Chevrolet

Future Truck: 2013 Chevrolet Silverado 1500

Posted by Mike Levine | March 15, 2010

GM will spend hundreds of millions of dollars to redesign its full-size pickups. We asked renowned automotive illustrator Mark Stehrenberger to take a stab at what the next-generation Chevrolet Silverado 1500 could look like.

GM Planning To Increase Heavy Duty Towing and Hauling Ratings

Posted by Mike Levine | March 10, 2010

In the battle for bragging rights among heavy-duty pickups, GM is already planning how to outmaneuver archrival Ford to claim the highest towing and hauling ratings in the segment. It could happen by next year.

GM Announces Best-In-Class Power Figures for 2011 6.6-liter Duramax V-8 Diesel

Posted by Mike Levine | March 9, 2010

Just last month, Ford announced that its all-new 6.7-liter Power Stroke V-8 diesel would pound out a best-in-class 390 horsepower and 735 pounds-feet of torque. Now, that short reign is over, according to GM.

Spied! Next-Generation Chevrolet Colorado

Posted by Mike Levine | March 1, 2010

We've got new spy photos of the next-generation Chevrolet Colorado that will be built in Thailand. When it comes to future small trucks, will U.S. buyers be out of luck again?

What Weighs 6,000 Pounds and Can Fit in a Cargo Box?

Posted by Mike Levine | February 26, 2010

Now that GM and Ford have broken the 6,000 pound payload barrier for three-quarter-ton pickups, we're wondering what you would haul that weighs that much?

GM's Small Trucks Could Follow Ranger and Dakota Exits

Posted by Mike Levine | February 23, 2010

GM Vice Chairman Bob Lutz spoke to journalists this morning in Los Angeles. We asked him what the future held for the Chevy Colorado and GMC Canyon. It doesn't sound promising.

Consumer Reports Names Chevrolet Silverado as a Top Pick for 2010

Posted by Mike Levine | February 23, 2010

Consumer Reports has selected the Chevrolet Silverado full-size truck as its Top Pick honoree among all 2010 pickups.

GM Examining Diesel Alternatives for Heavy Duty Pickups

Posted by Mike Levine | February 22, 2010

GM is interested in expanding the capabilities of its non-diesel Heavy Duty powertrain lineup, including a more powerful gas V-8 and potentially offering an engine prepped to run on either gasoline or propane.