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The Chevrolet Silverado is actually one of the best selling trucks in the United States. It is a trusted brand that has become part of the American lifestyle. According to Autodata Corp, 58,696 Silverados were sold in Feb 2007, compared with 55,251 Ford F-Series, even without the 18,140 GMC Sierras also sold that month.Basically, the Chevy Silverado is a full-size pickup truck that comes in three sizes, the 1500, 2500 and 3500. It is also made in three different locations, Fort Wayne in Indiana, Flint and Pontiac in Michigan. Combined with platform-mate GMC Sierra, the platform usually outsells the Ford F-Series, which is made of two different platforms for standard and heavy duty models, not counting SUV derivatives such as Suburban, Tahoe and Avalanche.

Silverados are mostly heralded for their heavy duty functionality and “like a rock” durability. Since pickup trucks are used for navigating nasty, washed-out roads, hauling hay through a lumpy field and for pulling a four-ton trailer up a mountain pass, the General Motor produced Chevy truck boasts of world class, robust cabins and pickups that proves to be their greatest feature.

Chevy has two major types of trucks. The Chevrolet Silverado and GMC Sierra trucks have been essentially the same for their entire history. The Silverado today is generally advertised as the “tougher” version, while the Sierra has more luxury options. There are some trim and option variations as well. Early models included variations in the engine and equipment, but the present differences are slight. The 1999 redesign included different grilles and interior trim, and certain features were included at different times on the two trucks.

Launched in 2003, a high-performance pickup truck was built by Chevrolet. They named it the Silverado SS. The SS uses 6.0 liter Vortec High-Output V8 engines that are rated at 345 hp at 5200 rpm and 380 ft lbf of torque at 4000 rpm. This is the very same engine used for the second generation Cadillac Escalade. The SS debuted with a standard All Wheel Drive setup, but was later changed to the current Rear Wheel Drive only format. The Silverado SS also comes with the Z60 performance suspension and 20 in (508 mm) chrome wheels. In 2006, Chevrolet released a special edition Silverado SS under the name “Intimidator SS” that came with several minor appearance upgrades, but left the bulk of the truck the same.

Today, the Chevrolet Silverado is gaining huge popularity in automobile customization. It has been constantly featured at the best car shows across the country. Most of the truck parts and accessories are customized to enhance the overall appeal and performance of the truck. Among the favorites are the Silverado door handles, mud flaps, fender trim, tailgate dampers, brake light covers, mirror covers, hitch covers, headlight covers, tailgate light and bed mats.

Chevy Silverados have garnered countless awards and recognition for their outstanding make. It is without a doubt that as we move further towards the future, the Silverado is guaranteed to spearhead the automobile industry.

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