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Tips for Buying a Pickup Truck
There are a lot of options to consider when buying a truck. Here’s a guide to help you figure out what you need, as well as a look at what Chevy has to offer. If you’re looking for a work truck with power and space should consider the Chevrolet Silverado 1500. It has enough towing power to pull heavy campers or trailers. Want something more of a family vehicle? Chevy has designed all of its trucks with large cabs for multiple passengers. Or do you want the thrill of off-road adventure? The Chevrolet Colorado ZR2 Bison has won awards as the best off-road truck in the industry. For lighter duty,…
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Chevy Colorado and Silverado 1500 Named Best Trucks for Towing by U.S. News and World Report
If you need a reliable truck for towing, you might turn to a resource like the U.S. News and World Report. They’ve compiled a list of the 13 Best Trucks for Towing, and two Chevy models made the cut — the 2020 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 and the 2020 Chevrolet Colorado. The midsize Chevy Colorado is an adventure-ready ride that’s equipped for both off-roading and towing. It gives you three engine options, but it’s best towing capability comes from the 2.8-liter turbo-diesel engine with a six-speed automatic transmission. When properly equipped, that engine gives the Colorado a towing maximum of 7,700 pounds. The editors atU.S. News & World Report also liked…
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The Fuel-Efficient Chevrolet Silverado 1500 Diesel Engine
The 2020 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 has received major improvements for the 2020 model year. One such improvement is the addition of the all-new Duramax® 3.0-liter Turbo-Diesel I6 engine. This powerful engine has an impressive EPA-estimated 23 mpg city and 33 mpg highway.* The team that developed both the Duramax® diesel engine and the 2020 Silverado 1500 planned for a truck that is both efficient and powerful. The engine pairs with a 10-speed automatic transmission to reach 277 horsepower and 460 lb-ft of torque, so you’ll have plenty of strength for tough jobs. The engine is not only the first Silverado 1500 diesel engine, but it’s also the first diesel engine…