - delivers tremendous choice. Silverado HD pickups offer many segment-best capabilities, including 18,500-pound gross combined vehicle weight rating for vehicles with a gas V8 and a 13,000-pound conventional trailer weight rating enabled by a larger-capacity trailer hitch platform. Maximum towing capacity is 16,700 pounds when equipped with a fifth-wheel hitch.

Dually models receive new, larger 17-inch wheels (replacing 16-inch wheels), which are available with bright wheel covers.